Here & Now
Here & Now reflects the fluid world of news as it’s happening in the middle of the day, with timely, smart and in-depth news, interviews and conversation.
Episodes
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How the parrot got its colors
NPR’s Ari Daniel tells us how parrots create the yellows and reds in their plumage.
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Dodgers clinch World Series in Game 5 comeback
The Los Angeles Dodgers staged a historic comeback in Game 5 of the World Series to stun the New York Yankees and seal this year's title.
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Why baseball fans in Japan are rooting for a Dodgers World Series win
Fans in Japan are still rooting for Shohei Ohtani on the Dodgers.
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Trump campaign turns to Turning Point USA to get out the vote
The Trump campaign has turned over some of its get-out-the-vote efforts to outside groups, including the Arizona-based Turning Point USA.
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Lucky Dodgers fan's generosity brings kids joy
The Los Angeles Dodgers have had an amazing season leading up to the World Series. One lucky Dodgers fan got to witness some of it and catch several balls between innings.
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Why so many companies use the subscription model
The Federal Trade Commission has approved the so-called click-to-cancel rule, making it easier for customers to cancel subscriptions.
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Colorado voters appear undecided on competitive Congressional race
Incumbent Rep. Yadira Caraveo is facing a challenge from state Rep. Gabe Evans in the 8th congressional district, north of Denver.
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Can stress be beneficial?
Chronic stress leads to unhealthy behaviors and can increase the risk of everything from heart disease to dementia.
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Why more Midwest farmers are growing prairie strips on their agricultural farms
More farmers are adding strips of native prairie on their farmland to conserve plant species, prevent erosion and provide a habitat for pollinators and birds.
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'Explosion' of rape cases documented in Democratic Republic of Congo
The situation is even more urgent given a serious outbreak of mpox in the same region, which is sexually transmitted.
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Local Republican candidates try to differentiate themselves from Democratic presidential candidate
There are a number of Republican candidates running in local races across the country who share the same last name as Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
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Medicaid now pays for sidewalk care for unhoused people
This will transform the way care for homeless people can be given in the states that take advantage of the policy change.