Why An American Soldier in China During World War II Stayed and Became a Chinese Revolutionary

Dec 24, 2020

Jazz Virtuoso Jon Batiste on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Jazz virtuoso Jon Batiste provides the music for the new Pixar film, 'Soul'. He was also an inspiration for the movie's main character. Find out more…

Dec 22, 2020

Adam Weiner Has Reinvented Himself During the Pandemic. Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Like many musicians, Philadelphia musician Adam Weiner [WEE-ner] has reinvented himself during the pandemic. He debuts a unique Christmas ballad…

Dec 21, 2020

How Will Democrats Hold on to Their House Majority? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Even as Joe Biden prepares to enter the White House, Democrats are asking what went wrong in the 2020 Election after losing seats in the House. A…

Dec 16, 2020

How Beethoven's Symphonies Were Shaped by Familiar American Values on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Two and a half centuries after his birth, Beethoven's music still resonates. How familiar American values helped shape the symphonies of the iconic…

Dec 08, 2020

How a Vice President Kamala Harris Could Help Normalize Blended Families on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is a stepmother. When she takes office, it will have special significance to stepparents and their stepchildren.…

Dec 07, 2020

Protecting Ancient Trees From the Warming Climate on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 5pm

This year, historic wildfires ravaged California’s forests -- including state parks where redwood trees have stood for a thousand years. On the next…

Dec 04, 2020

What Can Social Media Teach Us About Leading A “Full” Life? Join Us for Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

As the pandemic forces us to interact virtually more than ever before, what can social media teach us about leading a “real” and fulfilling life?…

Dec 02, 2020

Could California See Another Statewide Stay-at-Home Order? Join Us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

The latest surge of coronavirus cases has California intensive care units at near capacity. And another statewide stay-at-home order could be next.…

Dec 01, 2020

Bestselling author Cheryl Strayed on the Next Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Bestselling author Cheryl Strayed is bringing back her popular advice column, “Dear Sugar,” in a new format. Hear more on the next Morning Edition…

Nov 30, 2020

Can President-Elect Joe Biden Protect Reproductive Rights with Three Conservative Justices on the Supreme Court? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Reproductive rights advocates hope that President-elect Joe Biden will reverse many of the pro-life policies put in place by the Trump…

Nov 24, 2020

Would America Accept a National Mask Mandate? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Face masks have become a symbol of the political polarization over the coronavirus in the U-S. But evidence shows that masks help slow the spread of…

Nov 05, 2020

Day by Day, Even Hour by Hour, Pursuing the Facts of the Election on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Election officials in yet-to-be-called states say every vote for president will be counted no matter how long it takes. States like Michigan have…

Nov 04, 2020

Amid All the Election Claims, What's True and What's Not on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Amid the claims -- and false claims -- about the presidential election, the counting continues. Whatever the news, NPR will be relentless in saying…

Nov 03, 2020

Voters Now Play the Waiting Game on the Next Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Millions of Americans have made their choice - but we may have to wait a while to find out who the winner is. Which states could take longer to…

Oct 29, 2020

President Trump narrowly won Wisconsin four years ago. Now the state is up for grabs again. Join Us for Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

President Trump won Wisconsin by less than one percentage point in 2016 -- a year when nearly a million and a half eligible voters in the state…

Oct 28, 2020

Hundreds of polling places in Iowa are closed due to the pandemic. How could that affect close races up and down the ballot in a key swing state? Join Us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

In Iowa, hundreds of polling places have been closed or consolidated because of the coronavirus pandemic. Could those closures make a difference in a…

Oct 26, 2020

How Are the Trump and Biden Campaigns Reaching Out to Indian-American voters? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

For a community that makes up only about 1 percent of the U-S population, Indian-Americans are receiving unprecedented attention in this year’s…

Oct 23, 2020

Is Pre-Flight COVID-19 Testing Enough to Keep Passengers Safe? Join Us for Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

Airlines want customers back on their planes. They're disinfecting cabins, requiring masks, upgrading air filtration systems - and now, some are…

Oct 22, 2020

Bruce Springsteen Reflects on His Long Career on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

On his new album "Letter to You," Bruce Springsteen reflects on the friends he's lost over the course of a long career. He talks with Steve Inskeep…

Oct 19, 2020

How Will a President Biden tackle the Climate Crisis? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Joe Biden says tackling climate change is all about creating jobs. Could the former vice president's ambitious plans to handle the climate crisis and…

Oct 16, 2020

Can Latino Voters Overcome a History of Low-Voter Turnout? Join Us for Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

Latinos have a chance to influence this fall's election results. But in many communities, the pandemic has made it particularly difficult for Latinos…

Oct 14, 2020

San Francisco Police Don’t Want to Respond to Psychiatric Crises. Find Out Who Should Handle Them Instead on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

San Francisco is launching a plan to remove police from responding to calls involving people in a psychiatric or substance abuse crisis. Could the…

Oct 13, 2020

Why Are Millions of Americans Still Waiting for Unemployment Benefits? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Millions of people across the country are waiting -- and waiting -- to collect unemployment benefits. Fraudulent claims made during the pandemic have…

Sep 24, 2020

Will Kamala Harris' Bid to Become Vice President Affect How She Questions a New Supreme Court Nominee? Join Us for Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Kamala Harris' tough questioning of Brett Kavanaugh during his contentious confirmation hearings put her in the spotlight. Will her bid to become…

Sep 23, 2020

Learn How Black Voters Could Be Difference Makers in November. Join Us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Pittsburgh is a city that typically supports Democrats -- and many Black voters there are passionate about the upcoming election. But in contested…

Sep 22, 2020

How is the Issue of Race Dividing Young Voters? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Polls show Joe Biden narrowly ahead of President Trump in some key states. In Wisconsin, the issue of race has young voters divided over who to…

Sep 21, 2020

How Did COVID-19 Get So Bad in the U.S? A closer look on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Since the first death from COVID-19 was reported back in February, some parts of the U-S have had more success containing the virus than others.…

Sep 16, 2020

Yusuf Islam Talks About Reinventing One of His Landmark Albums on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Yusuf Islam is all about change. In the late 1970s, the musician known as Cat Stevens found a new name, a new religion and got rid of all his…

Sep 14, 2020

Join Us for a Special Fundraising Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Dwight D. Eisenhower was a five-star general who led the Allies to victory during World War II. Now, after years of disputes over its design, a new…

