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Episodes

• Massive Protests Continue To Roil Hong Kong

  Thousands in Hong Kong continue to protest, demanding direct elections and a dissolution of the current legislature. Host Scott Simon talks with Washington Post reporter Shibani Mahtani.

  Jul 27, 2019 at 5:00 am

• Grindr Has Left A Cultural Impact On The LGBTQ Community. But Can The App Survive?

  Once a mainstay of queer culture, Grindr is slipping at representing all aspects of LGBTQ people. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to journalist Mathew Rodriguez about why.

  Jul 27, 2019 at 5:00 am

• Top Intelligence Boss Creates A New Role: The Election Threats Executive

  The nation's intelligence agencies have designated one person to be in charge of coordinating the government's efforts to identify threats to U.S. elections.

  Jul 22, 2019 at 10:23 am
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  Notre Dame Fire Revives Demand For Skilled Stone Carvers In France

  "With stone carving, we give life to an edifice and perpetuate history. We're also creating a link with the past and transmitting values that are important to conserve in society," one student says.

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:36 am
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  Opinion: Should Republicans Still Call Themselves The Party Of Lincoln?

  In defending the president's racist tweets, House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy declared, "We are the party of Lincoln." NPR's Scott Simon contends President Lincoln would object.

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 am

• An NPR Listener Shares His Signature Song

  For Chris Bubenik of Asheville, N.C., Lisa Loeb's "Stay (I Missed You)" is an "amazing opus about finding yourself."

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 am

• Russians Demonstrate Against Putin Over Health Care, Controversial Projects

  Vladimir Putin won re-election to a fourth term as president in a landslide last year. Now, protests are breaking out around the country as dissatisfaction with the government grows.

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 am

• Sports Roundup: Previewing Sunday's Baseball Hall Of Fame Induction

  NPR's Scott Simon speaks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the 2019 baseball season so far and about Mariano Rivera, baseball's first unanimous Hall of Famer.

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 am
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  On Apollo 11 Anniversary, A Former Crew Member Reflects On The Lunar Trip

  Humans first landed on the moon 50 years ago on July 20. Former astronaut Michael Collins was a member of the historic mission.

  Jul 20, 2019 at 5:00 am
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  Democrats Issue Warnings Against Viral Russia-Based Face-Morphing App

  FaceApp's surge in popularity has driven Sen. Chuck Schumer to call for a federal investigation into the St. Petersburg-developed app over potential "national security and privacy risks" to Americans.

  Jul 17, 2019 at 8:44 pm

• The Latest On Barry From Louisiana

  Tropical Storm Barry approached hurricane strength on Saturday as it moved toward New Orleans.

  Jul 13, 2019 at 11:33 am

• Resident Talks About Hurricane Barry Making Landfall In Louisiana

  NPR's Scott Simon talks with David Hanagriff, president of St. Mary Parish, in the storm's path.

  Jul 13, 2019 at 9:41 am