Living Colour: Tiny Desk Concert
Did we really squeeze the big sound of Living Colour behind the Tiny Desk? Yes, we did. And, yet, the band lost none of its intensity.
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Brother to Bruh: How Gen Alpha slang has its origins in the 16th century
What was once another shortened way to call a friend "brother," the word "bruh" is now being used widely, especially by Gen Alpha kids, to address parents, express sadness, frustration, happiness and seemingly everything else under the sun.
NPR staffers pick their favorite fiction reads of 2025 so far
After long days focused on the facts, our newsroom reads a lot of fiction at home. We asked our NPR colleagues what they've enjoyed reading so far this year. Here's what they told us.
From streetwear to luxury fashion: How Virgil Abloh reshaped an industry
How did a streetwear-loving kid from Chicago become Louis Vuitton's artistic director in Paris? Critic Robin Givhan explores the rise of Virgil Abloh in her new book, Make It Ours.
Here are the nonfiction books NPR staffers have loved so far this year
A deep dive on gossip. Revolutionary history. A meditation on muscle. A closer look at the color blue. And memoirs galore. There's something for everyone on this nonfiction summer reading list.
Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II in London will feature a bridge reminiscent of her tiara
Foster + Partners architecture firm beat out four competitors to design the memorial, which will also feature statues of the queen and her husband, Prince Philip.
A new archeological discovery finds painted Roman frescoes in the heart of London
A remarkable archaeological find in the heart of London has revealed one of the most extensive collections of Roman frescoes ever found in the city.
6 new books out this week, including true stories of trailblazers
For many working adults, the summer can often feel the same as the rest of the year. So, maybe our idea of a "summer read" should encompass a wider swath of books? Here are a few out this week.
Sabrina Carpenter can crack a joke
Sabrina Carpenter's new song, "Manchild," shows that she's an artist who acts like more like a comic than a straightforward pop star.
In 'Trailblazer' Carol Moseley Braun talks about the high cost of being the first
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former U.S. Senator, Carol Moseley Braun, about her new memoir, "Trailblazer."