Hosts
Stories
-
Author Dan Rubinstein details his 1,200-mile paddleboard adventure in 'Water Borne'
Author Dan Rubinstein paddled more than 1,000 miles, from Ottawa to New York City and back, to explore how people benefit from being near water. His book is called "Water Borne."
-
Hear what some supporters of President Trump think about his immigration policies
How do Trump supporters feel about his immigration policies, as protests spring up across the country and after the administration deployed troops to Los Angeles?
-
Perpetual stew stays on heat for weeks or even years. Is it safe to eat?
Perpetual stew is soup that stays stewing on heat for days, weeks or even years. You might serve out some and keep replenishing the ingredients. It's having a moment on social media, but is it safe?
-
Remembering Sly Stone, the visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone
Sylvester Stewart, better known by his stage name Sly Stone, has died at 82. His band Sly and the Family Stone combined psychedelic rock, doo-wop, gospel and surf to create a new sound.
-
We asked NPR listeners what they sing to their babies. Hear some of our favorites
After a new study confirmed singing to babies can help boost their health and happiness, we asked our listeners and readers what they sing to their little ones. Listen to some of our favorites.
-
Ecologist encourages people with yards to create little 'national parks'
Ecologist Doug Tallamy thinks a yard can become a little "national park." He's co-founder of Homegrown National Parks, which encourages people to grow native plants in their yards.
-
New York City's Chrysler Building is up for sale again
The Chrysler Building, a symbol of Art Deco glamor in the 1930s and once the tallest skyscraper in the world, is up for sale, again.
-
Southwest to require battery packs, charging devices remain visible during flights
Southwest Airlines will soon require all battery packs and charging devices remain visible throughout flights, saying it's a safety measure so crew members can more easily respond to possible fires.
-
NPR listeners share their memories of loved ones who died serving in the military
On this Memorial Day, NPR Morning Edition listeners share memories of loved ones who died while serving in the military.
-
Words of wisdom from some of this year's memorable commencement speakers
College graduation can be a time of excitement but also one of uncertainty. We've gathered words of wisdom from some of this year's high-profile commencement speakers, including Kermit the Frog.