Sep 11, 2020

Could the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research Produce a Coronavirus Vaccine? Join Us for Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

The U.S. military has a history of creating vaccines and now Army scientists are working on one for the coronavirus. The expectation is a safe…

Sep 08, 2020

The Unlikely Pairing of a Black Pastor at a Mostly White Church in Vancouver, WA on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

The Black Lives Matter movement asks what role white people should play in the struggle for racial justice. How the unlikely pairing of a Black…

Sep 07, 2020

Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's Thoughts on the Economic Recovery on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

The chairman of the federal reserve sees a continuing recovery for the US economy. But with a pandemic, unemployment and inflation his job won't be…

Sep 04, 2020

It’s a World of Wonders on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

Staring at screens is fun for a while; but there's plenty of time for kids to go outside, connect with nature, and enjoy the outdoors with imaginative…

Sep 02, 2020

How a Small Town Like Prineville, Oregon is Dealing with Racial Strife – Thursday at 6am

America's racial strife is not confined to big cities. A small town in Oregon has watched protests for racial justice - and counter protests against…

Sep 01, 2020

How has President Trump Responded to the Rising Threat of Domestic Extremists? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

As protests and civil unrest lead to shootings like we saw in Kenosha and Portland, some are concerned about the government's response. Homeland…

Aug 31, 2020

How Do Large Groups of Firefighters Protect Themselves Against the Pandemic? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Massive wildfires continue to burn in the western United States -- and firefighters deployed to those areas are facing another major foe: COVID-19.…

Aug 27, 2020

Without National Guidance, Colleges Are Planning Their Own Strategies to Keep COVID Outbreaks in Check. Join Us for Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Colleges around the United States are reporting hundreds of new COVID-19 cases on-site -- and with no national guidance on how to handle outbreaks,…

Aug 25, 2020

The Legacy of Electric Lady Studios on the Next Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Fifty years ago, Jimi Hendrix opened his own recording studio in New York City -- then he died less than a month later. But through the years, the…

Aug 24, 2020

How Are Millions of Americans Getting By Without Extra Unemployment Benefits? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Millions who’ve lost work during the pandemic are facing a personal financial crisis. With the extra six hundred dollars a week in federal…

Aug 23, 2020

Why Are Some Parts of America Not Cooling Down the Way They Used To? Join Us for Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

Around the U.S. this summer, volunteers are driving cars equipped with sensors to map rising heat. How city planners and scientists will use those…

Aug 19, 2020

Can School Leaders Find a Way to Help Kids with Special Needs? Join us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Some students who depend on special education services struggled this spring -- and with many schools remaining remote in the fall, educators are…

Aug 18, 2020

Hear the Latest Submission to The Morning Edition Song Project – Wednesday at 6am

The Morning Edition Song Project invites musicians to write about these turbulent times. Nashville soul singer and songwriter Devon Gifillian sees…

Aug 17, 2020

Why Are Some Resisting Wearing Masks, and What Can Be Done to Convince Them? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Wearing a mask is in the collective best interest during the pandemic. But for some people, instead of health or science, it's become about…

Aug 13, 2020

Republicans and Democrats Will Host Virtual Conventions. Will That Influence Future Conventions After the Pandemic is Over? Join us for Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Democrats and Republicans will hold virtual conventions because of the pandemic. Will that influence conventions even after the pandemic is over?…

Aug 12, 2020

After a Devastating Explosion, What Comes Next for Beirut Citizens? Join Us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

People in Lebanon have been protesting against their government ever since a devastating explosion tore thru the city of Beirut. In the aftermath of…

Aug 11, 2020

How Does Kamala Harris as VP Affect the Fall Campaign? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

She was a prosecutor, then a senator, then a presidential contender - and now Kamala Harris is Joe Biden's running mate. She's the first woman of…

Aug 10, 2020

Are Our National Parks A Safe Refuge From the Pandemic? Join Us for Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Attendance is booming at many national parks as Americans look to escape the confines of their homes during the pandemic. That's good for gateway…

Jul 30, 2020

Join Us for a Special Fundraising Morning with Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

In the Mojave Desert, the U-S Army is resuming large-scale training -- and new protocols for soldiers include mask-wearing, temperature taking, and…

Jul 29, 2020

Are Americans Facing a Utility Cliff? Join us for a Fundraising Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

Utility companies have been prevented from cutting off electricity during the pandemic. But those rules are expiring - and without federal…

Jul 28, 2020

Join Us for a Special Fundraising Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

The Nazi plunder of Jewish-owned artwork in Europe during World War II is well-known. But German soldiers looted thousands of valuable musical…

Jul 27, 2020

Join us for a Special Morning of Fundraising with Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

How did Jeff Bezos become the world's richest man? The CEO of Amazon testifies before Congress this week about the power and reach of his massive…

Jul 24, 2020

Join Us for a Special Morning of Fundraising with Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

If schools decide to reopen in a few weeks, they’ll look and sound different. In St. Louis, a summer enrichment program offers a peek at how to…

Jul 23, 2020

Could Tammy Duckworth Be Biden's VP Pick? Join us for Morning Edition - Friday at 6am

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Asian-American combat veteran with a reputation for being tough on President Trump and his allies. Now the Democrat…

Jul 22, 2020

With Confederate Monuments Gone, How One Community is Reclaiming That Space on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

The landscape of Richmond, Virginia has transformed. Along a broad, tree-lined avenue, Confederate statues that had stood untouched for a century…

Jul 21, 2020

Could Fast, Inexpensive Coronavirus Tests Help Control the Pandemic? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

In an effort to improve testing and speed up results, the Food and Drug Administration is looking at a new kind of test for COVID-19. But could an…

Jul 20, 2020

Alex Trebek is Finally Telling His Story on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

After a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, and letters of support from so many fans, Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek is telling his life story in a new book. He…

Jul 16, 2020

Should Science Dictate How We Reopen Our Schools? Join Us for Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

President Trump and the Department of Education are pushing educators to quickly reopen schools. But as coronavirus numbers continue to rise in many…

Jul 15, 2020

Gyms Are Reopening, But Are They Safe? Join Us for Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

In areas of the country that have lower rates of coronavirus infections, gyms and fitness centers are reopening. You may be eager to get back to your…

