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Why 1999 was such a big year for movies
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Brian Raftery, author of the book, Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen.
The booming African art scene congregates at the biggest art fair in West Africa
by Emmanuel Akinwotu
The biggest art fair in West Africa draws artists and curators alike to build on the success of African art in the region and beyond.
Beirut's Zach Condon on drawing inspiration from the dark winters of Norway
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Zach Condon, the creative force behind the band Beirut, about his new album Hadsel, and drawing inspiration from the dark winter of arctic Norway.
The Puteketeke bird has been elected as New Zealand's Bird of the Century
The Puteketeke bird has been elected as New Zealand's Bird of the Century after John Oliver promoted the bird not just on his show, but around the world.
HBCUs recruit international athletes for tennis. Some are calling it into question
by Julien Virgin
When it come to tennis, many historically Black colleges and universities recruit international players, despite growth in the sport among African Americans
Cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto has had a hand in this year's biggest blockbusters
by Mandalit del Barco
The cinematographer responsible for both Barbie and Killers of the Flower Moon is a shoo-in for an Oscar nomination, if not a win.
U.S. Diplomats and aid staff are objecting to U.S. policy in the Middle East
by Michele Kelemen
Dozens of U.S. diplomats and aid experts have been expressing dissent over US policy in the Middle East.
This national report says climate change is making life harder for Americans
by Alejandra Borunda
The National Climate Assessment is the most consequential U.S. climate report. Released every five years, it analyzes how climate change impacts every aspect of our lives.
It's been a year since Southwest's epic meltdown. What's changed?
by Joe Hernandez
A major blizzard last December forced Southwest Airlines to cancel more than 16,000 flights, stranding passengers across the country. But the airline says this year is different.
Falling gas prices are helping cool inflation
by Scott Horsley
Inflation cooled last month, as falling gasoline prices helped to offset rising rents. News of a smaller-than-expected jump in the cost-of-living triggered a rally on Wall Street.
This trans college athlete is being faced with an impossible decision
by Laine Kaplan-Levenson
The story of one trans college athlete who is being forced to choose between continuing his gender-affirming medical care and playing the sport he loves.
Scientists are beginning to understand how long COVID symptoms affect the brain
by Jon Hamilton
Many symptoms of long COVID are related to the brain. Now scientists are beginning to understand why brain fog, fatigue, and pain can linger for years after a person was infected.