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Aminah Mae Safi's new young adult novel is rooted in a famous plot arc from the television show Gilmore Girls — but you don't have to be a fan to enjoy this dense, fulfilling love story.

Some scientists say Earth has entered a new geological epoch — the Anthropocene era — defined by human impact on the global landscape. Three artists traveled to 22 countries to see what we've wrought.

A new Netflix series resurrects the house at Barbary Lane, with characters reprised by Laura Linney and Olympia Dukakis. Showrunner Lauren Morelli says she aimed to expand the range of queer stories.

One day, Toby Fleishman's ex-wife drops off the kids and disappears. Author Taffy Brodesser-Akner says too many people are "locked into" marriage; her new novel explores wedlock, and what comes after.

NPR's Scott Simon talks to author Julie Salamon about her new book, An Innocent Bystander. It's about the murder of Leon Klinghoffer.

NPR's Scott Simon asks Audra McDonald and Michael Shannon about starring in the Broadway revival of Terrence McNally's 1987 play Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.

The Women's World Cup is under way, with exciting matches and some controversy as well.

As Mexico cracks down on migrants trying to get to the United States, migrants are trying to evade authorities by taking riskier routes, often putting them in the way of thieves and drug gangs.

India and Pakistan went to the brink of war in February. But Sunday's match "should create love and affection," says a Pakistani fan. "We should compete, but compete for the betterment of society."

Bill Kurtis reads three news-related limericks: Cobb Salad With Buttercream, Laundry Month and Bewitching Property.