Jul 14, 2020

As Confederate Statues Come Down, Are Founding Fathers Next? Join Us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

With more people speaking out against racial injustice in the United States, some cities and towns have removed Confederate statues. But what about…

Jul 10, 2020

Why Online Learning Left Millions of Students Behind on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

The COVID-19 pandemic forced students all over the country to shift to online learning in 20-20. But not everyone was able to go remote. As a new…

Jul 08, 2020

President Trump Says Schools Should Reopen in the Fall. But is it Safe? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

President Trump says schools should reopen in the Fall – and while COVID-19 cases continue to rise, district leaders around the country are…

Jun 30, 2020

Can Lawyers Get their Migrant Clients Protection - or Even Freedom? Join Us for Morning Edition - Wednesday at 5am

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the United States - and those inside immigration detention centers are especially at risk. Concerned lawyers say…

Jun 17, 2020

Why Are African-Americans in Chicago Dying from COVID-19 at Three Times the Rate of White Residents? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

Across the United States, communities of color remain the most hard hit by COVID-19. In Chicago, African-Americans are dying at a rate three times…

Jun 16, 2020

Winners of NPR's Student Podcast Challenge Share Their Work on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

The winners of NPR's Student Podcast challenge – young broadcasters from a Brooklyn, New York high school – talk about climate change and racial…

Jun 05, 2020

How Can You Protest Without Exposing Yourself to the Coronavirus? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

Some who say they would like to protest the death of George Floyd instead stay at home because of fears of the coronavirus. African-American social…

May 29, 2020

Domestic Abusers Are Finding New Ways to Do Harm During the Pandemic - Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

During the lockdown, domestic abuse has become an even bigger problem. Loosening quarantine restrictions is creating wider windows for victims to…

May 28, 2020

How COVID-19 Concerns Affect Large scale Combat Operations on the next Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

The United States Army is making plans to resume large scale combat training next month. At one California military base, a simulation shows just how…

May 19, 2020

Is Air Quality Improving During the Pandemic? An NPR investigation Finds Out on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Traffic on roads is down dramatically around the country, and you would think that means better air quality. But an NPR investigation finds that…

May 15, 2020

Can Treatment Options for COVID-19 Depend on Where You Live? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

With no cure for COVID-19, doctors are desperately trying to figure out the best treatment regimen for their patients. But in different hospitals,…

May 13, 2020

How Expectant Mothers Struggle to Maintain Good Mental Health on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

It's common for pregnant women to worry - about their own health, and the health and safety of their baby. But during a pandemic, that worry has…

May 12, 2020

Why Are COVID-19 Testing Supplies in Short Supply? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

Health experts and governors were warning of shortages of COVID-19 testing swabs months ago, but the federal government waited until late April to…

May 08, 2020

How a One-Two Punch of a Pandemic and an Oil Bust Have Left a Texas County Staggering. Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

These are anything but normal days in the oil business. Oil companies in the U.S. are pumping a million fewer barrels a day than they were two months…

May 07, 2020

Can Health Officials Overcome Generations of Distrust Among Communities of Color? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

Distrust in the health care system runs generations deep in communities of color, particularly among African Americans. Can lawmakers and public…

Apr 27, 2020

How Do State Governors View the Efforts of Vice President Mike Pence Fighting Coronavirus? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Vice President Mike Pence has been praised by President Trump for leading the White House Coronavirus Task Force. But what do governors think of his…

Apr 22, 2020

How Hard is it to Get a Refund for Cancelled Travel During the Pandemic? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

Air travel has slowed to a crawl during this pandemic - and if your flight was canceled, there's a good chance the airline hasn't yet given you your…

Apr 14, 2020

How Accurate Are Blood Tests for Previous COVID-19 Exposure? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

Blood tests that can identify people who have been exposed to the coronavirus are coming on the market quickly. But how much can we rely on the…

Apr 13, 2020

Caring for Loved Ones During a Pandemic on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

One month ago, Amanda Hackett was asleep at home when she got a call in the middle of the night. Her mother, who lives far away and suffers from…

Apr 09, 2020

Millions of American Now Need Food Banks. Should Farmers be Throwing Out Perfectly Good Vegetables? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

Millions of people in the United States have lost jobs in recent weeks, and there are longer lines at the country’s food banks. Charitable feeding…

Apr 07, 2020

How is New York City Keeping Up with a Rising Number of Coronavirus Deaths? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, we visit some of the oldest ecosystems on Earth: rainforests that have survived since the days of dinosaurs. How…

Apr 02, 2020

How Are Educators Handling an Unprecedented Shift From Classroom to Online Teaching? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

Nearly all schools in the United States are closed indefinitely, forcing teachers to give lessons through computer screens. Can remote learning…

Mar 27, 2020

With More Employees Working Remotely, Could That Lead to a Surge in Cyber Attacks? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, is a workforce that's gone remote a hacker's paradise? Steve Inskeep talks with a cybersecurity expert about a surge in…

Mar 20, 2020

Explaining the Global Pandemic to a Person with a Developmental Disability on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

If you're caring for someone with a developmental disability that affects their communication skills - like autism - how can you explain the…

Mar 17, 2020

Could Barack Obama’s Speech Given Twelve Year Ago Have the Same Power Today? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

Twelve years ago, Barack Obama gave a speech on race in America that helped propel him to the presidency. But could those same words have power…

Mar 12, 2020

How New York is Combating Price Gouging on the next Morning Edition - Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, hand sanitizer and other products aimed at slowing the spread of coronavirus are in high demand. How New York's attorney…

Mar 10, 2020

How Lawmakers From Both Parties Are Fighting To Reform Surveillance Techniques on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

A set of surveillance tools used by the FBI in national security investigations is set to expire this weekend, and lawmakers on both sides of the…

Mar 09, 2020

Louisiana’s Industrial Corridor is Expanding, Which Means More Jobs - And More Pollution – Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

In one part of southeastern Louisiana, over one hundred factories and oil refineries produce chemicals and industrial waste - a booming industry that…

Mar 06, 2020

A Special Election for a Senate Seat in Georgia is Turning Into a Fight Between Two Republicans on Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, as the coronavirus spreads, federal health officials recommend stocking up on prescription meds. But boosting your…

Mar 03, 2020

Can Computers Predict the Spread of the Coronavirus Outbreak? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

