Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
Morning news brief
Israeli forces take control of the Gaza side of the Rafah crossing with Egypt. Russian President Putin is being inaugurated for a fifth term. The House could vote soon to oust Speaker Johnson.
Celebrities turn out for 2024 Met Gala
NPR's Michel Martin is joined by New York Times fashion director Vanessa Friedman to talk about Monday night's Met Gala.
Why it's been a whirlwind 24 hours for people in Rafah
An Israeli tank brigade has seized control of the Gaza Strip side of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt.
Cicadas draw attention to other creatures that go dormant during their life cycle
Two cicada broods are emerging in historic numbers in the U.S. after a very long nap. We'll learn about other creatures that go dormant as part of their normal life cycle.
Russian President Putin is being inaugurated for a 5th term
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday will be inaugurated to another six-year term. Most European Union countries are boycotting the ceremony.
Former 'Morning Edition' host Rachel Martin's new podcast is called 'Wild Card'
NPR's Rachel Martin takes us behind the scenes of her new podcast, and guides Steve Inskeep through the card game at the heart of the show. Wild Card is part interview, part existential game show.
Archive of Japanese Americans detained in internment camps is available online
A list of over 125,000 Asian Americans incarcerated in Japanese internment camps during WWII is now searchable online.
Philly is among cities switching tactics on how to address addiction and homelessness
Philadelphia is taking a tougher line on illegal drug use on city streets. The new mayor and city council are launching an aggressive strategy in the city's infamous Kensington neighborhood.
Oregon community reduces planet-warming pollution by building energy efficiently
A new tribal community in Oregon is demonstrating that affordable homes can be energy efficient and withstand the impacts of climate change.
Lou Reed issued one of the most puzzling albums in rock history in 1975
Lou Reed's Metal Machine Music was more than an hour of feedback and noise with no noticeable structure. A new tribute album called Metal Machine Muzak interprets the spirit behind that work.
