Morning Edition
Weekdays 5:00-9:00am
6:51: Marketplace Morning Report
8:51: Marketplace Morning Report
Waking up is hard to do, but it's easier with NPR's Morning Edition. Hosts Renee Montagne, Steve Inskeep, and David Greene bring the day's stories and news to radio listeners on the go. Morning Edition provides news in context, airs thoughtful ideas and commentary, and reviews important new music, books, and events in the arts. All with voices and sounds that invite listeners to experience the stories.
Transgender rights advocates are celebrating a major legal victory
A federal appeals court has ruled health insurance plans need to cover gender-affirming surgeries. Trans people in West Virginia and North Carolina sued to get the coverage.
People Around The World Are Taking Extreme Measures To Get A COVID Vaccine
by Farah Yousry
People from countries with limited vaccine access are traveling thousands of miles to the U.S. to try to get a shot. Most people, however, don't have the luxury to be able to travel to the U.S.
Scientists In Germany Have Success Potty Training A Herd of Cows
When the cows pee in a designated area, it can be treated to make it less harmful to the environment. Scientists say 11 out of 16 cows learned to use the "MooLoo" when they had to go.
With The New Album 'Dawn,' Yebba Sheds Old Beliefs
by Sam Sanders
Singer-songwriter Yebba is out with her debut album, Dawn, named after her late mom. She describes the emotional toll she suffered making the album.
Philippine President Duterte Is Being Investigated By An International Court
The International Criminal Court formally authorized an investigation into the anti-drug war of President Rodrigo Duterte. Human rights defenders and families of victims claim it as a victory.
Pittsburgh Wants You To See Constellations When You Look Up At The Night Sky
The Pittsburgh City Council will start implementing a plan to fight light pollution over the next two years. Scientists say light pollution in cities can make groups of stars hard to see.
Olympic Gold Medalist Usain Bolt Is Going For Gold In The Music Industry
Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt has released his first album: Country Yutes. It is a mixture of reggae, afrobeats and dancehall music. Plus some ballads. Is there a gold record in his future?
Australian Researchers Name Shimmering Rainbow Fly In Honor Of RuPaul
This newly named fly species is known for its bright, shimmering colors. It'll be known as Opaluma rupaul — named after iconic drag queen RuPaul.
Newly Discovered Tennessee Williams Story Is Finally Published
The Strand Magazine is publishing the lost Tennessee Williams story: The Summer Woman. NPR's Noel King talks to managing editor Andrew Gulli about the previously unpublished story.
Justice Department Wants Texas To Immediately Halt Enforcement Of Its Abortion Ban
The Justice Department is seeking to temporarily stop enforcement of the new Texas law that effectively bans most abortions in the state. The department is already suing to block the law altogether.
Deadly Texas Bridge Collapse Was Overshadowed By 9/11 Attacks
by John Burnett
On Sept 15, 2001, a causeway bridge leading from Port Isabel to South Padre Island collapsed and killed eight people. Twenty years later, survivors and rescuers can talk about it for the first time.