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Christians are in the season of Lent. Muslims in the holy month of Ramadan. Fasting is a part of both faiths' observances. Other religions include periods of fasting as well. What accounts for fasting's longevity across religious traditions?

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Canadian singer/songwriter Julianna Riolino about her new solo, self-released album, "Echo in the Dust."

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Gin Phillips about "Ruby Falls." Her new novel begins in 1928 Chattanooga when a man discovers a mysterious underground cavern with a massive waterfall.

Saladin Rushdan is a veteran, a graduate of the Uncuffed Playlist DJ program at Solano State Prison, and also completed “Defy Ventures,” an entrepreneurial program for people in prison that teaches business skills, entrepreneurship and character development. Saladin is a devout Muslim. He is passionate about trying to influence others to dictate their environment instead of allowing the environment to dictate them.

Little John Perry, also known as “BJ,” is a graduate of the Uncuffed Playlist program. He also contributed to the self-help book “Hustle Guide” for the self-help program “Hustle 2.0.” BJ prioritizes trying to give back to kids and teens as much as he can.

Daniel Anthony Cowie is a 2025 graduate of the groundbreaking Peer Support Specialist Program at Solano State Prison. He is excited to add Uncuffed to his resume as a participant of its 2025 cohort at Solano. He is committed to uplifting, encouraging and inspiring those around him, and believes that education with application is the only way to give birth to transformation. Born and raised in Paramount, California, Daniel has been a devoted soldier of Christ since 2021.

Joshua Ballesteros is a 2025 participant of the Uncuffed cohort at Solano State Prison. He is invested in his self-growth and rehabilitation and has signed up for more than a dozen programs. Born in 2003, he was raised in Perris, CA, and is a first generation U.S. citizen.

Hundreds of people become interested in curling every four years and the 2026 numbers already show that boom.

The chaos of the day can make it hard to shut off your brain and fall asleep. Here's how to create a relaxing environment before bedtime to help you quiet the chatter and feel ready for sleep.

Buckley says she for the "shadowy bits" of her characters. John Powers reviews the Japanese film Kokuho. Documentarian Morgan Neville chronicles Paul McCartney's transformation in Man on the Run.

Trump warned Saturday that Iran would soon "be hit very hard," adding that the U.S. may expand its target list to "new areas and groups of people."

President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday that a demand by the U.S. for an unconditional surrender is a "dream that they should take to their grave." He also apologized for Iran's attacks on regional countries.