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NPR's Scott Simon takes a moment to remember Alice Tan Ridley, who busked in the New York City subways and reached the semi-finals of "America's Got Talent."

This moment of economic uncertainty could drive more Americans to buy used. But experts say secondhand stores won't be immune from tariffs either.

The so-called de minimis exemption allowed Chinese and Hong Kong retailers to ship millions of packages worth $800 or less directly to U.S. consumers. That loophole will close May 2.

Honeybee populations are again declining, threatening crops. But the honeybee is not the only bee that can work in the fields.

Organizers of Oakland's First Fridays art festival made a flyer promoting the event using AI, and are facing backlash for not using an actual artist. NPR's Scott Simon explains.

It's been an emotional rollercoaster for TikTok creators over the past few months, with the app's future uncertain. But there are ways to decompress.

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be at the White House to celebrate their World Series win. But not everyone is happy that the team will meet with President Trump.

A trip to the grocery or liquor store is about to become even more expensive, economists say. From seafood to olive oil, these items will likely cost more under President Trump's tariffs.

If passed, the package could become a hallmark of President Trump's second term. But a number of obstacles remain ahead.

NPR's Scott Simon celebrates Weekend Edition's Executive Producer, Sarah Lucy Oliver, who is retiring.

The Women's National Football Conference kicks off its sixth season this weekend. The Jersey Shore Wave is one of the new teams joining the league this year.

President Trump's new executive order ends collective bargaining for wide swaths of federal employees, as part of his broader campaign to reshape the government's workforce. Unions are vowing to sue.

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Fluctuating American tariff policy is keeping industries on their heels — Hollywood very much included. Plus, the president enters mediation with Paramount.

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An autocracy journalist discusses the rise of authoritarianism in Hungary and sees parallels in some recent actions by the Trump administration.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Supreme Court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. The White House is asserting its power to say “no.”

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The agents were looking for five students they claim are undocumented. School officials turned them away in a test of LAUSD’s policy of noncooperation with ICE.

Homeland Security agents denied entry to 2 LAUSD elementaries in South LA

The agents were looking for five students they claim are undocumented. School officials turned them away in a test of LAUSD’s policy of noncooperation with ICE.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Supreme Court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. The White House is asserting its power to say “no.”

Trump administration won’t return wrongfully deported man, defying courts

The Supreme Court ordered the Trump administration to facilitate Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. The White House is asserting its power to say “no.”

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Newport Beach is fighting the state of California after proposing to make offshore mooring permits more expensive.

Newport Beach investigated for pricy mooring permits

Newport Beach is fighting the state of California after proposing to make offshore mooring permits more expensive.

from KCRW Features

After decades of ups and downs, the Long Beach Grand Prix is hoping to capture a record number of fans for its 50th anniversary.

Long Beach Grand Prix celebrates 50th year under new owners

After decades of ups and downs, the Long Beach Grand Prix is hoping to capture a record number of fans for its 50th anniversary.

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Federal Homeland Security agents tried to enter two LA Unified schools without a warrant.

Federal agents looking for LAUSD students denied access

Federal Homeland Security agents tried to enter two LA Unified schools without a warrant.

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China is limiting the number of Hollywood films in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

How much would Hollywood suffer if China blocks film releases?

China is limiting the number of Hollywood films in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

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The president reversed course on his tariff plan hours after it took effect. Can he bring back the nostalgic economic prosperity voters desire?

Trump tries to tariff the US to greatness — will it work?

The president reversed course on his tariff plan hours after it took effect. Can he bring back the nostalgic economic prosperity voters desire?

from Left, Right & Center

The Broad museum broke ground this week on a new construction project. Meanwhile, it’s celebrating a decade in Downtown Los Angeles.

The Broad museum expansion hopes to revitalize art scene

The Broad museum broke ground this week on a new construction project. Meanwhile, it’s celebrating a decade in Downtown Los Angeles.

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