Catholics at Villanova University, where Pope Leo XIV once attended, celebrate Mass
Pope Leo XIV once attended Villanova University. Catholics packed the St. Thomas of Villanova church to celebrate Sunday Mass and the new pope.
E-Commerce Is A Bright Spot In China's Slumping Economy
China's old industrial sector continues to decline. One of the economy's sectors that is doing well is e-commerce. But is its rapid expansion enough to halt the overall slide in China's growth?
NPR Amazon Reporting Team Tries To Offset Its Carbon Footprint
When we drive, fly or walk, we contribute to carbon emissions that cause global warming. One solution often cited is to pay to heal the harm by underwriting the cost of planting a tree.
Racial Tension Still Envelops Missouri University's Columbia Campus
Linda Wertheimer talks to journalism professor Earnest Perry about the racial tensions at the University of Missouri campus in Columbia, even after the president and chancellor resigned.
Soldier Who Tackled Suicide Bomber To Receive Medal Of Honor
President Obama awards the Medal of Honor to former Army Capt. Florent Groberg on Thursday. In Afghanistan, he tackled a suicide bomber and saved the lives of many men with his patrol.
Rolls-Royce Recalls 1 Car Over Airbag Issue
When we hear of automobiles being recalled, we generally hear of a high number getting called back. This recall notice is different: Exactly one Rolls-Royce Ghost was found to have an airbag problem.
Email Proclaims Work Week To Be Free Of Email
An Italian textile company hopes the week of no emails will help employees rediscover the pleasure of actual face-to-face interaction. The company's announcement was made by email.
School-House Police Need New Tactics, Association Leader Says
The role of police in schools is under new scrutiny after an incident in South Carolina. Linda Wertheimer talks to Don Bridges, vice president of the National Association of School Resource Officers.
Kurdish Peshmerga Forces Attempt To Retake Sinjar From ISIS
With U.S. air support, they launched a long-awaited offensive on the eastern Iraqi city of Sinjar, to try to retake it from ISIS. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Gordon of The New York Times.
