Unpacking the $10 billion sale of the LA Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that the team will be sold for $10 billion. Author and historian Jeff Pearlman explains what this means for the franchise and the sport of basketball.
Writer Rax King on her favorite book, 'Dancing Queen' by Lisa Carver
NPR's Juana Summers talks with writer Rax King about one of her favorite books, "Dancing Queen" by Lisa Carver.
Americans are under a lot of stress, but there are ways to manage it
Americans are understandably stressed and anxious about a range of things, such as inflation, politics and war. But psychologists say research offers a host of ways to manage anxiety.
Jan. 6 committee winds down with the release of its full report
After a probe that lasted over a year, the House panel investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack is winding down with the release of its full report, seen as one of its final duties.
Kevin McCarthy is still short votes to become Speaker. What could happen next?
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Associated Press congressional correspondent Lisa Mascaro about Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy's bid for speakership and how he plans to entice GOP holdouts.
Madrid students bring joy — and money — to people all over Spain
The traditional Spanish Christmas Lottery happens every Dec. 22. Madrid students bring joy, and sometimes a lot of money, to people all over Spain. Its top prize is known as "El Gordo."
Syrian refugees in Turkey face racist attacks and the fear of deportation
Syrian refugees found refuge in southern Turkey, even building businesses that help the local economy. But now the political winds are shifting, and many feel they're no longer welcome.
Ukrainian activist, former politician and mom looks back on a year of war
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Ukrainian activist Hanna Hopko about what 2022 has been like for her and her family living through the war.
Movie Review: 'Babylon'
Director Damien Chazelle's "Babylon" is a comically over-the-top look at scandal-ridden 1920s Hollywood. It's a celebration of an art form in turmoil as silent films give way to talkies.
El Paso prepares to move migrants ahead of winter storm
El Paso and other Texas cities are preparing to move migrants seeking asylum off the streets and into warm shelters as temperatures plummet below freezing.
In Wyoming, Gov. Mark Gordon warns of dangers from winter storm
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon about how the intense winter storm is affecting his state.
