NPR's Scott Simon asks Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, the Congolese minister for foreign affairs, about gains made by rebels backed by Rwanda.

In Ali Smith's latest novel, "Gliff," a brother and sister befriend a horse in a dystopian future. NPR's Scott Simon explores the issue of authoritarianism with the novelist and playwright.

SIMON: WNBA is expanding - going to be new teams in San Francisco, Portland and Toronto in the next two seasons. Then a franchise in a yet-to-be-named city by 2028 - they're ownership groups ...

Marianne Faithfull died this week at the age of 78, after a full and often raucous life that ranged from the top of the rock ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Patrick Patterson and Steve Scipio of the British funk band Cymande about their new album and about reconstituting the band after decades.

NPR's Scott Simon asks Robert Littell about Leon Trotsky's time living in the Bronx. Littell is the author of "Bronshtein in the Bronx." ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Patrick Patterson and Steve Scipio of the British funk band Cymande about their new album and about reconstituting the band after decades.

President Trump is imposing steep new tariffs today on some of America's biggest trading partners. The move could affect the cost of everything from tequila to two-by-fours.

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NPR's Scott Simons speaks to Maha Nassar, a professor at the University of Arizona, about how Palestinians will view the Israeli Prime Minister's visit to the White House next week.

When is Ken Burns releasing his series on the American Revolution? Food editor lists 5 foods to try in 2025 and why they made the list. Guest DJs spin vinyl in Cape Cod's first listening lounge ...