New Carlo Rovelli book challenges science's understanding of reality and the universe
In his latest book, the world-renowned physicist draws on science and philosophy to explore the notion that the…
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New book highlights the people and institutions that have become Trump's enablers
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with author Jacob Weisberg about his new book, "Profiles in Cowardice: A Study of…
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Meet 'The Weather Keeper' who lives in a lighthouse at the edge of the world
In 2021, a New York Times article titled "Monitoring the Weather at the Edge of the World" inspired a new picture book,…
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'Wait Wait' for September 12, 2026: With Not My Job guest Leslie Jones
This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with host Peter Sagal, special guest Leslie Jones and panelists Negin Farsad,…
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Sunday Puzzle: What rhymes with 'city?'
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and WAMC listener Allison…
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If the Emmys were up to us ...
The Pitt, Hacks, Widow's Bay and Pluribus are leading the Emmy nominations pack this year. Here's who we'll have our…
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Venice Film Festival ends with Golden Lion at stake after 'NAZA' draws record ovation
The documentary "NAZA," in which Israeli military insiders describe what they call the systemic killing of Palestinian…
Read at source →An Oregon nonprofit harvests fruit from backyards and parks for people in need
In the Portland area, one nonprofit harvests edible fruit from thousands of metro trees, shrubs and bushes and…
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24 new movies worth checking out this fall
A Social Network follow-up, the real-life origin story of the movie Rocky, and more movies our critics are looking…
Read at source →How Gillian Anderson opened her mind to desires that go far beyond a person's sex life
Gillian Anderson is known for her work in X-Files and The Crown. But her role in Sex Education convinced her that she…
Read at source →Two Juilliard students created a global art project in the wake of 9/11
Sing for Hope, which creates artist-decorated pianos and puts them in public spaces for everyone to enjoy, started…
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'Practical Magic 2' can't break the curse of the Hollywood sequel
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock return, playing witchy sisters living under a centuries-old family spell. Practical…
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What to watch this fall: Here are 16 TV shows we're looking forward to
An East of Eden adaptation, a reboot of A Different World, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson playing (possible)…
Read at source →Sandra Bullock on 'Practical Magic 2' and the spell the original film has on fans
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman starred in the 1998 film "Practical Magic," which has since become an "occult" hit.…
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Sandra Bullock on 'Practical Magic 2' and why the original still casts a spell
Nearly 30 years after Practical Magic, Sandra Bullock returns to Sally Owens with a deeper understanding of grief,…
Read at source →After a bicycle crash, some motorcyclists stopped to help
A photojournalist was stuck, injured and without cell service, after he crashed into a boulder on his bicycle in…
Read at source →How television and literature wrestled with 9/11
Over the past 25 years, books and television series have reflected the events and fallout from 9/11 in both direct and…
Read at source →How the Sept. 11 attacks remade life in America
In Homeland: The War on Terror in American Life, Richard Beck links the attacks to an expansion of government…
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It's 2031, and the U.S. has 'come undone' in Emily St. John Mandel's 'Exit Party'
Exit Party presents an arresting vision of a world in which time is porous and people are duplicated. Like Mandel's…
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Colin Kaepernick talks about his new memoir, 'The Perilous Fight'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former NFL player, author and activist Colin Kaepernick about his new memoir, "The…
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Colin Kaepernick reflects on Jay-Z 'disappointing' him, losing the NFL and finding his power
A decade after taking a knee, Colin Kaepernick has no regrets and is reflecting on his life in his new memoir, The…
Read at source →The legacy that Smithsonian head Lonnie Bunch leaves
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced Tuesday that he's retiring at the end of the year. Bunch says his timing…
Read at source →Smithsonian Secretary on his retirement and the future of the organization
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Lonnie G. Bunch, III, the Smithsonian Secretary, who announced he is retiring after 38…
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Smithsonian chief Lonnie G. Bunch III resigns
Bunch has spent the last few months defending the Smithsonian against attacks from President Trump. In a statement,…
Read at source →'The Great Refusal' author Casey Gerald says ruining his reputation saved his life
A decade ago, Gerald was a rising star, a Yale and Harvard graduate running a celebrated nonprofit. Then he shut it all…
Read at source →Netflix's 'SCTV' is a treasure trove of underdog humor
Second City TV was a low-budget sketch comedy show that came out of Canada in the mid-1970s and aired until 1984.…
Read at source →A screenwriter claims her idea for what became the TV series 'Yellowstone' was stolen
A screenwriter is suing a major Hollywood television producer, alleging that her screenplay and ideas were stolen and…
Read at source →Looking back on Ms., Gloria Steinem's feminist magazine that scared off advertisers
Gloria Steinem founded Ms. Magazine in 1971 as a national voice for the feminist movement. Its groundbreaking coverage…
Read at source →For the women on this Colorado softball team, play has no age limit
A women's softball team in Colorado boasts players with lots of experience: the youngest is 60 and the oldest is 92.
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Sunday Puzzle: SPA Day
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and KHPR listener Momo Brennan…
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'Wait Wait' for September 5, 2026: Live in Ohio with Maggie Smith!
This week, Wait Wait is live in Huber Heights, Ohio with host Peter Sagal, special guest Maggie Smith and panelists…
Read at source →British actor Bill Nighy on season 2 of his 'Ill-Advised' podcast
British actor Bill Nighy's podcast, "ill-advised," billed as a "refuge for the clumsy and the awkward" kicks off its…
Read at source →British actor Bill Nighy on season 3 of his 'Ill-Advised' podcast
British actor Bill Nighy's podcast, "ill-advised," billed as a "refuge for the clumsy and the awkward" kicks off its…
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If you prefer puzzles to doomscrolling, here are 5 great games to check out
NPR's Linda Holmes is a daily puzzle devotee. She recommends games that will test your knowledge of geography, history,…
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40 years later, 'The Baby-Sitters Club' is still helping readers see themselves
Ann M. Martin's beloved series has influenced generations of readers. We're still asking: Which babysitter are you?
Read at source →Musician Sara Bareilles talks about the importance of crying in her life
On Wild Card, famous guests answer questions that we don't always talk about. Musician Sara Bareilles talks about the…
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