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<em></em>Maya Rudolph spent seven seasons on <em>Saturday Night Live </em>and went on to star in the raunchy comedy <em>Bridesmaids</em>. Now she's exploring what's funny about parenting in the new movie <em>Friends with Kids</em> and the TV series <em>Up All Night</em>.

The comedian spent seven seasons on Saturday Night Liveand went on to star in the raunchy comedy Bridesmaids. Now she's exploring what's funny about parenting in the new movie Friends with Kids and the TV series Up All Night.

Joseph Kony's Lord's Resistance Army has been among the world's most brutal rebel forces for a quarter-century. But the Ugandan group received only sporadic international attention before this week, when an Internet video about Kony went viral. Here, Kony is shown in 2006 in southern Sudan.

Joseph Kony Is Infamous — But Will He Be Caught?

A social-media campaign designed to make Joseph Kony into one of the world's most reviled villains appears to have worked. But capturing the notorious Ugandan rebel leader has proven an elusive goal for many governments for many years.

Carla Castorina of Hurley, Miss., holds a sign supporting former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney after a campaign rally at the Port of Pascagoula in Pascagoula, Miss., on March 8. Polls show a tight race in the state, which holds its primary on Tuesday.

Hey, Y'all: Why Romney Might Just Win In The South

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney's on-the-trail efforts in Mississippi and Alabama may look awkward, but his money and organization could translate to wins on Tuesday.

A woman waits outside the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek, Wis, where a gunman opened fire and killed six people. The gunman was killed by police.

Seven Dead In Shooting At Sikh Temple In Wisconsin

The attack at a temple in a Milwaukee suburb is being investigated as a "domestic terrorist-type incident," police say.

Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin speaks after being announced by Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney as his running mate in front of the USS Wisconsin in Norfolk, Va., on Saturday.

Transcript: Ryan Makes First Remarks As VP Choice

Read and listen to Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan's remarks after being announced as GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney's running mate.

Some scientists predict that by 2050, climate change and an accompanying rise in sea level will lead to frequent flooding in Boston.

Boston Plans For 'Near-Term Risk' Of Rising Tides

In Boston, scientists are predicting that climate change will lead to dramatic sea level rise, and more frequent flooding, around the city. Officials are studying the potential impact on roads and sewers and are asking waterfront developers to plan for increased flooding.

Failed pumps at Corps pumping station could increase Mid-City flooding risk

With Tropical Storm Isaac bearing down on New Orleans, one of three key Army Corps of Engineers pumping stations that help drain the city during a storm…

Linda Hedenblad holds a likeness of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker at recall rally at the State Capitol in Madison on Nov. 15.

Why Recall Elections Are So Difficult To Pull Off

This year set a record for recall elections, as 11 lawmakers were forced to defend their seats — and four of them lost. Now Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker faces an effort to oust him from office. Despite the anti-Walker fervor, though, recall elections usually face long odds.

These photos show pollution in Beijing on Dec. 5 (top), compared to a blue sky day (bottom) on Aug. 18. In recent weeks, heavy pollution — caused by coal-fired power plants and vehicle emissions — has led to hundreds of flight cancellations and road closures. Long-term exposure is leading to serious health costs.

Clean Air A 'Luxury' In Beijing's Pollution Zone

For more than half of the past 60 days, the air pollution in the Chinese capital has hit levels hazardous to human health. Experts estimate long-term exposure to such pollution could reduce life expectancy by as much as five years. NPR's Louisa Lim describes what it's like living in the city.

Ugandan Warlord Joseph Kony Under Spotlight Thanks To Viral Video

The hashtag term #stopkony is trending on Twitter, Reddit.com has been deluged with posts about Kony and he's the subject of a quickly growing number of blog posts and news stories. All thanks to an activist group's new video.

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