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Another month means another genre-spanning mix of new music chosen by public radio's top DJs. Download new songs by Neko Case, Jason Marsalis, Valerie June, Porter Ray and many other artists.

Syrian refugees have been pouring into Jordan since the war broke out. But over the past month, more Syrian refugees went back than came to Jordan. The returnees cite rough conditions in the Jordanian camps and recent rebel advances.

A key piece of evidence in the high-profile murder trial involves whose voice can be heard calling for help on the recording of a 911 call made by a neighbor. Jurors have now heard conflicting opinions from those who knew Trayvon Martin, and those who know defendant George Zimmerman.

Japan's suicide rate is twice that of the United States. So many people jump in front of subway trains that when a train stops between stations, people just assume it's a suicide.

Congress is back from it's Fourth of July recess. NPR's Ron Elving joins us for a preview of what's on lawmakers' plates this week, including immigration reform, the farm bill and student loan rates.

The wearable technology, which is being tested by a select group of users, was used to record an arrest on the Jersey Shore. The incident raises questions about citizen journalism and the limits of privacy in public.

The Guardian has released another video from its interview with the so-called NSA leaker. In it, he explains some of his motivation for spilling secrets.

The usual parade of politicians brought down by scandal has turned into something else: a parade of disgraced politicians believing they could and should make a comeback.

After 77 years, a British man finally won Wimbledon. Andy Murray beat Novak Djokovic in three straight sets. Murray acted as if he couldn't quite believe it, and most of Britain felt the same way.

This week, NPR's Stephen Thompson introduces us to the music of musician and songwriter Pokey LaFarge, with his new song "Central Time" from his self titled album.