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.
'Funny Because It's True' tells the history of satirical paper 'The Onion'
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Christine Wenc, author of the new book Funny Because It's True: How the Onion Created Modern News Satire.
Former first lady of Massachusetts Kitty Dukakis dies at age 88
Kitty Dukakis, the former first lady of Massachusetts and outspoken advocate for people with mental illness and addiction, has died.
Hundreds arrested in Turkey protests
Hundreds of people were arrested during protests in Turkey overnight, as the main opposition party planned to nominate the imprisoned mayor of Istanbul as its presidential candidate.
In Maine, syrup makers are opening their doors to show how their work is done
This weekend, maple producers throughout Maine are opening the doors to their sugarhouses. For one family of eighth-generation maple producers, this year has been a long time coming.
Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet champions an all but forgotten composer
Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet has performed with the world's most renowned orchestras on grand stages. He talks with NPR's Scott Detrow about his set at the Tiny Desk.
McNeese Cowboys upset the Clemson Tigers, starting a March Madness Cinderella story
The McNeese State University Cowboys beat out the Clemson Tigers on Thursday, marking its first March Madness victory in its 52-year history.
Europe goes it alone on Ukraine defense
European leaders gathering in Brussels agree to a massive defense fund that will "buy European" only.
Tamino's new album reflects the loss and change of a move across the ocean
The new album from Belgian singer Tamino, Every Dawn's A Mountain, is a mysterious reflection on loss and change after he settled in New York City.