A sibling spark fuels Isata Kanneh-Mason’s 'Mendelssohn' album
The rising young pianist, from a family of seven musical siblings, offers dynamic music by brother and sister Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn.
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Olivia Reeves wins first U.S. weightlifting Olympic gold medal in 24 years
U.S. weightlifter Olivia Reeves won a gold medal in her Olympic debut. She lifted a total of 262 kilograms, or roughly 577 pounds to bring home the U.S.'s first weightlifting gold since 2000.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins Olympic gold in face of political controversy
For two weeks, political controversy and online harassment had loomed over Khelif's participation in the Olympics. On Friday, she claimed Olympic gold and called her critics the "enemies of success."
Sha'Carri Richardson aces anchor leg in 4x100m relay win with meme-worthy look
The U.S. women blitzed the field to win the 4x100m relay at the Paris Olympics. A few minutes later, in the men's 4x100m relay, the U.S. men were disqualified after a poor baton handoff.
Elon Musk is bringing lawsuits to Texas. A judge with Tesla stock keeps hearing them
Judge Reed O’Connor is overseeing two major lawsuits filed by billionaire Elon Musk. Legal experts have raised questions about the judge’s impartiality.
Microsoft detects fake news sites linked to Iran aimed at meddling in U.S. election
Researchers at Microsoft's Threat Analysis Center say Iran was behind four fake news sites geared toward amplifying polarizing messages to both liberal and conservative audiences.
FDA gives thumbs down to MDMA for now, demanding further research
The much-anticipated decision has rattled supporters of psychedelic therapies. The drugmaker says it will ask the agency to reconsider.
Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., Harris' sorority, forms a political action committee
Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., Kamala Harris' sorority, has formed a political action committee to support federal candidates.
What's Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and reading
Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Blue Ribbon Baking Championship on Netflix, Lev Grossman's novel The Bright Sword, and more.
USA's Rai Benjamin bests world record holder to win 400m hurdles Olympic gold
After winning silver at the Tokyo Games, the 27-year-old traded spots on the podium in Paris with Norwegian Karsten Warholm, the defending gold medalist.