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The American Cancer Society aims to recruit 500 people from the Ark-La-Tex to participate in the third generation of a cancer prevention study that...

The vote signaled that the chamber had resolved a dramatic showdown on the rules governing White House nominations.

The George Zimmerman trial has put so-called "Stand Your Ground" laws back into the spotlight. Host Michel Martin speaks to attorney Leigh-Ann Buchanan about Florida's 'stand your ground' law and similar legislation in other states. She's leading an American Bar Association task force on the laws.

Coca-Cola sales have slowed, in part because of the weather. The company says global soda sales rose by only 1 percent in the second quarter — less than expected. Coke's CEO cited rain and cold temperatures in the U.S., which seems to have put a damper on consumers' desire for a refreshing soft drink.

Many Americans have encountered sake as that hot, cloudy beverage served in sushi bars. But now, the good stuff is coming. High-end imports from Japan are up, and many bars now focus on sake. Best of all, perhaps, are the microbreweries popping up across the country.

A new collection of disco numbers, Mighty Real: Greatest Dance Hits, showcases the career of Sylvester. Music critic Milo Miles argues that Sylvester — an openly gay, superstar costume-wearer from the start — was not only a pioneer, but also someone with whom the times have finally caught up.

Bookies are taking bets on the future King or Queen of England: gender, weight, name -- even future university and profession. They’ve hauled in $1.5 million -- a record for a non-sports event.

Australia's Prime Minister is replacing a deeply unpopular carbon tax with a less-severe emissions trading scheme, in a bid to lower people's electric bills ahead of a tight national election.

Albert Sam is a vascular surgeon, life-long Louisiana resident, former Vice Chair of the WRKF Board of Directors, and a sustaining member. He heard Sam...

Bryan Morton and the North Camden Little League are trying to revitalize one of the most drug-ridden parts of Camden, N.J., through baseball. The league offers a safe after-school activity and an escape for children in Camden.