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People walk along Wall Street near the New York Stock Exchange, in New York City. The stock market has been volatile as the war in Ukraine and high oil prices continues to worry investors. Americans' stress about global uncertainty is high, according to a new survey.

Americans' stress is spiking over inflation, war in Ukraine, survey finds

The annual survey finds Americans more on edge than ever, triggered by financial issues, the war overseas and the cumulative pressure of living through the pandemic.

How worried should we be about Omicron? Do we need COVID booster and flu shots?

Get the basics of what’s known about the Omicron variant so far, learn more about how COVID vaccinations and booster shots work, and find out where the flu vaccine fits into it all.

ENCORE: Players Circle Theater extends performances of “NIGHT AND DAY. Love Lost & Found Through the Eyes of Cole Porter”

We revisit Players Circle Theater’s extended production of the musical “NIGHT AND DAY. Love Lost & Found Through the Eyes of Cole Porter.” The narrative of the show is told through the music of American composer and songwriter Cole Porter, without spoken dialogue from the actors. We’ll explore the show with its creators.

Encore: You don't have to suffer! Dr. Karen Tang on reproductive health

Dr. Karen Tang is the author of the new book It’s Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health (But Were Never Told). It’s a comprehensive guide to treatment options and common conditions, many of which are under-discussed and misunderstood.

Faith Leaders Share Experiences During An Unusual Easter

NPR's Tom Gjelten speaks with three faith leaders about how the coronavirus has affected their congregations: Father Carl Beekman, Pastor Cheryl Matthews and Pastor Kenneth Flowers.

Here's a computer generated image of the omicron variant of the coronavirus — also known as B.1.1.529. Reported in South Africa on Nov. 24, this variant has a large number of mutations, some of which are concerning.

The mystery of where omicron came from — and why it matters

How did this new strain of the coronavirus evolve? Researchers are investigating various possibilities. One leading theory involves ... just one person.

President Biden talks on the phone with his national security team from the Treaty Room in the residence of the White House on Friday.

Biden's COVID symptoms are less troublesome, his doctor says

The president's symptoms now include a sore throat and body aches, Dr. Kevin O'Connor said. Biden is likely infected with the BA.5 subvariant of omicron.

A woman walks by the New York Stock Exchange on Oct. 5. Stock markets are rallying at the prospect this week's elections will result in a divided government.

Wall Street Bet On A 'Blue Wave,' But Divided Government Suits It Just Fine Too

Stocks have traditionally done well with a Democrat in the White House and Congress under Republican control.

Security with face masks stand in front of the Signal Iduna Park, where a temporary coronavirus treatment center opened in Dortmund, Germany, Saturday. Germany has the fourth-most COVID-19 cases in the world and demand for medical supplies has skyrocketed.

German, French Officials Accuse U.S. Of Diverting Supplies

Officials in France and Germany have accused the U.S. of intercepting medical supplies as President Trump ordered an American company to stop exports. Governors complain of a "wild west" in bidding.

COVID-19 Morning Report

State health officials reported 11,576 new COVID-19 cases, Monday for a total of 1,488,586 infections.The Florida Department of Health also reported 163 coronavirus-related deaths, Jan. 11, increasing the statewide death toll to 23,424 fatalities since the beginning of the pandemic.The latest single-day positivity rate reported by the Florida Division of Emergency Management stood at 13.17% on Sunday. Over the past two weeks, the single-day positivity rate has ranged between 10.04% and 26.34%.

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