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The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with New York City Council Member Chi Ossé about his FARE act, which shifts the responsibility for broker fees from the tenant to the landlord in many cases.

House Republicans release another stopgap measure to keep the federal government funded just as the last extension is set to expire. It's unclear if the thin GOP majority can get it passed.

Generations of spectators and competitors take over a small hamlet in Western N.Y. each summer to participate in a motorsport with roots in farming: the tractor pull.

A movie star to his core, Robert Redford has died after a visionary career in cinema, including founding the Sundance Institute that transformed the market for independent films.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Republican political strategist Rina Shah about Vice President Harris' efforts to attract GOP voters.

We look at the potential of a government shutdown, as well as FBI Director Kash Patel being questioned on the Jeffrey Epstein files he refuses to release, and Trump's attacks on the media.

BBC Music Introducing named Olivia Dean artist of the year in 2023 following the release of her debut album. Now, Dean is back with her second studio album, The Art of Loving.

Sundar Pichai testified in the remedies trial that will determine the penalties Google will face for monopolizing the search engine market.

After drops in markets and consumer sentiment, economists are pointing to slower growth. NPR asks Morgan Stanley Chief U.S. Economist Michael Gapen about the likelihood of a recession.

NPR's Adrian Florido speaks with Dr. Ron Cook of Lubbock, Texas, about the measles outbreak in his state – and what the Lubbock Health Department is doing to try to control it.

Dr. Kiss, a three-foot-tall wooden puppet, can handle his business in the wrestling ring. He's the star of a traveling show, reveling in the art and artifice of pro wrestling.

Tensions between the U.S. and Colombia continue to rise. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Kevin Whitaker, a former U.S. ambassador to Colombia, about the relationship between the two countries.

There's a big gap between how Israelis and the rest of the world perceive the war and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, mostly because of how the Israeli media portray the conflict.

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with David Kang, Director of the Korean Studies Institute at the University of Southern California, about President Trump's response to North Korea and U.S. strategy.

Hollywood set an all time record over the Thanksgiving holidays. But does that actually mean anything? Movie critic Bob Mondello says it's wise to take the numbers with a grain of salt.

Immigration enforcement in some states now includes highway stops. The Trump administration says local police partnerships are vital for mass deportations, forcing migrants to change travel methods.

Grammy Awards nominations are out Friday. If you go by sheer numbers, it's Beyoncé's year with 11 nods. Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Taylor Swift and Charli XCX were among the artists recognized.

Between Trump's reelection and further Fed rate cuts, there's a lot happening that could shape the housing market. We take a look at the current market, and where it might go from here.

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with democratic Senator Ben Cardin, Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee, about the absence of military aid to Ukraine in Congress's bill averting a government shutdown.

NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Natasha Warikoo, professor of sociology at Tufts University, about ways schools can diversify after the Supreme Court struck down race-conscious admissions.

As the second round of the NBA playoffs continue, some coaches have complained about heightened intensity, saying referees have been letting calls slide. We ask David Dennis Jr. of ESPN's andscape about the validity of those gripes during the playoffs--

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Drew Harris, population health expert at Thomas Jefferson University, about what it means to "flatten the curve" when it comes to curbing the spread of coronavirus.

Morning Edition host Leila Fadel asks GOP strategist Alex Conant about the future of the Republican party in 2026 and beyond.

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Joseph Rodgers, the author of a report on Iran's development of nuclear weapons. Rodgers says satellite images indicate activity has resumed after the U.S. strikes on nuclear facilities in Iran.