Clergy abuse survivors release report on cardinals who could be elected pope
The Vatican says sex abuse is a major topic ahead of the conclave. A survivors network has launched a project to keep the the records of those who've sheltered abusive priests in the public eye.
Survivor's account contradicts Israel's report on the killing of 15 Gaza aid workers
NPR speaks with the survivor of an Israeli military attack that killed 15 medics and rescue workers. His account contradicts the army's findings that operational misunderstandings were to blame.
How the war on drugs helped stock our grocery store shelves
A few decades ago, finding blueberries in a grocery store out of season was a rarity. Not so much these days, due to an initiative in South America aimed at curtailing cocaine production.
How the world is reacting to Pope Francis' death
Francis was revered by millions of Catholics worldwide, but his appeal was felt far beyond the church. To hear more we've turned to our correspondents in the Middle East, Africa and South America.
A push for more coal has some in West Virginia worried about electricity prices
A new push by the Trump administration for more coal production is getting mixed reviews in West Virginia, where the majority of electricity is produced by coal and expensive for many residents.
Bats fine tune their navigation superpowers to avoid crashes
When bats swarm out of caves in the thousands, they almost never crash into each other. Why?
A stranger swooped in with tea and compassion after a woman got in car accident
In the late 1980s, Stephanie Garber was driving through downtown Silver Spring, Md., when a large pickup truck hit her car. A woman swooped in to offer her a cup of tea and compassion.
Aging men and social connection. Is there a disconnect?
Self-reliance is a core American trait. And men in particular embrace it. So how do you offer help to someone who doesn't think they need it?
How to dismantle democracy: Lessons aspiring autocrats may take from Hungary's Orban
Many Hungarians are worried about Prime Minister Victor Orban's concentration of power and moves to ban protests.
What Pope Francis means to younger Catholics
Catholics who grew up in the faith under Francis reflect on his tenure as pope.
The Brave Souls take on icy waters in this College Podcast Challenge entry
A group called the "Brave Souls" plunge into icy river waters each week -- a podcast about them is a finalist in NPR's College Podcast Challenge.