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Baked, fried or fileted: Fish dishes can link us to our histories
by Ari Daniel
The food we grow up with says a lot about our heritage and community. Researchers are on a mission to connect people to local fishers — and introduce more Americans to a more diverse array of seafood.
A new version of the 1977 Star Wars features a dub in a Native American language
A new version of the 1977 classic Star Wars opens in Minnesota theaters, now dubbed over in Ojibwe -- the indigenous language of one of the largest Native American tribes in the United States.
How extreme weather can have long-lasting consequences for community health
Extreme weather events like tornadoes can happen in minutes, but the effect of these disasters have on the community can be long-lasting.
Video game Black Myth Wukong explores traditional mythology
by Katia Riddle
The new video game Black Myth: Wukong is one of the most popular video games in the world -- and yet another adaptation of the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West.
When Putin visited Mongolia, he could have been arrested. Here's why he wasn't
by Mary Louise Kelly
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to David Bosco, professor at Indiana University, about Mongolia’s decision not to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite a warrant from the ICC.
Presidential campaign cycle reaches final countdown as early voting approaches
by Ari Shapiro
After Labor Day, the presidential campaign cycle is counting down the final days with early voting starting in some states later this month.
How taking care of chickens can make exercise easier and more rewarding
by Michaeleen Doucleff
Not motivated to get to the gym? NPR’s Michaeleen Doucleff explores how functional exercise, such as gardening or taking care of chickens, racks up steps and squats.
Longtime NYS official charged with secretly aiding China
by Ari Shapiro
Linda Sun worked for Democratic state officials in New York. She and her husband face charges they were also secretly working for China's communist party. They were arrested Tuesday on Long Island.
Heirloom fruit varieties could help in protecting against climate change
Orchards established by Mormon pioneers are still producing fruit in Utah. Experts say heirloom fruit varieties can be insurance against climate change, even as hotter summers threaten those trees.
A cable TV dispute is disrupting the industry at a crucial time
by Mary Louise Kelly
A dispute between Disney and DirecTV is interrupting broadcasts, limiting access to the U.S. open, the start of college football season and more during a crucial time for the industry.
Ballistic missile strike kills dozens at Ukrainian military installation
by Ari Shapiro
Russian missile strikes on a city in central Ukraine today killed at least 51 people and wounded more than 200. Ukrainian authorities say it’s the deadliest attack of the year.
How a stranger's kind words changed an exhausted traveler's day
In this week's Unsung Hero, a fatigued traveler is injected with hope and optimism with four words from a stranger: "I got you, girl."
U.S. archery wins, swimming controversy and more in Paralympic Games
by Matt Ozug
With the Paralympics in their second week, NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Washington Post reporter Roman Stubbs on the biggest storylines of the 2024 games.