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As President Trump's Board of Peace prepares to meet for the first time Thursday, he says the group has raised $5 billion for Gaza reconstruction. But key challenges remain.
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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Middle East expert Aaron David Miller of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about the prospect of lasting peace in Gaza.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. -
President Trump's Board of Peace to meet for the first time, latest round of talks to end war in Ukraine conclude with little progress, Meta CEO defends the platform in social media addiction trial.
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NPR's Michel Martin asks professor Dorothy Roberts about her new memoir, "The Mixed Marriage Project," about her father's quest to challenge white supremacy by studying interracial couples in Chicago.
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Feels Like a Dream: Eunbi Kim & Iris Musicians
The IRIS Collective concert season continues Saturday, February 21, at 7:30 p.m. at The Green Room at Crosstown Arts with "It Feels Like a Dream," featuring Eunbi Kim and IRIS musicians.
Longtime civil rights leader the Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84
The Rev. Jesse Jackson was a lifelong civil rights advocate until his death Tuesday at the age of 84.
Once Upon a Tune | Germantown Baptist Church
Kacky Walton talked with Dr. Dawson Hull, Pastor of Worship Arts at Germantown Baptist Church, about the next performance in their Masterpiece Concert Series, which invites the audience to step into a world where music tells the story.
Nonviolent: A Memoir of Resistance, Agitation, and Love
Rev. James Lawson Jr.’s memoir, "Nonviolent: A Memoir of Resistance, Agitation, and Love," explores his role in the Civil Rights Movement and his philosophy of nonviolent direct action. Co-author Emily Yellin discusses his legacy ahead of a February 20 event at the National Civil Rights Museum.
TN Politics: Tough crowds taunt a mayor and daunt a school board
Hecklers hit Mayor Paul Young on immigration this week, while lawmakers throw cold water on the announcement of a new MSCS superintendent.
Protecting and empowering immigrants: AIR
The Community Foundation’s recent Responsive Grants program awarded nearly $1 million dollars total in unrestricted funds to 46 agencies who—along with their clients—are facing unprecedented pressures. One of those grants supports Advocates for Immigrant Rights, known as AIR—a nonprofit law firm providing guidance and representation to clients navigating an increasingly complex immigration system.
Arts Agenda: Love is in the air
Featured: Ballet Memphis presents original works with Wintermix; Dj Nico and Qemist explore love with music inside the Crosstown Arts Green Room
Black Artists in America: From the Bicentennial to September 11
The third and final installment of the Black Artists in America series, From the Bicentennial to September 11, is on view at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens now, through Sunday, March 29.
A Memphis of Hope Art Show | Gallery 1091
Kacky Walton spoke with Felicia Peat, WKNO’s Education and Outreach Manager, about the 3rd Annual "A Memphis of Hope Art Show," on view through February 26 at the station’s Gallery 1091.
Valentine's Day didn't begin with cards or candy
It began with a legend.