The coronavirus is spreading - and scientists are using computers to try to predict what will happen next. But can a mostly voluntary effort keep up…

Feb 28, 2020

South Carolina is using new voting equipment for upcoming primaries. Will there be problems? Morning Edition Friday

On the next Morning Edition, South Carolina is using all-new voting equipment in this weekend's presidential primary. Could election officials there…

Feb 27, 2020

What role will climate change play for Democratic voters in the General Election? Morning Edition Thursday

On the next Morning Edition, climate change has become a top issue for Democratic primary voters. But will it play as big a role in the general…

Feb 24, 2020

A Mississippi prisoner got a 12 year sentence for having a cell phone in jail. Was the punishment too harsh? Monday on Morning Edition

A prisoner in a Mississippi jail asked a guard to charge his cell phone. Instead, he got 12 more years behind bars. Now, a debate over the harshness…

Feb 12, 2020

Why Hundreds of Iranian Americans and Legal Immigrants in Seattle Were Questioned by Border Protection for Hours Last Month – Morning Edition Begins at 6am

The head of U-S Customs and Border Protection said the recent hours-long questioning of Iranian Americans and legal immigrants in Seattle was an…

Feb 11, 2020

How is the Cruise Industry Responding to the Coronavirus Crisis? Join us for Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Passengers on a cruise ship docked off the coast of Japan are trapped in their rooms as coronavirus cases continue to rise. Can the cruise industry…

Feb 10, 2020

After the Caucus Chaos in Iowa, Will the Counting Go Smoothly in New Hampshire? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Following the muddle in the Iowa caucuses, Democrats have moved on to New Hampshire. Which candidates will emerge as the front-runners? - and can the…

Feb 07, 2020

Learn Why One State is NOT Investing in the U.S. Census on Morning Edition - Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S. is NOT investing in the Census – and some lawmakers say politics is to…

Feb 06, 2020

How the Coronavirus is Affecting Global Tourism on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Coronavirus fears have brought Chinese tourism to a screeching halt - and left the global tourism industry bracing itself for a downturn in revenue.…

Feb 04, 2020

President Trump's Personal Lawyer Rudy Giuliani Defends the President on Ukraine - Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

Senators are prepared to vote on whether President Trump should be removed from office for misdeeds involving Ukraine. But Trump's personal lawyer…

Feb 03, 2020

A Freshman Member of Congress Delivers a Spanish Language Response to the SOTU. A Profile of Her on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar represents El Paso - a city that's made headlines in part because of the Trump administration's border…

Jan 31, 2020

Voting in the 2020 Presidential Campaign Kicks Off in Iowa. You’ll Hear From Voters on Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

After a seemingly endless buildup, voting in the 20-20 presidential campaign gets started in Iowa. Rachel Martin and David Greene broadcast live,…

Jan 30, 2020

With the United Kingdom Finally Leaving the E.U., What’s Next? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

After more than three and a half years of political chaos, the United Kingdom is finally leaving the European Union. Why Britain voted for Brexit -…

Jan 28, 2020

Climate Change and the Extinction of Famed Pacific Northwest Fish on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 5pm

On the next Morning Edition, environmentalists in the Pacific Northwest are struggling to save some famed fish from extinction. How climate change is…

Jan 27, 2020

How 2020 Candidates Are Handling Cybersecurity on the Campaign Trail on Mornign Edition – Tuesday at 6am

2020 candidates are not just facing adversaries at the ballot box, but in their inboxes, too. And the rapid growth of a political campaign can create…

Jan 24, 2020

How Rising Healthcare Costs are Swallowing Up the Income of Lower-Class Families on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

A new NPR poll shows that nearly half of Americans can't afford the drugs they need when health insurers deny payment. Why rising healthcare costs…

Jan 20, 2020

The Challenges of Providing Hospice Care to Relatives at Home on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

For a growing number of Americans, end-of-life care for dying family members is provided at home, instead of at hospitals with health care…

Jan 15, 2020

The Struggle Many Women Have with Menopause on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

In the years leading up to menopause, many women struggle. And for those with a history of depression and anxiety, the transition can be even harder.…

Jan 08, 2020

Could Iran's Retaliation Involve More Than Missiles? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

President Trump says the air strikes that killed one of Iran's top military leaders were a necessary action in the fight against terrorism. He also…

Jan 07, 2020

When the Pentagon Wants to Rapidly Deploy Soldiers Overseas, Who do They Send? Morning Edition Begins at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, the Pentagon is rushing to send more troops to the Middle East - and one particular unit is ready at a moment's notice.…

Jan 06, 2020

Keeping the USO Alive for U.S. Armed Forces Around the World. Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

The USO is a vital connection to home for U.S. armed forces around the world. Why keeping that connection strong can be challenging. Plus, tensions…

Jan 02, 2020

2019 Was Toronto’s Worst Year Ever for Gun Violence. Find Out Why on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Canada has much stricter gun laws than the United States, but gun violence is a growing problem in Canada's biggest city, Toronto. 2019 was its worst…

Dec 31, 2019

For the U.S. Census, How Are Incarcerated People Counted? Morning Edition Begis Wednesday at 6am

Waupun, Wisconsin is also known as 'Prison City'. The town, and others like it across the country, is made up mostly of incarcerated people of color…

Dec 30, 2019

Across America, Shuttered Factories are Reopening as Data Centers. But Will There Be Jobs for Local Workers? Morning Edition Begins at 6am

Across the country, shuttered factories and fossil-fuel plants are reopening as data centers that house high-tech computers. But will those…

Dec 25, 2019

Could a Better Design Have Prevented the Deadly Crashes of Two Boeing 737 Max Planes? Morning Edition Begins at 6am

The deadly crashes of two Boeing 737 Max planes were partly caused by design issues with automated flight control systems. A former test pilot says…

Dec 24, 2019

Starting Next Year, Same-Sex Couples in Northern Ireland Will Be Able to Marry - Morning Edition Begins at 6am

Northern Ireland is the most socially conservative part of the United Kingdom. And now, it’s on the brink of allowing same-sex couples to marry. It…

Dec 22, 2019

Go Inside Where Foreign Wives of ISIS Fighters are Being Held on Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

Thousands of foreign wives and relatives of ISIS fighters are being held - along with their children - in a camp in Syria where conditions are…

