Raygun and Australian officials speak out against ‘hate’ over Olympic breaking
Not many early-round exits at the Olympics trigger conspiracy theories, fact-checkers, a week’s worth of memes and an online petition.
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From the Olympics to endangered wildlife, add these podcasts to your playlist
Back-to-school season has arrived and you'll need some new podcasts to add to your carpool playlist. The NPR One team has gathered a few returning favorites as well as some fresh releases from across public media.
Harris’ plan for groceries and housing. And, the race to win 'song of the summer'
Vice President Harris is set to focus on grocery store prices and housing costs in her economic plan. And, these songs are vying for the unofficial title of "song of the summer."
'Alien: Romulus' is another franchise movie that brings more nostalgia than novelty
The latest installment of the "Alien" series is an efficient and reasonably entertaining thriller. But dwelling too obsessively on the past won't guarantee a franchise's future.
Keyon Harrold: Tiny Desk Concert
The artist brings his musical family together across jazz, R&B and hip-hop to the Tiny Desk.
Audiobooks are doing better than ever. Just ask Harper Collins
Harper Collins' earnings indicate audio books sales have been growing by an enormous amount -- overtaking ebooks.
Elliot Page’s new movie explores the relationship between a trans man and his family
NPR's Leila Fadel talks with actor Elliot Page as he makes his return to the big screen in "Close to You." The film tells the story of a trans man reuniting with his family.
‘Washington Post’ reviews star columnist Taylor Lorenz's 'war criminal' jab at Biden
The Washington Post is reviewing star tech columnist Taylor Lorenz's private chat in which she posted a photo of herself near President Biden — and the caption "war criminal."
Walz's or Walzs'? The apostrophe debate takes the stage today
Thursday, Aug. 15, is International Apostrophe Day. It couldn’t have come at a more perfect time. amid confusion over the possessive name of the Democratic candidates for president and vice president.
Peter Marshall, 'Hollywood Squares' host and Broadway star, dies at 98
Peter Marshall, the actor and singer turned game show host who played straight man to the stars for 16 years on “The Hollywood Squares,” has died. He was 98.