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These missionaries have volunteered at a dozen disaster sites this year
by Jeff Brady
Volunteers from across the country are in southern Appalachia to help with recovery from Hurricane Helene. Among them are a Texas couple who have volunteered at a dozen disaster sites this year.
Rebecca Black Releases 10th Anniversary Remix Of 'Friday'
Ten years ago this week, Rebecca Black's song "Friday" was released. If you were anywhere near the Internet then, you may have distinct feelings about the song.
German Actors Say Now Is The Time. Stage Mass Coming Out
Over 180 German actors who identify themselves as members of the LGBTQ+ community signed a manifesto calling for changes in the industry. NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer talks to actor Jules Elting.
Trump May Face Charges As States Broaden Criminal Investigations
by Andrea Bernstein
Former President Donald Trump faces numerous legal problems now that he's out of office. There are at least two state-level investigations tied to Trump — one in New York, the other in Georgia.
Planet Money: Fine And Punishment
by Sarah Gonzalez
After someone serves their prison time, pays their debt to society, they often face another round of actual debt. Fees can pile up, and often, the fees have nothing to do with the crime.
Ringing In The Year Of The Ox Will Be A Largely Virtual Event
The Smithsonian is hosting virtual Lunar New Year events for the public. The Shanghai Quartet will perform "Eight Folk Songs" by composer Zhou Long. Morning Edition got a sneak peak.
News Brief: Trump Trial, States Investigate Trump, Yoshiro Mori Resigns
House impeachment managers wrap their case, now it's time for Trump's attorneys. Separately, there are multiple state cases investigating Trump. Head of Tokyo Olympic organizing committee resigns.
Iowa Couple's Wrong Lottery Number Leads To An Even Bigger Win
Barbara Haley, who's been playing the same numbers for more than 30 years, thought she won $300. But her husband had entered an eight instead of nine. That mistake made their ticket worth $150,000.
2 Recipes For 2: You And Your Valentine
by Noel King
Shortage Of Computer Chips Forces Automakers To Curtail Production
by Camila Domonoske
The auto industry is grappling with a shortage of computer chips that is forcing companies to cut back production of some vehicles. Some new cars, already in short supply, might get harder to find.