Dec 18, 2019

How Joe Biden's 1987 Presidential Campaign Changed History – Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

Joe Biden ended his FIRST presidential campaign in 1987, after he was caught borrowing his stump speech from a British politician. But as the chair…

Dec 17, 2019

Does America's Racial Divide Mean More Opportunity for Some Kids than Others? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

When it comes to your child's prospects, neighborhood matters: Schools, safety, access to playgrounds and healthy food. New data shows that a wide…

Dec 16, 2019

Has the Humor of 'Friends' Stood the Test of Time? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Twenty-five years after it first aired, 'Friends' is still hugely popular. Netflix paid 100 million dollars this year to stream the show exclusively…

Dec 09, 2019

Elizabeth Warren was Once a Young Republican. How Her Career as a Democrat Started on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Long before she was a Democratic presidential candidate, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren was a Republican. But after years of studying - then…

Dec 05, 2019

How Does a Child Cope with the Death of a Parent or Loved One? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

If you could talk to a loved one who died, what would you say? What do you wish they knew about who you are now? A decade after her mother's suicide,…

Dec 04, 2019

How the Demise of Freshwater Mussels Could Affect the Ecosystem - And Our Water Supply. Morning Edition Begins at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, a critical species is dying. A team of biologists is scrambling to find out why. How the demise of freshwater mussels…

Dec 03, 2019

Turning Floating Plastic Trash from the Ocean into Art on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

A jellyfish sculpted from golf balls...a sea dragon made of suction cups. On the Oregon coast, a local woman is using plastic garbage that washes…

Dec 02, 2019

U.S. Immigration Authorities Are Deporting Iraqis Who Came to America as Children - Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

U.S. immigration authorities continue to deport Iraqis despite the turmoil of anti-government demonstrations that have swept the country. Many of…

Nov 28, 2019

Is Black Friday Losing Some of Its Luster? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

We think of Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving - as a time of crowds lining up outside stores, ready to fight over TV's and toys. But are…

Nov 26, 2019

A Machine Created to Detect Chemical Weapons That Might Help Prevent Drug Overdoses on the Next Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, a machine created to detect chemical weapons has a new mission on the streets of Boston. How it might help prevent drug…

Nov 22, 2019

Can Being Overweight Decrease the Effectiveness of the Flu Vaccine? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

Flu season is starting to ramp up. Why is the flu vaccine not as effective for those who are overweight and obese? Scientists work to fix the…

Nov 21, 2019

A Profile of VP Mike Pence’s Political Career to This Point on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Mike Pence has come under increased scrutiny during this week's impeachment inquiry hearings. We go back to the beginning of Pence’s career to ask:…

Nov 15, 2019

How Do You Convince People of a Future That's Never Been? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, how do you convince people of a future that's never been? Scientists are using virtual reality to show how climate…

Nov 12, 2019

How Much do William Taylor and George Kent Know About Ukraine? A Profile of the Two on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, are antibiotics losing the fight against bacteria? We'll tell you how scientists are finding new ways to outsmart…

Nov 11, 2019

'Trespass' Pot Growing is an Old Problem and a Growing Toxic Threat to the Food Ghain - Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Drug cartels are growing marijuana inside national forests and parks in the United States. How are a team of police and scientists in a California…

Nov 06, 2019

In Turkey, Syrian Refugees Could Be Moved Back to a 'Safe Zone, But Some Would Rather Stay Put - Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

Turkish forces invaded northern Syria after President Trump removed U.S. troops from the region. Now Turkey may send more than a million Syrians back…

Nov 05, 2019

Has William Barr Weaponized the Justice Department Against President Trump's opponents? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 5pm

Democratic leaders say that William Barr created a narrative during the Mueller Investigation that exonerated President Trump. Now they've accused…

Nov 04, 2019

Forty Years Ago, Was Morning Edition Almost Cancelled Before It Even Started? Join us Tuesday at 6am

Morning Edition made its debut on NPR forty years ago. But why was the show almost cancelled before it even started? We'll talk with some of the key…

Nov 01, 2019

How Could an Impeachment Trial in the U.S. Senate Affect Democratic Senators Running for President? Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, how could an impeachment trial in the U-S Senate affect Democratic senators running for president? We'll play through…

Oct 31, 2019

A Ship in the Arctic is Set Adrift in a Massive Chunk of Sea Ice. Find Out Why on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

In the Arctic, a team of climate researchers is about to attach their ship to a massive chunk of sea ice. They're planning to drift on it for an…

Oct 29, 2019

The Economy’s Third Quarter Forecasts Aren't Great. What Would an Economic Slowdown Mean for President Trump? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, the economy gets its report card this week. and third-quarter forecasts aren't great. What would an economic slowdown…

Oct 28, 2019

Would You Buy a House in a High Flood Risk Area? Morning Edition begins Tuesday at 6am

If you knew a house was built in a high-risk flood area, would you buy it? Most states don't require sellers to release that information. But new…

Oct 22, 2019

Neil Young Talks About His New Album and Fifty Years of Making Music with Crazy Horse on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Neil Young's distinct voice isn't getting any quieter with time. We'll talk with him about fifty years of making music with Crazy Horse, and a new…

Oct 21, 2019

How Reliable Are Computers in Fighting Crime? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, catching a spy is no easy task. Now computers can be programmed to find insider threats. But are their conclusions…

Oct 18, 2019

Boeing Hopes to Start Flying the 737 Max Again, But Lawsuits Could Keep it Grounded - Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

Boeing says it hopes to start flying the 737 Max again by the end of this year. But families of crash victims have other ideas. How lawsuits are…

Oct 17, 2019

Meet the Woman at the Center of The Oregon Mercy Corps Scandal on the Next Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Reporters in Oregon recently uncovered a story of sexual abuse. It involves the longtime leader of one of the world's most prominent charities - and…

Oct 16, 2019

How Gordon Sondland Found Himself in the Middle of a House Impeachment Inquiry on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

President Trump's ambassador to the E-U is testifying on Capitol Hill this week. We'll profile Gordon Sondland and tell you how he found himself at…

Oct 15, 2019

On the Next Morning Edition, What do Goldfish Have to do with the U.S. Trade War with China? Join us Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, what do goldfish have to do with the U-S trade war with China? We'll tell you the story of one man for whom fish tariffs…

