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NPR's series on new religious movements looks at the popularity of Wicca, or witchcraft, among young people. Teens seem to be drawn to Wicca because, among other reasons, it can be tailored to individual needs. Some of the teens' parents are Wiccans themselves. Other parents are alarmed that their children are practicing witchcraft. NPR's Barbara Bradley Hagerty reports.

Research suggests less than 5 percent of students at America's top colleges and universities come from low-income families. Many of these elite institutions recognize the problem and are taking steps to boost economic diversity on campus -- such as offering full scholarships for underprivileged students. NPR's Anthony Brooks reports.

Instead of selling tickets to the general public, organizers announced Monday that they would invite groups of spectators to attend the games in person.

For sculptor Kendall Buster, there is no distinction between art and science. Trained as a microbiologist, she explores the forms and landscapes seen in a microscope lens through her giant sculptures. NPR's Neda Ulaby reports.

A new poll shows President Bush losing support in 17 so-called "battleground" states among a key constituency: rural voters. Those states, which Mr. Bush carried in 2000 thanks to overwhelming support in rural counties, are considered too close to call in the November presidential election. NPR's Howard Berkes reports.

An entry for the Kentucky Broadcasters Association Impact awards in the Continuing Coverage category

The recall affects the store's Threshold Glass Jar Candles in multiple sizes. Target received 137 reports of the candle jar cracking and breaking during use, including six injuries.

"I am coming to you. You will explode in a few minutes." Some are saying that threat, received by U.S. Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz, may not have come from Iranian ships. David Brown, managing editor at Navy Times, reports that some blame the so-called "Filipino Monkey," a heckler or group of hecklers responsible for renegade radio chatter in the Persian Gulf for the last 25 years.

Embattled World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz has resigned, in a move that will take effect in June. Until then, he is on administrative leave. Pressure on Wolfowitz to step down has grown since the release of a report on his handling of a 2005 pay raise for his girlfriend — also a bank employee.

Co-host Ari Shapiro reports on Wednesday's rescue operation that freed 15 hostages from a Colombian rebel group.