John Ondrasik rewrites his song 'Superman' to remember Israeli hostages held in Gaza
John Ondrasik talks about the new version of his song "Superman." In 2001, the song became an anthem honoring 911 first responders. He's rewritten it to remember Israeli hostages still held in Gaza.
Debates Will Showcase 'NBC Nightly News' Anchor Lester Holt
Lester Holt assumed the NBC evening anchor chair after his predecessor's career collapsed. Monday night, he'll moderate the first of three debates between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
Obama Faces Possible First Veto Override Of His Presidency
Obama plans to veto a bill allowing relatives of Sept. 11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia for allegedly helping the hijackers. The White House says it could lead to reprisals by nations against the U.S.
Deal To Keep The Government Running Past Sept. 30 Eludes Congress
Congress has just one thing to do this month before its October recess: keep the federal government funded. With just one week left before the deadline, there's still no deal in sight.
Witness Recounts Deadly Attack On Aid Convoy In Syria
A man who heads a volunteer rescue group in the rebel-held parts of Aleppo says he was in the office when the convoy arrived — and then he heard the sound of bomb-carrying helicopters.
If Trip Home Is Delayed, Astronaut Will Have To Vote From Space
Kate Rubins was supposed to depart the International Space Station in time for the U.S. presidential election, but her homecoming has been delayed. She may have to cast an absentee ballot from space.
Goldfish Populate Australian River Like Crazy
These are not the cute goldfish you bring home in a plastic bag. Some of these fish are more than a foot long and weigh several pounds.
Movie Reviews: 'Magnificent Seven' And 'Storks'
David Greene talks to Justin Chang about two movies out this week: the remake of The Magnificent Seven and the animated children's picture Storks. Chang is film critic for the Los Angeles Times.
National Museum of African American History And Culture Opens Saturday
Of the thousands arriving for the new museum's opening, we hear from three people who are traveling to Washington, D.C., to be some of the first people to tour the exhibits.
Protesters Demand Tape Of Police Shooting Of Black Man Be Released
In Charlotte, N.C., some demonstrators chanted "release the tapes" — a reference to police videos of the shooting, which have been shown to the victim's family, but have not been made public.
