Religious Walking Tour Maps Out The History Of Muslims In New York City
As she leads free walking tours through Harlem, Katie Merriman highlights the ways in which the history of Muslims is part of the history of New York City.
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The News Roundup - International
We unpack the NBA vs. China, U.S. troops moving out of northern Syria as Turkey moves in, trade negotiations and more.
A Look At The History Of The U.S. Alliance With The Kurds
As a new round of fighting begins in Syria, NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Bilal Wahab of the Washington Institute about the history of the military alliance between the U.S. and the Kurds.
The Great Legacy Of The Great Recession
For some, the economy roared back after the recession. But some never recovered.
Reversing The 'Brain Drain' In Rural America
In some cases, it may be a story of "brain gain" instead of "brain drain."
The Past, Present And Future Of American Beer
"Beer is not the answer. Beer is not the question. Yes is the answer."
Bostonians Lament Loss Of 137-Year-Old Pub And Its Trove Of History
Doyle's Café has been in business since 1882, but the owner is closing up shop later this month. Locals are portraying this as yet another nail in the coffin of Boston history and tradition.
The Story Of José Feliciano's World Series Guitar
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to comedian Aasif Mandvi, host of the Lost at The Smithsonian podcast, about the history behind the guitar Jose Feliciano used to perform at the 1968 World Series.
Infrared Imaging Gives Researchers Better View Of Contents On Ancient Papyrus Scroll
After more than 200 years, with the help of infrared imaging technology, physicists have been able to finally read what's on the back of a draft of Philodemus' History of the Academy.
Diahann Carroll, Groundbreaking Television And Broadway Star, Dead At 84
Carroll is remembered as the first black actress to depict a non-stereotypical character on television on NBC's Julia, which debuted in 1968. She was also a Tony winner and Oscar nominee.