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Tropical storm warnings and a hurricane watch were issued for the west coast of Florida and the panhandle as Debby crossed the Gulf of Mexico. Heavy rains are expected across the Southeast.

Foreign Policy makes the case that the rise of emerging markets, the creation of social media and other events have had stronger impacts than the terrorist attacks.

From bears to break-ups and a thrice-indicted former president, there was lots to talk about this week. Were you paying attention?

A champion has been crowned in the annual cable car bell ringing contest. Leonard Oats, 53, won the championship — taking home a cash prize, a trophy and some Ghirardelli chocolates.

A new club is attracting teens across the country. They are competitively eating heads of lettuce. The fastest one becomes president of the club and organizes the competition next year.

Is this the season of cutbacks or splurges? As we prepare to cover holiday shopping and deals, NPR wants to hear from you, whatever your plans may be.

Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with BPR listener Wesley Davis and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Many young mixed-raced Asian-Americans embrace the Hawaiian word "hapa" to describe their identity. But are they legitimizing a slur, engaging in appropriation, or just making an old word new?

Scientist Peter Hotez has spent nearly 40 years trying to treat and eliminate the diseases that worms can cause. And he won't let the "ick" factor stop him.

The gun used in Dayton has the same core component as an AR-15-style rifle. It also has a 100-bullet magazine. But it's legally considered a pistol.