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In March, the Myanmar military installed a new government that says it's sincere about reforming its repressive rule. It's loosened media restrictions and suspended work on a controversial dam. But skeptics fear that the changes are merely a way to placate the people and preserve the status quo.

Britain's Cambridge University plans to teach large lectures online, but will hold seminars and tutorials in person with social distancing — in the aim that everyone will come to campus.

As Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sends more migrants via bus from the Mexico border, volunteers, city officials, and migrants in New York City are forced to adapt as politics play out on the ground.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with members of Tulcea's county council about how they're adjusting to a new normal.

Passionate advocates believe that squatting over the toilet is a more healthful position than sitting down on one. They say the posture can alleviate problems like hemorrhoids. One company is making stools to help people get closer to the squat.

Haunted houses are a staple of the Halloween season, but they are looking a little different this year due to the pandemic.

That's how Paul Spiegel characterizes the reception — and medical services — offered by European nations. He spent 7 weeks on the scene for the World Health Organization to assess the situation.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with DJ Khaled fan Daniel Wubneh about staying in an Airbnb that is a replica of the hip-hop star's sneaker closet.

The Swedish sister act got its start playing feather-light folk-pop confections. But Stay Gold is a statement of staying power; a collection of bright, smart, substantial songs that stick around.

College towns depend on business from the students that attend the school. In places like Ann Arbor, Mich., residents are nervous about returning students bringing the coronavirus with them.