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Dirty nickel: The cost of mining in Indonesia
Across six locations in Indonesia, NPR spoke with locals about how nickel mining is changing the land and daily life. It’s brought jobs, but also concerns about environmental damage and public health.
The real-world influence of Star Trek’s U.S.S. Enterprise
The Star Trek Enterprise evoked Americans’ sense of adventure and a utopian vision of humanity. It’s part of NPR’s 250th anniversary series “America in Pursuit.”
Watch boys go from frightened to feral in an unforgettable ‘Lord of the Flies’
A TV adaptation of William Golding’s 1954 novel follows schoolboys who survive a plane crash and must fend for themselves on a deserted island. It was co-written by Adolescence creator Jack Thorne.
‘A trailblazer, a rabble-rouser, a do-gooder’: CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
Turner had a larger-than-life personality, and used it to launch the country’s first 24/7 all-news network.
Lauren Sanchez Walked the Met Gala Alone. The Real Story Isn’t the Snub.
Lauren Sanchez walked the 2026 Met Gala carpet by herself. No Jeff Bezos. No A-list cushion. Just her, the cameras, and a $10 million sponsorship that lit the internet on fire. Zendaya passed on the Met Gala. Meryl Streep too. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani made his absence known. Activists projected boycott slogans on the building…
Who Was Kyle Loftis? About the 1320Video Founder Who Died
Loftis was an integral part of 1320Video’s beginnings and success. Learn about the late website founder here.
Ted Turner’s Wife: All About His Ex-Wives, Including Jane Fonda
Ted Turner was married three times, including to actress and activist Jane Fonda. Learn more about the late media mogul’s ex-wives and relationships.
Days of our Lives Early Spoilers May 11-15: EJ Issues Threats & Gabi Makes Power Move!
Days of Our Lives early weekly spoilers for May 11th through the 15th reveal EJ DiMera making some very scary threats and accusations while Gabi Hernandez may stake a claim that stuns the DiMera family.
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Young and Restless Early Spoilers May 11-15: Jack Plots Revenge & Lily Terrified!
Young and the Restless early weekly spoilers for May 11th through the 15th include Jack Abbott launching a savage revenge plan while Lily Winters is absolutely terrified she’s going to lose her bio dad.
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