Leila Fadel appears in the following:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
Teen amputee to compete in marathon to raise awareness for athletes with disabilities
Friday, July 21, 2023
A teen amputee plans to compete in this weekend's San Francisco Marathon on crutches. His hope is to raise awareness for athletes with disabilities.
New bill would fine Congress members for trading stocks and owning blind trusts
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says lawmakers and executive branch officials can have the upper hand when it comes to stock trading and access to undisclosed information.