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Fans in Los Angeles went wild when Argentina won the men's World Cup after an eventful final match against France. It was Argentina's first world championship since 1986.

Edward P. Sullivan had been transferred out of the unit after the case against Sen. Ted Stevens fell apart. He's "been vindicated," his lawyer says.

The spinoff of the billionaire's space tourism venture Virgin Galactic had recently cut 85% of its staff and is seeking a buyer. The move comes after a failed rocket launch from the U.K. in January.

Canadian writer Annabel Lyon has a special gift when it comes to time travel. Her new novel The Sweet Girl carries us back to ancient Greece, where a teenage girl learns from her philosopher father and fights for her safety in a dangerous world. Reviewer Alan Cheuse says the novel is a triumph.

The ball was used in the infamous quarterfinal match between Argentina and England at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City. It's expected to sell for as much as $3.6 million.

Tye Tribbett brings his high energy praise music to the Tiny Desk in a set of six inspiring songs.

It's not just for breakfast anymore: Rich, savory bacon enhances chocolate chip cookies, cakes and other sweets. And why make ordinary fudge for the holidays? Make it extraordinary — with peanut butter and, of course, maple-smoked bacon.

A recent report on the state of heavy metal music prompted a flurry of listener e-mail. One listener wrote that NPR was assaulting its audience by playing such music. Metalheads objected en masse. Stay tuned to hear the result — in rhymed couplets.

One of the seminal figures of the punk era has passed away. Malcolm McLaren was a British artist, promoter, fashion designer and musician. He also gave the influential band the "Sex Pistols" their name. He died of cancer at the age of 64.