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Marking The Centennial Of Author Ray Bradbury's Birth
This month marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of science-fiction great Ray Bradbury. We examine his legacy and the authors he influenced.
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How Are Presidential Candidates Responding To Violent Protests?
Now that the political conventions are over, the latest turn in the presidential race has centered on protests and some incidents of violence. The issue appears to be a big one heading into November.
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Looking Back On Chadwick Boseman's Culture Significance
Actor Chadwick Boseman died after battling colon cancer at the age of 43. Film-goers comment on his pivotal role as a Black actor in films that depicted Black heroes and superheroes.
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A New March On Washington, 57 Years After MLK Jr.'s 'I Have A Dream' Speech
Thousands of people are gathering for the March on Washington 2020, which is being led by families of Black people killed by police officers. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to WAMU's Jenny Gathright.
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'Star Trek' Actor William Shatner To Release Blues Album
Shatner will be collaborating with a bevy of guests on his new album, titled The Blues. Among guest artists are Canned Heat, Brad Paisley, Sonny Landreth, Pat Travers, Albert Lee, and more.
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Fact-Checking President Trump's RNC Speech
President Trump formally accepted the Republican nomination for President last night. We go over the major talking points of his speech.
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What Voters Thought Of President Trump's RNC Speech
Voters react to President Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention, in which he cast himself as a protector against radical leftists.
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Scooby-Doo Creator Joe Ruby Dies At 87
Scooby-Doo and his beloved Mystery Inc. gang have been around for more than half a century. Ruby co-created the characters with Ken Spears.
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President Trump Addresses Nation, Accepts Nomination On Final Night Of RNC
President Trump laid out his vision for the next four years and attacked his Democratic rival Joe Biden as he accepted the Republican nomination on the final night of the party's convention.
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News Brief: RNC Ends, Laura Recovery Begins, Japan PM Resigns
Thursday marked the end of the Republican National Convention. Louisiana begins recovery after Hurricane Laura. And, Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said he will resign, citing health issues.
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Civil Rights Lawyer Ben Crump Discusses The Ongoing Racial Tensions In The Country
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with attorney Ben Crump and Philonise Floyd, the brother of George Floyd. Crump represents Jacob Blake, who was shot by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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Metropolitan Museum Of Art Will Reopen This Weekend
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is scheduled to reopen to the public on Saturday, August 29th. We go behind the scenes to learn how curators and staff hope to pull it off.