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Superorganism reaches into all the musical corners of the Earth on 'World Wide Pop'
Saturday, August 13, 2022
NPR's Daniel Estrin talks with Superorganism's singer, Orono, about the band's latest album, "World Wide Pop."
Happy Birthday, George Jetson? The internet thinks he was born on July 31, 2022
Sunday, July 31, 2022
According to memes circulating on the internet, July 31, 2022 may just be the birthday of the dopey patriarch from the vintage cartoon, The Jetsons.
Here's a pandemic pet you may not have considered: Rooftop crows
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Over the past several months, Rita J. King of New York City befriended a number of crows on her Manhattan rooftop. She explains how they've kept each other entertained during the pandemic.
How to plan for an unpredictable year
Sunday, January 02, 2022
We hear from a couple that just opened a restaurant, a groom planning a wedding, and a concert tour manager about how they are planning for an unpredictable year ahead.
Famed author Jodi Picoult novelizes the pandemic in new book 'Wish You Were Here'
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Picoult's pandemic-inspired story focusing on a character stranded in the Galápagos Islands highlights how events can change us — and offer perspective.
Katie Couric goes behind the scenes in the cutthroat world of morning TV news
Saturday, October 23, 2021
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the veteran broadcast journalist and former Today show anchor about her new memoir, Going There, which chronicles her decades in TV news as well as her personal life.
Looking back on Lulu Garcia-Navarro's long career at NPR
Sunday, October 17, 2021
An appreciation of NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro, who's leaving the network after 17 years.
Are You An Undecided Voter? Tell Us What You're Considering This Election
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
NPR wants to hear from people who are uncertain about which candidate they will be supporting this year.
Amid National Crises, Louisiana Mayor Fears His Decimated City Will Be Forgotten
Tuesday, September 01, 2020
Most buildings in Lake Charles, La., were damaged by Hurricane Laura. As the city tries to rebuild amid a global pandemic, Mayor Nic Hunter worries the country will look away.
After Laura, Learning How To Recover From A Hurricane During A Pandemic
Monday, August 31, 2020
Normal protocols for hurricane evacuation, aid distribution and recovery have been upended by the threat of the coronavirus.
'We Have Made Mistakes': Norway Cruise Company Reports COVID-19 Outbreak
Monday, August 03, 2020
Health officials worry the ship may have spread the coronavirus along Norway's coastline, according to reports.
One Year After Walmart Massacre, El Paso Mourns — At A Distance
Monday, August 03, 2020
Some mourners from Mexico reportedly have been unable to visit the city because of border restrictions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
Navy Investigating Video Of K-9 Attack Demonstration Using Kaepernick Jersey
Monday, August 03, 2020
Viral videos show dogs attacking a man in a Colin Kaepernick jersey at an event reportedly hosted by a Florida museum dedicated to Navy SEALs.
Rare Blue Lobster Fished Out Of An Ohio Red Lobster
Monday, July 27, 2020
The Akron Zoo has a new resident for its collection, courtesy of an observant employee at a Red Lobster restaurant.
Just Days Into Season, MLB Postpones 2 Games Due To Coronavirus Concerns
Monday, July 27, 2020
A Marlins-Orioles matchup and a Phillies-Yankees game have both been postponed while the league carries out additional testing. The league's heavily modified 2020 season started last week.
Most Vacations Are Off-Limits, But Not This Coronavirus Road Trip
Sunday, April 05, 2020
One way to stay safe but get somewhere too? Recreational vehicles are perfect for self-isolating at 70 mph. Rentals companies say RVs are still in demand, for travel or as isolated living spaces.
For Bob Marley's 75th Birthday, Ziggy Marley Reflects On His Father's Legacy
Saturday, February 08, 2020
Reggae's biggest ambassador would have turned 75 this week, had he not died four decades ago from cancer. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Ziggy Marley about his father's legacy.
How To Like Country Music, For The Uninitiated
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Many people have music they love, and whole genres they think they hate. Music writer Marissa Moss tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro why country music skeptics should give country a chance.
Exceptional But Not Famous: Tell Us About Someone You Lost in 2019
Friday, November 29, 2019
At the end of the year, NPR's Weekend Edition will feature stories of people in your lives who passed away in 2019.
What's Your Signature Song? Tell Us What It Means To You
Monday, July 01, 2019
Do you have a song you keep coming back to year after year or a song you always play? NPR's Weekend Edition wants to hear about the piece of music that has a particularly special meaning for you.