A Rorschach test for America? Covering the military parade and a No Kings rally on the same day
Last weekend's military parade and No Kings rallies could be seen as an example of a DIVIDED America… a moment where our differences were placed in pretty stark relief. But reporting from both places on the same day… you see something different.
Country stores — a hallmark of rural life — deal with the challenge of inflation
Country stores are a hallmark of rural life. Many have survived for more than 100 years by learning to adapt. Today, they face a new challenge: inflation.
Encore: Composer John Williams and cellist Yo-Yo Ma assemble 'A Gathering of Friends'
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with renowned composer and conductor John Williams and cellist Yo-Yo Ma about their collaborative album, A Gathering of Friends. It celebrates Williams' 90th birthday.
Some Uber and Lyft drivers question whether its worth it as companies cut incentives
With inflation running high, more people are driving for Uber and Lyft. Uber's CEO said that lots of new drivers signing on, but over 70% of them say that cost of living is the main reason.
Queer bars are stepping up in the fight against monkeypox
As monkeypox continues to spread in the gay community, queer bars have become a place to get information about how to stay safe, without adding to rising stigma.
Nicole Mann will be the 1st Native woman in space
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with NASA astronaut Nicole Mann, a member of the Wailacki of the Round Valley Indian Tribes, who is going to be the first Native woman in space.
Defense argues against death penalty for Parkland gunman, who already pleaded guilty
In Florida, the defense began presenting its case in the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings. This trial will determine whether the gunman is executed or spends his life in prison.
A Kremlin-linked mercenary group is now openly recruiting for the war in Ukraine
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with mercenary expert Sean McFate about recent recruiting strategies by the Wagner Group due to Russian losses in Ukraine.
From warehouses to the frontlines: How Ukraine's forces are getting drones
Pound for pound, perhaps no piece of equipment is more valuable on the Ukrainian battlefield than lightweight, remote-controlled drones, which volunteers are bringing to the frontlines in the east.
Leaders of DC-area colleges on how they're teaming up to combat gun violence
A group of DC-area universities have formed an initiative to combat gun violence. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with the presidents of two participating schools: Gregory Washington and Patricia McGuire.
School is back in session in LA. Where are the students?
In Los Angeles, tens of thousands of students were absent on the first day of school. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with superintendent Alberto Carvahlo about the challenges ahead.