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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book
by Olivia Hampton
NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book documenting Black cowboys, Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture.
A historic road marker tells the story of a forgotten murder
by Laura Sullivan
Historical markers have been used to spread hate — with racist language, ideas and intent. They also have been able to unlock secrets — even from a long-forgotten murder in rural Alabama.
The NBA has announced its finalists for 7 end-of-the-season awards
The categories include most valuable player, defensive player of the year and rookie of the year. The league plans to announce the winners starting Tuesday during TNT's coverage of the NBA playoffs.
Opening statements to get underway in former President Trump's hush money trial
Twelve jurors and six alternates were finalized Friday in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial. After opening statements, the court is likely to hear from witnesses on Monday.
A TikTok ban in the United States took a step closer to becoming a reality
The House overwhelmingly approved a bill Saturday that could lead to the company being banned in the U.S., and it's on a fast track to President Biden's desk.
U.S. raises alarms that China is helping Russia reconstitute its defense industry
by Michele Kelemen
China has told the world that that it is neutral in the Russia-Ukraine war, and that it is not providing weapons to Russia. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected visit to Beijing this month.
Mary J. Blige and Kool & the Gang are among those joining rock hall of fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced the class of 2024. The induction ceremony will be held live on Oct. 19 in Cleveland.
Senate considers foreign aid bill the House passed. Will it cost the speaker his job?
NPR's Michel Martin talks to political strategist Rina Shah about the House votes on foreign aid. What does it mean for Speaker Mike Johnson, and for Donald Trump's influence over the GOP?
Volkswagen vote sets a new trajectory for labor unions in the American South
Workers at a Volkswagen factory in Tennessee have voted to join the United Auto Workers union. NPR's Leila Fadel talks with the union's president Shawn Fain.
Why Europe is the fastest-warming continent on Earth
by Rebecca Hersher
Heat-related deaths in Europe have increased at least 30% in the last 20 years, according to a new report by the European Union's climate and weather service.