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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 political atmosphere of this year's state fair in Iowa
by Clay Masters
The Iowa State Fair is all about fun, food and frivolity. But every four years, it's also all about politics. Amid the tumultuous political environment, the fair takes a different tone in 2024.
The Perseid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how to watch
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
Videos by PragerU, a conservative media company, can be played in Florida classrooms
by Kerry Sheridan
Florida teachers are now able to use videos in class produced by the conservative online media company PragerU. Its founder admits indoctrination is its goal.
Wildfires continue in Maui: Thousands of displaced people will need housing
by Lauren Sommer
Hawaii's Gov. Josh Green says thousands of displaced people will need to be housed as firefighters continue to put out fires on Maui. The death toll stands at 55 and is expected to rise.
How Nicki Minaj took hip hop by storm in 2010
Nicki Minaj spent years hustling in the rap world before she even put out an album. Then in 2010, it all came together with a celebrated guest verse and a debut album that took hip hop by storm.
Johnny Hardwick of 'King of the Hill' dies at 64
Voice actor Johnny Hardwick, best known for his portrayal of Dale Gribble on King of the Hill, died at 64 years old.
What the new Artemis moon program represents for NASA's future
by Brendan Byrne
Four astronauts have met the spacecraft that will take them to the moon in NASA's new program, Artemis. The program represents a turning point in where NASA is heading and how it's getting there.
Parliament of the World's Religions hopes to show people the good that faith can do
by Jason DeRose
The Parliament of the World's Religions is about to begin in Chicago. The first Parliament took place in 1893 and is considered the beginning of the modern interfaith movement.
Stepping into critical campaign role, VP Harris reaches voters of color and women
by Asma Khalid
As the 2024 campaign gets underway, Vice President Harris is taking on a critical role making a series of trips to tout the president's message specifically to voters of color and women.