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Netflix plans to open brick and mortar locations
The streamer plans to open physical stores — dubbed Netflix House — offering retail, dining and content-themed entertainment. It's unclear if they'll sell DVDs.
NPR NewsNPR NewsAs Northern Gazans flee, Israel prepares for an expected ground assault
The Israeli military says troops are "in formation" across the Gaza Strip for the next stage of operations. Two main routes remained open as thousands of Palestinians continue to flee.
NPR NewsConservative former businessman wins New Zealand election, set to be prime minister
Christopher Luxon will be the nation's prime minister after a decisive election victory. People voted for change after six years of a liberal government led for most of that time by Jacinda Ardern.
NPR NewsAustralia votes against creating an Indigenous panel to advise Parliament
Advocates for constitutional change in Australia said they were devastated by the defeat of a referendum that would have created a committee to offer advice on policies that affect Indigenous people.
NPR NewsCriminal mastermind or hapless dude? A look into Sam Bankman-Fried's trial so far
The trial of the former FTX CEO concluded its second week, featuring explosive testimony from Caroline Ellison, a former girlfriend of Bankman-Fried.
NPR NewsInflation has a new victim: Girl Scout cookies
Many Girl Scout councils are raising the price of their popular cookies from $5 to $6 a box. The increase offers Girl Scouts and their customers a bittersweet lesson in inflation.
NPR NewsA survivor recalls horrors of Mexico's migrant center fire that almost killed him
A man from El Salvador describes inhumane treatment by Mexican authorities leading up to the deadly fire at a migration detention in Mexico in March.
NPR NewsHow 3 trash collectors reminded him to see the humanity in everyone he meets
After Jeff Balch's mom died, the response of three trash collectors has stayed with him.
NPR NewsU.S. students are clashing over the Israel-Hamas war. What can colleges do?
The conflict has heightened tensions on U.S. campuses. What is the role and responsibility of colleges right now?
NPR NewsNew Hampshire voters warn GOP candidates against taking Granite State for granted
New Hampshire is proud to hold the first in the nation primary for presidential elections. But in an age of social media and cable news, can a state election still make a national difference?
NPR NewsAmericans strongly support Israel, but there are generational and racial divides
In a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll, public opinion about Israel in its war with Hamas is supportive, though the role of the U.S. in the region isn't as clear as Biden faces sharp disapproval.
NPR NewsIn 'Blackouts,' one writer brings America's hidden queer history to the forefront
In Blackouts, Justin Torres plays with fact and fiction, and calls into question whose story gets told.
NPR NewsKaiser Permanente workers win 21% raise over 4 years after strike
The health care giant and the coalition of unions that walked out for three days earlier this month announced a contract deal that averts another strike.
NPR NewsWhat to know about the elusive Hamas military commander behind the attack on Israel
Known as "the guest" for his habit of staying in a different house each night to evade Israeli attacks, Mohammed Deif, leader of Hamas' military wing, remains an enigmatic and shadowy figure.
NPR NewsUAW announces new approach in its historic strike against the Big Three automakers
A month after auto workers first walked off the job, UAW President Shawn Fain said the union will be ready to call for an expansion of its strike against Big Three automakers at any time.
NPR NewsJim Jordan makes second bid for speaker
The Ohio Republican lawmaker is trying again to secure the gavel after initially losing the nomination to Majority Leader Steve Scalise. It's unclear if he can rally the party behind him.
NPR NewsLeft behind, in an assaulted Israeli town
In the Israeli town of Sderot, less than a mile from the Gaza Strip, there are remnants and recollections of carnage from Hamas' ongoing attack.
NPR News'Curlfriends: New In Town' reminds us that there can be positives of middle school
The first volume in author-artist Sharee Miller's debut YA graphic novel series reminds us of the many possibilities and excitements interwoven within the challenging years of early teenagerhood.
NPR NewsDoctors in Gaza describe the war's devastating impact on hospitals and health care
After the brutal attack on Israel by Hamas militants, Israel has begun air strikes on Gaza. The World Health Organization warns that the health system there is at a breaking point.
NPR NewsJapan seeks to revoke the Unification Church's legal status after Abe killing
Japan's government has asked a court to remove the legal standing and tax breaks of the Unification Church, which was tied to the shocking assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe last year.
NPR NewsLeVar Burton to replace Drew Barrymore as host of National Book Awards
Barrymore was originally set to host American literature's glitziest night, until she announced her talk show would be returning during the Writers Guild strike.
NPR NewsVisitors are scrambling to leave Israel and Gaza as the fighting rages
The chaos of the conflict between Israel and Hamas has forced many airlines to cancel flights to Tel Aviv, preventing foreign visitors from returning home and damaging Israel's travel sector.
NPR NewsUp First briefing: Israel warns Gaza's civilians to leave; Scalise drops speaker bid
Israel warns civilians to evacuate northern Gaza amid expectations of a ground invasion. Rep. Steve Scalise drops out of the House speaker race.
NPR NewsAmerica can't resist fast fashion. Shein, with all its issues, is tailored for it
With clothes cheaper than a latte, built for today's microtrends, Shein courts the same young women who launched the renaissance of thrifting and resale. Legal complaints about the company are many.
NPR NewsIsrael warns more than 1 million people to evacuate northern Gaza
The order from Israel faced immediate international objections, including from the U.N., which warned such an evacuation would have "devastating humanitarian consequences."
NPR NewsBlack residents in rural Alabama demand sanitation equity, saying 'it's a right'
A landmark environmental justice agreement is aimed at fixing longstanding sanitation issues in a rural, predominantly Black Alabama county. Residents say they've waited long enough.
NPR NewsHow to help humanitarian efforts in Israel and Gaza
Humanitarian groups are working to respond to the violence in Israel and Gaza. Here are some ways to help — and avoid getting scammed.
NPR NewsHere's how you can see Saturday's 'ring of fire' solar eclipse
People in some areas of the western U.S. will be able to see the annular eclipse, when the moon passes directly in front of the sun. Experts urge viewers to watch the eclipse safely.
NPR News'Irth' hospital review app aims to take the bias out of giving birth
Founded by a Black mom, the app gathers reviews by and for people of color about their experience with the health care system during pregnancy and delivery.
NPR NewsWho's in and who's out of the 2024 presidential race? Test yourself in the quiz
Someone is newly running for president, and someone is newly not. Do you know who they are? Find out in the weekly NPR news quiz.