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Hiring slowed in April. The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs
April's job growth was down from the previous month, according to a new Labor Department report. The unemployment rate rose slightly, from 3.8% to 3.9%, but remains low by historical standards.
We all know the debate about pineapple on pizza — but what about pickles?
A review of pizza trends by delivery app Slice has new data. The report predicts that pickles — most often served on pizzas topped with garlic sauce — will continue to grow in popularity.
New Mexico may become the first state to have an official aroma
A bill would make "green chilis roasting in the fall" its signature scent. A state fiscal report says the move might increase tourism to New Mexico by drawing visitors away from Colorado.
Damour's guide to helping parents understand teenagers' intense emotional lives
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with phycologist Lisa Damour about her book: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable and Compassionate Adolescents.
To be a happier worker, exercise your social muscle
by Rhitu Chatterjee
The pandemic spotlighted the connection between work and well-being. A way to boost happiness at work is stronger connections with colleagues. (Story aired on All Things Considered on Feb. 18, 2023.)
A suspect is arrested in the killing of a Catholic bishop in Los Angeles County
by Adrian Florido
Police in Los Angeles have arrested a suspect in the killing of David O'Connell, a Catholic bishop remembered as a peacemaker who worked in gang-plagued neighborhoods of South LA.
Dissidence is dangerous in Russia. Can we measure true reaction to Putin's speech?
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Johns Hopkins professor Sergey Radchenko about how Russian President Vladimir Putin's speech will be received by Russian citizens.
Putin addresses his nation as Russia's invasion of Ukraine nears the 1-year mark
Russian President Putin addresses his nation three days before the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the day after President Biden's unannounced visit to Ukraine's capital Kyiv.
Why hybrids are more popular than EVs — even if they aren't quite as splashy
by Camila Domonoske
Electric vehicles are all the rage these days. But hybrids — the kind without a plug — are much more popular with buyers. There's a new Prius, popular SUVs, pickups — and even a hybrid Corvette.
Morning news brief
President Biden gives a speech in Poland. Facebook and Instagram launch a subscription verification service. The Supreme Court hears two cases this week that could mean big changes for social media.
Millions who get SNAP food assistance are about to see a reduction in their benefits
by Allison Aubrey
Millions of Americans next month will see a decrease in federal food assistance. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that were boosted during the pandemic are going away.