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Tulsi Gabbard faces a barrage of questions during her confirmation hearing
by Jenna McLaughlin
Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's embattled pick for national intelligence director, was grilled about whether she might clash with intelligence officers during her Senate confirmation hearing.
President Biden and former President Trump face off in CNN debate next week
Next week, President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump will face off in a presidential debate on CNN. The network announced the rules this weekend.
The film 'Boys Don't Cry' turns 25 this year. What's its legacy?
by Scott Detrow
The film Boys Don't Cry came out 25 years ago. A lot has changed in trans representation since then. NPR's Scott Detrow discusses this with the film's director, Kimberly Pierce.
Tejano music legend Johnny Canales dies at 77
Alt.Latino host Felix Contreras speaks with All Things Considered host Scott Detrow about the TV host who helped Tex-Mex music transcend borders.
Need help finding your way? Life Kit has tips on improving your sense of direction
by Andrew Limbong
NPR's Life Kit offers tips on how to improve your sense of direction.
'Inheriting' podcast explores how historic events shape AAPI families
A new podcast from LAist Studios and the NPR Network explores how events that played out decades ago shape AAPI families today.
Former federal judge deciphers Aileen Cannon's judicial choices in Trump case
by Scott Detrow
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with retired judge Shira Scheindlin about what stands out to her about how the judge overseeing former President Trump's Florida classified documents case is proceeding.
Olympic swimming trials get underway in Indianapolis as Chinese doping scandal grows
The U.S. Olympic swimming trials begin Saturday in Indianapolis. While U.S. athletes aim to qualify for the Paris Games next month, a Chinese doping scandal is overshadowing the events.
What to expect at the 77th annual Tony Awards
by Jeff Lunden
Dig into the nominees and learn about the likely winners.
Chaka Khan tells us something good at the Tiny Desk
NPR's Tiny Desk is celebrating Black Music Month with a series of concerts lead by women, including Chaka Khan. NPR's Juana Summers sat down with the "Queen of Funk" after the show.
Readings scores rise for Chicago kids
by Sarah Karp
When it comes to large school districts—Chicago has seen vast improvement with reading scores for elementary school students exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
My Unsung Hero: Mary Fran Lyons
On this week's "My Unsung Hero" from Hidden Brain, cancer patient, Mary Fran, was self-conscious about her wig. Then a stranger told her she was going to be okay.
Review: House of the Dragon season 2 returns to Westeros
by Eric Deggans
HBO's Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon returns for its second season Sunday. NPR's Eric Deggans says it's a poignant story, if you can sort through all the names and backstory to keep up.