Humans and dogs compete for glory at the World Championships of Dry Land Mushing It's dirt trails, not snow, at the World Championships of Dry Land Mushing. Humans and canines race for the top prize at the championships, held for the first time in the United States. Katie Thoresen
The White House movie theater demolition ends a storied era in presidential history The vintage movie venue was destroyed this week as part of the Trump administration's plan to build a new $300 million ballroom. Former President Bill Clinton called it the office's "best perk." Chloe Veltman
First, came the Louvre heist. Then came the memes From brands and influencers to a viral "Inspector Clouseau," the world's most glamorous theft is also quickly becoming one of the year's most profitable memes. Rebecca Rosman
Picasso portrait of muse Dora Maar, long hidden from view, sells for $37 million "Bust of a Woman with a Flowered Hat," a vividly hued Picasso portrait of longtime muse and partner Dora Maar, had remained hidden from public view for more than eight decades. The Associated Press
Drone photo winners will amaze your eyeballs: From a high-up horseman to a holy river The dazzling aerial photos honored by the 2025 Siena awards offer "new ways of seeing familiar places," as one judge puts it. Kamala Thiagarajan
Coffee-driven deforestation is making it harder to grow coffee, watchdog group says In Brazil's coffee-producing areas, more than 42,000 square miles of forest have disappeared over about two decades, says Coffee Watch. Deforestation leads to drought, which harms crop yields. James Doubek
It's been a rollercoaster few years for Six Flags. Can Travis Kelce help? Travis Kelce is teaming up with activist investors in hopes of transforming the embattled theme park operator Six Flags. No word yet on a Taylor Swift-themed rollercoaster. Rachel Treisman
Boo to spooky chocolate prices! It's the year of chewy, fruity Halloween treats Sales of non-chocolate candy are growing faster than those of chocolate. With cocoa in shortage, manufacturers are changing pack sizes, adding fillers and dipping candy in "white creme." Alina Selyukh
Here's what experts say 'A House of Dynamite' gets wrong (and right) about nuclear war Some praised realistic elements like the depiction of the White House situation room. But others said parts of the plot didn't ring true. Geoff Brumfiel
A few things to consider before committing a museum heist With the theft of valuable jewels from The Louvre this week, NPR looks into the economic imperatives for going to the trouble of stealing artifacts from museums. Chloe Veltman
