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Green Party Raises More Than $5 Million In Election Recount Effort

4:32pm November 25, 2016

Jill Stein, the Green Party candidate for president this year, has pledged to request recounts in swing states that Donald Trump narrowly won. Stein claims it's an effort to ensure the integrity of the results. But experts say there's no evidence of hacking or other irregularities. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Shane Harris, correspondent for The Daily Beast.

Experts Say Russian Propaganda Helped Spread Fake News During Election

4:32pm November 25, 2016

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Washington Post reporter Craig Timberg about the role of Russian propaganda and the flood of "fake news" this election season.

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'Atlas Obscura' Explores Roots Of The So-Called Mid-Atlantic Accent

4:32pm November 25, 2016

Ever watched an old movie or listened to recordings of Franklin Roosevelt's fireside chats, and wondered where that accent comes from? Dan Nosowitz decided to look into that and wrote about it for Atlas Obscura. Turns out the roads to an early 20th century American pseudo-British accent lead back to a Canadian elocution teacher, Edith Skinner and her book, Speak with Distinction.

College Football Fans Abroad Prepare For Thanksgiving Weekend Games

4:32pm November 25, 2016

There's no day bigger than the Saturday after Thanksgiving for college football rivalries. Even fans abroad make a point of tuning in. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with a Michigan fan in London and an Ohio State fan in the Netherlands about their matchup.

Holiday Shoppers Expected To Spend Most Money Online

4:32pm November 25, 2016

by Sonari Glinton

Early indications are that Black Friday will be healthy for retailers, But analysts say the Black Friday fever has broken. Almost all the growth in holiday retail sales are in online and mobile shopping. One in six holiday dollars will be spent online giving consumers more bargaining power.

Barry Williams Remembers His TV Mom, 'Brady Bunch' Star Florence Henderson

4:32pm November 25, 2016

Florence Henderson, who played the matriarch on The Brady Bunch, has died at the age of 82. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Barry Williams, who played the part of the eldest Brady child, Greg.

Donald McGahn, general counsel for the Trump transition team, gets into an elevator in the lobby at Trump Tower last week. On Friday, President-elect Trump announced McGahn would be his White House counsel.

Trump Picks Former FEC Chairman As His White House Counsel

2:50pm November 25, 2016

by Carrie Johnson

Unlike many people in Trump's inner circle, Donald McGahn has deep roots in the nation's capital. He led the Federal Election Commission and worked for the National Republican Congressional Committee.

One of the many signs hung throughout the house where Kendall Patterson had her dinner with family. It was a reminder to check politics at the door — and, Patterson hopes, possibly a tradition for years to come.

Thanksgiving Miracles And Mishaps: Your Dispatches From The Dinner Table

1:46pm November 25, 2016

by NPR Staff

After an especially brutal election season, many dreaded — or even evaded — the difficult family conversations at Thanksgiving. Now, with the holiday in the books, listeners tell us their stories.

Going outside the day after Thanksgiving could be the perfect opportunity to get take a new portrait. People could also just enjoy the surrounding nature.

Black Friday May Start Looking A Little Greener With These Alternatives

1:33pm November 25, 2016

by Wynne Davis

People often reflect on what they're grateful for on Thanksgiving, but then go crazy for Black Friday deals in stores and online. But for some people a family hike is better than a store's deal.

President-elect Donald Trump walks through the lobby of The New York Times building following a meeting with editors at the paper last week.

A Washington Transition For Trump, And For The Rest Of Us

12:43pm November 25, 2016

by Ron Elving

For many who had thought they knew what to expect — either from the election itself or from a prospective Trump presidency — this is a time of transition to reality.