Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
Violence From Mexico's Drug War Moves Into Mexico City
Steve Inskeep talks to reporter James Fredrick in Mexico City about a number of alleged narco traffickers who were killed in a shootout with Mexican soldiers.
Russian Orthodox Believers Flock To Cathedral To See Saint's Remains
More than a million pilgrims have visited Moscow's main cathedral to see the remains of Saint Nicholas, a bishop from Asia Minor who's said to be the inspiration behind the story of Santa Claus.
World Faces Global Sand Shortage
The world is running out of sand. So much so that some countries have banned exports of sand, and there is a thriving black market for it. David Greene talks to freelance journalist Vince Beiser.
Pounds Of Frozen Pork Land On Family's Florida Home
The family heard a bang and found packages of frozen pork on the roof and beside the house. Labels traced the pork to a man 170 miles away, who had no idea how the pork ended up airborne.
Fred Barnes: Republicans Aren't Team Players
Dreams of a smooth-sailing GOP agenda seem to be shattered. Politics is a team sport, and Republicans are playing it poorly, Fred Barnes, executive editor of The Weekly Standard, tells Steve Inskeep.
Tens Of Thousands Of Fans Expected To Attend Comic-Con In San Diego
It's time for the San Diego Comic-Con! Fans of all ages gather in costumes (and not) to get a sneak peek at upcoming books, movies, TV shows and more.
Venezuela's President Revs Up Effort To Pass New Constitution
Venezuela is holding an election July 30 to vote for a constituent assembly that will rewrite the constitution. President Maduro is going all out for votes.
It Could Have Been A Very Explosive First Day For New Librarian
When Abby Noland moved into her office, she discovered artillery shells. The Boston Globe says they were part of a collection from the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. The bomb squad detonated them.
Linkin Park Singer Chester Bennington Dies At 41
Chester Bennington, the lead singer for the rock band Linkin Park, died Thursday at the age of 41. Police said they were investigating the death as a possible suicide.
