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Weekend Edition Saturday host Scott Simon takes note of two instances of sandwich throwing, aimed at the Australian prime minister.

The protests began small, over a government effort to build a shopping mall in a park in Istanbul, but after a violent crackdown on demonstrators, the protests have become some of the largest anti-government protests in recent memory.

More questions for the panel: Mount Effortless, Door-to-Shore Delivery.

Bill reads three news-related limericks: Checking Your Work, Skyhound, Grilled Salmonella.

The viral video shows an adorable toddler struggling with the thought of octopus in his gnocchi. We ask: How did you explain eating animals to your kids?

May was the deadliest month recorded by the United Nations since June 2008.

It's tranquil now, but forecasters predict an above-average six-month season with a good possibility of six major storms.

In light of the recent tornadoes that devastated Oklahoma, guest host Wade Goodwyn talks to author Lee Sandlin about the myths and practices of tornado preparedness over the decades. Sandlin is the author of Storm Kinds: The Untold History of America's First Tornado Chasers.

Guest host Wade Goodwyn speaks with James Fallows, national correspondent with The Atlantic. This week, they break down Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann's decision not to run for re-election. Plus, a look ahead to President Obama's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Tea Party favorite Ted Cruz, a freshman senator from Texas, has seen his star rise in recent months. His appearances at events like a big New York City fundraiser this week are fueling speculation about a presidential bid in 2016 — a move he's not ruling out.