In this episode of Talking History, Djene and Patrick speak with Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi about the changing balance of power in the Persian Gulf.
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The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, Harmeet Dhillon, is out after 18 tumultuous months in charge.
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Reflection, renewal. On this episode, we provide a musical reset for the mind. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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A man calls forth magical spirits in an effort to find his long-missing girlfriend in this new British comedy-fantasy. Original and surprising, Small Prophets imbues daily life with poetic touches.
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Lee's new novel is about the promise and perils for Koreans who pursue a Western education. Her previous book, the 2017 novel Pachinko, was a finalist for a National Book Award.
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NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: How Yung Miami's summer bop became a sweeping indictment.
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A prosecutor described Brand as a ruthless, calculating, manipulative "sexual predator." Brand, 51, denied the charges, saying he had never forced anyone to do something against their will.
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The team took on Lincoln University at home.
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Director Gretchen Teague discussed the stories that inspired the musical and why it was chosen for Drury students to perform.
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A new report finds generational wealth is widening the divide between homebuyers and those priced out. The median age of first-time buyers also remains at a record high.
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Voters rejected Amendment 3, the Missouri measure that would have prohibited most abortions except in cases of rape, incest or some medical emergencies, with approximately 45% backing the ban.
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A new study looks at the recommended amount of daily exercise for adolescents — and how few are getting it.
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Democrats ran on lowering costs and stamping out corruption. Now that they've won, party leaders will have to unite a sometimes fractious caucus to fulfill those pledges.
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand spoke with Morning Edition about Democrats' priorities, from lowering costs to ending the Iran war. But questions remain about how they'll deliver.
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Speaker Mike Johnson won't stay on as GOP leader in the House when the new Congress convenes in January. His decision follows crushing losses by Republicans in the midterm election.