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Flappy Bird has been downloaded more than 50 million times since its release last year. The creator of the wildly successful but criticized mobile game says he just "cannot take this anymore."

In 2010, an athlete died in a crash during a training run on the Whistler luge course. This year, organizers of the Sochi Olympics aren't taking any chances — adding three uphill sections to the course to slow lugers down. Given the dangers, why are so many athletes with no chance of winning so passionate about the sport?

On Tuesday, voters in six states head to the polls for primary elections. NPR's Charles Mahtesian gives NPR's Lynn Neary a preview of what to expect.

Progressive groups have threatened repercussions for Democrats who backed Obama's trade deal, but primary threats have been a GOP tactic of late. Plus, two big candidates kick off their campaigns.

Daisy Hay's new book is a joint biography of 19th century British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli and his wife, Mary Anne, whose fortune and status as a gentile helped boost her husband's career.

Around the world, hip-hop gives a voice to the voiceless. Our photo essay spotlights rappers in Senegal, who shout out their frustrations about living in poverty and their dreams of a better future.

We spend college move-in day with freshman Talia Oliveras, who, with much support from her family and teachers, has overcome many obstacles on her way to New York University.

There's a lot at stake for Carly Fiorina at tonight's Republican debate. She joins 10 men on stage, including Donald Trump, who was recently quoted making negative comments about her face.

On his first state visit, President Xi Jinping will meet with tech CEOs in Seattle before going to Washington, where he aims to allay U.S. concerns over cyber-security, human rights and other issues.

There was a time when former Texas Gov. Rick Perry was the front-runner for the Republican nomination. That was four years ago. He dropped out Friday after being unable to revitalize his candidacy.