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A Texas park that closed during peak border crossings has reopened
More than a year after the state of Texas seized Shelby Park in the border city of Eagle Pass at the peak of illegal border crossings, the park has reopened to the public.
NPR Listeners Give Thanks To Their Favorite Musicians
NPR listeners tell us about a musician they are grateful for in 2016 — from legendary singers Prince, Sharon Brown and Leonard Cohen, to pop-gospel musician Shaina Taub.
College Football Fans Abroad Prepare For Thanksgiving Weekend Games
There's no day bigger than the Saturday after Thanksgiving for college football rivalries. Even fans abroad make a point of tuning in. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with a Michigan fan in London and an Ohio State fan in the Netherlands about their matchup.
'Atlas Obscura' Explores Roots Of The So-Called Mid-Atlantic Accent
Ever watched an old movie or listened to recordings of Franklin Roosevelt's fireside chats, and wondered where that accent comes from? Dan Nosowitz decided to look into that and wrote about it for Atlas Obscura. Turns out the roads to an early 20th century American pseudo-British accent lead back to a Canadian elocution teacher, Edith Skinner and her book, Speak with Distinction.
Experts Say Russian Propaganda Helped Spread Fake News During Election
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Washington Post reporter Craig Timberg about the role of Russian propaganda and the flood of "fake news" this election season.
Green Party Raises More Than $5 Million In Election Recount Effort
Jill Stein, the Green Party candidate for president this year, has pledged to request recounts in swing states that Donald Trump narrowly won. Stein claims it's an effort to ensure the integrity of the results. But experts say there's no evidence of hacking or other irregularities. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Shane Harris, correspondent for The Daily Beast.
In New Jersey, Kids Help Dig For Fossils In An Unlikely Place
by Elana Gordon
Each week, hundreds of kids gather behind an unassuming shopping center in New Jersey. They're digging for fossils with a real paleontologist.
Obama Administration Races To Shore Up Iran Nuclear Deal
by Michele Kelemen
The Obama administration has little time left to shore up the Iran nuclear deal, a key part of the president's legacy at risk with the incoming Trump administration. Critics of the deal are watching.
Commentary: Native American Writer On Support Of Standing Rock
Native American writer Tanaya Winder has been thinking about the Thanksgiving story of Pilgrims and Indians, especially as the Dakota Access Pipeline protests in North Dakota continue.
Tens Of Thousands Evacuate As Wildfires Rage In Haifa, Israel
by Daniel Estrin
Tens of thousands of people in the Israeli city of Haifa are evacuating their homes as military reservists, police, firefighters and even allied nations join forces to battle a wildfire threatening Israel's third largest city.
Right-Wing Extremist Convicted Of Murdering U.K. Lawmaker Jo Cox
A British man was sentenced to life for the murder of Cox in June. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Caroline Flint, a friend who served alongside Cox in the U.K. Parliament, for reaction to the verdict.
Holiday Movie Preview: Lightsabers, Musicals And Jackie
by Bob Mondello
NPR movie critic Bob Mondello has a preview of the would-be awards contenders and blockbusters Hollywood will be opening as the rest of us open presents.
TV Chef Alton Brown Shares Tips On The Science Of Thanksgiving Dinner
There are tons of tips on how to cook that Thanksgiving dinner, many of them rooted in science. Alton Brown, the showman of food TV, runs through why we stuff the turkey after it's cooked, why gravy should be kept in a thermos, and why canned cranberries are the devil.