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Earthquake death toll tops 7,200 in Turkey and Syria as race for survivors continues
Rescue workers fanned across Turkey and Syria Tuesday in a second day of desperate searches to find survivors from the massive earthquake and aftershocks that had the death toll climbing by the hour. -
Northern Syria has endured years of war. Now, an earthquake has added to the despair
Since the civil war began in 2011, Syria's northern region has been beset by crisis after crisis. Monday's devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake was "the last thing people need," one aid worker said. -
Study: Commuting has an upside and remote workers may be missing out
Researchers surveyed commuters to find out what they do — and don't — get out of the daily trek to and from work. Many people say it's invaluable personal time to recover and switch gears. -
An Airline Passengers' Bill of Rights seeks to make flying feel more humane
The meltdowns that recently brought flights to a halt have prompted lawmakers to draft new rules for airlines. The changes would give travelers at least $1,350 if bumped from an overbooked flight. -
Salman Rushdie on Surviving the Fatwa
The New Yorker Radio Hour
In his first interview since a near-fatal knife attack in August, the novelist talks with David Remnick about his recovery, and his new novel.
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New Exhibition Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop
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Robin Coste Lewis Talks with Hilton Als
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The poet explains how suffering a traumatic brain injury led her to a career in poetry. -
Why the Creators of "Everything Everywhere All At Once" Treat Their Partnership Like a Marriage
Death, Sex & Money
Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, known as Daniels, on their friendship, learning to play to their strengths, and making their hit film "Everything Everywhere All At Once." - Edit Bucket
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Have the Oscars Always Got It Wrong?
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The staff writer Michael Schulman talks about the history detailed in his new book, “Oscar Wars,” and why the awards remain relevant in an era of declining theatre attendance.
Tech and Media
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Sorry, That's Classified
On the Media
A history of classified documents and a look at how we talk about baby boomers. -
'Everybody is cheating': Why this teacher has adopted an open ChatGPT policy
An associate professor at the prestigious Wharton School is not only allowing his students to use ChatGPT, they are required to. -
A Local Paper First Sounded the Alarm on George Santos. Nobody Listened.
The New Yorker Radio Hour
Clare Malone speaks with the publisher and managing editor of the North Shore Leader, the local newspaper that first exposed George Santos’ lies. Why was he elected anyway?
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Peter Gabriel, Polobi, and Aoife O’Donovan
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This week, new songs mark Peter Gabriel’s 20 years away and The Hold Steady’s 20 years here; also, a new Afro-Caribbean sound and a cover from Aoife O’Donovan. -
Gentle Psychedelic Soul of Crooner Nick Hakim
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Hakim’s songs can sound a little like Nick Drake fronting a psychedelic soul band from the early 70s. Nick Hakim and his band perform songs from his latest, Cometa, in-studio. -
British Singer-Songwriter Beth Orton Collaborates With Herself On 'Weather Alive'
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British singer and songwriter Beth Orton distinctively blends mood and atmosphere for introspective songs that were created on a street piano. She and her band play in-studio. -
Discodelic Soul From Say She She
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Get down to the sweet discodelic confections by New York-based band Say She She (Yes! after the band Chic), who perform their sugary harmonies, disco-grooves, and dance moves, in-studio. -
Listening Party: Belgian Musician Stromae's Latest Album
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Multitude is Belgian musician Stromae's first studio album in eight years, following a hiatus imposed by physical and mental health struggles.
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Feb 10 | All Of It LIVE featuring Yo La Tengo
Join the studio audience for a live broadcast of All Of It, with indie rock band Yo La Tengo will be there with more special guests to be announced soon!
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Feb 23 | Every Voice with Terrance McKnight Podcast Launch
WQXR host Terrance McKnight celebrates the launch of his new podcast, Every Voice with Terrance McKnight.
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Mar 17 | Queen of the Night with Thorgy Thor
Join drag performance artist and violinist Thorgy Thor for a celebration of Women’s History Month highlighting female identified musicians and composers.
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Apr 20 | Love at Last: A Celebration of the Earth and Its Inhabitants
Pianist Lara Downes curates a lively discussion with writers and thinkers about how we protect our only home.