Oct 11, 2019

Why Indigenous Peoples' Day is In, and Columbus Day is Out on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

In the United States, Monday is Columbus Day...or is it? Some Americans have reservations about celebrating Christopher Columbus - and more cities…

Oct 10, 2019

Who is Marie Yovanovitch? A Profile of the Former U.S. Diplomat Who Served in Ukraine on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition...who is Marie Yovanovitch? We'll profile the former U-S diplomat who served in Ukraine and tell you how her testimony…

Oct 03, 2019

A Man Who Sat in Prison 27 Years for a Murder He Didn’t Commit Wins $27 Million – Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

A Massachusetts man spent 27 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. He sued the police officers who he claims violated his civil rights - and…

Oct 02, 2019

Can We Stop – or Even Reverse – the Symptoms of Getting Old? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, why did hundreds who worked at a Catholic hospital in New York lose their pensions? Also, what if the symptoms of…

Oct 01, 2019

The Fastest Growing Group of Workers in the United States are People Age 65 and Over. Find Out Why on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Every day, around ten thousand baby boomers hit retirement age. Some of them have saved enough to stop working, others took a hit from two separate…

Sep 30, 2019

NPR Correspondent Aarti Shahani Recounts her Immigrant Family's Struggles in America – Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

NPR correspondent Aarti Shahani has a new memoir - in it, the story of when her family brought her from India to the United States. Her father was a…

Sep 27, 2019

How Saudi Arabia is Trying to Repair Its Image Abroad on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

One year ago, journalist Jamal Khashoggi walked into a Saudi consulate in Istanbul. He never walked out. Since his killing, the nation of Saudi…

Sep 26, 2019

The Investigation into Efforts by President Trump to Get Political Dirt on the Biden Family on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

In July, President Trump spoke on the phone with the president of Ukraine and asked for a "favor" -- for his government to "look into" Hunter Biden,…

Sep 25, 2019

The Possible Case for Impeachment Revealed by A Phone Call Between President Trump and The Leader of Ukraine - Morning Edition Begins at 6am

The White House released an account of a phone call between President Trump and the leader of Ukraine in which President Trump asked the Ukrainian…

Sep 24, 2019

How Did the U.S. Military Hack ISIS? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

A secretive cyber unit...with one mission: launching a global attack in cyberspace. How did the U.S. military hack the world's most dangerous…

Sep 23, 2019

A Tortured Protester of Bashar Al-Assad’s Regime is Finally Free and Telling His Story – Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

A man imprisoned and tortured in Syria for protesting the regime of Bashar Al-Assad is finally free. Now the most visible witness to Syria's secret…

Sep 20, 2019

Why Are Some Countries, Including the U.S., Struggling to Conserve Energy? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

The Earth is getting warmer - and some countries have made big, bold promises to conserve energy. But are they all doing their part? We'll look over…

Sep 19, 2019

A Look at the Shifting Currents of the Conflict in Afghanistan on the Next Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

Eighteen years after 9/11, the United States and the Taliban appeared close to making peace. But when a Tailban bomb killed a U-S soldier in…

Sep 18, 2019

Why Are Mississippi Employers Hiring So Many Undocumented Workers? Morning Edition Begins Thursday at 6am

In Mississippi, is the system for hiring documented workers effective? Last month's immigration raids reveal some flaws. Also, on her new solo album,…

Sep 17, 2019

China is Using Social Media to Recruit Spies in America – Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

China is using social media to recruit spies in America. In a recent 11-month span, three former U-S intelligence officers were convicted or plead…

Sep 16, 2019

In Her New Novel "Heaven, My Home" Attica Locke Addresses Race and Migration in Contemporary Texas - Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

How does someone call a place home when they don't feel welcomed there? Attica Locke addresses this question in her new novel on the next Morning…

Sep 13, 2019

As the U.S. - China Trade War Pushes on, When Will Consumers Feel its Effects? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

An NPR team has been tracking prices at one Walmart in Georgia for more than year. We hear what they found on Monday's Morning edition from NPR News.…

Sep 11, 2019

The Mayor of Providence, RI, Brings His 14-Month-Old Son to Work with Him. Find Out Why on Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

A Rhode Island Mayor is saying no to childcare. Instead, he's bringing his young son to work with him. A conversation about work and childcare as…

Sep 10, 2019

The Court at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Has Spent Billions. Hear NPR's investigation on Morning Edition – Wednesday at 6am

Where has the U.S. government been directing funds in Guantanamo Bay? An NPR investigation finds that billions of dollars have been spent on court…

Sep 09, 2019

Will Congress Come Together on Gun Regulation as Session Begins This Week? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

Can Republicans and Democrats agree on how best to regulate guns? The debate reignites this week as Congress is back in session. But even current…

Sep 06, 2019

A Special Election in North Carolina Could Be a Preview of the 2020 Election - Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

In North Carolina, a voter fraud scandal in one district prompted the state to throw out the results of a congressional election. Now, the last race…

Sep 05, 2019

The Buzz Around New "Lost" Albums from Miles Davis and John Coltrane on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, new "lost" albums from Miles Davis and John Coltrane have the jazz world buzzing. Also, city officials on the eastern…

Sep 03, 2019

In 2017, a document was shared online listing men in media who had been accused of harassment and rape. Now one of those men is suing - Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

In 2017, as part of the Me Too movement, a female writer and activist shared a document online listing men in media who'd been accused of harassment…

Aug 30, 2019

Can Having a Sunnier Outlook Extend Your Life? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, if you're happy and you know it... you might live longer. New research shows optimism can extend your life. Plus, former…

Aug 29, 2019

Import Taxes Force American Businesses to Find Alternative Suppliers, Which Isn't Cheap - Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

U.S. businesses are re-thinking their operations during President Trump's standoff with China. And the president is urging those worried about…

Aug 28, 2019

The Debate Over How to Restore the Notre Dame Cathedral on the Next Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, months after a devastating fire, there's still a debate in France over how to restore the Notre Dame Cathedral. Also,…

Aug 27, 2019

Republican Bill Weld Mounts a Primary Challenge Against President Trump. Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

Republican Bill Weld is mounting a primary challenge against President Trump. Even though the odds aren't on his side, the former Massachusetts…

