Baghdad State Of Emergency Declared After Protesters Storm Green Zone

Supporters of Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr occupied the Iraqi parliament on Saturday, escalating a month-long political crisis.

What Is Alzheimer's Disease?

Here are answers to some common questions about a disease that can seem frightening, mysterious and daunting.

'Zappa Plays Zappa' Pits Zappa vs. Zappa

Frank's son Dweezil was told by the family trust, controlled by two of his siblings, that his show Zappa Plays Zappa risked huge copyright infringement fines.

City sets stage for legal action over delayed Tim Hortons Field stadium

The case of Tim Hortons Field stadium – a much-delayed project that missed more than seven completion deadlines – and the city has officially made it to court.

Lawsuit Will Decide Who Owns 'Star Trek' Language Klingon

Paramount Pictures holds the copyright to Klingon, spoken by some characters in "Star Trek." The Language Creation Society is arguing Klingon is a real language, and is therefore not copyrightable.

'Secret of youth' in ginger gene

Scientists say they have made a leap in knowing why some people retain their youthful looks while others age badly.

Another lawyer exits case of Amanda Todd's alleged tormentor

The man accused of extorting Amanda Todd, the B.C. teenager who later killed herself, is without a defence lawyer for the second time this year, one day before separate court proceedings are to begin in the Netherlands, the fifth estate has learned.

VIDEO: Aberdeen Central election hustings

Council funding, a trauma centre for Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and the closure of police and fire control rooms were hot topics at the BBC Radio Scotland hustings in Aberdeen.

Mother And Daughter Come Together At The Card Table In 'The Bridge Ladies'

Betsy Lerner writes about joining her 83-year-old mother's weekly bridge club in her new book, which critic Maureen Corrigan calls a "smart and colorful memoir."

With Brazil in Turmoil, Rio Counts Down to Olympics

With 100 days until Rio de Janeiro hosts the Summer Games, organizers say they are insulated from the country's array of problems.

Donald Trump's Ridiculous 'Women's Card' Comments

His claims about Hillary Clinton and gender don't make much sense.

Hillary Clinton wins 4 states, Donald Trump sweeps all 5

Republican Donald Trump roared to victory in five contests across the Northeast and declared himself the "'presumptive nominee," even though he is short of required delegates. Hillary Clinton was dominant in four Democratic races, ceding only Rhode Island to rival Bernie Sanders.

Justin Trudeau meets First Nations leaders in Saskatchewan

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau arrived in Fort Qu'Appelle, Sask., tonight for meetings with First Nations leaders.

$2.9M cash bonanza for tennis champs

The world's top tennis players will compete for a bumper $2.9 million after Wimbledon hiked its top prize ahead of the season's third grand slam tournament.

Meryl Streep's First Acting Gig: Becoming Pretty And Popular In High School

In a new biography called Her Again, author Michael Schulman says that at 14, Streep decided to reinvent herself - and before she was an Oscar winner, she was homecoming queen.

Driven: Video Review: After Some Mud Wrestling, the Best S.U.V.s Emerge

Over two days at this year's Mudfest in the Pacific Northwest, 26 journalists evaluated 27 vehicles, including crossovers, S.U.V.s and pickups.

Serbia's Ruling Pro-European Party Appears Headed for a Win

Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic has said he plans to use a victory to push through reforms needed for the country to join the European Union.

VIDEO: Greek grandmother opens home to Syrians

An 82-year-old grandmother in Idomeni has opened her home to some of those fleeing violence to try and reach Europe.

Tim Bosma trial: Celebrating a 'mission' and testimony about who fired the fatal shot

This week, the trial of the two men accused of the murder of Hamilton's Tim Bosma began with testimony describing text messages about a plan to steal a truck, and ended with the jury hearing a dramatic accusation about which of them actually shot Bosma.

Timbuktu's 'Badass Librarians': Checking Out Books Under Al-Qaida's Nose

Librarian Abdel Kader Haidara organized a smuggling operation to keep centuries-old manuscripts out of the hands of al-Qaida. Joshua Hammer wrote about it in The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu.

Reef Larger Than Delaware Found At The Mouth Of The Amazon River

The reef is unusual because it lies in muddy waters, and scientists had only seen hints of its existence until recent research expeditions. They say it's already in danger because of oil drilling.

