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Japan's Westernost Island could become a target in a conflict between China and Taiwan. So Yonaguni Island has drawn up plans to evacuate residents, in case of an emergency.

Thirty years ago today, the Rev. Jim Jones led more than 900 of his followers in a murder and suicide ritual in the jungles of Guyana. NPR's Tony Cox takes a look back at Jonestown, through the eyes of three people who were entwined with the tragedy.

The legislation would fast-track citizenship for scores of other immigrants living in the country.

The U.S. is trying to win the release of two Americans held in Russia. It appears it would involve a trade for a Russian imprisoned in the U.S., Viktor Bout, the world's most notorious arms smuggler.

Baldwin, the first openly gay person elected to the Senate, is leading the charge to secure the 10 Republican votes needed for a filibuster-proof majority to pass a bill codifying marriage equality.

San Diego acquired the superstar outfielder in one of baseball's biggest deals at the trade deadline, vaulting their postseason chances by adding one of the game's best young hitters.

One of Georgia's two U.S. Senate races this year is close as Sen. David Perdue's ties with President Trump may be hurting his campaign in the increasingly diverse state.

President Obama has announced most of his Cabinet picks for his second term, all of whom are familiar faces in Washington. But Sen. John Kerry, Sen. Chuck Hagel and Obama's White House chief of staff Jack Lew still must get through the Senate confirmation process. NPR's Scott Simon talks to NPR's Mara Liasson about the selections.

They might seem dusty, almost mystical or supernatural, but the vibrant songs on this three-disc set come from a golden age of gospel that set the path for rock 'n' roll.

The Philly group has crafted a densely textured third album, shot through with restlessness and singer Frances Quinlan's acrobatic melodies.