Protesting Is Uncomfortable. Should It Be Easier?
This week on Ask Code Switch, a question from a Florida high school student who wants to know how to fight against injustice without antagonizing his teachers.
Sports
Decision By Minnesota Vikings Crushes Hopes Of Las Vegas Gamblers
After the Vikings' last-second TD, they were supposed to attempt an extra-point kick, which would have covered the 5 1/2-point spread. The team decided instead to end the game without a kick attempt.
Banana Drama Gets Much Attention At Australian Open
CoCo Vandeweghe was fined by a referee for refusing to take to the court before she had a chance to eat her banana. Denis Shapovalov could not seem to peel a banana right during a break in his match.
For Once, The Minnesota Vikings Could Be A Team Of Destiny
The NFL team that could never catch a playoff break finally got one. In their NFC Divisional Round matchup, the Minnesota Vikings pulled off a miracle win against the New Orleans Saints. NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Ben Goessling, who covers the team for the Star Tribune.
'Whoa, Nelly!' Keith Jackson, Voice Of College Football, Dies At 89
Until he retired for good in 2006, Keith Jackson's baritone voice could be heard most Saturdays when called college football games. 'Whoa Nellie' was one of his signature phrases.
Sports Announcer Keith Jackson Dies At 89
Sports announcer Keith Jackson, most famous for calling college football games, has died at the age of 89.
It May Look The Same, But Olympic Figure Skating Will Sound Different In 2018
The Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang will be the first to allow figure skaters to perform to vocal music. Organizers hope the change will help create a new generation of fans for the sport.
Saturday Sports: North Korea At The Winter Olympics
North and South Korea are discussing details of the North's participation in the Winter Olympics.
Turner Town: Panthers Hire Norv Turner As New Offensive Coordinator
There will be a Turner family reunion in Charlotte.
With One Billboard Inside Tuscaloosa, Ala., UCF Fans Drum Up A Little Drama
Alabama won the national title. But so did the University of Central Florida — according to UCF backers, at least. And some enterprising fans took their trolling to the heart of Crimson Tide country.