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Whether revealing events in small-town America or overseas, or profiling notable personalities, Weekend Edition from NPR News appreciates the extraordinary details that make up every story. This two-hour weekend morning news magazine covers hard news, a wide variety of newsmakers, and cultural stories with care, accuracy, and a wink of humor.
Latest Stories
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French authorities say they've made arrests in the Louvre Museum jewelry heist.
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With the Association of Southeast Asian Nations leaders meeting in Kuala Lumpur, the growing problem of scam centers is in the spotlight.
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The Trump administration has levied new sanctions against Russia, targeting the country's oil industry. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with journalist Stephanie Baker about the implications.
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Argentina's president Javier Milei faces midterms amid economic chaos and a $20 billion U.S. lifeline.
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NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Leslie B. Jones, former Director of Historical Resources & Programming for the White House Historical Association, about the demolition of the White House East Wing.
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NPR'S Ayesha Rascoe speaks with jazz musician Mark Turner about his latest album, "Reflections on: The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man." It's based on the book by James Weldon Johnson.
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Mr. and Mrs.Twit are two of the meanest characters in children's literature. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to writer-director Phil Johnston about his animated adaptation of the classic book "The Twits."
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The "996" schedule is 12-hour shifts, 6 days a week and it's captivated Silicon Valley tech leaders. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with academic Margaret O'Mara about this workplace trend.
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It's dirt trails, not snow, at the World Championships of Dry Land Mushing. Humans and canines race for the top prize at the championships, held for the first time in the United States.
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President Trump visits Asia this week to work on trade deals with allies and to try pushing a deal with China.