NHS strike delays 'to exceed 100,000'

More than 100,000 patients are expected to have appointments postponed or operations delayed as a result of next week's strike by junior doctors, NHS England says.

Frozen Life in Wartime Syria

What does survival look like for the million people behind siege lines with no sugar, no power and little hope?

Scaling Back: A New Policy Disagreement Between Clinton and Sanders: Soda Taxes

Is a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages an admirable way to improve public health, or a regressive measure that hurts the poor? The left is divided.

The Real Purpose of 'Bathroom Bills'

Ted Cruz and others who support these bills want to frighten and divide Americans.

This Is Proof That Your Style Gets Better With Age

In celebration of the release of your next coffee-table necessity, Advanced Style: Older & Wiser (available to order today!), we asked author (and founder of the eponymous blog) Ari Seth Cohen to round up some of his favorite beauty portraits from the best-dressed bunch. Here is his edit paired with our hair and makeup notes inspired by each fearless woman.

What's the difference between a stalker and a super-fan?

Lily Allen has spoken about her experience of dealing with being stalked. But what's inside the mind of stalkers?

Should I save for retirement or pay off student debt first?

You've paid off all your debt obligations and have money left over, should you pay down more student loan debt or put the money toward your retirement?

Experimental Solar-Powered Plane Takes Flight After 9-Month Delay

Solar Impulse 2 is attempting to circumnavigate the world using only the sun's power. It has been grounded in Hawaii for maintenance and is now on a three day journey heading to California.

Pop Culture Happy Hour Small Batch: Remembering Prince

Linda Holmes and Stephen Thompson discuss the way Prince changed music, supported other artists, defied creative constraints and challenged the notion of what it means for a pop singer to rebel.

Prince, legendary Purple Rain singer, dead at age 57

Prince, the superstar singer-songwriter known for his incredible musicianship and a cavalcade of award-winning hits, has died at the age of 57, according to his publicist.

'You Belong To The Universe' Explores Visionary Spirit Of Buckminster Fuller

NPR's Robert Siegel talks with author Jonathon Keats on his book, You Belong to the Universe, which looks at famed inventor Buckminster Fuller.

Some Good Credit News for the Met Opera

Standard & Poor's affirmed the company's "A” credit rating and revised its outlook to stable from negative.

The Queen turns 90

Djokovic & Serena clean up at Laureus Awards

Afghan TV station weathers constant Taliban threat

Big 12 Spring Football Wrapping Up, Not Talk About Expansion

Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops quickly said he didn't have a stance on the Big 12's discussions about the possibility of league expansion and a conference championship game. TCU's Gary Patterson said those were decisions that would be made at levels above him.

Economic Scene: Liberal Biases, Too, May Block Progress on Climate Change

Liberal resistance to nuclear power plants, which emit virtually no greenhouse gases, could be damaging in the effort to combat climate change.

Tiny Motor Powers a New Threat to Cycling Races

Suggestions that riders are rigging their bikes have escalated, and a report by a French TV network suggested that motordoping had arrived at the sport's top levels.

Dow tops 18,000 for first time since last July

The Dow climbed back above 18,000 on Monday for the first time since last July. It's a pretty sweet milestone considering the Dow collapsed to 15,451 in January amid the market turmoil.

Art Review: Atop the Met, a Haunting House

Cornelia Parker's installation in the Metropolitan Museum of Art roof garden evokes the spooky mansion in “Psycho,” as well as an earlier America.

The 'fakes' industry is worth $461 billion

The shady business of 'fakes' has ballooned into a global industry worth as much as $461 billion, according to the OECD.

Japan: Dozens killed, aftershocks slow rescue efforts

Suggested Ship Name Inspires Another Silly Name

It all started with a public poll to name a British research vessel. The leading name is Boaty McBoatface. Following that theme, a horse has been named Horsey McHorseface.

Moolah

Janice Luttrell makes her New York Times Crossword debut.

For Sale: One Used Internet Company Called Yahoo

Potential buyers are due to submit bids for Yahoo's core Internet business on Monday. Yahoo may be the number three search engine, but it's struggled to attract investors and keep up with competitors.

Powerful Earthquake Hits Ecuador's Coast, Killing At Least 28

At least 28 have been killed after a 7.8 magnitude quake struck the central coast.

