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Political tensions are rising in Egypt ahead of the presidential elections later in May. Deadly protests in the capital are jeopardizing the already fragile transition process that started a year ago after the ousting of former President Hosni Mubarak. Robert Siegel talks to Egyptian parliament member Amr Hamzawy for more.

It was a bloody day in the drug war for the Mexican city, which borders the United States.

When it comes to sprinting, Jamaica reigns supreme. And what, exactly, makes Jamaicans so fast? Some say it's in the food; others point to genetics. But let's start with the obvious: In Jamaica, kids really like to run.

These flowers are more than just pretty. They tell a story of life, death and friendship.

Tell Me More has regularly reached out to people of faith to hear how religion and spirituality affects our everyday lives. As host Michel Martin wraps up celebrations for the program's fifth anniversary, faith leaders of different traditions, backgrounds and generations offer their blessings for the next five years.

Sissy Spacek recounts some of her favorite memories from the sets of movies such as Coal Miner's Daughter, Badlands and Carrie in a new memoir, My Extraordinary Ordinary Life. Also, Julia Louis-Dreyfus talks about her roles in Seinfeld and Veep.

Host Scott Simon reads from listeners letters and delivers an update on last week's piece on the wrongful incarceration of Michael Morton.

The French presidential runoff is Sunday. Rivals President Nicolas Sarkozy and socialist candidate Francois Hollande represent two very different visions for their country. How the French choose will also have a big impact on Europe.

Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III are the top two picks in this year's NFL draft. Former Denver Broncos tight end Nate Jackson knows a thing or two about life in the limelight. He wrote an open letter to Luck and Griffin, and warned them that their "every breath will be a public affair."

The sunny singer-songwriter behind "I'm Yours" tells NPR's Guy Raz how he turned his own heartbreak into a record full of "peace, positivity, hope, happiness and celebration."