Leila Fadel

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'Oksoberfest,' a booze-free version of Oktoberfest, is coming to Chicago

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Oktoberfest is getting an an alcohol-free treatment this fall. Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo is hosting the booze-free variation of the Bavarian tradition and calling it "Oksoberfest."

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Morning news brief

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The Fed is expected to raise interest rate again. The Biden administration wants insurance companies to expand mental health coverage. The U.S. plays the Netherlands in the Women's World Cup.

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Federal judge blocks Biden asylum-seekers rule, but administration can appeal

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

A federal judge has blocked the Biden administration's new rules for asylum-seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border. But the judge also put his ruling on hold, giving the administration a chance to appeal.

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What does dating look like after 50?

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

The "Golden Bachelor" is looking to find love this fall on ABC. We speak to a few experts about what dating actually looks like when you're over 50.

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What will Twitter be named in Japan, since 'X Japan' is already taken by a rock band?

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

What will Twitter Japan be called now that the parent company is called X? Yoshiki, leader of the band X Japan, say the name is trademarked. Some suggest "X Nippon" — the Japanese name for Japan.

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What will happen to Greece's economy as wildfires impact tourism?

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Doug Lansky, a tourism expert based in Sweden, about the impact of wildfires on tourism in Greece.

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Morning news brief

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Reaction to passage of judicial reform law in Israel. New study looks at connection of climate change to current heat waves. A new national monument will honor Emmett Till and his mother.

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A new study looks at the role climate change is playing in current heat waves

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

A new study looks at the role climate change has had globally in this summer's heat waves that have scorched much of the southern U.S., Europe and India.

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Firefighters and researchers are turning to AI to help fight fires

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Firefighters and researchers in California are using a new tool to spot fires faster: artificial intelligence.

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Protesters react after Israel passes disputed measure to overhaul judiciary

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Protesters react after Israel passes a disputed overhaul of the judiciary despite nationwide protests against the measure.

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As 'Shark Week' becomes more sensational, a look at some misconceptions about sharks

Monday, July 24, 2023

"Shark Week" is back for a 35th year. The show has been criticized for becoming more sensational and for presenting graphic animal violence. So what's the truth behind shark attacks?

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Set phasers to fun. A Star Trek musical episode is coming to Paramount Plus

Monday, July 24, 2023

The Star Trek franchise has explored countless new worlds since its 1966 debut. But the oddest one yet might be coming. The show "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" will have a musical episode next month.

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Thousands flee in Greece's largest-ever wildfire evacuation

Monday, July 24, 2023

Wildfires in Greece have forced thousands of locals and tourists to flee. One of the largest fires is on the island of Rhodes, where officials say it's the "largest evacuation" ever in the country.

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VP Harris to speak at conference organized by group advocating for Latino communities

Monday, July 24, 2023

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with UnidosUS Action Fund Executive Director Rafael Collazo about the Biden administration's outreach efforts with the Hispanic and African American communities.

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It's already been a huge year for video games. Here are some of the blockbusters

Monday, July 24, 2023

This has been one of the biggest years for video games in recent memory. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to gaming editor James Mastromarino about some of the blockbuster releases.

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Morning news brief

Monday, July 24, 2023

Israeli parliament to vote on judicial overhaul that has sparked mass protests. National elections in Spain fail to produce clear winner. Another indictment for former President Trump could come soon.

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'Musky,' a corpse flower with a smell some compare to roadkill, is blooming today

Friday, July 21, 2023

Ever wanted to sniff a stinky flower? Get over to Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee if you want to smell "Musky," a corpse flower that only blooms for 24 hours and today is the day.

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Wesleyan University's president on the school's decision to end legacy admissions

Friday, July 21, 2023

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Wesleyan University President Michael Roth about the school's decision to end admission preference for children of alumni.

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Morning news brief

Friday, July 21, 2023

Trump legal woes put GOP candidates in difficult positions. White House taking steps to manage advances of AI. Pentagon files reveal flaws in U.S. claims about Syrian casualties in Baghdadi raid.

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Does the new 'Barbie' movie live up to the hype?

Friday, July 21, 2023

The hosts of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share their thoughts on the new "Barbie" film.

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