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The possible origins of Friday the 13th and other unlucky days
The superstition of Friday the 13th isn’t as old as you think. Here are some of the potential origins of unlucky days around the world.
How war has changed Russian society
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Nina Khrushcheva, the great-granddaughter of Nikita Khrushchev, about her visit to Russia and how life has changed during its war on Ukraine.
One of the first Black teachers at a mostly white school recounts her challenges
We hear from a Black teacher who helped integrate a mostly white public school in Punta Gorda, Florida in 1970.
What Ukrainians are expecting, one year after Russia invaded
by Leila Fadel
One year to the day after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the country is transformed. What's ahead as the war enters its second year and how are Ukrainians thinking about the future?
China wants peace talks between Ukraine and Russia to begin as soon as possible
by John Ruwitch
China has called for a ceasefire in Ukraine, and for peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow.
Jonathan Majors is ready to be a critical darling
by Ayesha Rascoe
Actor Jonathan Majors is already part of the conversation for next year's Oscars. Ayesha Rascoe looks at how his career has taken off, with two big movies out now and another on the way.
One year of war in Ukraine; China wants peace; access to an abortion drug is at risk
Life in Russia and Ukraine has changed one year into the war. China wants the war to end as soon as possible. Plus, doctors are looking for options as an abortion medication's access is at risk.
Moscow observes a holiday honoring its armed forces one year after Russia invaded Ukraine
Today marks one year since Russia launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine. Russian president Vladimir Putin shows no sign of backing down.
Morning news brief
Where do Americans stand with the debt ceiling debate? At least 11 Palestinians are dead after a raid by Israeli military forces. The White House unveils new rules for asylum-seekers at the border.
Democrats warn against the release of Jan. 6 tapes to Fox News host Tucker Carlson
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi, who led the panel that investigated the Jan. 6 attacks, about the risk of giving access to security footage to Carlson.
Not long after their wedding ceremony, a N.C. couple said they wanted out
The newlyweds and members of the wedding party were stuck for hours in a hotel elevator that stopped between floors. Firefighters had to turn to a rope rigging system to get members of the party out.