Hamas says it's willing to release the five American hostages in Gaza
Hamas, the militant group the U.S. has labeled as terrorists, says it's willing to release the one living American hostage and bodies of four others it's held in Gaza since the 2023 attacks in Israel.
Dog Drives His Owner's Truck Into A Lake
When a man put his dog in the car, he was just trying to keep him out of a fight. He never expected the dog would take the vehicle straight into a lake.
A Menu From The Titantic Expected To Fetch $50,000
Artifacts from the Titanic go on auction on Wednesday.
Taliban Seize An Afghan City That's Been Contested For Decades
Kunduz is a trading hub that rival groups have often fought over, and which is often beyond the control of the government in Kabul. Lola Cecchinel, an analyst for ATR Consulting, explains its history.
Catherine Coulson, The Quirky 'Log Lady' Of 'Twin Peaks,' Dies At 71
Catherine Coulson, who played the "log lady" in the TV series Twin Peaks, died on Monday at 71. With her odd attachment to a piece of ponderosa pine, she was something of a pop culture hero.
After Nearly 2 Years In Egyptian Prison, Journalist Feels 'Born Again'
Former Al Jazeera journalist Mohammed Fahmy talks about the nearly two years he spent imprisoned in Egypt. He received a presidential pardon last week.
What Does Vladimir Putin Want In Syria?
Host David Greene speaks with Michele Flournoy of the Center for a New American Security and NPR's Tom Bowman about how Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Obama are approaching Syria.
Amid Controversy, Head Of Planned Parenthood Testifies Before Lawmakers
A House panel is investigating secretly recorded videos by a group that accuses Planned Parenthood of profiting from the sale of fetal tissue. Here's a rundown of the issues ahead of today's hearing.
Taliban Seize A Major City, A Sign Of The Group's Resurgence
Taliban fighters stormed the northern Afghan city of Kunduz, marking the first time the group has captured a city since it was ousted in 2001. Journalist Mujib Mashal talks about the Taliban takeover.
Obama, Castro Strike Different Notes In U.N. Remarks
In his U.N. speech, President Obama cited improved ties with Cuba as an example of his commitment to diplomacy. But in his remarks, Cuban leader Raul Castro laid out a series of demands.
Report: 250 Americans Have Gone To Syria And Iraq To Fight
A congressional report scheduled for release Tuesday suggests some 30,000 people worldwide have gone to Syria to fight in recent years. That includes some 250 Americans who've gone there and to Iraq.
