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100 years after evolution went on trial, the Scopes case still reverberates
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
One hundred years ago, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., became the unlikely stage for one of the most sensational trials in American history, over the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution.
Medicaid's many different names may cause confusion about who's losing coverage
by Abigail Ruhman
Medicaid programs go by so many different names across the country that advocates and experts warn people may not know they're losing their coverage until it's too late.
A look at different definitions of America through music
by Courtney Dorning
On America's 249th birthday, we look at the different definitions of America by revisiting NPR's American Anthem series.
Justice Department grant cancellations threaten special programs across the U.S.
by Marisa Lagos
Department of Justice programs that support and protect crime survivors are being targeted for funding cancellation by the Trump administration.
'Super cooling' means setting your AC higher during off-peak hours. But does it work?
by Ayana Archie
During summer heat, some turn to "super cooling" their homes by turning the thermostat way down in the morning, and raising it during electricity peak hours, to be energy efficient. But does it work?
Why hydropower faces more barriers than wind or solar
Hydroelectricity makes up about a third of renewable energy in the U.S. Plant operators say they have far more federal hurdles to overcome than wind or solar energy companies.
Competitive eating is more than simple amusement on the Fourth of July
by Patrick Jarenwattananon
The 4th of July traditional hotdog eating contest got us thinking about why food and the holiday are so intertwined. Some experts have gone deep on the subject of competitive eating.
Boston-based effort reminds Black people of rights when confronted by law enforcement
With sweeping ICE arrests taking place, some Black residents worry the color of their skin could make them susceptible, and they're taking steps to prevent negative encounters.
The war in Gaza divided an historic Brooklyn co-op. Here's how members aim to restore peace
by Vanessa Romo
An inside look at the infighting of a Brooklyn co-op where members are debating whether to ban Israeli goods because of the war in Gaza.
Cooking with Chef Roy Choi
by Christopher Intagliata
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with chef Roy Choi about his new cookbook, The Choi of Cooking: Flavor-Packed, Rule-Breaking Recipes for a Delicious Life.
The GOP budget bill threatens to defund Planned Parenthood
by Katia Riddle
A provision in President Trump's mega spending bill defunds Planned Parenthood. The organization says 200 clinics may close. Most are in states where abortion is legal.
There's gentleness and food for thought in an often violent '40 Acres'
by Bob Mondello
The movie thriller 40 ACRES is set in a world of famine, violence and lots of guns. The film also provides "food" for thought.
President Trump is signing the megabill into law today
by Ailsa Chang
President Trump is signing the "One Big Beautiful Bill" to implement his policy agenda on Independence Day, as he was hoping for.