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Wednesday February 14, 2024

It's a Leap Year. How will you be spending your extra day?

Feb. 29 only happens every four years. How will you spend it? Tribune News Service via Getty Images hide caption

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Strange News

It's a Leap Year. How will you be spending your extra day?

February 14, 2024 • Will you be celebrating a birthday on Feb. 29, or have other fun plans in the works? NPR wants to know how you'll be spending your leap day.

Friday February 9, 2024

A brother and sister enjoy an imaginative game in a domestic garden on a sunny day. Siblings can have a powerful effect on one another. Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images hide caption

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Science

Have a story about your sibling? Share it with us!

February 9, 2024 • Siblings can have a profound effect on us in childhood and over the course of our lives. How have these bonds affected you? Share your story with us.

Wednesday April 26, 2023

Hank Azaria (left) and Hari Kondabolu speak with each other in public for the first time since their fallout in 2017. PR Agency/Designed by NPR hide caption

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Code Switch

The Fallout of a Callout

April 26, 2023 • In 2017, comedian Hari Kondabolu called out Hollywood's portrayals of South Asians with his documentary The Problem With Apu. The film was also a criticism of comedian Hank Azaria, who is white, for voicing the Indian character on The Simpsons. On this episode, Hari and Hank sit down to talk publicly for the first time about that callout and everything that has gone down since.

The Fallout of a Callout

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Tuesday August 9, 2022

11 more tips on how to stay cool without an A/C, recommended by NPR's readers

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Goats and Soda

11 more tips on how to stay cool without an A/C, recommended by NPR's readers

August 9, 2022 • NPR readers share their favorite tips on how to cope with heat without an air conditioner. Among the tips: take a shower with a sheet on, then wear it to bed.

Friday July 15, 2022

We asked, you answered: NPR readers share how they handled COVID on vacation

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Goats and Soda

We asked, you answered: NPR readers share how they handled COVID on vacation

July 15, 2022 • Nearly 5,000 NPR readers told us how they dealt with COVID on a trip. Did they respect the CDC guidance to wait 10 days before flying? Or did they travel anyway? What lessons do they have to share?

Saturday April 30, 2022

We asked, you answered: Have you taught your children to run errands on their own?

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Goats and Soda

We asked, you answered: Have you taught your children to run errands on their own?

April 30, 2022 • Nearly 100 NPR readers gave their views on encouraging kids to do tasks on their own at home and in the community. Some are opposed to the practice for safety reasons. Others shared personal stories.

Wednesday September 30, 2020

Tell Us: What Does The American Flag Mean To You Right Now?

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National

Tell Us: What Does The American Flag Mean To You Right Now?

September 30, 2020 • Are you seeing more American flags these days or maybe flying one yourself? Tell us what the United States flag means to you and whether that has changed over time.

Saturday December 14, 2019

Tensions Over Politics At Work? Tell Us About It

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Business

Tensions Over Politics At Work? Tell Us About It

December 14, 2019 • As the 2020 presidential election heats up, surveys show workplace tensions over politics have increased. Maybe this is true for you. If so, we would love to hear your story.

Monday April 1, 2019

Have You Gone Live On Facebook? Share Your Thoughts About Facebook Live

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Technology

Have You Gone Live On Facebook? Share Your Thoughts About Facebook Live

April 1, 2019 • Have you ever used Facebook Live? If so, share your experience. Your response could be used in an upcoming NPR story.

Thursday March 7, 2019

Fans Of Phillies, Padres: What Do You Think Of Harper, Machado?

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Sports

Fans Of Phillies, Padres: What Do You Think Of Harper, Machado?

March 7, 2019 • NPR's Morning Edition wants to hear from fans of the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres on the signings of Bryce Harper and Manny Machado.

Friday March 1, 2019

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Economy

Do You Work In The Gig Economy? We Want To Hear From You

March 1, 2019 • If you do gig work, NPR's Morning Edition wants to hear from you.

Wednesday December 5, 2018

How Have Your Holiday Traditions Been Impacted By The Loss Of A Loved One?

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National

How Have Your Holiday Traditions Been Impacted By The Loss Of A Loved One?

December 5, 2018 • How has your family carried on holiday traditions or created new ones after the death of a loved one? NPR wants to hear from you.

Monday November 12, 2018

What About America Are You Thankful For? Tell Us

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Culture

What About America Are You Thankful For? Tell Us

November 12, 2018 • As part of the regular poetry segment on NPR's Morning Edition, we are asking you to send us what about American you are most thankful for. Kwame Alexander will turn your responses into a poem.

What About America Are You Thankful For? Tell Us

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Friday November 9, 2018

Share Your Story: What Issues Will Your Family Debate This Thanksgiving?

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Goats and Soda

Share Your Story: What Issues Will Your Family Debate This Thanksgiving?

November 9, 2018 • What issues do you expect your family to debate this Thanksgiving? And what's your strategy for confronting difficult topics? Tell us your story and you may be featured on Morning Edition.

Tuesday November 6, 2018

Voters Share Stories: 'I Voted For The First Time In The Solitude Of My Dorm Room'

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Elections

Voters Share Stories: 'I Voted For The First Time In The Solitude Of My Dorm Room'

November 6, 2018 • We asked voters to describe their Election Day experiences. Some talked about bringing their children along or about talking with their grandchildren about the privileges of voting.