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Why 1999 was such a big year for movies
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Brian Raftery, author of the book, Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen.
Unearthing legendary Baltimore jazz performances
New recordings of old jazz performances at Baltimore's now-closed Famous Ballroom are being released for the very first time.
What the Justice Clarence Thomas scandal says about ethics on the Supreme Court
by Domenico Montanaro
With news that Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas failed to disclose gifts of vacations, luxury experiences and business transactions, there is new scrutiny on the ethics governing the court.
Will interest rates drop? One economist radically changed his mind on the subject
by Greg Rosalsky
Economists are divided on the question of whether we will return to an era of low interest rates and low inflation. A prominent economist changed his mind on the subject.
Guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela continue to expand their sound on new album
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with the guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela about their new album, which features a full orchestra.
Supreme Court set to weigh in on availability of abortion pill mifepristone
The Supreme Court is expected to weigh in by midnight Friday on whether to allow an abortion pill to remain widely available.
Jimmy Butler connects over coffee with Bucks fan
Milwaukee local and coffee roaster Ryan Hoban made an unexpected connection with NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler over coffee this week.
U.S. makes evacuation plans to get embassy staff, but not all Americans, out of Sudan
by Jackie Northam
The White House says there are no plans to evacuate all Americans in Sudan as the fighting there tips into a second week.
Colorado startup says it has a viable smart gun that only shoots for registered user
by Ryan Lucas
The premise behind a smart gun is simple. Technology similar to what's in your smart phone only allows a registered user to unlock and fire it. A Colorado startup says its bringing one to market.