Aug 26, 2019

Robotic Exo-Skeletons are Helping Paralyzed Kids Walk on the Next Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Morning Edition from NPR News airs weekday mornings from 6:00 am - 9:00 am on KRCB-FM Radio 91 / streaming @ norcalpublicmedia.org / Download the…

Aug 23, 2019

Do Women Feel More Physical Pain than Men? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, do women feel more physical pain than men? Researchers in Florida are studying differences in pain perception that could…

Aug 22, 2019

A Young Immigrant Recalls When His Mother Was Taken Away During an Iowa Meat Packing Plant Raid Eleven Years Ago on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

U-S immigration agents arrested hundreds of undocumented factory workers in Mississippi earlier this month. On the next Morning Edition, a young…

Aug 21, 2019

Steve Inskeep Reports from Iran on the Next Morning Edition – Thursday at 6am

The U-S and Iran have been at odds for years - but recent tension has some in both countries wondering if a larger confrontation is coming. Can…

Aug 20, 2019

Can Democrats Win Over the Traditionally Republican State of Texas in 2020? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

In suburban Texas, a fast-growing - and diversifying - population, is reshaping the electorate. Can Democrats capitalize on the changing demographics…

Aug 19, 2019

Trash Recycling Has Been Successful, But is it in Trouble? Morning Edition Begins Tuesday at 6am

In the 1970s, a New Jersey lawmaker proposed that residents put their glass, metal, and paper out on the curb in separate buckets. His neighbors…

Aug 16, 2019

Using Virtual Reality to Control Pain on the Next Morning Edition – Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, you don't need to leave your living room to swim with the dolphins, thanks to virtual reality. Now we'll explain how it…

Aug 15, 2019

Could Businesses that Rely on Undocumented Immigrants Survive Without Them? That Question on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, what would happen if ICE deported all the undocumented workers who many businesses in the U-S rely on? We visit a small…

Aug 06, 2019

After Mass Shootings, Are We Asking the Right Questions? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

The man who killed more than twenty people in El Paso, Texas this past weekend posted a hate-filled diatribe online, according to police. But as we…

Updated at 10:05 a.m. ET When Toni Morrison received her Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993, her remarks began with a reflection on the phrase once…

Aug 05, 2019

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Aug 05, 2019

Austrians Turn Up Their Noses At Attempt To Introduce Eau De Commute On Subway

Aug 04, 2019

Trump Tweets Support For Strong Background Checks — With Strings Attached

Aug 04, 2019

The Website Where Violent White Supremacists State Their Case

Aug 01, 2019

How the Children's Defense Fund is Growing a New Generation of Activists on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, a farm in Tennessee is a training ground for tomorrow's activists. How the Children's Defense Fund is teaching thousands…

Aug 01, 2019

Young People in Kentucky Face Aggressive Prosecution for Low-Level Offenses. Does it Create Recidivism? Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

The state of Kentucky sends young people to jail for low-level offenses like underage drinking, breaking curfew and skipping school. But is…

One Christian Aid Worker Says the U.S. Needs to Do More to Help Refugees – Morning Edition Begins at Friday at 6am

Donald Trump sought the votes of evangelical Christians during his presidential campaign. One Evangelical Christian aid worker who helps resettle…

Jul 25, 2019

Senate Panel Report Details How Russians Interfered In 2016 Elections

NPR's Noel King talks to Michael Daniel, ex-cybersecurity coordinator and special adviser to President Obama, about interference in the 2016…

Jul 25, 2019

Members of the House Judiciary Committee question Special Counsel Mueller: some have gone on the attack, others have read sections of his report.…

Jul 23, 2019

FTC: Facebook's Zuckerberg Must Give Progress Reports To Regulators

The FTC and Facebook entered a new settlement over privacy violations. CEO Mark Zuckerberg must give quarterly progress reports directly to…

Jul 23, 2019

Mueller Testifies At House Panel Hearing

Jul 23, 2019

Mueller's Testimony Could Be A Letdown To Some, Rep. Himes Says

NPR's Noel King talks to Democratic Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, ahead of former special counsel…

President Trump, Congress Reach 2-Year Budget Deal

Jul 22, 2019

Lone In-N-Out Cheeseburger Found Thousands Of Miles From Its Home

Jul 22, 2019

'Avengers: Endgame' Surpasses 'Avatar' To Become Box Office King

Jul 21, 2019

Should a Patient Pay Half a Million Dollars for Kidney Dialysis? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

In Montana, a married couple are dealing with an urgent situation: his kidneys are failing - and insurance won't cover the procedures he needs. Now…

How A 10-Year-Old-Boy Helped Apollo 11 Return To Earth

A half century ago, America's dreams were realized in space. The power of U.S. innovation and spirit brought the Apollo 11 crew to the moon and back.…

Jul 18, 2019

Muncie Police And City Officials Solve Shelter's Excess Cat Problem

Jul 17, 2019

Rome is Known as the Eternal City. But Concerned Residents and Tourists Say it's a City of Eternal Garbage. Morning Edition Begins Wednesday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, in Rome, residents and tourists are tested by a trash crisis. Also, in North Carolina, President Trump rallies against…

Jul 14, 2019

Can Democrats Win More Religious Voters in Next Year's Election? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, how can Democrats win more religious voters in 2020? Their pursuit of key swing votes from a group their party has…

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Sen. Jon Tester of Montana about calls for U.S. Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to resign due to his role in…

On the next Morning Edition, President Trump has a grand plan for the Fourth of July celebration in Washington DC. Why DC residents are concerned…

Mets Honor Deceased World Series Winners But Some Are Still Alive

Jul 01, 2019

Federal Agents Joked About Migrant Deaths, Propublica Reports

Jul 01, 2019

Wimbledon: 15-Year-Old Competitor Defeats Venus Williams

Jun 30, 2019

Unpredictability Of Judging In Sports

Jun 30, 2019

Iran Says It Exceeded Enriched Uranium Cap

Jun 28, 2019

Not All ISIS Members are Being Punished, Some May Never See Justice - Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

On the next Morning Edition, a new study suggests that not all sitting is created equal. Some types may be more unhealthy than others. Also, in…

Jun 27, 2019

The Stonewall Inn’s Role in the Push for Queer Rights on Morning Edition – Friday at 6am

The Stonewall Inn is a sacred place for many in the LGBTQ community. How did violence outside the New York City bar help define the push for queer…

