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The long-serving monarch named his successor, Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, who was sworn in as sultan Saturday. Under Qaboos, the tiny Middle Eastern state took on an outsize role in regional diplomacy.

"We're only immortal for a limited time." Peart, who died on Jan. 7, guided Rush through the decades with a pen, a massive drum kit and an openness towards life's many shades.

The U.S. military says it has not received any official notice to withdraw from Iraq.

It's got a new title and a new lead actor, but everything else about writer/director Paolo Sorrentino's series — a soapy, deeply weird peek under the papal robes — remains intact.

More reasons to commit to a race: A new study shows that novice runners who take on a marathon significantly improved their heart health. We've got tips to get you started.

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Morgan Jerkins about The Zora Canon, a list of 100 great works by African American women. It includes novels, plays and poetry.

The song is from the Netflix series The Witcher and has inspired enthusiastic remixes and covers. Composers Kathryn Sonya Belousova and Giona Ostinelli discuss their songwriting process.

Attacks on ships last summer and current tensions with Iran put a spotlight on the dangers navigating the Strait of Hormuz, as security consultant Kevin Thompson tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro.

Australia's devastating wildfires are now threatening key parts of the country's economy, like farming and tourism.

Listener Molly Moss of Shutesbury, Mass., plays the puzzle with puzzle master Will Shortz and NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro.