Archive for Monday, November 29, 2021
Honored onscreen and in sound, Beverly Glenn-Copeland, a messenger whose time is now
Beverly Glenn-Copeland is the subject of a recent documentary and a forthcoming tribute album, both paying homage to his artistry and his status as a Black trans elder.
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
The Ghislaine Maxwell trial is about to begin. Here’s what to watch for
Opening statements in the highly anticipated trial of Ghislaine Maxwell begin on Monday in a Manhattan federal court. This is what the defense is expected to say, and what we're waiting to find out.
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
Saudi Arabia and China are accused of using sports to cover up human rights abuse
Saudi Arabia has invested hundreds of millions of dollars to stage high-profile sporting events. Critics say those investments are an attempt by the kingdom to cover up human rights violations.
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
Peru has the world’s highest COVID death rate. Here’s why
An isolated city on the Amazon illustrates why Peru has the highest COVID death rate in the world. One infectious disease expert called the country's awful record the result of a "perfect storm."
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
How are Central Florida nonprofits doing on Giving Tuesday?
Today is Giving Tuesday, a day when many people focus on kindness and generosity. So this is a good time for a conversation with Mark Brewer, president and CEO of the Central Florida Foundation.
Published in Central Florida News, Health
Published in Central Florida News, Health
Growing Bolder: Age Wave Founder and CEO Ken Dychtwald; Motorcycle Record Holder Shantell Williams
Ken Dychtwald, is the worlds No. 1 thought leader on the cultural, social and business implications of getting older. He joins Growing Bolder’s Marc Middleton for a candid conversation on the state of aging today and shares his thoughts on what we need to be watching for, preparing for and doing differently to live our best life.
Published in Growing Bolder
Published in Growing Bolder
What to know about omicron, the new COVID variant
The World Health Organization deemed it a variant of concern, and the U.S. is banning travel from parts of Africa where it's spreading. Here's what scientists know and what they're trying to learn.
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