France 'committed' to Hinkley Point

The French government is "completely committed" to building the UK's Hinkley Point nuclear power plant, France's economy minister tells the BBC.

'She jumped into a tiger cage': Toronto Zoo investigates after woman jumps tiger's fence

The Toronto Zoo is investigating after a video surfaced online appearing to show a woman jumping over a protective fence to recover a hat that fell within the outer perimeter of a tiger's pen.

New vaccine in push to eradicate polio

More than 150 countries begin switching to a different polio vaccine - an important milestone towards eradicating the disease, health campaigners say.

Should Movie Theaters Allow Texting?

It's true millennials are going to see movies less often than their parents. The CEO of AMC Entertainment says he is considering allowing texting during some movie showings at AMC Theaters.

Obama Urges Opening Cable TV Boxes To Competition

The FCC says it costs subscribers an average of $231 a year to rent the boxes that enable them to watch cable TV. The president supports making it easier for viewers to buy the boxes instead.

Mexican Chef Pati Jinich Wants To Change How You Think About Enchiladas

Pati Jinich is a Mexican chef whose life in the U.S. has influenced her cooking. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with her about her latest cookbook, Mexican Today.

VIDEO: Trapped in an institution for seven years

Debbie Evans talks about her son who has learning disabilities and has lived in a medical institution for seven years

Things With Round Numbers

Friday fun with David Steinberg.

After 9-Month Delay, Record-Breaking Solar Plane Prepares For Liftoff

The Solar Impulse 2 is preparing to resume its flight around the world. It's aiming to be the first plane to make the journey powered only by the sun.

Lebanon charges TV team over alleged child kidnapping

Understanding Bernie Sanders' Foreign Policy Approach

He's against the Iraq war, but not a pacifist and he sees foreign policy through an economic lens. Here's what you need to know.

A Hoax Plot, Cloaked in a Ukrainian Interview

The intrigue began last week when The New York Times received a letter on official-looking stationery marked “President of Ukraine.”

BP boss faces shareholder revolt on pay

Oil giant BP holds its annual general meeting for shareholders on Thursday with some major investors planning to vote against Bob Dudley's 20% pay rise.

Sierra Nevada Snow Won't End California's Thirst

Climate change and the proliferation of trees have led to less of a natural reservoir of melting snow coming down the mountains.

How to read your ridiculously confusing financial aid letter

You're not alone if you're completely confused by your financial aid award letter. Colleges don't make it easy to figure out how much you'll owe for tuition, but here's a 5-step guide to make it easier.

Employee fired from Beardy's and Okemasis First Nation, Sask. school

Beardy's and Okemasis First Nation has confirmed a part-time employee at the Chief Beardy's Memorial Elementary School has been fired and the matter is now in the hands of the criminal justice system.

Zika Virus Can Cause Brain Defects In Babies, CDC Confirms

U.S. health officials say they are now convinced that Zika virus can target the developing brain before birth, leading to a severe type of microcephaly and other brain abnormalities.

Understanding Bernie Sanders' Foreign Policy Approach

He's against the Iraq war, but not a pacifist and he sees foreign policy through an economic lens. Here's what you need to know.

Cleaner Air Tied to Fewer Lung Problems in Children

Less air pollution in Southern California has been accompanied by a significant decrease in childhood lung problems.

Romanian Ballet Company Loses Its Leading Lights

A series of missteps cost the Romanian national ballet company on Tuesday its artistic director, Johan Kobborg, and the dancer Alina Cojocaru.

Man charged with antique dealer murder

A man is charged with the murder of an antique dealer who was found dead at his Oxford home.

Zika's potential to spread in U.S. 'scarier than we initially thought:' CDC

Top U.S. health officials say the more they learn about Zika, the scarier the virus appears and they still need more money to fight the mosquitoes that spread it

Planets stripped bare by host stars

Astronomers have defined a class of planet that have had their atmospheres stripped away by their host stars.

Jimmy Butler Scores 23 Points as Bulls Beat Pelicans 121-116

Jimmy Butler scored 12 of his 23 points in the last six minutes and the short-handed Chicago Bulls beat the injury-riddled New Orleans Pelicans 121-116 on Monday night.