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'Grandmother of Juneteenth' celebrates freedom, 2.5 miles at a time
Opal Lee is known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talked with her in 2024 about her activism, and her hopes for the future.
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The view from Beirut hours into latest ceasefire
Just hours into the ceasefire, we check on Lebanon to see if this delicate agreement is actually holding.
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Scottish 'Tartan Army' drinks Boston dry
Scottish soccer fans have taken over Boston to watch the World Cup. The Tartan Army, as they are called, brought their Scottish traditions with them:…
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Chicago celebrates Obama Presidential Center opening, but community concerns persist
Some supporters view the Obama Presidential Center as a welcomed investment in a historically underserved area, while long-time residents and communi…
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In a New York district, a fight for the future of the left
Rep. Nydia Velázquez's retirement has opened up a competitive primary in a New York City Congressional district. The race to replace her is a proxy b…
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Cape Verde's goalie, the overnight sensation
On any given week, there could be a main character that the internet is obsessed with. Right now, it's the Cape Verde team's goal keeper – Josimar Jo…
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In his latest album, Baauer wants to bring 'U' joy
With his latest album U, Baauer aims to inject good vibes into the world. It's a sunny collage of disco, house, breakbeats and more, influenced by th…
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A new study rewrites the history of the plague
A new study looks at one of the most prolific pathogens in human history — the plague.
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Writer David Sedaris says there's a radio drama that reminds him how lucky he is
On Wild Card, famous guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Writer David Sedaris talks about a radio drama t…
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U.S.–Iran talks are put on hold as fighting escalates in Lebanon
Peace talks between the U.S. and Iran scheduled to take place Friday were postponed due to continued Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
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