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It's the second mass death sentence in just two months in Egypt; however, all but 37 of the 529 people convicted in March had their sentences commuted.

The 911 call reveals the family's 4-year-old male cat Lux had a history of violence. The cat snapped after the owner kicked it to get it away from their infant.

Lawmakers questioned Marine Commandant James Amos about how much money the military really needs. One day they say any cut endangers national security. Another day, they say they are ready for any attack on Syria.

Skies have cleared and the worst may be over. But as the water goes down, the destroyed roads, homes and businesses are emerging. Piles of debris line canyons.

More than two million Oklahomans will be eligible to vote in November’s general election, according to numbers released Thursday by the State Election…

David Moyes will be succeeding the world's most famous soccer coach. Alex Ferguson announced this week that he'll retire at the end of the season. Moyes has led the English Premier League's Everton club since 2002.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff issued a message noting that violence isn't covered by free speech and that the breach of the U.S. Capitol was an assault on the government.

Listener Jeff Scott-Densic plays the puzzle with puzzlemaster Will Shortz and NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro.

Forget the sugary Muzak that permeates malls this shopping season: Jim Nayder of The Annoying Music Show offers holiday tunes with attitude, including a howling "O Holy Night."

Andy Goldsworthy, a sculptor best known for impermanent works in nature made of leaves, rocks and even ice, has created a permanent slate structure for the National Gallery of Art. To do so, he studied optics and physics to create a series of domes that should stand forever without any cement.

King cake is a treat tied to the Mardi Gras season in New Orleans. With so many people returning to the city from far-flung places, this special Danish-like confection is flying off the shelves at local bakeries.

Tank and the Bangas' third studio album, Red Balloon, celebrates Black life and reckons with America's ills. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to lead singer Tarriona "Tank" Ball.