Morning news brief
EU leaders to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine support and Russian threats, Trump grants automakers one-month reprieve from tariffs, nearly 6,000 USDA workers fired by Trump ordered back to work.
A Peek At The New Dr. Seuss Book, In Verse
Hosts Renee Montagne and Steve Inskeep provide a peek at the new Dr. Seuss book - out next week - through the verse of New York Times' book critic Michiko Kakutani.
Death Penalty Or Life In Prison? Aurora Shooting Trial Goes To Sentencing Phase
The sentencing phase of the Aurora Theater Shooting trial begins Wednesday. James Holmes, who was found guilty of murder last week, faces either the death penalty or life in prison without parole.
Novelist E.L Doctorow, Master Of Historical Fiction, Dies At 84
Novelist E.L. Doctorow, best known for his works of historical fiction set in the early 20th century, has died at the age of 84. His widely admired books include "Ragtime" and "Billy Bathgate."
Pets And Other Non-Humans Gets Rights Upgraded In A Spanish Town
The town council of Trigueros de Valle declared all residents, 'whether human or non-human,' are entitled to respect.
In A Hurry, Queen Elizabeth Goes Off Road
The queen was headed to church when she veered onto the grass to go around a family in her path.
After Iran Nuclear Deal, U.S. Defense Secretary Reassures Mideast Allies
Defense Secretary Ash Carter is in Saudi Arabia, part of a Middle East swing where he's trying to reassure American allies that their security will not be compromised by the nuclear deal with Iran.
Songwriter Wayne Carson Dies At 72
Wayne Carson was a prolific songwriter who hit the top of the country and pop charts. He was best known for songs that included "Always On My Mind," recorded by both Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson.
Can Greece Get A Handle On Its Notorious Tax System?
A big problem for Greece as it attempts to climb out of its fiscal hole is its corrupt and inefficient tax system. The tax code is maddeningly complex and evasion is high.
The Greek Banks Are Open Again, But The Sales Tax Just Went Up
The good news for Greeks is that banks are open again. The bad news is a sales tax hike that's made most things more expensive. It's an attempt to raise more tax revenue and balance the budget.