Will President Trump Focus on Lowering Prescription Drug Prices in 2020? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6am

Voters across party lines are concerned about the high price of prescription drugs. Lowering drug prices was a major focus of Donald Trump's 20-16…

Jun 20, 2019

With Tensions Rising Between the U.S. and Iran, Can We Still De-Escalate? Morning Edition Begins Friday at 6am

Iran insists it was defending its own airspace after shooting down a U-S military surveillance drone. The U-S says it was an unprovoked attack. Is…

Jun 20, 2019

Supreme Court Strikes Down Conviction Of Mississippi Man On Death Row For 22 Years

The Supreme Court has struck down the conviction of an African American death-row inmate who was prosecuted six times for the same crime and by the…

Supreme Court: Cross Can Stand On Public Land In Separation Of Church And State Case

Updated at 11:24 a.m. ET The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a 40-foot World War I memorial cross can stay on public land at a Maryland…

Ronald Reagan's former budget director, David Stockman, calls Art Laffer "the greatest Fake Economist to ever come down the pike." Laffer helped…

Caveat Emptor: Something To Keep In Mind When Shopping Online

Jun 17, 2019

Cake Decorators Confuse Mariah Carey With Marie Curie

Jun 16, 2019

Artist, Heiress And Designer Gloria Vanderbilt Dies At 95

Gloria Vanderbilt was an artist, heiress, designer and philanthropist who, for many Americans, may be best remembered for her blue jeans. She died at…

Jun 16, 2019

Replacing Plastic: Can Bacteria Help Us Break The Habit?

If civilizations are remembered for what they leave behind, our time might be labeled the Plastic Age. Plastic can endure for centuries. It's…

Jun 16, 2019

U.S. Soccer Team Advances At Women's World Cup In France

Jun 13, 2019

Architecture For Possible Nationwide Opioid Settlement Unveiled

Updated at 4:20 p.m. ET Attorneys for local governments across the country unveiled a plan Friday that they say would move the nation closer to a…

Jun 13, 2019

Possible Voice Of Frida Kahlo In Recording

Jun 13, 2019

Burt Reynolds' Belongings Up For Auction

Jun 12, 2019

A Closer Look At Trump's Remarks About Taking Information On A 2020 Rival

President Trump said Wednesday that he would accept a foreign government's dirt on a 2020 rival. A look at foreign election interference — the focus…

Rachel Martin talks to GOP Rep. Doug Collins about the House passed resolution that empowers a committee to go to court to enforce subpoenas as it…

Jun 11, 2019

Sanders And Warren Lead Democrats' 'Progressive Primary'

Jun 11, 2019

Want A Plastic Bag? Canadian Grocery Will Try To Shame You

Jun 11, 2019

D-Day Veteran Is Reunited With French Woman He Fell In Love With

Jun 11, 2019

NASA Engineers Try To Remedy Stuck Probe On Mars

An instrument on NASA's Mars InSight mission that was supposed to be driven into the planet's soil is stuck. It's designed to measure Mars's internal…

Jun 10, 2019

Southern Baptists Try Getting Ahead of a Looming Sexual Abuse Crisis on Morning Edition – Tuesday at 6am

Southern Baptists are assembling for their annual convention at a pivotal time. Leaders are expected to address declining membership, reports of sex…

On the next Morning Edition, we often think of pain as coming from an injury or illness. But childhood trauma can also leave a physical imprint on…

A D-Day Veteran Talks About the Mission the Changed WWII on Morning Edition - Thursday at 6am

It was 75 years ago when thousands of allied paratroopers took to the air, boarded planes, and dropped behind enemy lines. One of the last surviving…

Jun 05, 2019

Here's Another Example Of When Not To Call 911

Jun 05, 2019

FBI's Website Reveals A Case Involving Bigfoot

Jun 05, 2019

Higher, Better, Stronger, Faster — Brain Science Is Trying To Get There

Don't see the video? Click here. The tried and true way to improve at sports, or music or anything, really, is practice. What if we could master…

Jun 04, 2019

What Happens When Teachers Do Not Report Their Handling of Troubled Children? Morning Edition Begins at 6am

Secluding and restraining children in public schools is a controversial practice. Some think it makes classrooms safer. But what if the schools don't…

Jun 04, 2019

A D-Day Veteran Talks About the Mission the Changed WWII - ME Begins Thursday at 6am

It was 75 years ago when thousands of allied paratroopers took to the air, boarded planes, and dropped behind enemy lines.

What Happens When Teachers Do Not Report Their Handling of Troubled Children? ME Begins at 6am

Secluding and restraining children in public schools is a controversial practice. Some think it makes classrooms safer.

Jun 01, 2019

Can Cell Phone Companies Stop the Death of the Phone Call? Morning Edition Begins Monday at 6 am

The growing epidemic of phone spam is killing the old-fashioned voice call and costing Americans billions of dollars.

May 30, 2019

Opening Arguments From 2020 Candidate and Washington Governor Jay Inslee – ME Begins at 6 am

Jay Inslee. Credit: Karen Ducey/Getty Images/via NPRIn competitive sports, women and men are placed in separate categories. But a recent court ruling…

May 21, 2019

100 Years Ago This Week, House Passes Bill Advancing 19th Amendment

It's been a century since the House passed a bill advancing the women's suffrage movement. Steve Inskeep talks to commentator Cokie Roberts, who…

May 21, 2019

May 16, 2019

Architect I.M. Peii, Who Designed Many Iconic Structures, Dies At 102

May 16, 2019

Architect I.M. Pei, Who Designed Many Iconic Structures, Dies At 102

May 15, 2019

Construction Crew Finds Kittens After Hearing Meowing From Steel Column

May 15, 2019

Announcing The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest Winner

NPR's Noel King talks to columnist and commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions on the history of how the government has responded…

May 07, 2019

Why Some 2020 Democratic Presidential Contenders Embrace Fox Town Halls

Democrats tend to view Fox News as a source of right-wing bias in its day-to-day news coverage. But despite that, some Democratic presidential…

May 06, 2019

26 Million South Africans Are Eligible To Vote In Wednesday's Election

May 06, 2019

Why An American Soldier in China During World War II Stayed and Became a Chinese Revolutionary - Morning Edition Begins at 6am

Morning Edition