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A musician on a U.S. tour is turning audiences into a 'pub choir'
by Adam Bearne
An Australian musician is touring the U.S., turning everyday people into a choir capable of beautiful harmonies.
Georgia's new nuclear plant is expected to make a dent in state's carbon emissions
by Emily Jones
The nation's first new nuclear reactor in over 40 years is about to go into full operation in Georgia. But it comes at a steep cost to electricity customers and follows years of construction delays.
Why weren't mental health resources used before San Antonio police killed a woman?
by Paul Flahive
The three San Antonio police officers charged with the murder of a woman experiencing a mental health episode had crisis intervention training. Advocates say it wasn't enough.
Politicians want tougher police action against drug dealers — a move that cost lives
New research suggests the war on drugs is hurting people with addiction, but lawmakers from both parties are demanding tougher crime policies to curb fentanyl overdoses.
Scientists have found part of the brain that triggers out-of-body experiences
by Jon Hamilton
Scientists have pinpointed a special part of the brain that, when stimulated, appears to produce out-of-body experiences. (Story aired on All Things Considered on July 3, 2023.)
Major sticking point to buying an electric vehicle is the lack of public chargers
The No. 1 concern of prospective electric vehicle owners is the availability of charging stations.
Implications of Israel's incursion into the occupied West Bank on peace prospects
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Khaled Elgindy of the Middle East Institute about this week's Israeli incursion in the West Bank, and whether there are any chances for peace.
In Beijing, Yellen set to meet with China's premier and economic officials
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen opens a visit to China Thursday. Will her trip help thaw a frosty bilateral relationship?
Designer Aurora James aims to right a wrong by taking on exclusion in fashion
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with fashion designer Aurora James about her memoir Wildflower. In it, she details her winding path in the cut-throat world of high fashion.
Study examines what aspects of mental health are tied to doing well in math, English
by Michaeleen Doucleff
A new study suggests that helping teens feel competent and purposeful may help their grades more than just focusing on their happiness.
California is taking an unprecedented step to save Joshua trees
by Caleigh Wells
California lawmakers have agreed to create a conservation plan to help protect the western Joshua tree, which faces extinction due to climate change. (Story aired on ATC on July 5, 2023.)
Why Turkey is opposed to Sweden's bid to join NATO
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Alper Coskun, former deputy permanent representative for Turkey's NATO mission, about Turkey's objection to Sweden's NATO bid.
Treasury Secretary Yellen heads to China in the latest attempt to smooth relations
NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Arthur Kroeber author of China's Economy: What Everyone Needs to Know, about the state of U.S.-China interdependence ahead of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's visit.