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American scientists sometimes complain that they are underfunded and underappreciated. But compared to researchers other countries, they have it pretty good. In Russia, for instance, one physics experiment has been attacked by thieves trying to steal precious metals. In this week's science wrap-up NPR's David Kestenbaum took a look at happenings overseas.

NPR's Don Gonyea reports from Cincinnati on the bus campaign tour that George W. Bush is taking on his way to the convention. Governor Bush has been met by enthusiastic crowds of supporters in Ohio. Today he'll attend rallies in Dayton and Columbus.

NPR's Senior News Analyst Daniel Schorr explains why he will not be attending the upcoming political conventions.

Puzzle master Will Shortz quizzes one of our listeners, and has a challenge for everyone at home. (This week's winner is Katie Smith from Cary, North Carolina. She listens to Weekend Edition on member station WUNC, Chapel Hill.)

From Cleveland, NPR's Brian Naylor reports on plans for Al Gore and the Democratic agenda. The Democrats have two weeks to craft their positions before their convention begins in Los Angeles.

He used to be known as Cat Stevens — and his recordings from the 1970's are being rereleased on CD to mark the 30th anniversary of his 1st American hits. In 1977, he embraced the Islamic faith and turned his back on the music industry. He was denounced for his reported support of the Ayatollah Khomeni's death decree against novelist Salman Rushdie, and just this month, he was not allowed to enter Israel for his reported support of Hamas. Yusuf Islam tells Liane his side of the story, and about his life and faith.

Lisa Simeone reports from Baltimore, where a community group has come together to stage a synchronized swimming event loosely-based on the story of Antony and Cleopatra.

As George W. Bush looks forward to being nominated for the Republican ticket, Weekend Edition Sunday Popular Culture Commentator Steven Stark discusses the history of family dynasties in American politics.

Weekend Edition's resident satirists, The Montana Logging and Ballet Company, offer a few "lessons" we can learn from Big Business.

NPR's Rob Gifford takes a visit to a summer camp for overweight children in Shanghai China. The opening of American fast-food restaurants, and only children who are spoiled with sugary treats, have resulted in an explosion of obese children.