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K-pop superstars BLACKPINK become the most streamed female band on Spotify
With nearly 9 billion streams, the popular K-pop girl group beat the previous titleholders, Little Mix, on Wednesday, according to Guinness World Records.
NPR NewsNPR NewsHow researchers are trying to harness the electricity in the human body
Writer Sally Adee says scientists are looking into ways to manipulate the body's natural electrical fields to try and treat wounds, depression, paralysis, and cancer. Her new book is We Are Electric.
NPR NewsColin Kaepernick describes how he embraced his blackness as a teenager
Kaepernick's upbringing and teen crucibles are the source of his new graphic novel, titled Change the Game.
NPR NewsGreater gender equality can help both men and women live longer, a new study finds
Researchers used data from more than 150 countries to connect gender equality and life expectancy. They hope their findings can help policymakers set priorities in public health and other areas.
NPR NewsThe 4 kidnapped Americans are part of a large wave of U.S. medical tourism in Mexico
Before the pandemic halted travel, some 1.2 million American citizens visited Mexico for health care. The number is rising quickly again, with border restrictions eased.
NPR NewsThe DOJ will review Memphis police policies following the death of Tyre Nichols
The review, which was requested by Memphis officials, will examine the department's use of force and de-escalation policies. At least 10 officers were involved in the deadly encounter with Nichols.
NPR NewsAdidas reports a $540M loss as it struggles with unsold Yeezy products
In October, Adidas cut ties with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, over the rapper's antisemitic remarks. The company's inability to sell his popular Yeezy line of shoes helped batter earnings.
NPR NewsStates rake in billions from recreational pot sales. That didn't sway Oklahoma voters
Voters in the state turned back a ballot measure that would have legalized adult recreational marijuana. By one estimate, totals for taxes on medical and recreational use reached $3.7 billion in 2021.
NPR News2 more eyedrop brands are recalled due to risks of injury and vision problems
The FDA posted recall notices for certain eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex, including an over-the-counter product, Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops, "that could result in blindness."
NPR News'The Angel Maker' is a thrilling question mark all the way to the end
In Alex North's skilled hands, this narrative that juggles so many elements becomes a very cohesive, enthralling ride into some of the darkest corners of extreme religiousness and human nature.
NPR NewsHow we went from near record savings to record debt in just two years
U.S. consumers had one of the highest savings rates on record in 2021 and credit card debt was plummeting. Now our savings is gone and debt is surging. What happened?
NPR NewsAs state-run police expand into Jackson, some welcome the help. Others see racism
To help combat Jackson's per capita murder rate, which is one of the worst in the country, the state Legislature expanded the reach of the Capitol Police. City leaders say they've been sidelined.
NPR NewsHow a civil war erupted at Fox News after the 2020 election
After Fox News projected Joe Biden would beat Donald Trump in the key state of Arizona, network stars turned on their own journalists, documents made public in a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit show.
NPR NewsA woman raised an alligator from a hatchling as a pet. Now it's nearly 8 feet long
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials say that the woman in Caldwell County, Texas, treated the alligator as a pet. She named it Tewa.
NPR NewsGermany moves toward restrictions on Huawei, as Europe sours on China
Germany said Tuesday it is reviewing tech suppliers such as China's Huawei and ZTE, whose equipment is used in Germany's 5G networks. Europeans are starting to favor a tougher stance on China.
NPR News2024 Republican presidential candidates: A list of who is or may be running
Republicans face a likely crowded field for the chance to challenge President Biden, who is expected to announce he's running for reelection. Here's who's in and who's thinking about a 2024 run.
NPR NewsModerna's COVID vaccine gambit: Hike the price, offer free doses for uninsured
Once U.S. stockpiles of COVID-19 vaccine run out, Moderna says it might charge as much as $130 per dose, but give people who lack health insurance a break. Critics say that's not enough help.
NPR NewsSouth Korea says again that Kim Jong Un has 3 children, and the eldest is a son
Questions about the dynastic ruler's children and possible succession scenario arose with the apparent second child's repeated appearances in public in public in recent months.
NPR NewsRural communities want to tap federal funding. But it's hard to know where to start
The USDA has hired people to help small communities tap the complex web of programs for money they need to address big problems. But that help is only available in select areas.
NPR NewsUkraine's government says it wasn't involved in the attacks on Nord Stream pipelines
An adviser to Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the reports are based on "anonymous conjecture but not real facts." The attacks, he said, are "devoid of tactical sense."
NPR NewsElon Musk apologizes after mocking laid-off Twitter employee with disability
The billionaire owner of Twitter apologized after publicly questioning a Twitter employee's query about whether he had been laid off and speaking dismissively of that employee's disability.
NPR NewsMississippi Senate OKs bill that expands police in majority-Black state capitol
Supporters of the bill say they are trying to improve public safety in Jackson but critics say the bill is a paternalistic attempt to intrude on local decision-making and voting rights in the capital.
NPR NewsBen Savage, star of '90s sitcom 'Boy Meets World,' is running for Congress
Ben Savage, 42, is running as a Democrat to represent District 30 in California. The seat is being left vacant by Rep. Adam Schiff.
NPR NewsAn oil CEO who will head climate talks this year calls for lowered emissions
Sultan al-Jaber told energy industry power players on Monday that the world must cut emissions 7% each year and eliminate all release of methane.
NPR NewsThe City of Memphis says it has completed its investigation into Tyre Nichols' death
Nearly 20 hours of new footage and audio, along with accompanying documents, will be released to the public on Wednesday afternoon, officials say.
NPR NewsRailway transport safety is failing. These lawmakers have a plan to help
Another headline-grabbing trail derailment in the span of a month has legislators urging stricter safety regulations for railway workers.
NPR NewsSenate Republican Leader McConnell slams Fox and Tucker Carlson for Jan. 6 portrayal
McConnell joins U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger and Democrats in slamming Carlson's portrayal of the Jan. 6 attack. Carlson began a two-part show series on the insurrection Monday night.
NPR NewsFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns inflation fight will be long and bumpy
Speaking before the Senate Banking Committee, Powell warned the central bank may have to raise interest rates even more, sending stock markets sharply lower.
NPR NewsCan insects have culture? Puzzle-solving bumblebees show it's possible
A new study in PLOS Biology finds that bumblebees can learn to solve puzzles from each other — suggesting that even invertebrate animals may have a capacity for 'culture.'
NPR NewsNYC Mayor Eric Adams is telling stores to have customers remove their face masks
"We are putting out a clear call to all of our shops: Do not allow people to enter the store without taking off their face mask," the mayor said. A flurry of questions ensued.