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Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

How do virtual assistants like Alexa affect children's learning experiences? Some experts say easy answers delivered by technology can hurt the development of problem-solving skills in kids. Kathleen Finlay/Image Source/Getty Images hide caption

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Education

Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

How do virtual assistants like Alexa affect children's learning experiences? Some experts say easy answers delivered by technology can hurt the development of problem-solving skills in kids.

Alexa Can Help Kids With Homework, But Don't Forget Problem-Solving Skills

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How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

Bad Bunny backstage at Apple Music's 'Up Next' Artist concert in Miami, Fl. in March 2018. Manny Hernandez/Getty Images for Apple Music hide caption

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Music Interviews

How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

No, he's not a cartoon character. Bad Bunny is the up-and-coming Puerto Rican rapper soaring to international fame.

How Bad Bunny Skipped Categories And Skyrocketed To Fame

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Technology

Cuba's Mobile Internet Access Is A Big Step, But It's Not Without Flaws

The Cuban government recently extended Internet to mobile devices, a big step for Cubans living on the island under the repressive communist regime.

Cuba's Mobile Internet Access Is A Big Step, But It's Not Without Flaws

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Biggest Market Rally Since 2009 Follows Days Of Painful Losses

Specialist Vera Liu (left) and trader James Matthews work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday. U.S. stocks are experiencing a post-Christmas rally after record-breaking losses on Monday. Richard Drew/AP hide caption

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Business

Biggest Market Rally Since 2009 Follows Days Of Painful Losses

The Dow had its best day since 2009, gaining nearly 5 percent. But jitters over interest rates, trade tensions and turmoil in Washington have still made December a bruising month in the markets.

Bad Bunny En Español: El Nuevo Disco Y Sus Influencias

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Alt.Latino

Bad Bunny En Español: El Nuevo Disco Y Sus Influencias

In an interview from Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny talks about his influences and the music on his new record.

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Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

Just a little of our year's worth of listening. Felix Contreras/NPR hide caption

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Alt.Latino

Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

Alt.Latino reviews some of the best 2018 music recommendations from listeners — and welcomes back a dear friend.

Our Listeners Speak Up: Your Best Of 2018

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Business

Google Will Spend $1 Billion To Build New Campus In New York City

Google is expanding its footprint in New York City, pledging to add jobs and spend $1 billion on a new campus. It's the latest example of a Silicon Valley giant branching out in an influential city.

Google Will Spend $1 Billion To Build New Campus In New York City

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Business

'Roma' Hailed As Cuarón's Masterpiece, Despite Distribution, Production Battle

Netflix released Roma in select theaters, before offering it online. It's being called Alfonso Cuarón's masterpiece, and garnering Oscar buzz, after a distribution and production battle.

'Roma' Hailed As Cuarón's Masterpiece, Despite Distribution, Production Battle

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Technology

2018 In Review: What Happened In The World Of Big Tech

Growing awareness of privacy scandals and the spread of misinformation on social media may mean our love affair with technology has ended, and a new era of regulation is about to begin.

2018 In Review: What Happened In The World Of Big Tech

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With An Eye On Oscars, Netflix Sent 'Roma' To Theaters First

Roma, written and directed by Alfonso Cuarón, is being shown in cinemas across the U.S. — but for just a few weeks — before heading for Netflix streaming. Carlos Somonte/Netflix hide caption

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Business

With An Eye On Oscars, Netflix Sent 'Roma' To Theaters First

Alfonso Cuarón's acclaimed movie has been part of an ongoing battle over who gets to premiere movies: streaming services like Netflix, or theaters?

With An Eye On Oscars, Netflix Sent 'Roma' To Theaters First

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Asia

The History Of Tech Giant Huawei And The Chinese Government

The Huawei company was founded in 1987 by a former officer of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. It has grown into a technology giant, with help from its ties to the Chinese government.

The History Of Tech Giant Huawei And The Chinese Government

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Technology

Google Employees Join Others In Asking The Search Engine To Stay Out Of China

Google left China in 2010 because of government censorship. But the controversial Project Dragonfly would return a version of the search engine that would cooperate with the authoritarian government.

Google Employees Join Others In Asking The Search Engine To Stay Out Of China

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Business

Google Workers, Amnesty International Protest Censored Search Engine In China

Google employees and human rights groups have been raising the alarm for some time over how Google would operate under one of the most authoritarian and information-controlling regimes in the world.

Google Workers, Amnesty International Protest Censored Search Engine In China

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