More billionaires than ever ranked in Forbes' annual list. Here are the top 10
There are now more than 3,000 billionaires in the world, according to Forbes' annual ranking of the wealthiest people. They collectively hold about $16.1 trillion in wealth.
World Championship Cheese Contest Underway In Wisconsin
It's billed as the biggest cheese competition in the world. The best noses in the business serve as judges. One judge said when you smell the cheese, "it kinda whispers its secrets to you."
Brother Brings Llama To Sister's Wedding. She Wasn't Pleased
Five years ago Mendl Weinstock was annoyed at his sister's incessant talk about weddings. He said if she ever got married, he'd bring a llama. He followed through with a live llama in a custom tuxedo.
U.K.'s Labour Party Offers Lessons Learned To Democrats In U.S.
The recent election in the United Kingdom saw the Labour Party resoundingly defeated by a populist Conservative incumbent. Some are wondering if there might be lessons for the U.S. Democratic Party.
Rafael Cancel Miranda, Opened Fire On U.S Capitol, Dies At 89
The last surviving Puerto Rican nationalist who opened fire on Congress in 1954 died Monday. Supporters of Puerto Rico's independence continued to consider him a hero.
How Does Biden's Super Tuesday Wins Affect Sanders?
NPR's Noel King talks to Nick Chedli Carter, former National Political Outreach director for Bernie Sanders' 2016 campaign, about the implications of Super Tuesday's results.
NPR Legend Susan Stamberg Receives Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Friends, family and fans cheered Tuesday as Susan Stamberg — one of NPR's "founding mothers" — received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. Actress Annette Bening was one of the people honoring her.
Deadly Tornadoes Rip Through Nashville Area Overnight
The tornado struck in Tennessee in the middle of the night — there are several confirmed deaths and many more are injured. Authorities are still trying to map out the full scope of the damage.