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Archaeologist uncovers George Washington's 250-year-old stash of cherries
While excavating the cellar of President Washington's home at Mount Vernon, Va., an archaeologist found two glass jars poking out of the dirt. They hold 250-year-old preserved cherries.
Wrexham football club, welcome to League One
by Ashley Brown
The Welsh soccer club famously owned by North American actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have earned another promotion. Next year Wrexham AFC will play in the third division of English football.
California's salmon fishing season is canceled
by Ezra David Romero
California's salmon fishing season has been canceled — again. The fish have dwindled as a result of drought, heat waves, agriculture and damming.
Why former NIH Director Francis Collins went public with his cancer diagnosis
NPR's Scott Detrow spoke with the former director of the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Francis Collins, about his recent prostate cancer diagnosis.
Why Japan is heavily invested in North Carolina
by Jay Price
After visiting Washington this week, Japan's prime minister traveled to North Carolina, a key state for Japanese investments. One focus: a new factory to make batteries for electric vehicles.
How lawyers with high-profile clients approach jury selection
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with attorney Camille Vasquez about how defense attorneys approach jury selection when they have a high-profile client.
2 cicada broods will emerge around the same time in the U.S.
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with entomologist Michael Raupp about the two cicada broods that will emerge in parts of the U.S. in a few weeks.
How a visually impaired marathoner will compete in Boston
by Jordan-Marie Smith
Around 30,000 runners will participate in the Boston Marathon, and that includes some runners with disabilities. We meet a visually impaired runner and his guide as they trained for the race.
Israel weighs its response to Iran's attack
by Rob Schmitz
Israel is weighing its response to Iran's unprecedented drone and missile attack.
Life Kit: How to minimize eye strain in a world of screens
by Andee Tagle
Digital eye strain is on the rise. NPR's Life Kit has tips for keeping your eyes healthy in a world of screens.