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Miami has a wild peacock problem. One vet says peacock vasectomies are helping

Sunday, August 13, 2023

Wild peacocks are running amok in Pinecrest, Fla. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with veterinarian Don Harris about his approach to controlling their population.

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Do recent positive developments qualify as a 'soft landing' for the economy?

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Is recent news about the economy so good that the U.S. can say it is coming in for a "soft landing," where inflation gets tamed without a recession?

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Politics chat: Trump could face political blowback from new charges after all

Sunday, July 30, 2023

The new charges against former Pres. Trump in the classified documents case are in a different legal league and there are hints he is also not politically immune from them either.

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The IRS will no longer knock on doors unannounced

Sunday, July 30, 2023

The IRS is discontinuing unannounced home visits as an enforcement method. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel why.

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How real is the threat of AI deepfakes in the 2024 election?

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with University of California, Berkeley, digital forensics expert Hany Farid about a recent political ad that used an AI-cloned vocal clip.

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Auto companies are making big profits, but still stumbling when it comes to EVs

Sunday, July 30, 2023

The U.S. auto industry is experiencing unanticipated stumbles and challenges as it pivots to producing more electric vehicles, even as it makes large profits.

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Georgia's famous peanut statue has been rebuilt after the hurricane

Sunday, July 30, 2023

After nearly five years, the Big Peanut statue has returned to Ashburn, Ga. The original roadside attraction went down during Hurricane Michael. The new one is stronger and locally crafted.

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A children's book author recommends books to keep your kids busy this summer

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with children's book author Matt de la Peña about summer reading recommendations for kids of all ages when they complain, "I'm bored!"

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Cardiac issues among young athletes are rare, but there are precautions to take

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Morristown Medical Center sports cardiologist Matthew Martinez about why some young athletes suffer from sudden cardiac-related medical emergencies.

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Over 1,100 rioters have been charged for Jan. 6. Many name Trump in their statements

Sunday, July 30, 2023

More than 1,100 people have already been charged for their actions around Jan. 6 and many of them invoked Former President Donald Trump, who may also be indicted.

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Battling extreme heat isn't just personal. Our infrastructure needs changes too

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Professor Amit Bhasin of the University of Texas at Austin about constructing roads and railways that can withstand extreme heat.

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D. Smith on her new documentary 'Kokomo City' that follows four trans sex workers

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with director D. Smith about her new documentary. "Kokomo City" highlights the experiences of trans sex workers.

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George Brown of Kool & The Gang on celebrating the band's long career

Sunday, July 30, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to a patron of the party, musician George Brown of the band Kool & The Gang, about his new book, new record, and the "Celebration" of a long and funky career.

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This alarm clock will wake you up with your worst fears

Sunday, July 23, 2023

An AI takeover, a deadly volcano eruption, or global warming — the Doomsday Alarm Clock lets you wake up to your innermost fears.

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If sunny beach reads aren't cutting it, add these thrillers to your summer book list

Sunday, July 23, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Adrian McKinty, best-selling author of "The Chain" and "The Island," about some thrillers to add to your summer reading list.

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Why myopia is becoming increasingly common among kids and adults

Sunday, July 23, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Dr. David Epley about the rise of myopia and the reasons why, especially among children.

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Some Comic Con attendees say the Hollywood strike is a blessing in disguise

Sunday, July 23, 2023

With both Hollywood actors and writers on strike, some attendees hope Comic-Con in San Diego will get back to its nerdy roots.

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What to make of new developments in the investigation into Tupac Shakur's murder

Sunday, July 23, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Joel Anderson, host of Season 3 of the podcast Slow Burn, about the latest developments in the investigation into Tupac Shakur's murder.

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Understanding the latest investigations into Trump's role in January 6

Sunday, July 23, 2023

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Andrew Weissmann, one of the lead prosecutors on Special Counsel Robert Mueller's team, about Special Counsel Jack Smith's ongoing investigations.

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The new Guinness World Record-holding marshmallow weighs over 1,400 pounds

Sunday, July 23, 2023

A Mexican candy company produced a Guinness World Record-winning marshmallow which weighed more than 1,400 pounds.

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