Morning Edition
Weekdays 5:00-9:00am
6:51: Marketplace Morning Report
8:51: Marketplace Morning Report
Waking up is hard to do, but it's easier with NPR's Morning Edition. Hosts Renee Montagne, Steve Inskeep, and David Greene bring the day's stories and news to radio listeners on the go. Morning Edition provides news in context, airs thoughtful ideas and commentary, and reviews important new music, books, and events in the arts. All with voices and sounds that invite listeners to experience the stories.
Alejandro Arcos, a mayor in Mexico, was killed just one week after he took office
by Emily Green
Only a week in office and the mayor of a small Mexican town is assassinated -- as cartel violence continues to spiral out of control.
What Happens Next? The Aftermath Of An Iranian Scientist's Assassination
by Geoff Brumfiel
The killing of a top Iranian scientist last week will likely complicate efforts to restart the Iran nuclear deal. Will Iran really throw out nuclear weapons inspectors?
Sorting Out Who Would Get The 1st Doses Of A COVID-19 Vaccine
As the U.S. moves closer to getting a COVID-19 vaccine approved, which groups will receive it first? NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Lynn Bahta, a member of the CDC's vaccine advisory panel.
Artists Gather For Rare Act Of Defiance Against Cuban Regime
by Carrie Kahn
Hundreds of artists in Cuba were able to do something unprecedented, visibly protest against the communist regime. Their peaceful demonstration called for greater freedom of expression.
Koala Found In Australian Family's Christmas Tree
Amanda McCormick's video shows a koala clinging onto the tree. A rescue team arrived to help, and the koala is in good health. Someone on social media commented, "This is a true Aussie Christmas."
Decorators Find New Use For Expensive Halloween Decoration
Some people are keeping up the 12-ft feet tall skeletons. The news website Insider posts photos of skeletons with Christmas lights, presents, ornaments, and Santa hats.
Afghan Government, Taliban Reach Breakthrough To Proceed With Peace Talks
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Saad Mohseni, CEO of the Afghan media company Moby Group, about news of a preliminary deal between the Afghan government and the Taliban.
Maryland Teen Designs App To Help Families Dealing With Type 1 Diabetes
How would you respond to a life-altering diagnosis? Drew Mendelow, 13, of Gaithersburg, Md., found out. He in turn designed a free app called T1D1, designed to help patients with Type 1 diabetes.
News Brief: COVID-19 Bill, Trump Mulls 2024, Doctors Call For Climate Action
Top Democrats back off demands for a larger COVID-19 relief bill. Sources tell NPR that President Trump is considering a run in 2024. Plus, new reports say climate change is making people sick.
Adding Red Seaweed To Cow Feed Could Cut Bovine Flatulence
Seaweed can potentially help fight climate change. Research shows that a specific type of seaweed can cut cows' methane production by up to 98%.