The world waits as cardinals work to choose the next pope
The world is watching the Vatican on Thursday as 133 cardinals work to choose which of them will be the next pope.
British Writer Kazuo Ishiguro Wins Nobel Prize In Literature
The Swedish Academy has chosen Kazuo Ishiguro as the winner of the Nobel Prize in literature Thursday morning. Ishiguro's most well-known work is likely The Remains of the Day, a 1989 novel.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar On Social Media Political Ad Disclosure
Lawmakers are pushing for new legislation that would require greater disclosure of political ads that run on social media. Sen. Amy Klobuchar is the co-author and talks with NPR's David Greene.
Where Recovery Stands In Puerto Rico
Most Puerto Ricans remain without power and basic supplies. David Greene talks about recovery efforts with Chris Krebs of the Department of Homeland Security.
How Bump Stocks Make Guns Fire Faster
Police say the Las Vegas shooter had many bump stock devices. They're legal and widely available and enable semi-automatic weapons to fire similar to fully automatic weapons.
French Cigarette Sellers Protest Government Price Hike
In France, the owners of licensed tobacco stores are protesting against the government's plans to raise cigarette prices.
I'm Not Drunk, I'm A Time Traveler
Police in Casper, Wyo., arrested a man for public intoxication. He said he was a time traveler from the year 2048 and aliens forced him to drink.
Thief Targets Martial Arts Gym
A man in Rio de Janeiro tried to rob a gym, which turned out to be a martial arts gym. Surveillance video shows him being chased by students in jiu jitsu uniforms.
Anti-Abortion Congressman Reportedly Asks Woman To Get An Abortion
After news that he asked a woman with whom he had an affair to get an abortion, Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Tim Murphy announced he won't seek re-election. He's a member of the House Pro-Life Caucus.
News Brief: Congress Talks 'Bump Stocks,' Las Vegas Latest, DACA Deadline
The Las Vegas attack has got lawmakers talking about banning "bump stocks," which simulate automatic weapons. Also, the Las Vegas shooter's girlfriend said she didn't know of his plans.
Security Readies For Next Big Music Festival
The country's next big music festival is this weekend in Austin, Texas. Austin City Limits is a three-day outdoor event that has seen crowds topping 75,000. Security will be tighter this year.