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After earthquakes shattered much of the capital in Venezuela, Project Hope's Cesar Jimenez says rescue crews are racing to save hundreds trapped as international aid arrives and hospitals struggle to cope. -
Venezuelans living in the U.S organize donation drives in response to the devastating earthquakes. -
Rescuers in Venezuela continue search for the missing after devastating earthquakes, SCOTUS rulings give Trump more power to set immigration policy, Trump works to woo struggling American farmers.
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In the new comedy "The Invite," a couple on the brink of splitting up throws a dinner party for a mysterious couple living nearby. NPR's A Martinez speaks with actor and director Olivia Wilde.
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The massive state fair underway on the National Mall kicked off with a Trump campaign-style rally, and not all 50 states are taking part. Is this Great American State Fair for everyone?
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Robert Moody previews the Memphis Symphony Orchestra's 75th season
The 2026–2027 season marks the 75th season of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra (MSO), beginning with Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony and Mason Bates' Cello Concerto on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, and concluding with the Grieg Piano Concerto and Dvořák's 7th Symphony on Sunday, May 22, and Sunday, May 23.
TN Politics: Money watchers have eyes on stadiums, data centers and candidates
Making responsible use of public dollars has raised questions about spending on AutoZone Park and by local officials and political candidates.
Giving With Purpose: How Faith Can Shape Your Charitable Legacy
Charitable giving is a cornerstone of virtually every major religious tradition—but have you thought about how that value carries forward in your estate plan?
Arts Agenda: Whet Thursday, Super Saturday, and everything in-between
Featured: the monthly Whet Thursdays event at Metal Museum; opening reception for three artist exhibits at Crosstown Arts
Richard Cushing on FreeWorld's 38 years in Memphis
Memphis' independent, ever-evolving musical collective, Freeworld, will be performing at the Overton Park Shell on Friday, June 26, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Pain as entertainment
As a child, my grandfather was the promoter for live Atlanta wrestling.
Takeaways from the 2026 NBA Draft
NPR's A Martinez talks with NBC Sports' lead NBA writer Kurt Helin about last night's NBA Draft.
AI companion chatbots raise safety concerns for kids, regulators warn
Regulators warn that AI companion chatbots may pose emotional and safety risks to children and teens, urging parents to set boundaries and monitor their use.
Tennessee author Ann Patchett on new novel 'Whister' and how it came to be
"Whistler" is Ann Patchett's 11th novel.
National Catfish Day is June 25
...so I thought I’d share my go-to way to cook catfish at home - Blackened Catfish with a Remoulade Sauce.