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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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.
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Democrats force vote to limit Trump war powers
The effort fell short, but those senators say the vote showed evidence of new bipartisan support that could grow.
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Europe's glaciers are melting. What could that mean for the continent's rivers?
Europe is the world’s fastest warming continent. Temperatures there are increasing at twice the average global rate.
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Plan a safe, adventurous trip with these budget travel tips
People get a lot wrong when it comes to paying for vacation, say travel experts, and that can cost serious cash. Here’s how to plan a trip that’s safe, adventurous and under budget.
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Meet the 4th-grade winners of NPR's Student Podcast Challenge
Every year, NPR’s education team holds the Student Podcast Challenge, turning kids and young adults into budding journalists.
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Seattle uses creative comic strips to help disseminate public health info
One woman spearheaded a creative project to make health information easier to understand and more engaging.
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A Ukrainian hospital that treated people in the 1850s still has a vital role in current conflict
With some help from U.S. doctors, Ukraine’s neurosurgeons are conducting state-of-the-art operations with cutting-edge technology.
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Youth-led protests across Africa fight for governmental change
Generation Z youth have protested against their governments in Morocco and Madagascar over the last week.
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Air traffic controllers helped end government shutdown in 2019. Could they be in the same position?
The 2019 government shutdown lasted 35 days, and it took a toll on the country’s air traffic controllers.
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Asheville, North Carolina, still recovering from Hurricane Helene as it gears up for the fall tourism season
Asheville relies heavily on tourism and recovering businesses need a big fall season.
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How to pack a go bag in case of climate emergencies
As climate emergencies like wildfires and hurricanes become more prevalent, it's important to have essentials like food and medicine on hand and ready to go in case you need to evacuate.