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ADHD has been considered a medical disorder, treatable with drugs like Ritalin, but New York Times Magazine writer Paul Tough says recent studies question that assumption and treatment options.

Illinois politician Mike Madigan made history as the longest serving state House leader in the country. Now, his legacy may also includes corruption.

A former surgeon in France, now 74, is on trial for the alleged rape or sexual abuse of 299 victims, most of them children. Investigators say the violence spanned more than three decades.

The grand jury indicted 14-year-old Colt Gray on 55 counts, including murder, aggravated assault and cruelty to children. His father, Colin Gray, faces 29 counts including second-degree murder.

Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, who were charged with human trafficking in Romania, have arrived in Florida after their travel restrictions were lifted.

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Natalie Moore about the legacy of soap operas. She is host and writer of "Stories Without End," the new season of the WBEZ podcast "Making."

The past President faces civil and criminal prosecutions. His main political rival, currently holding the office, benefits from these prosecutions – or does he? Do we?YLR Host, Jeff Hayden, is joined by myriad experts who view these prosecutions from legal, political and constitutional prospectives.Questions for Jeff and his guests? Call toll free at (866) 798-8255.

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Karen McDonald, who prosecuted the cases against the parents of a mass school shooter. James and Jennifer Crumbley were sentenced to 10 to 15 years in prison.

The time change can be hard on our health. There are more car accidents, strokes and heart attacks this week. People eat more junk food and have more migraines. Here's why — plus tips to help you adapt.

In this week's installment of Cineplexity, NPR staffers contemplate the best director-actor collaborations in film.

Pope Francis' funeral begins in Vatican City at 4 a.m. ET on Saturday and will end with his burial in Rome. Here's what to know about the day's events — and how Francis is breaking with tradition.