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Myths about affirmative action being discriminatory against Asian Americans helped spread a narrative that college admissions meant to increase diversity were actually racist.

The rise of artificial intelligence has Hollywood actors on edge. Studios are interested in how the technology can allow for digital clones of actors - and actors are pushing back.

Following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, we look at possible implications in higher education, beyond admissions.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster from "America's Test Kitchen" on their best simple recipes for a hot summer weekend.

Election workers across 22 different states told NPR they've received threats or felt unsafe doing their jobs, and many are worried about what the 2024 presidential election will bring.

Giovanni Kiyingi was a stand-out entry in NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest this year. Originally from Uganda but now living in Phoenix, Arizona, his song "Bukunja" blends East and West African styles.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Daniel Cohan, a professor of civil engineering at Rice University, about American power grids, many of which are at risk of energy shortfalls due to extreme heat.

In Guatemala, the race for the Presidency has taken a surprising twist: A left-wing, anti-corruption candidate has confounded all expectations and secured a place in the runoff vote in August.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with listener Kendra Armer, of San Carlos, California, along with Weekend Edition puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

How protests and unrest in France, following the police shooting of a teenager in a traffic stop outside Paris, is affecting the southern city of Marseille.