Arts & Entertainment
Winds scuttle Washington’s crossing despite kids’ efforts
Organizers said high winds forced them to cancel Monday's planned crossing, the highlight of a historical re-enactment that draws thousands of people to the banks of the river
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The big Tiny Desk holiday special
For nearly 10 years, NPR Music has recorded concerts from behind Bob Boilen's desk. During the holidays, the desk gets a little more festive.
6 years ago
Radio Times local music special
Air Date: December 25, 2017
Your favorite audio stories of 2017 on NPR One
At NPR, we know there's a difference between the news that you listen to, and the stories you love.
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Movies inspire discussion and debate, so why shouldn't end-of-year lists do the same?
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3 Miss America officials resign, 1 apologizes to ex-winner
The emails included one that used a vulgar term for female genitalia to refer to past Miss America winners.
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Jewish-themed events offer celebrations on Dec. 25
Jewish events in Philadelphia over the Christmas holiday attract more than Jews.
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NPR’s favorite TV shows of 2017
Before we begin, a note: See how the adjective up there in that headline is "favorite," not "best?" That's intentional.
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Philadelphia Orchestra removes Charles Dutoit’s title
The Philadelphia Orchestra has removed Charles Dutoit's title of conductor laureate following allegations of sexual misconduct.
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Miss America Organization suspends CEO amid email scandal
The move has raised questions about the future of the nationally televised broadcast from Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall.
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Philadelphia Orchestra cuts ties with famed conductor accused of sexual misconduct
Three opera singers and a classical musician are claiming that conductor Charles Dutoit sexually assaulted them. One singer says she was assaulted in Philadelphia.
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Duo serenades rubble of $35M Philadelphia Free Library renovation
At one time, there were six floors overhead, each shelving tens of thousands of books. But, for just a brief moment, the space was filled with the delicate breath of a flute.
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Listen 2:45The reason fans who should love ‘The Last Jedi’ most are the only ones who hate it
The first step to understanding the reaction is realizing that, to many fans, there has already been a trilogy to follow 1983's "Return of the Jedi."
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Mural symbolizes new start, new life for former Kensington heroin camp
City Hall and neighbors hope the new mural on B Street Bridge will spur pride and revitalization in one of Philadelphia's most troubled places.
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Listen 2:14‘African Mean Girls’ are the toast of New York theater
Critics are heaping praise on a new off-Broadway play about life in modern Africa. But if you're assuming the topic must be war or disease or famine, you're in for surprise.
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