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.
Future has dropped three chart-topping albums in just six months
by Stephen Thompson
This week, the rapper Future hit #1 on Billboard's albums chart for a third time in the last six months. Meanwhile, on the songs, chart, stasis is becoming the coin of the realm.
Colorado kids break a record for the longest hopscotch course
The 4.37 mile long hopscotch course exceeds a Guinness World Record of 4.1 miles set by Georgia Tech students.
Ukraine and Russia will be in focus as Biden speaks to U.N. General Assembly
by Franco Ordoñez
President Biden addresses the U.N. General Assembly with Russia's war in Ukraine — and the impact on world food supplies — in sharp focus.
Gov. DeSantis is facing a lawsuit from the migrants he sent to Martha's Vineyard
by Tovia Smith
Migrants who were flown to Martha's Vineyard are suing Florida's governor and other state officials, alleging they were promised jobs and other benefits and lied to about their destination.
Veterans of the civil rights movement of the 1960s see similarities today
by John Burnett
America was polarized during the civil rights movement in the 1960s. Veterans from the movement say the racial backlash they feel today is reminiscent of the recoil they faced in 1968.
The U.S. dollar is strong right now. But not everyone is happy about that
by David Gura
Compared to many world currencies, the dollar is the strongest it's been in decades. That's affecting the global economy and how business gets done.
Beer lovers aren't going to be happy about the U.S. carbon dioxide shortage
A carbon dioxide shortage is starting to affect the beer brewing industry.
States dependent on Colorado River wonder if desalination could help the water supply
by Alex Hager
Severe drought has states dependent on the Colorado River looking at alternatives. Desalinating seawater may be a viable supplement to some areas, but likely can't fix much of the river's deficit.
Morning news brief
Vladimir Putin declares a "partial mobilization" of Russia's armed forces. Migrants sent to Martha's vineyard file a lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis. And, Puerto Rico begins recovery efforts from Fiona.
This midterm season, the role of the debate has changed
by Don Gonyea
Debates are a tradition in American politics. But in this year's midterms, there are fewer events where candidates share a stage.
Immigration is at the forefront in Massachusetts after migrants arrived
by Anthony Brooks
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' controversial scheme to fly migrants to Martha's Vineyard has brought immigration front and center for Massachusetts politicians.
Russian history professor breaks down Putin's latest speech
Sergey Radchenko, professor of Russian history at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies takes a look at Putin's speech declaring a partial mobilization in Russia.
Top Zelenskyy advisor discusses Ukraine's latest military moves
A top advisor to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks to NPR about the latest Ukrainian military advances and Russia's plan to hold a referendum in territory it occupies.