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An aerial view of severe flooding in Frankfort, Kentucky, caused by days of heavy rainfall on April 7, 2025. Violent storms battering the central-eastern United States killed at least 17 people. The storms came as the National Weather Service was grappling with 600 job cuts by the Trump administration. Now, the NWS has been given authorization to rehire more than 100 forecasters, radar technicians and others.

An aerial view of severe flooding in Frankfort, Kentucky, caused by days of heavy rainfall on April 7, 2025. Violent storms battering the central-eastern United States killed at least 17 people. The storms came as the National Weather Service was grappling with 600 job cuts by the Trump administration. Now, the NWS has been given authorization to rehire more than 100 forecasters, radar technicians and others. Leandro Lozada/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Stabilizing 'operations,' the National Weather Service hires again after Trump's cuts

The National Weather Service says it plans to hire more than 100 additional staff members. The move follows complaints and concerns after the Trump administration eliminated more than 500 positions.

Stabilizing 'operations,' the National Weather Service hires again after Trump cuts

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In an aerial view, electric cars sit parked at a charging station in Corte Madera, Calif., on May 15. Federal tax credits that have encouraged the purchase of electric vehicles could be phased out, depending on what happens with negotiations over the Republican tax and spending package currently before the Senate.

In an aerial view, electric cars sit parked at a charging station in Corte Madera, Calif., on May 15. Federal tax credits that have encouraged the purchase of electric vehicles could be phased out, depending on what happens with negotiations over the Republican tax and spending package currently before the Senate. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images North America hide caption

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Business

The fate of the EV tax credits depends on the GOP's megabill

The House version of the tax bill would revoke credits for EVs starting at the end of this year. If the plan survives, it would dramatically shape automaker investments and EV sales.

The fate of the EV tax credits depends on the GOP’s megabill

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Olivia Rodrigo: Tiny Desk Concert

Olivia Rodrigo headlines Saturday night at Governors Ball. We throw back to her GUTS-filled 2023 Tiny Desk Concert.
From left, Carrie Spyva-McIlvaine, Gabriel Velasco and Lisa Turnquist arrive to place bouquets of flowers at a memorial after Sunday's attack in Boulder, Colorado.

From left, Carrie Spyva-McIlvaine, Gabriel Velasco and Lisa Turnquist arrive to place bouquets of flowers at a memorial after Sunday's attack in Boulder, Colorado. David Zalubowski/AP hide caption

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Run For Their Lives, the group attacked in Colorado, is figuring out how to move forward

Sunday's attack in Boulder targeted a group called Run for Their Lives, which raises awareness about the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Now, they're figuring out how to continue their mission.

Group targeted in Colorado attack figuring out how to continue its mission

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Palestinians carry the body of Reem Al-Akhras who was killed while heading to a Gaza aid hub, during her funeral in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Tuesday.

Palestinians carry the body of Reem Al-Akhras who was killed while heading to a Gaza aid hub, during her funeral in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, Tuesday. Abdel Kareem Hana/AP hide caption

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Middle East crisis — explained

Dozens are reported killed as Israel acknowledges troops opened fire near a Gaza food point

For the third time in as many days, Palestinians in Gaza have been shot while trying to get food. Israel has acknowledged that its soldiers opened fire on people who were approaching them.
Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate for South Korea's Democratic Party, gestures onstage during his final election campaign event ahead of the upcoming June 3 presidential election in Seoul on June 2, 2025. (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE / AFP) (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP via Getty Images)

Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate for South Korea's Democratic Party, gestures onstage during his final election campaign event ahead of the upcoming June 3 presidential election in Seoul on June 2, 2025. (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE / AFP) (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE/AFP via Getty Images) Anthony Wallace/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Asia

South Korea elects liberal Lee Jae-myung after months of political turmoil

The election comes about two months after President Yoon Suk Yeol was removed from office following his impeachment for declaring martial law in the country.

South Korean election results

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A diptych showing a “Hapa Project” participant’s answers to the question, “What are you?” On the left, the participant is shown in 2001, and then again in 2025 on the right.

