After his burial, visitors flock to Pope Francis's tomb.
NPR's Scott Detrow visits the Basilica where Pope Francis has been laid to rest.
Correction: What Is The Shell In The 'Birth Of Venus' Painting?
NPR offers a correction to a piece earlier in the week in which we referred to the mollusk in the famous "Birth of Venus" painting by Botticelli as a clam shell.
Brazil's Supreme Court Launches Corruption Probe Into President
In Brazil, the Supreme Court has ordered an investigation into allegations that President Michel Temer has been caught on tape endorsing bribery payments to a witness in a corruption probe. Stocks plunged on the news and opposition politicians called for Temer to resign.
Death Of Chris Cornell, Front Man Of Soundgarden, Ruled A Suicide
Chris Cornell, one of the pioneers of grunge rock, has died at age 52. Cornell was known as a member of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave.
Amid Panic Over Worthless Cash, Some In India See Opportunity
When the prime minister of India declared most of the cash in the country worthless, most people and businesses in the country panicked. But some saw opportunity.
Amid Low Inventory, U.S. Homes Sell At Fastest Pace In A Decade
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Chris Herbert, managing director at Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, about recent trends in the housing market.
GOP Sen. Susan Collins Details Briefing With Deputy Attorney General
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Sen. Susan Collins, Republican of Maine and member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, about the Senate briefing with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein.
Special Counsel Confronts Task Of Overseeing FBI's Russia Investigation
The special counsel who will investigate alleged Russian interference in the presidential election has broad authority and can bring prosecutions if he chooses. He reports to the deputy attorney general. NPR explains the position of special counsel.
Ex-National Security Adviser Michael Flynn Embroiled In Russia Controversy
There's been a lot happening in Washington on the imbroglio involving Trump, Russia and the FBI. Reuters reports there were more contacts between Trump aides and Russia than previously disclosed. The New York Times reports Trump's camp was warned before the fact that Michael Flynn was under investigation, and the deputy attorney general briefed senators about all of this on Thursday.
In Southeastern Virginia, Trump Supporters Weigh Recent Scandals
In a week of extraordinary events, Trump supporters in southeastern Virginia share their views of his presidency and the continuing controversies.
Trump Holds Joint Appearance With Colombian President
President Trump holds a joint appearance with the Colombian president on Thursday. The meeting comes as questions swirl about two controversies related to Russia and fired FBI Director James Comey.
Tulsa Police Officer Acquitted In Fatal Shooting Of Unarmed Black Man
A white Oklahoma police officer was acquitted in the killing of an unarmed African-American, sparking protests. Tulsa police officer Betty Shelby was on trial for fatally shooting 40-year-old Terence Crutcher in September.