A deep dive on U.S. reading and math scores, and what to do about them
New research drills down on poor student achievement and notes some school districts that are beating the odds.
'A Most Violent Year' Captures You And Doesn't Let Go
The new film A Most Violent Year is written and directed by J.C. Chandor. The crime drama starring Jessica Chastain takes place in New York City in 1981, one of the city's most violent years.
Hockey's Doc Emrick And His 153 Verbs
Hockey announcer Mike "Doc" Emrick is that rare play-by-play man who is both an authority on the game and a connoisseur of the language.
Morning Edition Book Club Selects Its First Read
The first pick, selected by author Ann Patchett, is the gripping story of the rescue of 33 Chilean miners in 2010. The miners' ordeal is laid out by journalist Hector Tobar in Deep Down Dark.
Aaron Rodgers' Good Luck Ritual Caught On TV
When playing at home, the Green Bay Packer's quarterback tugs on the beard of a communications technician, who works on the sidelines. Green Bay has won all of its home games this season.
Netflix Can Help Kids Get To Bed Early New Year's Eve
Netflix is providing an on demand countdown to midnight — which you can play earlier.
Need A New Year's Ritual? We Have Some Ideas
Across the country and the world, people will ring in the New Year with rituals. Steve Inskeep reports on a few — including taking a plunge in to the freezing Irish Sea on New Year's Day.