The new film 'Tatami' reveals an Iranian judoka's fight beyond the mat
In the first feature film co-directed by an Israeli and an Iranian, Tatami, an Iranian judoka must choose between her country and a run for the gold at the World Judo Championships.
Actor Austin Butler's vocal coach explains why he still sounds like Elvis
Butler reportedly stayed in character 24/7 when he filmed the biopic Elvis. One of his vocal coaches says "it's difficult to switch off" — and she doesn't know if "it's going to be there forever."
Curling is a highlight at the 2023 Winter World University Games
Top college athletes from around the world are in upstate New York this week to compete in the World University Games. Out of a dozen winter sports, curling is a top attraction for spectators.
The facts and strategy behind the outrage over rumors of a ban on gas stoves
The conservative media was in uproar last week over speculation that the federal government planned to ban gas cooking stoves and possibly seize them. It escalated into something much larger online.
President Biden tours storm damage in California
A series of storms battered the state earlier this month, affecting 41 of the state's 58 counties. Estimates put damage at over $1 billion.
When you're away from home during Lunar New Year, broaden the definition of family
Celebrating Lunar New Year means fireworks, dancing, gifts of red envelopes filled with money and food. King-Kok Cheung, a professor of Asian American studies at UCLA, shares some of her traditions.
A star on TikTok's BOOKTok is using the platform to improve his reading skills
Oliver James is a TikTok star who has pledged to read a hundred books this year. He has struggled with reading all his life and is now teaching himself at age 34.
Harvard reverses its decision and will now offer Kenneth Roth a fellowship
This week we reported Kenneth Roth said he was denied a fellowship at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government because of his criticism of Israel's government. Harvard will now offer him the fellowship.
As the pandemic enters its 4th year, there's still much to learn about long COVID
Researchers estimate at least 65 million people worldwide have suffered from long COVID. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Eric Topol about a paper he co-authored on what we know about long COVID.
There is 1 parking space for every 11 semi trucks on the road. Why that's a problem
Semitruck drivers spend hours searching for parking spots, which cuts their earnings and slows down the supply chain. Truckers are counting on a bipartisan push in Congress to help.