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Unpacking the truth of antisemitism on college campuses
Colleges have become a flashpoint in discussions about rising antisemitism. But some on those campuses say the alarm from politicians and groups distorts reality and their motives should be examined.
NPR staff and contributors list their favorite 2022 games
by James Mastromarino
From 'Elden Ring' to 'Immortality,' 2022 delivered long-anticipated titles and ambitious indie games. NPR asked staff and contributors to list their favorites.
How much of a battleground state will Georgia be in the future?
by Sam Gringlas
With the decisive win of Sen. Raphael Warnock in Georgia's runoff election, Republicans and Democrats are looking to the state and wondering just how much of a battleground it will be moving forward.
New Zealand cracks down on lighting up
New Zealand enacted one of the strictest anti-smoking laws in the world. But how effective will it be?
Encore: Why Margrethe Vestager is Silicon Valley's most prominent antagonist
by Bobby Allyn
The European Union's top tech regulator has overseen the passage of sweeping privacy and competition regulations, and has spearheaded more than half a dozen legal cases against Big Tech.
Tens of thousands of U.K. public sector workers are striking
by Frank Langfitt
Tens of thousands of public sector workers — including rail workers and mail carriers — are striking December, in the largest series of labor actions the U.K. has seen in more than a decade.
Qatar made a carbon-neutral World Cup pledge. But is it possible?
NPR's Ari Shaprio speaks with Associated Press reporter Suman Naishadham about Qatar's ambitious carbon-neutral World Cup pledge and whether it's possible.
Movie Review: 'Avatar: The Way of Water'
by Bob Mondello
Filmmaker James Cameron's sequel to the biggest worldwide box office hit of all time, "Avatar: The Way of Water," has been in the works for more than a decade.
Oregon Department of Justice reaches a settlement with Monsanto for PCB contamination
by Cassandra Profita
Oregon's Department of Justice has reached a nearly $700 million settlement with Monsanto for PCB contamination. It's the largest environment-related settlement in the state's history.
Encore: Samara Joy's album, 'Linger Awhile,' receives two Grammy nominations
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with jazz singer Samara Joy, who recently took to the legendary Blues Alley Club stage in Washington. Her album, "Linger Awhile," received two Grammy nominations.
Brazilian singer Anitta has her sights set on global stardom
by Carrie Kahn
Singer Anitta has achieved Brazilian stardom, and now she has her sights set on global stardom.
How 2022 has gone for President Biden
by Mara Liasson
As 2022 begins to wind down, NPR takes a look at how the year has gone for President Biden.
Eight out of 10 Americans believe the U.S. faces a threat to democracy
by Domenico Montanaro
Eight out of 10 Americans believe the U.S. faces a threat to democracy but disagree on what is causing it. The final NPR/PBS Newshour/Marist poll of 2022 reveals insights into public opinion.