Chicago Catholics react to the news of Pope Leo X1V
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic church, grew up in the Chicago area and Catholics in Chicago are overjoyed.
As Migrants Attempt Trip To The U.K., Many Who Make It Are Minors
NPR's Melissa Block speaks with Peter Oakford, cabinet member for specialist children's services at Kent County Council, about the vast numbers of youth migrants crossing into the U.K.
International Olympic Committee Chooses Beijing For 2022 Winter Games
The International Olympic Committee announced Friday that the 2022 Winter Games will be held in Beijing.
Thousands Of Migrants Make Risky Journey From Calais, France, To U.K.
NPR's Melissa Block speaks with Maya Konforti of the humanitarian group L'Auberge des Migrants about the migrants camping out in Calais preparing to make the journey through the Channel Tunnel.
As The West Craves Drought Relief, El Nino May Do More Harm Than Good
There is much hype around a potential El Nino that could help ease the drought on the West Coast. But there are concerns that a deluge of rain could do more harm than good for the long term drought outlook.
Planned Parenthood Controversy Raises Questions About Fetal Tissue Research
A series of sting videos targeting Planned Parenthood is raising questions about the field of fetal tissue research. Companies who buy and sell such tissue defend their work.
As Midwest Dams Reach End Of Life, Soaked States Can't Handle Repair Costs
More than 11,000 dams across the U.S. have protected lives and property from flooding for decades. But age is catching up to them, and many need repairs. Record rain hasn't helped matters this year.
As Beijing Prepares To Host Winter Olympics, Where Will It Get The Snow?
NPR's Melissa Block talks with Jennifer Turner, director of the China Environment Forum at the Woodrow Wilson Center, about water resources and environmental concerns in the extremely arid region.
Many Colleges Have Armed Police Squads, But Are They Worth The Risk?
A University of Cincinnati officer faces murder charges for the traffic stop death of Samuel DuBose, and now critics are questioning the growing trend of giving campus cops weapons.