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The three men convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery have received their sentences. In November, Travis and Greg McMichael, as well as William 'Roddie' Bryan were found guilty in the Black jogger's death.

Sen. Barack Obama arrives in Kenya for a visit to his father's native country, and ancestral village. The Obama family's home village is preparing to celebrate his much-anticipated arrival. The Illinois Democrat is on a tour of several African countries.

Industry experts say a new pipeline will allow Azerbaijan to eventually quadruple its oil exports. But political opponents in Azerbaijan worry that the oil money will help the government of the former Soviet republic stifle pro-democracy efforts.

Now that John Roberts has been confirmed as chief justice of the Supreme Court, attention turns to President Bush's next nominee for the court. It's a choice that's likely to ignite a fierce battle between Republicans and Democrats. Host Melissa Block talks with NPR's Nina Totenberg about Thursday's events and what lies ahead.

As Russia continues to relentlessly bomb Ukrainian cities, the task of delivering aid to civilians there is becoming more challenging.

Black saddle clubs are found across the country, from rodeos to street protests, including protests for George Floyd. Black cowboys and cowgirls have a rich history in helping to settle the West.

Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia arrived in Turkey in hopes of reaching an agreement to put an end to Russia's war in Ukraine. Ukraine is "ready" to discuss becoming a neutral country.

The Fed is likely to raise interest rates by a half-percentage point Wednesday, in an effort to crack down on inflation. It's the first rate hike of that size in more than two decades.

In 1940, author John Steinbeck and his friend Ed Ricketts, a marine biologist, sailed to the Sea of Cortez to document wildlife. Now scientists are re-tracing their route. The Radio Expeditions series joins them.

Paying $15 for a cup of coffee may sound alarming. Ozy.com co-founder Carlos Watson tells NPR's Arun Rath why some think it can be worth it. They also discuss a rising star on Portugal's soccer team.