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The U.S. says it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz, putting a strain on the month-old ceasefire between the two countries.
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Is the U.S. moving closer to ending the war with Iran? NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Democratic Rep. Adam Smith of Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee.
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The bulk of the president's social media posts don't make news. But taken together they show what's on his mind as he leads the nation through war and domestic turmoil. -
He was born before the Great Depression, came of age in WWII, and is still making wildlife documentaries. Brits call David Attenborough a national hero, as he celebrates his 100th birthday. -
U.S. and Iran trade fire amid month-old ceasefire, Tennessee becomes first state to draw new U.S. House map after SCOTUS decision, U.S.'s continued strikes on alleged drug boats raise questions.
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TN Politics: Republicans say no racial bias in new gerrymandered maps; Democrats balk
Memphis voters are split into thirds, with the state's largest Black community shackled to far-flung MAGA counties.
Tennessee joins southern push to redistricting in favor of the GOP
Over protests in the capitol, Tennessee lawmakers joined the rush of southern Republicans to redraw congressional voting maps now that protections for minority voting power have been weakened.
Tennessee Republicans pass a map to break up the state's lone Democratic House seat
Tennessee Republicans' map would crack Shelby County — home to majority-Black Memphis — into three different districts, in an effort to eliminate the state's lone remaining Democratic-held seat.
Art in Action: Memphis Artists for Change
Art is more than expression—it’s a tool for transformation.
Arts Agenda: Celebrating mothers, creativity, and the spring season
Featured: at Goetze Art & Design celebrates mothers with An Evening for Her: Celebrate the Masterpiece She Is; Dixon Gallery and Gardens hosts the Art for All Festival
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.