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Composers reimagined some of the most iconic 'Final Fantasy' songs in 'Rebirth'
by Vincent Acovino
A big part of what makes the Final Fantasy franchise so beloved is its score. Rebirth's composers aimed to make music that pleases fans of the original while trying something new and surprising.
Jurors for Trump's hush money trial have been selected. Now they have to be kept safe
As Trump's high-profile hush money case moves forward, the court is also grappling with an issue that has become a regular and concerning feature of Trump's many trials — how to keep jurors safe.
The story of an American man whose wife is being detained by China's secret police
by Emily Feng
China's feared state security ministry has been more public and more powerful in its quest to suppress internal dissent and monitor foreign activity.
India's six-week long elections started today
by Diaa Hadid
Nearly a billion people start going to the polls in India Friday, as the worlds largest democracy starts its mammoth election.
On NBA playoff eve, broadcaster Ernie Johnson Weighs in on the NBA season thus far
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with hall of fame broadcaster Ernie Johnson, host of Inside the NBA, about the new faces of the NBA chasing championship hopes in this changing of the guard post-season.
Republican Congressman Mike Lawler discusses foreign aid package
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Congressman Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., about the foreign aid package that the House is finally considering after massive efforts from Speaker Mike Johnson.
What Taylor Swift's cultural impact looks like to fans
Taylor Swift's new album "The Tortured Poets Department" is out today. But there's more to Swift than just her music. NPR's All Things Considered examines her cultural impact.
Diving into Taylor Swift's 'Tortured Poets Department'
by Hazel Cills
In the middle of a worldwide tour that has grossed more than one billion dollars, Taylor Swift has released her 11th album. It's called The Tortured Poets Department.
What's been going on with the Marines' uniforms
by Jay Price
Marines are famously meticulous about their uniforms. But for more than a year, they haven't always been able to wear the ones they're supposed to.
Youngest Lennon and McCarthy sons collab on a new song
It's bound to catch some attention when a new Lennon-McCartney collab drops in 2024 — only this time, it's not John and Paul but their youngest sons, Sean Ono Lennon and James McCartney.
Gaza cease-fire resolutions roil U.S. local communities
by Jim Zarroli
As local elected officials continue to face pressure to pass resolutions calling for an end to the fighting in Gaza, some aren't sure how or whether to take a stand at all.