Andrew Limbong

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Rapper Coolio, who helped to shape hip-hop, has died at 59

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Grammy-winning, rapper, producer and actor Coolio has died. He was best-known for hits "Fantastic Voyage" and "Gangsta's Paradise."

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New report finds a coordinated rise in attempted book bans

Monday, September 19, 2022

According to PEN America, a growing number of local political and advocacy groups have focused their attacks on books featuring LGBTQ+ characters and characters of color.

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The Big 10 conference signed a historic deal, but the athletes aren't getting paid

Monday, September 05, 2022

The Big 10 conference just signed a historic multibillion-dollar broadcast deal with a number of networks. Will the college athletes themselves see any portion of that money?

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College football is back and players still aren't getting paid

Friday, September 02, 2022

The Big Ten recently signed an exclusive broadcasting deal that's reportedly worth $7 billion. But none of that money will go directly to the athletes.

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'Diary of a Void' turns a lie into an exploration of motherhood and loneliness

Sunday, August 28, 2022

In the book "Diary of a Void," a woman fakes pregnancy to avoid the unpaid office tasks often foisted on women. The simple lie turns into an absurdist exploration of motherhood and loneliness.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing

Friday, August 26, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Peppa Pig, Apostle, and more.

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Coroner rules Anne Heche's death an accident

Thursday, August 18, 2022

According to the the LA County Coroner's report, the cause was inhalation and thermal injuries. The actor died on Sunday, after she crashed her car earlier this month.

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Talking about monkeypox? Then you should be talking about sex

Thursday, August 18, 2022

Despite the possibility of stigmatizing queer sex, experts say it's important to keep sex at the center of the conversation around monkeypox.

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What's going on with Ezra Miller? A look at the ongoing scandals

Thursday, August 11, 2022

Over the past six months, the actor has faced multiple arrests, charges, and allegations of assault and grooming. Miller is set to star in the upcoming film The Flash.

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend reading, listening and viewing

Friday, July 29, 2022

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Stray, Joni Mitchell, and more.

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Actor Paul Sorvino, star of 'Goodfellas,' and 'Law & Order,' dies at 83

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

He spent 50 years in the entertainment business. He first started working as a copywriter in advertising, but left for theater — debuting on Broadway in 1964, and starting his film career in the 70s.

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Ottessa Moshfegh's year of death and internet clout

Thursday, July 21, 2022

The My Year of Rest and Relaxation author on feeling used, becoming an internet symbol for detachment, and how her new book has lightened her load of dead bodies.

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Desus and Mero changed late night TV. Now, their show is ending after 4 seasons

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Desus and Mero are ending their Showtime comedy show after four seasons. The duo started with a podcast but left a lasting imprint on late night TV.

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'Yu-Gi-Oh!' creator Kazuki Takahashi found dead

Thursday, July 07, 2022

The comic artist was discovered off the coast of Nago, Okinawa, Japan, wearing snorkeling gear. First published in 1996, the series he created became a worldwide sensation.

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The man who killed rising rap star Nipsey Hussle has been convicted

Wednesday, July 06, 2022

In 2019, rising rap star Nipsey Hussle was shot and killed outside his own South LA clothing store. A jury has just found the shooter, a man named Eric R. Holder, guilty of first degree murder.

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'The Simpsons' production workers go union, saying they deserve a place at the table

Friday, July 01, 2022

Employees at the studio behind shows like The Simpsons and Family Guy say their parent company has recognized their union, and it could signal a big shift in animation.

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R. Kelly, sentenced by a court in New York, still faces charges in other states

Thursday, June 30, 2022

After decades of allegations, R&B superstar R. Kelly has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex trafficking and racketeering. But his legal woes are far from over.

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R. Kelly is sentenced to 30 years in prison

Wednesday, June 29, 2022

The R&B star was convicted in New York last year of sexual exploitation of a child, bribery, sex trafficking and racketeering.

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Federal prosecutors want R. Kelly to be sentenced to 25 years in prison

Wednesday, June 29, 2022

R. Kelly will be sentenced in a New York courtroom on Wednesday. The disgraced R&B star was found guilty of crimes including violating the Mann Act, an anti-sex trafficking law.

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These books take a deep dive into the context surrounding the Jan. 6 insurrection

Saturday, June 18, 2022

Andrew Limbong, host of NPR's Book of the Day podcast, recommends key books to read on right wing extremism and former President Donald Trump's attempt to overturn the 2020 election results.

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