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Friday February 25, 2022

'Very Funny Ladies' sketches out the history of women cartoonists at 'The New Yorker'

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'Very Funny Ladies' sketches out the history of women cartoonists at 'The New Yorker'

February 25, 2022 • Liza Donnelly has had a long career writing and drawing cartoons for The New Yorker. In her latest book, she continues her examination of the history of women cartoonists and the storied magazine.

Sunday December 26, 2021

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The rule to making your own game is that there are no rules

December 26, 2021 • Creating your own game can lead to lots of laughs, but it can also help teach people how to bond, work together as a team and create some lasting memories, according to comedian Eric Cunningham.

Sunday September 19, 2021

Life Kit: Dating Over 50

September 19, 2021 • NPR's Life Kit has tips for how to get back on the dating scene for those 50 and older.

Life Kit: Dating Over 50

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Thursday September 16, 2021

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Dating over 50: It's OK to be nervous, but don't let that stop you

September 16, 2021 • Contemplating dating when you're 50 or older can feel daunting. But in order to find love, you usually have to date.

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Wednesday January 20, 2021

'We've Got A Steep Road Ahead': Americans Focus On The Future

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'We've Got A Steep Road Ahead': Americans Focus On The Future

January 20, 2021 • During his inaugural address, President Biden spoke of renewal, resolve and the will of the people. Across the nation, there was a feeling of cautious optimism.

Thursday April 30, 2020

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Tell Us: What Will Your New 'Normal' Look Like?

April 30, 2020 • As states consider gradually loosening stay-at-home orders, tell us what you plan to do. Our reporters may contact you for a story featured on NPR.

Friday April 3, 2020

A Comedian Coughed — And Came Up With 'Coronavirus Rhapsody'

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A Comedian Coughed — And Came Up With 'Coronavirus Rhapsody'

April 3, 2020 • A cough on his couch led comedian Dana Jay Bein to write the parody song "Coronavirus Rhapsody." Then he tweeted it — and the Internet took it from there.

Tuesday March 31, 2020

Tell Us About Trying To Get Tested For The Coronavirus

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The Coronavirus Crisis

Tell Us About Trying To Get Tested For The Coronavirus

March 31, 2020 • Experts have said that testing is essential to controlling the coronavirus pandemic. Tell us your experiences trying to access testing for the coronavirus.

Monday March 16, 2020

Social Distancing Or Quarantined: How Are You Spending Your Time?

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The Coronavirus Crisis

Social Distancing Or Quarantined: How Are You Spending Your Time?

March 16, 2020 • As you're working from home or under quarantine, what are you doing to cope and entertain yourself or your family?

Wednesday December 25, 2019

Hero Killed In UNC-Charlotte Shooting Immortalized As 'Star Wars' Jedi

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Hero Killed In UNC-Charlotte Shooting Immortalized As 'Star Wars' Jedi

December 25, 2019 • Riley Howell, who died saving his classmates from a gunman last April, was a Star Wars fan. Now he is a part of the Star Wars universe.

Songwriter Allee Willis, Whose Work Spanned 'Friends' And 'The Color Purple,' Dies

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Songwriter Allee Willis, Whose Work Spanned 'Friends' And 'The Color Purple,' Dies

December 25, 2019 • Willis, 72, also worked with Earth, Wind & Fire. She says she learned from the band's Maurice White to "never let the lyric get in the way of the groove."

Thursday November 28, 2019

Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving On The 4th Thursday Of November

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Why We Celebrate Thanksgiving On The 4th Thursday Of November

November 28, 2019 • There is an explanation, but you have to go back to things decreed by Presidents Washington, Lincoln and Roosevelt (FDR, that is).

Sunday October 27, 2019

Prince Memoir, 'The Beautiful Ones,' Brings To Life A Vision In One's Mind

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Prince Memoir, 'The Beautiful Ones,' Brings To Life A Vision In One's Mind

October 27, 2019 • You won't get a full picture of Prince from this book, but it does manage to pierce through some of the mystery the renowned artist purposely cultivated around and about himself.