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<strong>OUT:</strong> Missouri Republican Rep. Todd Akin and his wife, Lulli, acknowledge supporters before Akin makes his concession speech to incumbent Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill on Tuesday in Chesterfield, Mo.

Controversial Members Of Congress Come And Go

Members of the House known for notorious or offensive comments have lost their seats in Tuesday's elections. On the other hand, some are coming back.

Nearly 7 Decades Later, Vin Scully's Long Broadcast Will Soon Come To A Close

On Sunday, a legendary voice in baseball will be retiring. And when he does, Vin Scully, who has done the play-by-play for Dodgers games for 67 years, will leave behind several generations of fans.

Minnesota's ACA insurance exchange, MNsure, is spending state money this year to hire health care navigators who reach out to consumers to answer questions and help them find the right health plan.

Need Help Picking An ACA Health Plan? Some States Are Reaching Out

States aren't getting nearly as much federal money this year to explain and campaign for Affordable Care Act policies. Some are trying to make up the shortfall; others lack the cash or political will.

Former Turkish Military Officer Speaks Out After Being Imprisoned By His Own Government

A Turkish military officer who was assigned to NATO speaks about escaping the country's purge after spending 16 months in jail.

It's far too soon to make a definitive judgment about whether any laws have been broken in connection with the president's contacts with James Comey, the FBI director he fired a week ago.

'It's Falling Out Of The Trees,' Former Prosecutor Says Of Obstruction Evidence

It's too soon to determine whether obstruction of justice laws may have been broken in President Trump's conversations with James Comey. A D.C. defense lawyer says the key issue is Trump's intent.

Indian actress Sherlyn Chopra, the first Indian woman to pose nude for <em>Playboy</em>, appears at a press event in Mumbai in July. <em>Playboy</em> magazine is banned in India, but Playboy bunnies will make a demure debut when the first Playboy club opens next month.

Coming Soon To India: Playboy Bunnies

Playboy magazine isn't allowed in India. But Playboy clubs, complete with bunnies, are in the works.

Historian on whether deal to end Ukraine war can be made at G7 summit

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Sergey Radchenko of Johns Hopkins University about the Ukraine war and whether progress toward a diplomatic solution can be made at the G7 summit in France.

Despite Ferguson, Change Comes Slowly To Mo. Municipal Courts

Six months ago, a white police officer in Ferguson, Mo., shot and killed a black 18-year-old. The area's 82 municipal courts came under sharp scrutiny and were targeted for major reforms.

Rates Come Down On Jumbo Mortgage Loans

The interest rate on jumbo mortgages — those that exceed a government-set cap of $417,000 — has fallen below the rate for traditional loans. Mortgage industry observers say it's the first time this has happened.

Robin Bunevich and Alex Rivas in the Astoria, Queens, apartment they own. The unmarried couple set an agreement for how to handle the sale of their apartment if they break up.

For Couples Skipping The Ring, It Pays To Plot Out Finances

As couples live together in greater numbers, old rules about how to divide finances and plan for the future don't quite fit the modern family. Experts offer financial tips for unmarried couples.

Rick Perry phone-banking during his reelection campaign as governor of Texas in 2006. There was evidence of the problems that lay ahead in his presidential campaigns in those days in Texas.

In Texas, It May Have All Come Too Easily For Rick Perry

As Texas became more Republican, Perry, the state's longest-serving governor, never had to work out the political muscles that could have helped him in a presidential run.

Wall-E fell in love with another robot in the movie named after him. Researchers have yet to create a sentient machine, but a breakthrough could be on the horizon.

When A Robot Comes Knocking On The Door

If a biomechanical breakthrough creates sentient machines, that could lead to some immediate moral quandaries for humans — and could push the debate about robot rights to the front burner.

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