Weekend Edition Sunday
Weekend Edition Sunday features interviews with newsmakers, artists, scientists, politicians, musicians, writers, theologians and historians.
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Many in the medical community oppose RFK Jr.'s confirmation as head of the HHS
Many doctors and public health workers have come out against the confirmation of Robert F Kennedy Jr as head of the Department of Health and Human Services. We'll look at his supporters and detractors.
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Politics chat: Trump fires Inspector Generals, passes a slew of executive orders
We look at some of President Trump's executive orders as well as the confirmation process for his controversial nominee to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth.
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Trump is threatening tariffs against Canada and Mexico. Here's what that would mean
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Kenneth Smith Ramos, Mexico's former USMCA chief negotiator, about the impact of the tariffs that President Trump has threatened against Mexico and Canada.
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Meet the world-famous Colombian conductor helping orchestra reach new audiences
Andres Orozco-Estrada is one of the most exciting conductors around. The Colombian has garnered rave reviews for his exuberance and his ability to connect with musicians and concertgoers.
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Trump is threatening more sanctions against Russia if it fails to negotiate on the war
As President Trump threatens new sanctions against Russia, the Russian economy thrives despite previous measures that failed to deliver the intended bite.
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Police departments are divided on enforcing the Laken Riley Act
Congress has passed the Laken Riley Act, facilitating the detention and deportation of people in the country illegally when they've been charged with crimes. What remains to be seen is how much local police and jails will do to help this effort.
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He was forced to dig mass graves in Syria. His own brother could be one of them
Mass graves are being discovered in Syria, testament to the horrors committed under the now ousted leader Bashar al Assad. The story of one man forced to help dig some of those graves.
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Caregiving is taking a toll on the mental health of millions of Americans
Millions of Americans provide unpaid care for their loved ones at home. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with reporter Kat McGowan and social worker Dawn Shedrick about the mental health burden of taking this on.
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Sunday Puzzle: Name game with initials
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Weekend Edition puzzle master Will Shortz and Susie Woodward of Sherwood, Ore.
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Israelis react to the ceasefire deal going into effect 15 months after the war began
We look at how the ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel is being received in Israel, where protests over domestic politics have continued throughout the war.
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People in Gaza rush to see what's left of their homes on first day of Israel-Hamas ceasefire
We assess the first hours of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas- and the mood in Gaza- after more than 15 months of war
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Steve Bannon is clashing with Elon Musk and 'oligarchs' close to Trump
We reflect on an interview with president-elect Donald Trump's former White House strategist Steve Bannon, who is poised to clash with others in Trump's inner circle, notably Elon Musk.