The fantasia of Angelo Badalamenti, veil-piercing composer
Among other things Badalamenti's music, soft and bizarre and surging, was an emotional compass for the uncanny creations of director David Lynch.
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Popular global TikToks of 2022: Bad Bunny leads the fluffle!
TikTok is more than just goofy dances and challenges. Here are some of the most widely viewed — and engaging — global TikToks of the year.
Emotional testimony, recanting witnesses: Week one of the Tory Lanez assault trial
Rapper Tory Lanez is on trial for allegedly shooting rapper Megan Thee Stallion. Louder Than A Riot host Sidney Madden discusses the first week of testimony from outside the courthouse.
What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening.
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Making Shazam playlists, Chris Klimek's annual mixtape, NPR Best Music of 2022 and more.
Why Hot Wheels are one of the most inflation-proof toys in American history
Inflation, the curse of our pocketbooks and the Federal Reserve, has hit almost every good in the U.S. But the price of a beloved toy has managed to hover around $1 — for more than 50 years.
'Iron Man,' 'Super Fly' and 'Carrie' are inducted into the National Film Registry
Every year, the Library of Congress adds 25 films to the National Film Registry to be preserved for posterity. This year's selections include Hairspray and When Harry Met Sally.
Adam Sandler wins the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The Kennedy Center has announced Adam Sandler as the winner of this year's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Sandler's credits include SNL, Happy Gilmore, Grown Ups, The Wedding Singer and Hustle.
World Cup fever sparks joy in hospitals
Winter can be hard, especially in the halls of healing. A doctor shares how this year's World Cup has become the holiday event she and others didn't know they needed.
A fan paid to stay in a replica of DJ Khaled's sneaker closet
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with DJ Khaled fan Daniel Wubneh about staying in an Airbnb that is a replica of the hip-hop star's sneaker closet.
Santas gather by the thousands to drink and be merry at SantaCon NYC
The annual SantaCon celebration is back in New York City this Saturday.