Philly, The Original American Melting Pot
A visit to Philadelphia offers a glimpse of how Americans have changed since the 18th century.
Ed Kashi
Nigeria's Oil, Poverty Paradox
In a new book, Curse of the Black Gold, photojournalist Ed Kashi examines the relationship between oil, the environment and the community in the 50 years since oil was discovered in the Niger Delta.
Candidates Vie For Hispanic Voters
Spanish-language TV ads are one sign of how hard Barack Obama and John McCain are working to reach out to Hispanics, a key voting group in several swing states.
This I Believe
A Kind And
Generous Heart
Christine Little learned from her son the true generosity of selfless giving.
How did the White House react to a recent EPA e-mail addressing climate change?
The Watson Twins: Beauty Beneath the Surface
After backing Rilo Kiley's Jenny Lewis, The Watson Twins shouldn't be overshadowed much longer.
FBI Surveillance Team Reveals Tricks Of The Trade
The FBI's Special Surveillance Group team operates below the radar —where they are most effective.
Clarke: Negotiate With Pakistan
To Staunch Al-Qaida
The former counterterrorism czar says the al-Qaida sanctuary in Pakistan must be dismantled.
Ex-Sen. Helms Was Conservative Purist
The Republican from North Carolina left a legacy of strong conservatism — and controversy.
Most Patients Happy
With German Health Care
As part of a new series, NPR takes a look at Germany, which has one of the world's best health care systems.
Thousands Of Jobs Slashed In June
The loss of 62,000 jobs marked the sixth straight month that employers have trimmed payrolls.
Discover Songs
Atlanta Soul Scene Reborn
The capital of Georgia nurtures an intimate and experimental scene.
Interviews & Profiles
Ben Sollee Learns To 'Bend'
Ben Sollee's solo debut is a collection of acoustic, folk and jazz-flavored songs, filled with hope.
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- The Power Behind 'America The Beautiful'
- Martin Atkins: Teaching Bands To Tour Smart
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Authors
Ambition, Tragedy Collide In 'America'
After a seven-year absence, Ethan Canin has written a new novel that explores power and influence.
- Bit O' Lit Founder Provides Quick Reads
- British Poets Launched Lyrical Revolution
- Surveying Sex, A to Z, in 'Dirty Words'
- 'Warrior Girls' Suffer Pain For Glory
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'Toons Learn Physics, The Better To Break Its Rules
Animators learn how our world functions — even when their characters are from another one.
- Vermont's Leahy Cameos In 'Dark Knight'
- Review: 'The Wackness' Is Largely Dope
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- 'Kite Runner' Star's Family Feels Exploited By Studio
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A Father's Hard Life And Riches
James Lacy's dad lost everything in the 1929 economic collapse, but he was rich in other ways.
Sunday Puzzle
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Japanese, Hawaiian Classics Collide In Spam Sushi
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