Technology

A Google doodle from earlier this year commemorated the 100th anniversary of the Silent Parade, during which almost 10,000 African-Americans marched in New York City to protest violence against African-Americans.

Arts

Their Doodles Entertain, But Google Hopes They Spark Important Conversations, Too

11:24am November 26, 2017

by Isabel Dobrin

Google doodles have been surprising and oftentimes delighting users for almost 20 years, but the tech giant wants them to do more than just make us smile. Google hopes they help teach us, too.

Mateo Lorente (left) wears his new Supreme shirt as people flock to a Louis Vuitton store in Miami to purchase limited-edition Supreme and Louis Vuitton collaboration items, in June.

Is The Streetwear Market Headed For The Mainstream?

8:01am November 26, 2017

by Ema Sagner

They stand in line outside stores or use online bots to snag the latest hot sneaker or limited-edition clothing, then resell it at a profit. Resellers are a key driver of a multibillion-dollar market.

Education

Studying Artificial Intelligence At New York University

7:57am November 26, 2017

New York University just opened an institute that studies the social implications of artificial intelligence. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with co-founder Kate Crawford.

A still from an instructional video about taking ethical selfies.

Volunteering Abroad? Read This Before You Post That Selfie

7:00am November 26, 2017

by Malaka Gharib

You may think it's a noble idea to photograph yourself helping poor children in a faraway country. A new campaign has a different perspective.

Ben Jealous was the NAACP's youngest president and one of Bernie Sanders' earliest supporters. Jealous then became a venture capitalist investing in startups. Now he is seeking office in Maryland.

The Left-Wing Tech Investor Running For Governor

5:48pm November 25, 2017

by Aarti Shahani

A man with an eclectic career — youngest president of the NAACP, Silicon Valley tech investor — wants to be the governor of Maryland. NPR spent two days with him on the campaign trail.

Why 'Star Wars Battlefront II' Is Creating Such A Big Debate In The Gaming World

4:33pm November 24, 2017

Star Wars Battlefront II has created a massive debate within the world of gaming about in-game purchases, and now officials in Belgium and a representative from Hawaii are likening its in-game economy to gambling. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to Allegra Frank of the video game news site Polygon about the game's controversial "loot-crate" system.

A virtual reality program developed by NASA could help scientists visualize the magnetic fields around the earth.

Science

NASA Taps Young People To Help Develop Virtual Reality Technology

8:02am November 24, 2017

by Rebecca Hersher

Scientists at NASA's Goddard Spaceflight Center are hoping to use virtual reality technology to study space, and Earth, without leaving their offices. Talented high school students are helping.

Queue Listen Now

What The End To Net Neutrality Means For Internet Streaming

4:45pm November 22, 2017

NPR's Elise Hu talks to former Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler about what the FCC decision to end so-called net neutrality means and what it will mean to consumers of internet streaming.

FCC Chairman Ajit Pai announced Tuesday a plan to repeal Obama-era net neutrality rules.

Politics & Government

FCC's Pai: 'Heavy-Handed' Net Neutrality Rules Are Stifling The Internet

2:01pm November 22, 2017

by Laurel Wamsley

The FCC chairman says repealing net neutrality is a needed return to a "free-market-based" Internet. One opponent says Ajit Pai's plan "would end the Internet as we know it."

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Identity thieves can strip personal information off of public Wi-Fi and your smartphone.

Economy

Don't Compromise Your Personal Information This Holiday Shopping Season

10:30am November 22, 2017

by Emily Sullivan

Consumers say they're worried about identity theft this holiday season, but they say these concerns won't affect how they shop. Here are steps you can take to protect your data online and in stores.