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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. -
The U.S. military announced the launch of an operation to end Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and reopen the waterway to global shipping traffic.
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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Aaron David Miller, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, about the latest attacks in the Persian Gulf.
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Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney tells European leaders they, not the U.S., will anchor the world order in the future.
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NPR's A Martinez speaks with Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio hour and author of the new book, "Body Electric."
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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.
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.
67th Annual Memphis Greek Festival
Kacky Walton spoke with Kathy Zambelis, co-chair of the 67th Annual Memphis Greek Festival, which will be held on the grounds of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9.
TN Politics: Republicans push erasure of majority Black congressional district
A recent Supreme Court decision could lead to "Jim Crow 2.0," says Otis Sanford.