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HUD Resignation a Chance to Fix Housing Crisis?

The Bush administration's top housing official announced his resignation Monday. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Alphonso Jackson says much has been accomplished during his tenure, but critics say they hope the change will bring about policies that will help solve the housing crisis.

One Canadian says he wants compensation from his government after arrest in China

Michael Spavor is one of two Canadians who were jailed by authorities in China in 2018. The arrest came after Canada detained a top executive from the Chinese tech company Huawei.

Jalen Washington #13 of the North Carolina Tar Heels passes against Mouhamed Dioubate #10 of the Alabama Crimson Tide Tide during the second half in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Crypto.com Arena on March 28, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. The Alabama Crimson Tide won, 89-87. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

March Madness Sweet 16 sees upsets on first night

The Sweet 16 round of the men's March Madness tournament tipped off Thursday night — it included two big upsets in the West Regional bracket, where the top two seeds fell to tight last-minute defeats.

Monkey Knocks Out Power Across Kenya

A monkey took a fall right on top of a transformer at a power station. This tripped the transformer and caused a blackout. The monkey is fine, being cared for by the Kenya Wildlife Service.

A look back at some of the NPR stories that were the most read online

What do UFOs, Fireball Cinnamon and a dead snowshoe hare have in common? They all made the list of NPR.org's top stories of the year.

Kathy Gunst recalls a memorable time in July 2021 when she stayed with a dear friend who lives on a saltwater creek in Wellfleet. They headed out onto the mudflats and within 30 minutes, the pair had dug up more than 40 oysters. (Getty Images)

Moussaka, croissants and oysters comprise chef Kathy Gunst's memorable food moments of 2021

Chef Kathy Gunst shares a recipe for her daughter's moussaka — a blend of sauteed ground lamb with spices, layered with thin slices of potatoes and eggplant and then blanketed in a rich, cheesy bechamel sauce.

Hollywood 'Stuntman!' Reveals Tricks Of Trade

Hal Needham worked as a Hollywood stuntman for over 40 years. He details some of his most death-defying feats (and why he can't stand modern special effects) in his new memoir, Stuntman!

Veteran Hollywood stuntman Hal Needham — who turned director for the 1977 hit <em>Smokey and the Bandit</em> — lines up a shot with Burt Reynolds, Jerry Reed and Happy the dog.

A 'Stuntman!' Discusses His Death-Defying Feats

Hal Needham worked as a Hollywood stuntman for over 40 years. He details some of his most death-defying feats (and why he can't stand modern special effects) in his memoir, Stuntman!

Lead singer, manager of Imagine Dragons make a video game inspired by capture the flag

Dan and Mac Reynolds grew up playing sprawling games of capture the flag with fellow Boy Scouts. Years after topping the charts with their band Imagine Dragons, the brothers are producing a cartoony and competitive video game inspired by those memories.

Republicans begin picking their next leaders in Congress

Republicans have chosen Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., as the next party leader, launching a new era for the GOP after nearly two decades with Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., leading the party in the Senate.

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