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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
Germany's Coalition Government Braces For Bavaria's Elections
by Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson
A prosperous area of Bavaria has become a stronghold for the far-right AfD. If the party does well in Sunday's regional elections, it could knock Chancellor Merkel's closest political ally from power.
News Brief: Hurricane Michael, Stock Prices, Missing Journalist
Florida Panhandle residents will evaluate the destruction left behind by Michael. Wednesday's drop in the Dow rattled foreign markets. Saudi officials deny involvement in journalist's disappearance.
'Everything' Is At Stake For Democrats In Next Month's Midterms
by Mara Liasson
Democrats have their future on the line. If they fail to take back the House and don't make significant gains at the state level, they'll be shut out — just like they were after the 2016 election.
Haley Is A Forceful Voice On Human Rights, Sen. Coons Says
David Greene talks to Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware about the announcement that Nikki Haley will leave her post as U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Mara Liasson weighs in on the conversation.
Post Indonesia Quake: Conditionally Freed Inmates Return To Prison
by Julie McCarthy
After the deadly quake violently shook inmates, they revolted. While some torched the prison, others left to check on their families. Many are returning or are checking in with the warden.
The Latest On The Disappearance Of Saudi Journalist Jamal Khashoggi
by Peter Kenyon
More details are emerging about the disappearance of a Saudi Arabian journalist and Washington Post contributor who was last seen entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, eight days ago.
With $1 Million, Exxon Mobil Corp Helps Fund Carbon Tax Campaign
by John Ydstie
Exxon Mobil pledges to support passage of a carbon tax. Analysts say the company would rather face a single, overarching tax than a patchwork of taxes and regulation to address climate change.
Children's Picture Book 'Quiet' Celebrates Enjoying The Moment
Rachel Martin talks to Tomie dePaola about his new children's book, Quiet. He lives in the countryside and while dining at a local restaurant, he was particularly struck by a family he noticed there.
Investigators Delve Into What Caused Deadly Limo Crash In New York
by Brian Mann
The National Transportation Safety Board and other agencies are looking at the qualifications of the driver, the vehicle's condition and the layout of the intersection. Twenty people were killed.
Threatening Florida's Panhandle, Michael Becomes A Category 4 Hurricane
by Greg Allen
Michael now has maximum sustained winds of 140 mph, as it barrels toward northwestern Florida. That makes it a stronger storm than when Hurricane Florence drenched the Carolinas last month.