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Looking back on the life and legacy of sculptor Richard Serra
by Chloe Veltman
The great American sculptor died on Tuesday at his home in New York on the North Fork of Long Island. He was 85.
What to know about Argentina's eccentric, conservative new president-elect
by Carrie Kahn
An ultra-conservative economist, known for his temper and eccentricities, will take over Argentina's presidency in December amidst one of the worst economic downturns in decades.
An appeals court has struck down a key path for enforcing the Voting Rights Act
by Hansi Lo Wang
A federal appeals court has struck down the main path for enforcing a key set of Voting Rights Act protections for people of color. The new ruling out of Arkansas sets up a likely Supreme Court fight.
Rosalynn Carter's legacy
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has died at age 96. Host Scott Detrow talks to journalist Judy Woodruff about her life and legacy.
Pope Francis: Climate activist?
Pope Francis will attend next month's COP28, making him the first pontiff to attend the annual UN climate conference. It's part of his wider effort to make climate action central to his papacy.
New challenges lie ahead for Israeli military
by Peter Kenyon
Israeli military experts see a long, hard road ahead for Israel in the war in Gaza, both for the military and Palestinian civilians.
In Latvia, Ukrainian refugees find help from Russians
by Philip Reeves
Latvia has become a refuge for people fleeing both Russia and Ukraine. Their encounters in their temporary home are complex.
Chat GPT-maker Open AI fires founder Sam Altman
by Bobby Allyn
ChatGPT-maker Open AI has pushed out its co-founder and CEO Sam Altman after a review found he was "not consistently candid in his communications" with the board of directors.
Batkid 10 years later
by Scott Detrow
Ten years ago, Miles Davis was a cancer patient who transformed into the black-clad superhero Batkid for a day. Now free of cancer, Davis recently celebrated his 15th birthday.
How to make the most out of 'Friendsgiving'
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson about the joys of Friendsgiving and how to make the most of that popular alt holiday for celebrating with close friends.