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Culture

'The Hapa Project' asked 'What are you?' Participants have new answers 25 years later

What does it mean to be "half"? Twenty-five years since its initial launch, photographer Kip Fulbeck revisits his exhibition called "The Hapa Project," an intimate look at mixed-race America.

Photographer Kip Fulbeck revisits 'The Hapa Project' 25 years after its launch

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Marc Maron announced on his show Monday that the podcast will air its final episode this fall. After more than 1,600 episodes, he says he and his producer were "burnt out." Maron is pictured above in Los Angeles on May 29, 2025.

Marc Maron announced on his show Monday that the podcast will air its final episode this fall. After more than 1,600 episodes, he says he and his producer were "burnt out." Maron is pictured above in Los Angeles on May 29, 2025. Amy Sussman/Getty Images hide caption

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Culture

Marc Maron ends his iconic podcast after 16 years: 'We're burnt out'

Marc Maron has interviewed Robin Williams, Nicole Kidman, former President Barack Obama and many more. But after 16 years and 1,600+ episodes, he's ready to call it quits.

Marc Maron ends iconic podcast after 16 years

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A Goodyear Blimp, circa 1960. The airships have acted as massive, floating billboards for Goodyear Tires since 1925.

A Goodyear Blimp, circa 1960. The airships have acted as massive, floating billboards for Goodyear Tires since 1925.











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Culture

Look up! The Goodyear Blimp is 100 today

We head up into the skies over Los Angeles in honor of the Goodyear Blimp's 100th. Come join us ... there's room for eight.

GOODYEAR BLIMP AT 100

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Actor Jakob Jordan uses new technology to star in the opera Sensorium Ex.

Actor Jakob Jordan uses new technology to star in the opera Sensorium Ex. Paul Lieber hide caption

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Culture

Two nonverbal actors star in a new opera — with an assist from AI

The team behind Sensorium Ex worked for five years to develop sophisticated technology that uses artificial intelligence and vocal sampling to create an expressive voice.

A new opera in Omaha uses technology to give voice to two non-verbal actors

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The Drap D'Or de Bretagna, or Golden Cloth of Brittany, is one of a few historic apples that are the genetic ancestors of many of the common varieties we eat today, and the Verona Island tree is the only known living specimen in North America.

The Drap D'Or de Bretagna, or Golden Cloth of Brittany, is one of a few historic apples that are the genetic ancestors of many of the common varieties we eat today, and the Verona Island tree is the only known living specimen in North America. Esta Pratt-Kielley/Maine Public hide caption

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One of the oldest apple trees in North America is discovered growing on a Maine island

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The historic apple, Drap D'Or de Bretagna, is a genetic ancestor of many common apple varieties we eat today. This tree is the only known living specimen in North America.
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Life Kit

A surprising trick to making hard choices: Try thinking less

The tactic may seem counterintuitive, but it can help you make tough decisions faster and with more confidence, says decision coach Nell Wulfhart.

How to make decisions you won't regret

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NPR's Steve Inskeep spoke with U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., about President Trump's budget bill, now in the Senate.

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Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon expects changes to Trump's spending bill

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., about President Trump's budget bill, his own concerns about the legislation, and some of the changes he hopes to see.

Democratic Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon discusses Trump's budget bill

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Grupo Firme, Mexican Artist of the Year, attend the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif., on March 27, 2023.

Grupo Firme, Mexican Artist of the Year, attend the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif., on March 27, 2023. Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for iHeartRadio hide caption

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Mexican bands keep having their visas — and U.S. tours — canceled over 'narcocorridos'

 Texas Public Radio

The Trump administration intensifies scrutiny of artists linked to the controversial musical genre, which U.S. authorities said glorifies violence.
A new study from Yale University finds that singing to babies lifts their moods.

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Science

Do you sing to your baby? NPR wants to know what songs you sing

A new study from Yale University finds that singing to babies improves their overall mood. NPR wants to know what songs our listeners sing to their babies.

Yale study finds that singing to babies can improve their health

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