Rubio's Path To The Nomination, And 3 Obstacles In His Way
The junior Republican senator from Florida is expected to jump into the race for the presidency Monday. He has some strengths — but also some hurdles to overcome.
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Rubio 'Very Confident' He's Ready To Be President On 'Day No. 1'
The Florida senator could be the youngest Republican in the presidential field, but he is fully confident he has the experience to lead.
Blackwater Security Guards Handed Lengthy Sentences For Iraqi Killings
Three of the Blackwater security guards were found guilty of manslaughter and voluntary manslaughter, while a fourth was convicted of first-degree murder.
JFK Profile In Courage Award Going To Former GOP Rep. Bob Inglis
In 2010, Inglis, R-S.C., lost his seat in the Tea Party wave for, among other things, accepting climate change. Past winners of the award include President George H.W. Bush.
Discovery Gives New Ending To A Death At The Civil War's Close
Hannah Reynolds, a slave, was the only civilian killed in the Battle of Appomattox Court House during the Civil War. A new discovery suggests, contrary to earlier belief, that she died a free woman.
After Years Of GOP Support, Cuban-Americans Become More Democratic
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Guillermo Grenier, a sociology professor at Florida International University.
Jordan Spieth's Masters Win Signifies Bright Future For American Golf
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to golf writer Ron Sirak about 21-year-old Jordan Spieth, whose record-breaking win at the Masters Sunday is causing many to call him the next Tiger Woods.
Storm Clouds Delay SpaceX Spacecraft Launch
The rocket will carry supplies to the International Space Station. SpaceX hopes to land the reusable rocket on a platform in the Atlantic Ocean.
'Hillary Clinton' Is Back, But Will There Be A Return Of The Rodham?
The former first lady and secretary of state has staked out her own ground. But it's notable that as she runs to be the first female president, she has dropped the maiden name that was once a staple.
I Saw The All-Stars Of Our Generation Honor Allen Ginsberg's 'Howl'
This year marks the 60th anniversary of Ginsberg's once-controversial poem. A group of musicians and actors put on a show in Los Angeles this week in celebration of Ginsberg and his iconic poem.