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In Fat Leonard, journalist Craig Whitlock tells the story of a defense contractor who plied Navy commanders with lavish meals, trips, cash and sex workers. In return they let him overcharge taxpayers.

Pope John Paul II, weighed down by illness and age, reflected on his possible resignation as he turned 80, according to his last will and testament. Read the full text.

Most of the focus at the Republican National Convention has been on politicians at the top of the ticket. But Mesa, Arizona Mayor Scott Smith is leading a delegation of mayors to Tampa for the RNC. He talks with host Michel Martin about some of the issues local leaders are hoping the national politicians don't forget.

As cities continue relaxing shelter-in-place mandates and reopening, sports leagues are cautiously readying to compete again.

A group of economists conducted one of the first empirical studies of "generative AI" at a real-world company. They found it had big effects.

Schumer, D-N.Y., and other top Democrats sent a letter to President Trump yesterday, laying out tough demands ahead of Trump's summit with North Korea. He talks about them with NPR's Rachel Martin.

Morning Edition host Renee Montagne talks to America's Test Kitchen'sChris Kimball about foods that are easier than you'd guess to make at home. Fresh Nutella or kale chips, anyone?

President Biden welcomes Americans who had been imprisoned by Russia. Hezbollah and Hamas are burying assassinated leaders. Simone Biles cemented her legacy as the greatest gymnast of all time.

Here's how communities across the U.S. put their own spin on Christmas, Hanukkah and even Festivus celebrations — from Santas who ski and surf, to trees made of tumbleweed, sand and lobster traps.

Dolly Parton built a movie career on top of an already huge music career. Other singers have tried, with mixed results.