A Rorschach test for America? Covering the military parade and a No Kings rally on the same day
Last weekend's military parade and No Kings rallies could be seen as an example of a DIVIDED America… a moment where our differences were placed in pretty stark relief. But reporting from both places on the same day… you see something different.
Syrian Boy Reunites With Family In London
An 11-year-old Syrian boy was reunited with his family this week. He had been living alone in a refugee camp in Greece for months, according to a charity involved in his case.
Director Emerald Fennell, Actor Carey Mulligan On 'Promising Young Woman'
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to actor Carey Mulligan and writer-director Emerald Fennell about their new film "Promising Young Woman." Equal parts revenge thriller, rom-com and simmering female rage.
In Lebanon, Judge Suspends Inquiry Into Beirut Port Explosion
At the time of the August explosion, politicians promised to bring justice and find those culpable. Now they are placing limits on the inquiry.
Goods Returns Strain Online Shopping Supply Chain
A sharp increase in online shopping this year means an increased number of things consumers will want to return. But the supply chain made to quickly deliver goods is not so nimble in the reverse.
Review: News Of The World With Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks travels from town to town in the Texas frontier a few years after the Civil War, reading newspapers to settlers. When he comes across a young girl who was kidnapped, his life changes.
In Michigan, Some Are Being Asked To Do Own Contact Tracing
Local health departments that can't keep up with the rapid spread of the coronavirus are having to adapt. Some Michigan counties are asking people who test positive to do their own contact tracing.
Hospital In Mexico City Reaching Breaking Point
Mexican health professionals complain the government moved too slowly to shut down business and stop the spread of the coronavirus. Doctors say hospitals around Mexico City are now at capacity.
Misinformation Spread By Anti-Science Groups Endangers COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
In some parts of the U.S., the biggest challenge surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine isn't distribution, but convincing people to get it, as anti-science groups are spreading misinformation.
Music Aficionado On What To Listen To This Holiday Season
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with holiday music expert Chris Klimek about what's on his holiday music playlist this year.
Michigan Town's Residents Are Thrilled About Town's Role In Fighting The Pandemic
Residents of Portage, Mich., are bursting with civic pride as the Pfizer plant there produces COVID-19 vaccines. And they're showing that pride in some unusual ways.