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Oscar Isaac as the titular character in Joel and Ethan Coen's<em> Inside Llewyn Davis</em>.

On Becoming Llewyn Davis, A Hero Who Excels At Failing

Actor Oscar Isaac disappears into the title role of the new Coen brothers film, Inside Llewyn Davis, a black comedy about a '60s folk singer who just can't make it, no matter what he does. He speaks with NPR's Melissa Block about playing the less-than-likable character.

Matthew Burke graduated from high school even though he was reading at about the third-grade level. He got a job as a welder but found his lack of reading skills held him back.

Adding Up The Cost Of Low Literacy Among Adults

Adults who can't read, write or speak English well affect all of society, in a variety of ways. They contribute less to the economy, cost communities more for government benefits and health services, and are disproportionately represented in the criminal justice system.

This year, Lynsey Addario photographed 13-year-old Rahaf Yousef, a Syrian refugee, at her engagement party at a camp in Jordan. "Syrian refugees typically marry young," says Addario. "It's been exacerbated by the war. Families are scared something might happen to their daughter. They prefer to marry them earlier so they're under the protection of a husband."

Photographers Capture The Sorrow And Pain Of Global Girls

For the International Day of the Girl Child, we wanted to bring to light issues that are often hidden from view. So we turned to five photographers who devote much of their time to girls' issues.

In a campaign ad from John Foust, the candidate tries to appeal to Korean voters.

In Northern Virginia, Candidates See Opportunity In Asian Vote

Democrats and Republicans are both trying to lure the votes of Asian Americans, the country's fastest growing racial group.

Timothy Olyphant plays Deputy U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens on FX's <em>Justified.</em> The series finale airs tonight.

The 'Justified' Finale Brings An End To Another TV Western

FX's powerful modern-day Western 'Justified' airs its series finale tonight. NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans says its end underscores the decline of a once-powerful TV genre.

Ron Paul doesn't figure to be a major part of his son Rand's presidential campaign — despite Ron's having run in the last two presidential elections.

Like Father, Like Son? Not Exactly When It Comes To Rand And Ron Paul

Ron Paul laid the groundwork for his son's political rise. But Rand is making it very clear — this is not his father's campaign.

In 'Brothers,' A Pair Of Divergent Paths Split By Race

Illustrator Barry Moser's new memoir, We Were Brothers, explores his relationship with his sibling Tommy. Tommy absorbed the racism passed down by their parents, while Barry left the family behind.

The New York Mets' Daniel Murphy celebrates after hitting a two-run home run during the National League Championship series against the Chicago Cubs last week.

The Powerful Player To Watch As The World Series Gets Underway

Daniel Murphy has been having a spectacular postseason at the plate. He's one of the players New York is counting on against the tough Kansas City lineup.

Amit and Regina Goldstein adopted their 7-year-old daughter, Lihi, from Ukraine. They decided to convert her to Judaism using a new, unofficial process rather than the strict official one that's been in place for decades.

In Israel, A New Battle Over Who Qualifies As Jewish

Government rabbis decide who is officially Jewish, which affects issues including marriage and divorce. But religious and political rivals have started their own system for conversion.

To Flood-Proof Subways, N.Y. Looks At Everything From Plugs To Sheets

New York City's transit authority wants to protect Lower Manhattan subway stations from storm flooding. It's racing to get technology tested and in place in time for the next big one.

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