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Journalist Bob Woodward weighs in on Biden's presidency in new book 'War'

6:24pm October 16, 2024

by Scott Detrow

NPR's Scott Detrow continues his interview with journalist Bob Woodward about his book War, which details how the Biden administration has navigated Russia’s war with Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war.

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A man's colorful obituary for his father has gone viral

6:20pm October 16, 2024

by Tinbete Ermyas

An obituary posted on Facebook mentions Robert Adolph Boehm’s habit of wearing unconventional hats, his possibly dangerous hobbies and his "last unintelligible and likely unnecessary curse."

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Actor Gael Garcia Bernal talks about finding his home in the theater for 'Wild Card'

5:56pm October 16, 2024

Actor Gael Garcia Bernal draws a question from the Wild Card deck and talks about feeling at home in the theater.

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'Super/Man' shows Christopher Reeve's humanity, before and after his accident

5:43pm October 16, 2024

by Elena Burnett

NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Alexandra Reeve Givens about a new documentary about her dad, Christopher Reeve. Super/Man is the story of his life before and after his life-changing accident.

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Millions of pounds of meat are being recalled. Here's what to look for in your fridge

12:41pm October 16, 2024

Over 11 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry were recalled over listeria concerns, affecting salads, wraps, frozen meals and more from popular chains like Target, Trader Joe's and Walmart.

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A polarizing, provocative French novelist says he’s written his last book

11:56am October 16, 2024

Michel Houellebecq is a controversial literary superstar. His new book, Annihilation, centers on a middle-aged Paris bureaucrat in a sexless marriage. It's slow to start, but still holds surprises.

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The once extremely popular kiss lock handbag is making a comeback

7:12am October 16, 2024

by Mansee Khurana

Bags with fancy clasps, like those popular in the early 1900s, are back in style. A look at how fashion seems to always come back around.

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John Holiday: Tiny Desk Concert

5:00am October 16, 2024

The countertenor’s sparkling personality shines brightly in a wide ranging set that includes jazz, classical and spirituals.

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Author argues American democracy has not been designed for use by Black people

4:44am October 16, 2024

by Michel Martin

Washington Post op–ed writer Theodore R. Johnson discusses his new book --- "If We Are Brave, Essay from Black Americana" -- an examination of democracy, race and Black voters in the United States.

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Actor Al Pacino reflects on his biggest roles

6:18pm October 15, 2024

by Marc Rivers

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with actor Al Pacino about his career and biggest roles.

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