Author Jason Reynolds talks about his latest book and the value of being a crier
Jason Reynolds writes young adult books that don't talk down to kids. His newest audio-only book is called Soundtrack. He talks with Rachel Martin about writing and the value of being a crier.
Hollywood strikes may cause the Emmys to delay its planned September broadcast
The actors strike might cause the Emmys to delay its planned September broadcast. It would be the first such delay since the Emmys were postponed after the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001.
A/C bill high this summer? Cool innovations promise more efficient air conditioning
NPR's Juana Summers talks with MIT Technology Review climate and energy reporter Casey Crownhart about her latest reporting on innovations in air conditioning technology.
Seeking stronger economic ties, Vladimir Putin wraps up a summit with African leaders
As Russia wraps up its high level summit with African countries Friday, just how much real influence does Russia have in the continent?
American companies report surprisingly high spending from shoppers despite inflation
Recession? What recession? The Fed is still cautious, but big brands — Kimberly-Clark, Hilton, Visa, Chipotle, Coca-Cola — are singing praises to shoppers who seem un-swayed by their higher prices.
A postcard from Guatemala's Lake Atitlán
NPR's Lilly Quiroz brings us a postcard from Guatemala about Lake Atitlán, considered to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Major automakers are teaming up to launch a new EV charging network in North America
Automakers are teaming up to build more fast charging stations in North America. Their stated goal is to build a network larger than Tesla's to help address a major concern for EV customers.
Firefighters say they'll quit if their temporary pay boost isn't made permanent
A temporary boost in pay for wildland firefighters is set to expire in October. Some say they'll quit if Congress doesn't act to make it permanent.
The VFW is focusing on recruiting women, who may be missing out on their benefits
The VFW has long helped veterans navigate federal bureaucracy to get the benefits they've earned. It's worried too few women are joining and are missing out, so is making extra effort to recruit them.
Much anticipated U.S. and Netherlands World Cup rematch ends with a resounding ... tie
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with soccer writer Sophie Downey about the U.S. and Netherlands' much anticipated match in the Women's World Cup.
Drugmaker Mallinckrodt aims to avoid paying an opioid settlement to victims
The drugmaker Mallinckrodt is working to avoid payments to people who have struggled with addiction to opioids, as originally reported by the Wall Street Journal.
