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Opera Memphis' "Variations on a Theme" concert series continues Saturday, October 26, at 7:30 pm and Sunday, October 27, at 3:00 pm with "The Tell-Tale Heart & Other Terrifying Tunes" in collaboration with Iris Collective at Opera Memphis' Midtown headquarters at 216 S. Cooper St.
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Earlier this year, two men were indicted for using AirBnB and Vrbo to scam thousands of individuals out of $8.5 million. Do you know the signs that a vacation rental is potentially a scam?
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E. coli food poisoning linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has sickened at least 49 people in 10 states, including one person who died, federal health officials said.
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The Israeli military said that one of its airstrikes earlier this month killed Hashem Safieddine. There was no immediate confirmation from the militant group about the fate of top official.
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- In Germany, a man was voted to be mayor without even entering the race
- An opera troupe in Taiwan is preparing a lavish performance for the gods
- Why education is becoming a bigger divide in politics
- LA is seeing cases of dengue, the range of which may be growing due to climate change
- 'Morning Edition' hosts share their election reporting from Pennsylvania
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Christopher Blank, news director at WKNO 91.1, and political analyst Otis Sanford host TN Politics, giving headlining news.
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Each week, Jennifer Chandler shares recipes, menu ideas, and tips on eating local – anything food-related is on the menu!
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Dr. Scott Morris from Church Health shares advice and tips for healthier living so that people can experience the full richness of life.
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Create your arts agenda every week with the help of ARTSmemphis’ calendar of events.
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Both liberal and conservative lawyers have judge-shopped, but in recent years, some conservative-leaning groups have been laser focused on bringing their challenges in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Kacky Walton talked with Cindi Younker, Director of the Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center, about the Fisk Jubilee Singers' upcoming performance on Thursday, October 24.
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Kacky Walton talked with Tina Sullivan, outgoing Executive Director of the Overton Park Conservancy (OPC), and Melissa McMasters, the OPC Director of Communications.
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Large swaths of the South and the East Coast are favored to see warmer-than-average temperatures, while the Pacific Northwest has greater odds of cooler-than-normal conditions this winter.
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A bipartisan congressional resolution designates October 23 as Public Radio Music Day. WKNO 91.1 will participate in the celebration. Join us.
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- A man remembers a high school teacher who changed his life
- Former Abercrombie CEO Mike Jeffries is arrested in federal sex trafficking case
- Two runners become 1st married couple to win Detroit Free Press Marathon
- 'Somebody Somewhere' is about finding your people: Here’s how Bridget Everett found hers
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Darel Snodgrass and Kacky Walton host individual interviews to discuss upcoming Mid-South art and performance events.
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The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South's President and CEO, Randy Hutchinson, shares how you can protect your financial future.
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Community Foundation of Greater Memphis' Julia McDonald shares how to give smarter and do good for your community.
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Community Foundation of Greater Memphis' Julia McDonald shares how to give smarter and do good for your community.
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Top local news with host Eric Barnes, featuring special guests. Airs on WKNO/Channel 10, Fridays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 8:30 a.m.
Morning Edition is your perfect morning companion: gentle, but straightforward, news and information, with local weather and traffic reports.
- Trump makes more than 100 threats to prosecute or punish perceived enemies
- How jobs in certain industries in Western Pennsylvania help determine votes
- Taiwanese opera troupe prepares a lavish, multi-day performance for the gods
- Ethical implications of making a chatbot using the voice or likeness of someone
- Harrison Butker's PAC is an example of how sports and politics can overlap
- As the WNBA's historic season comes to an end, players say it's time for higher pay
- The New York Liberty defeated the Minnesota Lynx to win first WNBA championship
- 2 legendary – and superstar-studded MLB teams -- will meet in the World Series
Each show consists of the biggest stories of the day, thoughtful commentaries, insightful features on the quirky and the mainstream in arts and life, music and entertainment, all brought alive through sound.
- A Beirut hospital evacuates after Israel says it's on top of a Hezbollah bunker
- The Greek island paradise of Amorgos is wrestling with a water shortage
- How soon will we know who won the presidential election? An AP editor weighs in
- Even in death, Alexei Navalny continues to fight. His wife Yulia is speaking for him
The news you need to know today — and the stories that will stick with you tomorrow. Plus, special series and behind-the-scenes extras from Here & Now hosts Robin Young, Scott Tong and Deepa Fernandes with help from Producer Chris Bentley and the team at NPR and WBUR.