Neil Gaiman has responded to sexual misconduct allegations The accusations stretch back decades and first became public last summer. Gaiman wrote, "I'm far from a perfect person, but I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever." Elizabeth Blair
Five things we learn about Pope Francis from his new memoir In Pope Francis' autobiography Hope he reiterates themes of his papacy like hatred of war and unchecked capitalism, and a desire for the Catholic Church to be seen as a field hospital, not a fortress. Daniel Burke
Beloved Seattle restaurant makes a comeback through city's new ownership program The city recently launched a program to provide a path for business owners also to own their space. Ruby de Luna
Swing Day held to honor performers who step in to fill roles at the last minute On Broadway and national tours, the performers who substitute for various chorus members at the drop of a hat are known as "swings." Wednesday is designated "National Swing Day" in their honor. Jeff Lunden
Bid on the bard: Auction features historic items from Bob Dylan's life The lot includes about 50 items and features early handwritten drafts for Dylan's hit "Mr. Tambourine Man" as well as photographs, posters and a signed harmonica. Manuela López Restrepo
Before you give up on your New Year's resolutions, check out these tips to reset It's mid-January, which means some of those New Years resolutions might have fall off, already. NPR's Life Kit host Marielle Segarra gives tips for giving your goals a reset. Marielle Segarra
What a physician taught a nurse-in-training about treating terminal patients On this week's "My Unsung Hero" from Hidden Brain, years ago, when Kimberly Godsey was training to become a nurse practitioner, a physician taught her what to do when he discovered a terminal illness.
Leslie Charleson, who starred on 'General Hospital' for nearly 50 years, dies at 79 Colleagues are remembering the soap opera star for her "quick wit" and presence on set. She died after a long illness. Isabella Gomez Sarmiento
Oscar nominations are delayed again as fires burn on in Los Angeles Oscar nominations had already been delayed once due to the fires raging in Los Angeles. The ceremony itself remains scheduled for early March. Mandalit del Barco
Comedy is journalism, says Roy Wood Jr., from 'The Daily Show' to CNN A good comedian has to "know what regular people are going through," he says. In his new Hulu special, Lonely Flowers, Wood riffs on how isolation has sent society spiraling. Tonya Mosley
