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The Trump administration is in a new full-court press to message optimism on the unpopular war in Iran.
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NPR's A Martínez asks former U.S. special representative for Iran Robert Malley about President Trump's about-face on a brief American effort to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
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As the ceasefire with Iran comes under strain in the Gulf, the ceasefire in southern Lebanon is also fraying.
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A new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll finds strong support for Democrats this midterm season. It also shows increasing concern about the war in Iran and the economy, particularly the price of gas. -
Travel advisers are seeing Americans picking cheaper domestic travel destinations over Europe.
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MYSP Season Finale Concerts
Kacky Walton was joined by Jenny Davis, executive director of the Memphis Youth Symphony Program (MYSP), and Mark Cellini, MYSP Repertory Orchestra guest conductor, to talk about the season finale concert on Sunday, May 10, at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center.
On Stage with Iris Collective: Vijay Gupta, Violin
Celebrated violinist Vijay Gupta was scheduled to perform with Iris Collective back in January, but the concert was postponed due to the weather. The concert has been rescheduled for Friday, May 8, as the conclusion of the On Stage with Iris Collective series at Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC).
Baron Von Opperbean and The River of Time
"Baron Von Opperbean and The River of Time" is a family-friendly immersive adventure experience that unfolds like an open-world game inside a real-world environment. BVO co-founder Marvin Stockwell joined Kacky Walton to talk about the concept created by artist, filmmaker, and visionary Christopher Reyes, and the team that lent their talents to making his idea a reality.
AI companion chatbots raise safety concerns for kids, regulators warn
Regulators warn that AI companion chatbots may pose emotional and safety risks to children and teens, urging parents to set boundaries and monitor their use.
Here's a look at the 36 races for governor this year
The political environment doesn't look good for Republicans right now, but the party could make gains in the many races for governor across the country this November. Tennessee primaries are scheduled for August 6.
67th annual Memphis Greek Festival May 8-9
Opa! If you love Greek food, you need to put it on your to-do list this weekend.
Found in Translation | Memphis ChoralArts
Memphis ChoralArts (MCA) Assistant Director Joseph Powell joined Kacky Walton to talk about the ensemble's season finale performance, "Found in Translation," on Friday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m. at Lindenwood Christian Church.
“American Revival” Festival Brings Music, Storytelling, and Purpose to Memphis
The "American Revival" is coming to the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center with a new traveling festival of hope and connection, created by filmmaker Nicholas Ma, and featuring music by Arrested Development, T Bone Burnett, Valerie June, and Yo-Yo Ma.
Civil rights groups in the South respond to Supreme Court's blow to voting rights
We gauge reaction in the Deep South to the Supreme Court ruling that could upend Black representation in Congress.