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The largest study of cancer patients reveals a huge gulf in survival rates around the world. And in some countries, there may only be one cancer doctor for the entire population.

The expected vote on whether to authorize the Obama administration's plan to arm and train moderate fighters comes as the president meets with military officials at U.S. Central Command.

The U.S. launched another round of airstrikes inside Syria on Wednesday, again targeting the group known as the Islamic State.

Follow the evolution of "Desolation Waltz" by the band Hospital Ships, from the first flicker of inspiration to the completed, fully-produced version on the band's recent album.

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Citing high rates of sexual harassment and female genital mutilation, a new survey finds that women in Egypt face the worst treatment in the Arab world. Other countries with high levels of unrest — Iraq and Syria — are also among the worst for women, according to a new survey.

Already at war for more almost three years, Syria is facing another scourge. At least a dozen cases of polio have been confirmed so far, and experts fear the childhood disease could quickly engulf the entire country and spread beyond its borders.

Your guide to what NPR Music and member stations have cooking at SXSW 2018.

Joshua Hedley's flawless vibrato and encyclopedic knowledge of country music make for a startling introduction on his debut album.

Dianne Reeves, Pat Metheny, Joanne Brackeen and Todd Barkan are recipients of the 2018 Jazz Masters award — the highest honor the U.S. gives to a jazz musician or advocate.