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On July 4th, Are You A Thrill- Or Chill-Seeker?
Episode 1300
Independence Day is approaching! Imagine in a few days, someone has procured illegal fireworks from a couple of states over. Are you:
A) first in line…
10 months ago
RFK Jr.'s New Vaccine Advisors Signal Big Changes
Episode 1299
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Policy, an influential CDC committee that shapes U.S. vaccine policy, has become a flashpoint in recent weeks.…
10 months ago
Aha! The Power Of A Short Rest
Episode 1298
Since 2004, scientific research has shown that a full night of sleep may lend itself to a burst of insight in the morning. But what about the earlier…
10 months, 1 week ago
When Eavesdropping Pays Off
Episode 1297
Why did the ornithologist strap a taxidermy badger to a remote controlled car and drive it around the prairie? To interrogate the secret world of ani…
10 months, 1 week ago
Does It Feel Like Mosquitoes Are Getting Worse?
Episode 1296
Mosquitoes are the deadliest animal on the planet, and some of them may be on the rise. At least in listener Abigail Krich-Starr's area, that's due t…
10 months, 1 week ago
The Power Grid Problem
Episode 1295
The U.S.'s power grid — a nearly 100-year-old network of electrical circuits — is facing increased demand and weather-related stress. What will it t…
10 months, 1 week ago
What Makes South Korea's 'Super Divers' Special?
Episode 1294
For generations, the all-female Haenyeo divers have routinely dove into frigid waters off the coast of South Korea, holding their breath for minutes …
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Emotions Run High For Sports Fans
We are in the thick of multiple sports seasons: the NBA finals are happening, and baseball and soccer are in full swing. For devoted fans, emotions c…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Trump Wants A Missile Defense System Like Israel's
Episode 1292
Since last week, Israel has been attacking Iran's nuclear facilities, along with many other targets around the country. Iran has fired hundreds of mi…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Why Weed's Signature Scent Has Changed Over Time
Episode 1291
The skunky smell of cannabis may be going out of style. NPR's science correspondent Pien Huang visited the grow facility for District Cannabis, which…
10 months, 2 weeks ago