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.
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'The Great Dictator' turns 85
This week marks the 85th anniversary of a movie masterpiece: Charlie Chaplin’s “The Great Dictator.”
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How data centers are impacting Black suburbs of Atlanta
Data centers thrive with access to fiber and cheap land. In the case of Atlanta, that's the southside, where many Black suburbs are dealing with a boom of large facilities.
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New York City museum teaches kids about history through ordinary people
The Tenement Museum explores the American experience by recreating the homes of real, immigrant, migrant and Black American families.
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One teen solo traveler's journey to break a world record
At just 19 years old, a California teen is racking up miles as he endeavors to visit every country in the world. He has visited 118 countries so far to beat the world record for the title of youngest person to visit every country.
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Inside Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
The Taliban attacked Pakistani border posts on Saturday, triggering clashes that killed dozens of soldiers.
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Higher prices force one Asian grocery store in Florida to consider closing
An Asian grocery store in Florida may have to close after more than 40 years in operation, in part due to new import tariffs.
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The Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists is preparing the next generation of musicians
The organization educates, trains and prepares Black musicians from across the country for the classical music world.
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Hitch a ride at Albuquerque's annual Balloon Fiesta
This week, hundreds are launching colorful hot air balloons in the 53rd annual Exxonmobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
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How one previously incarcerated mother in Chicago is working with young people to prevent gun violence
Chicago is one of several American cities where the homicide rate has significantly dropped in recent years.
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Bob Ross paintings will be auctioned to help public TV after funding cuts
Public broadcasting helped make artist Bob Ross a household name. Now, the late painter’s company wants to give back.
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New Zealand turns to technology to save endangered birds
New Zealand is using technology to save its endangered species. This includes traps with artificial intelligence and the potential to modify invasive species so they can’t breed.
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How ranchers in Colorado are recovering from wildfires
Ranchers in Colorado are struggling to rebuild thousands of miles of fence lost to big wildfires this summer, which can cost $20,000 per mile.