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President Trump again backs down ahead of a critical ceasefire deadline with Iran.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Ambassador Ryan Crocker, who served in a number of countries across the Middle East, about President Trump's decision to extend the ceasefire with Iran.
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NPR's Michel Martin asks House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries about the nationwide implications of a Democrat-backed redistricting effort that was approved by voters in Virginia.
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The U.S. aviation system is being modernized — but FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and other leaders say it will take more money to make the system more efficient and flexible. -
Trump extends ceasefire deadline with Iran, Virginians approve Democratic effort to redraw congressional map, Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh vows to protect Fed's independence in confirmation hearing.
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UofM presents "The Night Witches," a story of WWII women aviators
Director Kaylea Jo Egnor discusses the University of Memphis Theatre & Dance production of "The Night Witches," based on the true story of an all-female Soviet bomber regiment during World War II.
48th Annual Original Art Auction | Playhouse on the Square
Playhouse on the Square's Managing Director, Whitney Jo, joined Darel Snodgrass to talk about the theatre's upcoming "Original Art Auction" on Saturday, April 25.
National Chickpea Day is April 21st
I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite ways to enjoy chickpeas is hummus.
Cosas Diversas/Diverse Things | Gallery 1091
Photographer Bruce McGee joined Kacky Walton to talk about his exhibit at WKNO's Gallery 1091, "Cosa Diversas/Diverse Things," on view Wednesday, April 1, through Tuesday, April 28.
Iris Collective welcomes Awadagin Pratt to GPAC stage
The On Stage with Iris Collective series at Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC) continues with powerhouse pianist Awadagin Pratt on Thursday, April 23, at 7:00 p.m. All seating is on the stage in the Highland Capital Performance Hall at GPAC, so tickets are limited.
Data centers are expensive, unpopular — and could be a tipping point in the midterms
Anger over the data center boom has spilled into politics with voters unseating local politicians who support them. It's become an issue hard to ignore in the midterm elections.
Masterpiece Concert Series concludes with "Memories"
Pianist Dawson Hull is the Pastor of Instrumental Worship Arts and director of the Music Conservatory at Germantown Baptist Church, and he joined Kacky Walton to discuss the final performance of the Masterpiece Concert Series, "Memories," on Thursday, April 23.
The University of Memphis' Opera Gala
Stephen Karr, music director of opera at the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, joined Kacky Walton to talk about the upcoming University of Memphis (UofM) "Opera Gala" on Saturday, April 25, at the Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center.
TN Politics: Republicans seek takeovers, ousters and private medical records in Shelby County
Lawmakers see greater state control over Shelby County as a way to fix problems and counteract Democratic voters.
Mary Sims: A Retrospective | Dixon Gallery & Gardens
The new exhibition "Mary Sims: A Retrospective" is the first museum show dedicated to the Memphis artist and opens Sunday, April 19, and runs through Thursday, June 7, at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.