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.
Iran Sentences Two American Citizens To 10 Years In Prison
Iran sentenced two American citizens to 10 years in prison. Siamak Namazi is an Iranian American, who had advocated for stronger ties between the countries. His father, a former UNICEF official, is also facing a decade in jail.
Platform Check: Clinton, Trump Hold Polarized Positions On Immigration
Immigration is one of the most divisive issues in the presidential race. NPR takes a look at Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump's policy proposals on the subject.
Police Chief Apologizes For Historical Mistreatment Of Minorities
The head of one of the country's largest police chief organizations apologized for historical mistreatment of minorities Monday. Terrence Cunningham, president of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, acknowledged his profession's "dark side of our shared history" at the group's annual conference in San Diego.
Retired Marine General Admits To Lying In Leak Investigation
Retired four-star Gen. James Cartwright has pleaded guilty to making false statements to FBI agents investigating a media leak. He will be sentenced Jan. 17, but he could be in line for a presidential pardon.
Ontario Cracks Down On Widely Used Pesticides Toxic To Bees
The Canadian province of Ontario is clamping down on the use of some widely used insecticides that are blamed for killing bees. Environmental advocates hope the the U.S. will follow Ontario's lead.
Amnesty International Reports Violence Against Sunni Men In Iraq
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Diana Eltahawy, an Iraq researcher for Amnesty International. Its new report alleges that Sunni men fleeing ISIS-held territory have been executed and tortured by Shia militia.
Survivors Present Recommendations On How To End Human Trafficking
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Evelyn Chumbow, a survivor of human trafficking, about the report she and other survivors put together for the U.S. government with their recommendations for how to stem human trafficking in the U.S.
Obama Criticizes Trump's 'Rigged' Election Claims Alongside Italian Leader
President Obama took Donald Trump to task Tuesday for suggesting the U.S. election might be "rigged." Obama spoke at a White House news conference, alongside Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.