New documentary 'Dusty & Stones' showcases country music's global reach
NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Jesse Rudoy, director of the documentary "Dusty & Stones," about the African country music duo of the same name.
U.S. troops head to Poland
U.S. troops from the 82nd Airborne Division have been boarding planes bound for Eastern Europe. This comes amidst escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Hate crimes trial begins for men who killed Ahmaud Arbery
A jury has been selected and opening arguments begun in the federal hate crimes trial against three white men in Georgia who were previously convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.
Judge to dismiss Sarah Palin lawsuit against 'New York Times'
A federal judge will dismiss Sarah Palin's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times even as the jury continues to deliberate.
Rep. Michael McCaul on the latest in Ukraine
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Texas Rep. Michael McCaul, top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, about the situation in Ukraine.
Los Angeles celebrates its Super Bowl victory
Football fans in LA are still celebrating the Rams' Super Bowl win. The party didn't just take place inside the stadium. It carried on for miles around.
Olympics: Women's single figure skating begins with drama
In women's individual figure skating, the gold medal favorite — Russia's Kamila Valieva — has been cleared to keep competing despite testing positive for a banned substance before the Olympics.
Marlon James talks new novel 'Moon Witch, Spider King'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with bestselling author Marlon James about his latest novel, Moon Witch, Spider King.
Economist explains record corporate profits despite rising inflation
NPR's Michel Martin talks with economics professor Isabella Weber about the price hikes and inflation occurring alongside skyrocketing corporate profits.
Music critic talks standout tracks on Mary J. Blige album 'Good Morning Gorgeous'
Music journalist and Mary. J. Blige superfan Julianne Escobedo Shepherd reviews a few songs from the singer's latest album, Good Morning Gorgeous.
'How to Not Die Alone' author on modern dating
Ahead of Valentine's Day, NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Logan Ury, author of How to Not Die Alone: The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love, about how to find love in today's world
Iraq struggles to form government as country faces a series of challenges
Four months after parliamentary elections Iraqi leaders are still struggling to form their leadership. Meanwhile Iraqis endure shortages and frustration.