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Anti-war protests, a Chicago DNC: Is it 1968 all over again? Some historians say no
by Rachel Treisman
There are clear similarities between 1968 and 2024, from presidential elections and anti-war protests to new Planet of the Apes movies. But historians tell NPR there are some key differences too.
A French island's summer regatta is back in full this year
by Eleanor Beardsley
Each summer, an Atlantic French island holds a regatta which includes a mix of historic and modern sail boats. After being canceled due to COVID, the race, crowds, yachters and history buffs are back.
Encore: Podcast investigates the early death of musician Chalino Sanchez
Some musicians become more famous for dying young. That's part of the story of Chalino Sanchez, but there's more to it. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with the host of a podcast that explores that theme.
A look at 'quiet quitting' — and whether it's a good or bad thing
by Amina Kilpatrick
Closing your laptop at 5 p.m. Doing only assigned tasks. Spending more time with family. These are some practices in the workplace trend of "quiet quitting" — which some experts say is a misnomer.
A rural Washington emergency dispatch center closes as 911 operator shortage persists
by Austin Jenkins
There's a national shortage of 911 operators. In Washington state, the situation is so dire that it closed a rural dispatch center. In addition to recruiting, technology might be a longer-term fix.
What happens to sweat in outer space (Hint: There's no gravity to help it drip away)
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
Humans' ability to sweat is useful on Earth — but when people go up into space, they find that perspiring in zero gravity presents some unique challenges.
3 law enforcement officers in Arkansas are suspended following viral video of beating
by Michael Hibblen
In Arkansas, two sheriff's deputies and a police officer have been removed from duty after video posted to social media appeared to show them beating a suspect who was down on the ground.
Australian site challenged Fox's Lachlan Murdoch to sue after he accused it of libel
by David Folkenflik
Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch threatened to sue Australian news site Crikey for defamation. Crikey says bring it on, though Australian libel laws make such cases much tougher for media companies to win.
Country stores — a hallmark of rural life — deal with the challenge of inflation
by Stephan Bisaha
Country stores are a hallmark of rural life. Many have survived for more than 100 years by learning to adapt. Today, they face a new challenge: inflation.
After more than 50 years at the NIH, Dr. Fauci says he's retiring in December
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Dr. Fauci has been at the National Institutes of Health for over 50 years. On Monday, the nation's top infectious disease doctor announced he'll be stepping down from government service in December.
Defense argues against death penalty for Parkland gunman, who already pleaded guilty
by Greg Allen
In Florida, the defense began presenting its case in the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shootings. This trial will determine whether the gunman is executed or spends his life in prison.
A Kremlin-linked mercenary group is now openly recruiting for the war in Ukraine
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with mercenary expert Sean McFate about recent recruiting strategies by the Wagner Group due to Russian losses in Ukraine.
From warehouses to the frontlines: How Ukraine's forces are getting drones
by Tim Mak
Pound for pound, perhaps no piece of equipment is more valuable on the Ukrainian battlefield than lightweight, remote-controlled drones, which volunteers are bringing to the frontlines in the east.