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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.
5 years since George Floyd's death, what's happened to police overhaul efforts?
by Gene Demby
Five years since George Floyd's murder, the energy around overhauling policing has evaporated. Critics say pro-police messaging stifles attempts to address the problems in policing.
Looking to grill more veggies this Memorial Day? Try nopales
by Scott Detrow
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with food writer Maria Melendez Ayala about nopales, edible cactus plants that are a staple in Mexican cuisine.
Nina Totenberg reflects on what it's like to cover the Supreme Court
by Scott Detrow
For decades, Nina Totenberg has brought us some of the most notable and memorable reporting on the Supreme Court. Today, she takes us behind the scenes of what it's like to cover the Third Branch.
Rural library funding threats
For years, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has supported rural libraries. However, cuts by the Trump administration could jeopardize their future.
The battle to protect Europe's wolves
by Ruth Sherlock
The EU is trying to downgrade the protection status of wolves in Europe. Scientists say there are many ways to co-exist with these creatures that are vital for a healthy ecosystem.
Trump's massive spending bill & the GOP's priorities
by Scott Detrow
House Republicans muscled through President Trump's massive tax and spending bill this week. The vote this week sends a clear message about where the Republican party is today.
Indian writer Banu Mushtaq wins International Booker Prize
by Scott Detrow
Joy in India as writer Banu Mushtaq wins a major literary award for her short stories that she wrote over 3 decades in a regional language.
How do once fringe, right-wing theories make their to the White House?
by Lisa Hagen
On the heels of President Trump promoting misinformation about a white genocide in South Africa, we take a look at how once fringe theories make their way to the White House.
A major sumo wrestling tournament comes to a close this weekend
The Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournaments comes to an end this weekend.
Is Tom Cruise the essential movie star?
by Marc Rivers
On this installment of our Cineplexity series, NPR staffers discuss the films of actor Tom Cruise and whether or not he's the quintessential movie star.
At the Sean Combs trial, a star-studded first two weeks of witnesses
Over the first two weeks of his trial, witnesses have testified how Sean Combs has allegedly used his power and influence to coerce victims to do his bidding, and to conceal his activities. Isabella Gomez Sarmiento explains how the details of this testimony fit together with some of the more attention-grabbing accusations against Combs.
At George Floyd Square, art and music help a community heal
by Meg Anderson
Musicians, poets and artists have shown up day after day to bring a livelier energy to the intersection in Minneapolis where George Floyd was killed five years ago this weekend. Hear how they're using the arts to try to heal.