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Israel and Iran continue to exchange airstrikes with a focus on energy infrastructure. President Trump says Israel acted alone in striking a key gas field and better not do it again.
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How might attacks on gas fields in the Middle East affect global energy markets? NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to Ira Joseph, a gas analyst at Columbia University's Center for Global Energy Policy.
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President Trump's Board of Peace has quietly given Hamas a proposal to hand over all of its weapons to ensure Gaza's reconstruction.
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Global oil and energy prices reel as the war in the Middle East escalates, Trump talks about potential for ground troops in Iran and the possibility of seizing Kharg Island.
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NPR's A Martinez speaks with actress Lisa Kudrow about season 3 of her HBO series, "The Comeback," which returns Sunday.
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Luther College Jazz Orchestra Spring Tour 2026
The acclaimed Luther College Jazz Orchestra will perform at the Church of the Holy Apostles at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 22.
"We All Carry Through," paintings by Amy Hutcheson
Kacky Walton spoke with Amy Hutcheson, whose vibrant artwork will be on view at Church Health from Saturday, March 21, through Thursday, April 30, with additional pieces on view at FocalPoint.
TN Politics: Task Force proponents are coming for victory laps
The Memphis Safe Task Force has helped significantly reduce crime. Politicians are careful with praise.
Concerts International continues season with Goldmund Quartet at CBHS Theatre
Concerts International's chamber music season continues in a new venue and on a new day, Saturday, March 21, at Christian Brothers High School Theatre, with the acclaimed Goldmund String Quartet.
Why Nonprofit Journalism Matters More Than Ever in Memphis
In today’s rapidly changing media landscape, local journalism is under real strain. Newsrooms have shrunk, advertising revenue has declined, and communities across the country are losing trusted sources of in-depth reporting. Yet strong local journalism is essential to a healthy democracy.
Arts Agenda: Monologues, music, and outdoor theater
Featured: Musician Will Kimbrough in Tribute to Todd Snider at the Green Room; Jamie Barton in Recital for one night only at Harris Concert Hall
Opera Superstar Jamie Barton Comes to Memphis for Two Special Performances
Opera superstar Jamie Barton is coming to Memphis for two exciting events: a concert on Saturday, March 21, at 7:00 p.m. at Harris Concert Hall featuring pianist Kathleen Kelly and Opera Memphis Handorf Company artists Tina O'Malley, Perri DiChristina, and Joel Clemens, followed on Saturday, March 28, with a performance of the huge Verdi Requiem with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra (MSO), soloists, and chorus.
Spring has a quiet way of reminding us ...
... that hope is never very far away.
Shakespeare in the Cemetery | Elmwood Cemetery
Kacky Walton talked with Kim Bearden, executive director of Elmwood Cemetery, about a theatrical event taking place Saturday, March 21, at 6:00 p.m.
Spring Shout-Out Shakespeare Series begins with "Romeo and Juliet"
Tennessee Shakespeare Company's Shout-Out Shakespeare Series returns with "Romeo and Juliet"