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U.S. Central Command says the rebel fighters apparently turned over the equipment in return for safe passage in the region. Correspondent Tom Bowman tells NPR's Scott Simon more.

The children's TV show ran for just five years in the U.S. in the 1990s. But it's still hugely popular in Latin America, and a stage version of the show attracts audiences in the thousands.

The former Hewlett-Packard CEO defended her business record in the latest Republican presidential debate. But is her past an asset or a hindrance?

It's tough to see Jason deCaires Taylor's sculptures firsthand — unless you have scuba gear. Most of them rest under the sea. His latest work is fully visible only when the tide of the Thames recedes.

Candidates with the least money to spend are showing up in TV ads more often. In another twist, nice guys aren't finishing last.

The Hall of Famer earned the moniker for his rebounding prowess. A 13-time all-star, Malone was also the first player to get drafted to the pros straight from high school.

In symbolic hope for a sweet new year, many Jews will mark the start of Rosh Hashanah with honey cake. The cake is sentimental, but not always beloved. Here, a delectable update to the ancient recipe.

Could it be the biggest upset in tennis history? Roberta Vinci beat Serena Williams in the semifinals of the U.S. Open. Vinci and fellow Italian will face off in the final on Saturday.

Their collaborative project The Hollywood Vampires is a rock band, specializing in a macabre kind of historical fiction.

In Munich last weekend, 195 children seeking asylum showed up alone. The growing number of unaccompanied minors presents a special challenge to German authorities, who generally don't deport children.