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American Poet Nikki Giovanni has died at the age of 81. Giovanni published her first poetry collection, "Black Feeling Black Talk," in 1968.

In 2011, audiences were captivated by a 14 year old, originally from war-torn Sierra Leone, dancing in the ballet documentary First Position. Michaela DePrince has died at the age of 29.In 2011, audiences were captivated by a 14 year old, originally from war-torn Sierra Leone, dancing in the ballet documentary First Position. Michaela DePrince has died at the age of 29.

Tuesday night, tennis legend Rafael Nadal played his last professional game. As Spain was knocked out of the Davis Cup, his career came to an end.

Tim Walz accepted the Democratic Party’s vice presidential nomination tonight in Chicago, closing out a slate of speakers that included Oprah Winfrey and former President Bill Clinton.

Will President Biden be able to use the Trump verdict moment to sway voters? NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic strategist Jim Messina, campaign manager for former President Obama.

The Supreme Court yesterday heard arguments into whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case focused on efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

To mark the 150th anniversary of the maverick American composer’s birth, pianist Jeremy Denk releases an Ives tribute album that educates, delights and confounds.

In Philadelphia, drumlines can be found at cookouts and block parties. Tony Royster has led his own for over a decade, and shares his love of playing drums on the city's streets.

Former teen heartthrob James Darren died on Monday in his sleep at a hospital in Los Angeles. He was 88 years old.

Texas is one step closer to allowing optional Biblical teachings in public elementary schools. NPR speaks with Carisa Lopez of the Texas Freedom Network about opposition to the legislation.

Yesterday, a hotly-debated housing project in Mid-Sunset finally broke ground after a three-year battle with local opponents.

Wildfires have been raging in New York and New Jersey. People in some areas have been asked to prepare for possible evacuations.