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What is Temu, and should you let your parents order from it?
Temu aggressively markets "hot deals," such as a hooded button-up fleece jacket for $8.32. But some U.S. officials accuse Temu of unfair and/or unethical practices.
NPR NewsNPR NewsWhat is Temu, and should you let your parents order from it?
Temu aggressively markets "hot deals," such as a hooded button-up fleece jacket for $8.32. But some U.S. officials accuse Temu of unfair and/or unethical practices.
NPR NewsA small fish is at the center of a big fight in the Chesapeake Bay
Recreational fishermen and conservation groups worry overfishing for menhaden threatens the Chesapeake Bay. Industry says current data doesn't support shutting down the more than century-old fishery.
NPR NewsA small fish is at the center of a big fight in the Chesapeake Bay
Recreational fishermen and conservation groups worry overfishing for menhaden threatens the Chesapeake Bay. Industry says current data doesn't support shutting down the more than century-old fishery.
NPR NewsOfficer involved in Freddie Gray's death will oversee Baltimore police integrity unit
Captain Alicia White's move to the Public Integrity Bureau went into effect on Feb. 11, officials say. She is one of the six officers involved in Freddie Gray's death, none of whom were convicted.
NPR NewsWe asked young Black voters about Biden and the Democrats. Here's what we learned
Young Black voters were a key part of the coalition that sent Joe Biden to the White House in 2020. Yet recent polls suggest some of that support has eroded.
NPR NewsDating habits are changing — again. Here are 3 trends and tips for navigating them
Technology, burnout and generational differences are creating new habits in the dating scene. Two dating coaches share advice on how to navigate them.
NPR NewsBrumation and torpor: How animals survive cold snaps by playing dead-ish
Social media was recently taken aback watching as alligators in freezing weather appeared to go into a deep sleep to stay alive. They're not alone. Iguanas and hummingbirds do it too.
NPR NewsThe Oakland A's hire the first female primary play-by-play announcer in MLB history
Jenny Cavnar will call most of the games during the 2024 season. She was the backup play-by-play announcer for the Colorado Rockies for 12 years and has five Emmys.
NPR NewsA dance about gun violence is touring nationally with Alvin Ailey's company
Choreographer Jamar Roberts created a piece about gun violence and police brutality when he found himself sleepless over the issue. It's touring now with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
NPR NewsPakistan party nominates Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister, ending deadlock
The move to reappoint Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister is a likely blow to millions of Pakistanis who voted in last week's elections for independents backed by the country's popular leader Imran Khan.
NPR NewsA radio station is now playing Beyoncé's country song after an outcry from fans
A fan said he emailed KYKC in Oklahoma and was told they don't play Beyoncé, as it is a country radio station. The station claims they did not yet have access to the song.
NPR NewsHomeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas impeached by House Republicans
Mayorkas becomes the first cabinet secretary to be impeached since 1876. The Democratic-controlled Senate is expected to leave Mayorkas in office.
NPR NewsDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin is discharged from hospital, resuming full duties
Austin, 70, has had ongoing health issues since undergoing surgery in December to treat prostate cancer. In January, Austin was hospitalized for two weeks after he experienced surgery complications.
NPR NewsPakistan heads toward a coalition government
The announcement of plans for a coalition government ends the uncertainty since last week when no party won a simple majority in parliamentary elections.
NPR NewsGrover the Muppet becomes a journalist, shining a light on the plight of the industry
"As a news reporter ... I am confident to report that you are so special and amazing," Grover tweeted. Some responded with jokes about him getting laid off, a common occurrence in today's media world.
NPR NewsA landslide in Turkey has trapped 9 gold mine workers
Nine mine workers were trapped underground after a landslide at a gold mine in Turkey's eastern Anatolia region.
NPR NewsYes, a lot of people watched the Super Bowl, but the monoculture is still a myth
Super Bowl viewership isn't faltering in the same way broadcast, cable and awards shows are. But do we really need mass consumption of the same cultural work? Or just smart and connected consumption?
NPR NewsA massive winter storm disrupts travel and closes schools in the Northeast
A fast-moving storm struck the Northeast on Monday evening and is pushing east. Heavy snow and strong winds have disrupted travel and affected millions of residents with road and school closures.
NPR NewsMediators are in Cairo working to secure a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas
The talks come as Israel signals it may soon launch an invasion of Rafah, in the south of the Gaza Strip. The talks were expected to center on a plan that would pause the fighting for up to six weeks.
NPR NewsNew Gaza cease-fire talks to begin in Cairo; Senate passes foreign aid bill
Officials begin new efforts to work out a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. A bipartisan Senate majority passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
NPR NewsSenate advances military aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
The measure, which would provide $95 billion in military aid, has little hope of seeing a vote in the House where hard-line Republicans oppose the measure.
NPR News3 things you should know about Indonesia's presidential elections
The nation's younger voters may decide whether the world's third-largest democracy maintains economic growth and political reform or slides backward to the authoritarian politics of a generation ago.
NPR NewsJon Stewart's 'Daily Show' return is so smooth, it's like he never left
Stewart eased back into the host's chair Monday night without missing a beat, firing off jokes with a familiar style that felt like he had left just a few weeks ago, rather than in 2015.
NPR NewsBorder security dominates in New York special election to replace Rep. Santos
Border politics have dominated the special election to replace expelled former Rep. George Santos in a critical swing district in New York.
NPR NewsShots can be scary and painful for kids. One doctor has a plan to end needle phobia
Research suggests the biggest source of pain for children in the health care system is needles. One California doctor says the fear of needles is a serious problem, but proposes some simple solutions.
NPR NewsHospitals are fighting a Medicare payment fix that would save tax dollars
Medicare pays hospitals about double what it pays other providers for the same services. The hospital lobby is fighting hard to make sure a switch to "site-neutral payments" doesn't become law.
NPR NewsSkip candy this Valentine's Day. Here are some healthier options
Most of the candy that you see on grocery store shelves is processed and high in sugar. Consider a healthier alternative for your loved one this year.
NPR NewsWith Western military aid increasingly uncertain, Ukraine builds its own weapons
Ukraine's domestic arms manufacturers bristle at the notion the country relies entirely on military aid from the U.S. and Europe. The country's weapons development and production, they say, is robust.
NPR NewsHow Hollywood art directors are working to keep their sets out of the landfill
Sets are often discarded after productions, with thousands of tons of materials going into dumpsters each year. Now art directors and their allies are pushing for a more sustainable approach.