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A Tunisian artist is hoping to keep the memories of migrants alive
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Artist Mohsen Lihidheb collects objects that wash ashore in Zarzis, Tunisia. His collection is a tribute to the migrants who died trying to cross the Mediterranean.
Tunisians are voting in an election critics say could cement a return to autocracy
Saturday, December 17, 2022
In Tunisia, 12 years after the revolution, citizens are still asking, "How do you expect me to make a living?"
Afghans in a battle-scarred valley welcomed Taliban rule, but expect more
Monday, August 15, 2022
In rural Wardak province, some Afghans celebrated the return of the Taliban. One year later, here's what they want from the new government.
Bootsy Collins and Lettuce, positively helping to keep the funk alive
Thursday, June 02, 2022
At the beginning of lockdown, the legendary funk bassist began posting uplifting messages to Instagram, where they found a receptive audience in drummer Adam Deitch of the band Lettuce.
Kendrick Lamar's new song 'Auntie Diaries' divides the LGBTQ+ community
Thursday, May 19, 2022
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to writer Raquel Willis about Kendrick Lamar's song "Auntie Diaries" which has divided trans people with its story of how he came to accept his relatives' gender identities.
Talib Kweli on Black Star's return: 'We stand tall on the shoulders of our ancestors'
Tuesday, May 03, 2022
Talib Kweli discusses the return of Black Star after 24 years, including a return to some of the duo's foundational themes — black excellence, unity, Pan-Africanism and the raising of consciousness.
2 projects revive Selena's music for new generations
Thursday, April 07, 2022
Tejano singer Selena died in 1995. NPR's A Martinez talks to Maria Garcia, creator and host of the podcast Anything for Selena, about projects that will keep Selena's music alive for new generations.
Tanya Tagaq's powerful new album 'Tongues' aims for hope among hard truths
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Tagaq, a recipient of the national Polaris Music Prize, discusses the subjugation of Canada's Indigenous people and her hopes for healing through acknowledging that difficult history.
19-year-old lands in Belgium, becoming youngest woman to fly solo around the world
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Zara Rutherford set off from Belgium in August to circle the globe in her Shark UL plane. Five months later, she landed back home, having landed in 41 countries on five continents.
The Marine Corps is reinventing itself to reflect America, says top general
Friday, November 12, 2021
Gen. David Berger, commandant of the Marine Corps, has a new plan to recruit and retain Marines, as the service seeks to prioritize growing a corps of highly skilled and educated workers.
Kacey Musgraves: 'Star-Crossed' And Thriving
Friday, September 10, 2021
"We're all taught that the success of a relationship has to somehow correlate with the length of it... I just don't think that that's fully accurate." The singer-songwriter's new album is out today.
Photos: The Culture Of Whales
Monday, April 19, 2021
Belugas play, a sperm whale nurses, and orcas teach their pups to hunt in a series of photographs from National Geographic photographer and explorer Brian Skerry.
On 'For Every Voice That Never Sang,' Kishi Bashi Is Confident For A Changing World
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Kishi Bashi reflects on the Asian American experience and the pain of pursuing acceptance in his Morning Edition Song Project entry, "For Every Voice That Never Sang."
Get Out Of Your Head With Infinity Song's 'Outside Myself'
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
"Outside Myself," Infinity Song's entry for the Morning Edition Song Project, is about trying to remember the big, wide world outside of you.
A Grandson's Gift — A Spotlight — For His Grandfather's WWII Band
Saturday, March 20, 2021
The first time Jason Burt listened to his grandfather's World War II Army Air Force Band recordings after finding them in his attic, "it was like my own private concert with my grandpa."
On 'Broken Harvest,' Madison Cunningham Is Hopeful For A Fresh Start
Wednesday, February 03, 2021
2020 was set to be a fruitful year for the artist, full of travel and music. In her contribution to Morning Edition's Song Project, she faces the reality of that loss and finds hope in starting over.
Need To Vent? There's A Hotline For You To Scream It Out
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Just Scream is simple: Dial the hotline. Wait for the beep. Scream. Hang up. Feel free to leave everything from horror-movie wails and to messages of hope. But hurry up — the line closes Thursday.
Lila Downs' New Song Is About Indigenous Workers' Invisible Labor
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Downs speaks with Rachel Martin about "Dark Eyes," a song inspired by essential workers from Native American communities who are often overlooked.
Biden's German Shepherd To Be Celebrated With 'Indoguration' Hosted By Animal Shelter
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
On Sunday, the Delaware Humane Society will honor the "wags to riches" journey of the future first dog with a virtual ceremony. The Bidens adopted Major from the shelter in 2018.
On 'Remember Me Beautiful,' Brandy Clark Processes Death And Celebrates Life
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
Country singer Brandy Clark wrote her new song, "Remember Me Beautiful," for the Morning Edition Song Project after a writing session with friends who had lost relatives during the pandemic.