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Tuesday

Kishi Bashi Uses The History Of Japanese Internment To Explore America Today

Kishi Bashi's Omoiyari, out May 31, is largely inspired by the artist's visit to ex-internment camps in America. Max Ritter/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Kishi Bashi Uses The History Of Japanese Internment To Explore America Today

To make his latest album, Omoiyari, the Japanese-American artist decided to turn to the past. He visited Japanese internment camps and made music inspired by the stories he found there.

Kishi Bashi Uses The History Of Japanese Internment To Explore America Today

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Monday

National

As Silence Looms For Rolling Thunder, A Vet Explains What It's Meant To Him

Thousands of motorcyclists ride to Washington, D.C., every Memorial Day. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Staff Sgt. Tim Chambers, who spends hours each year saluting Rolling Thunder bikers.

As Silence Looms For Rolling Thunder, A Vet Explains What It's Meant To Him

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As Floodwaters Threaten To Wash Away WWII Sub, Crews Race To Sink It

A World War II-era submarine is again in the water after flooding in Oklahoma inundated the park where the submarine was housed. It's part of extensive flooding in the Missouri River basin.

As Floodwaters Threaten To Wash Away WWII Sub, Crews Race To Sink It

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Europe

Analysis: Voters Choose A New Direction For Europe's Future

Roger Cohen, columnist for The New York Times, analyzes the European Union vote for NPR's Mary Louise Kelly, including the high turnout and the success of the EU's green parties.

Analysis: Voters Choose A New Direction For Europe's Future

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Asia

As Asia Transforms, Abe Looks To Clarify U.S.-Japan Alliance In Trump Meetings

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sheila A. Smith of the Council on Foreign Relations about the goals of the U.S.-Japan summit, including clarity on North Korea and economic deals.

As Asia Transforms, Abe Looks To Clarify U.S.-Japan Alliance In Trump Meetings

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Sports

Veteran Tennis Stars Still Prove Le Creme De La Creme In Paris

It's day two of the French Open. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Sports Illustrated executive editor Jon Wertheim about what to expect from tennis' aging greats and up-and-comers.

Veteran Tennis Stars Still Prove Le Creme De La Creme In Paris

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Friday

'Booksmart' Director Olivia Wilde: Teen Movies 'Made Me Excited To Be Young'

Beanie Feldstein, left, and Kaitlyn Dever, play Molly and Amy, two star students who decide they need to cram four years of high school partying into one night in Booksmart. Annapurna Pictures hide caption

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'Booksmart' Director Olivia Wilde: Teen Movies 'Made Me Excited To Be Young'

Wilde says her directorial debut is a "love letter" to the '80s and '90s movies that defined her adolescence. She hopes this film will help Generation Z "celebrate being young."

'Booksmart' Director Olivia Wilde: Teen Movies 'Made Me Excited To Be Young'

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Friday

Maria Butina Says She Was 'Building Peace.' That's Not How The Feds See It

Maria Butina advocates for gun rights in Russia in 2013. Now sentenced to prison, she denies she had any intelligence assignment in the United States. AP hide caption

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Politics

Maria Butina Says She Was 'Building Peace.' That's Not How The Feds See It

The Russian agent gave an interview to NPR from the detention center where she has been in custody since last summer. She denies being a spy or taking part in election interference.

Maria Butina Says She Was 'Building Peace.' That's Not How The Feds See It

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Friday

Business

The Evolution Of Boeing's 737 Jetliner

Boeing's 737 Max jets remain grounded following two deadly crashes. It's a crucial moment for the world's bestselling jetliner, which was first introduced in 1967.

The Evolution Of Boeing's 737 Jetliner

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Thursday

'High Heel' Muses On Beauty, Power — And Stilettos
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Author Interviews

'High Heel' Muses On Beauty, Power — And Stilettos

When she worked at the U.N., Summer Brennan wore high heels almost every day — even when they made her fall. Her new book High Heel is an exploration of modern womanhood through the history of heels.

'High Heel' Muses On Beauty, Power — And Stilettos

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Wednesday

Can Woodstock 50 'Re-Create The Magic' Of The Original Festival?

Jay-Z performs on stage during 'On the Run II' tour in 2018. The rapper is among the headliners of Woodstock 50. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images hide caption

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Can Woodstock 50 'Re-Create The Magic' Of The Original Festival?

The bill for Woodstock 50 has been announced featuring acts like Imagine Dragons, Jay-Z and Miley Cyrus. The lineup is prompting conversation online. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson weighs in.

Can Woodstock 50 'Re-Create The Magic' Of The Original Festival?

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Tuesday

You're Just My Type: Hikers Compose Love Notes To The Grand Canyon

National park ranger Elyssa Shalla placed a $5 typewriter from Goodwill at Plateau Point in the Grand Canyon and invited hikers to share their thoughts. Elyssa Shalla hide caption

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You're Just My Type: Hikers Compose Love Notes To The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon National Park celebrates its centennial this year. In late 2017 and early 2018, visitors encountered something unusual after a 6-mile hike down to a scenic overlook: a typewriter.

You're Just My Type: Hikers Compose Love Notes To The Grand Canyon

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Monday

Science

The Daring Rescue Of A Rare, Elusive Bat

Hosts Mary Louise Kelly and Ari Shapiro tell the story of a rare bat found trapped in the Museum of English Rural Life, and its rehabilitation by a bat-loving museum volunteer.

The Daring Rescue Of A Rare, Elusive Bat

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Monday

J.S. Ondara Examines An Elusive American Dream On His Debut

"Having not grown up here, I feel I'm always educating myself on what this country is, what it has been and perhaps what it can be." J.S Ondara's debut album is Tales of America. Josh Cheuse/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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J.S. Ondara Examines An Elusive American Dream On His Debut

A decade ago, Ondara was just a kid from Nairobi obsessed with American rock music. Now, his debut album examines the American dream from a newcomer's perspective.

J.S. Ondara Examines An Elusive American Dream On His Debut

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Monday

Racist Med School Yearbook Photos? Medicine's Racism Problems Go Even Deeper

Demonstrators hold signs and chant in Richmond, Va., on Feb. 2. They were calling for the resignation of Gov. Ralph Northam after a racist photo on his medical school yearbook page came to light. He denies that he is in the photo but admits to once dressing in blackface. Steve Helber/AP hide caption

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Racist Med School Yearbook Photos? Medicine's Racism Problems Go Even Deeper

The media attention around a racist photo on Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam's medical school yearbook page sheds light on the larger problem of how racism affects medical care for African-Americans.

Racist Med School Yearbook Photos? Medicine's Racism Problems Go Even Deeper

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