How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan
Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.
My Morning Jacket is coming out with a new album, 'Is'
NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with musician Jim James of the band My Morning Jacket, about their new album, 'Is.'
In the early days of the pandemic, a green space in Seattle was one woman's refuge
In the early days of the COVID lockdown, Eileen Wurst would seek refuge in a green space in Seattle.
Arlington National Cemetery stops highlighting some historical figures on its website
Arlington National Cemetery has removed historical sections about prominent African-American, Hispanic and female veterans from its website.
NPR Music listens to Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem'
Lady Gaga returned to pop music when she released "Mayhem" last week. NPR Music's Hazel Cills talks to Rob Schmitz about the album.
A new podcast traces how state lotteries became big business
"Scratch and Win" is a new WGBH News podcast about how a bunch of Massachusetts state bureaucrats set out to beat the mob at its own game — and ended up creating a $100 billion dollar obsession.
Tips to lower your medical bill
Just because a medical bill arrives in the mail doesn't mean you have to pay that exact price. NPR's Life Kit has tips to eliminate, reduce or negotiate a medical bill.