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The singer and multi-instrumentalist relies on violins, guitars and whistling to craft a unique sound that's difficult to describe. On his latest album, Noble Beast, Bird even uses his words as instruments, creating lyrics from archaic and esoteric words that conform to the melodies in his head.

Democrats are hoping to finish Jackson's confirmation process before Congress leaves for Easter recess April 11.

The People's Friendship Arch was gifted to Ukraine by the Russian government and opened in Kyiv in 1982. Ukrainians weigh in on the future of the enormous monument, in the midst of war with Russia.

Company leaders explained vehement opposition to Russian President Vladimir Putin and his invasion of Ukraine. They also hope the new name will represent "Stoli's roots in Latvia."

Companies from BP to GM are either cutting their investments or curtailing their presence in Russia — adding to the country's isolation after its invasion of Ukraine.

Three major candidates emerge to compete in the country's May presidential election.

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo will file a complaint with one of the state’s disciplinary boards for attorneys against New York Attorney General Letitia James over what his attorney has framed as inconsistencies with her office’s probe into his alleged sexual misconduct.

The "First Lady of Gospel Music" delivers a sampling of her vast music ministry in this Tiny Desk home Concert.

Common Council President Darius Pridgen said he expects the new law to be used by supporters of saving historic St. Ann's Church from demolition plans by the Buffalo Catholic Diocese.

Round 9 of Three Minute Fiction is currently underway. Readers from more than a dozen graduate programs are plowing through the nearly 4,000 entries received. Host Guy Raz shares one of the favorite picks so far, The Generous Application of Grease by Stephen Fratus of Walnut Creek, Calif. You can read the full story below along with other stories at www.npr.org/threeminutefiction.