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A new Louisiana law will re-classify misoprostol as a dangerous controlled substance
A new Louisiana law in effect Oct. 1 will re-classify misoprostol as a dangerous controlled substance. It's used in medication abortions, but also for postpartum hemorrhage and other obstetric issues.
A man forgot his shirt for an interview — a stranger gave him the one off his back
About 15 years ago, Oliver Muensterer had to travel a few hours away for an important job interview. While getting ready, he realized he forgot his dress shirt.
Big wins and legal battles: How unions old and new did in 2023
Established labor unions won big at the bargaining table in 2023, but newly-formed unions remained mired in legal battles with companies who continue to fight their existence.
The poinsettia's complicated history
Renewed interest in the poinsettia's colonialist roots have led to some people calling the flower by its native name.
A new push for hockey neck guards
In the New Year, both the NHL and NCAA will discuss making neck guards for hockey players mandatory. That's after the death of hockey players injured in games the last two years.
Growing overseas retailers might be giving Amazon a run for its money
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with reporter Amanda Mull about her recent piece in The Atlantic, "The End of Amazon."
All Music Considered: Video game tunes
by Vincent Acovino
The directors of All Things Considered are the people who choose much of the music you hear on the show. NPR's Scott Detrow talks with director Vincent Acovino about video game music.
Hot tip: Microwave-mulled wine on Christmas Eve
NPR's Scott Detrow tries to spread holiday cheer by reviving an old office holiday tradition: making mulled wine in the microwave at work on Christmas Eve.
Peso Pluma tops the 2023 YouTube chart
Peso Pluma is YouTube's most viewed artist of the year in the U.S. The Mexican music phenom beat out Taylor Swift, Drake, YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Bad Bunny for the top spot.
What makes a good Christmas movie
by Linda Holmes
As families around the country watch their favorite Christmas films, NPR's Scott Detrow finds out what makes for a good Christmas movie.
Ukraine is celebrating Christmas on the Western calendar this year
by Joanna Kakissis
Ukraine has shifted Christmas from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar, further distancing itself from Russian tradition.
A subdued Christmas Eve in Bethlehem
by Jason DeRose
Churches in the Holy Land have canceled big Christmas celebrations in favor of quieter, somber worship services. The move is meant to draw attention to the violence in Gaza and the West Bank.