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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ehud Olmert, the former prime minister of Israel, as he reflects on the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza and how the war has affected Israel's standing in the world.
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Hamas released all 20 of the living Israeli hostages on Monday. In turn, Israel will be releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the ceasefire agreement.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Julian Brave NoiseCat, an Oscar-nominated filmmaker and writer, about his new book, "We Survived the Night."
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Hamas begins releasing final Israeli hostages, President Trump addresses Israel's parliament, White House blames Dems for shutdown layoffs, but they've been central to Trump's agenda.
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Hamas begins releasing final Israeli hostages, President Trump addresses Israel's parliament, White House blames Dems for shutdown layoffs, but they've been central to Trump's agenda.
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Two Steps from the Blues: A Tribute to Bobby 'Blue' Bland
The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee presents "Two Steps from the Blues: A Tribute to Bobby 'Blue' Bland," featuring Rodd Bland and The Members Only Band, on Saturday, October 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Ned R. McWherter West TN Cultural Arts Center in downtown Jackson, Tennessee.
L’Estampe originale: A Graphic Treasure | Dixon Gallery & Gardens
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens presents "L’Estampe originale: A Graphic Treasure" in the Main Galleries, on view Sunday, October 12, through Sunday, January 11, 2026. This fascinating exhibition provides a rare glimpse into French Impressionist printmaking and the art of color lithography.
National Guard troops begin patrols in Memphis
Guard members in Memphis are operating under the governor's command — unlike other cities facing troop deployments, including Los Angeles, Portland and Chicago.
MGAL 50th Anniversary Exhibition Reception & Celebration
The Memphis Germantown Art League (MGAL) celebrates 50 years with a "50th Anniversary Exhibition and Celebration," now through Friday, October 31, at the Memphis Botanic Garden. The reception is from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 12.
TN Politics: National Guard arrives, its mission only slightly more defined
A Department of Defense memo reveals more about possible troop numbers and objectives, but how will this work in an already clogged court system.
Where has Trump suggested sending troops? In cities run by Democratic mayors
In just four months, Trump has suggested or ordered sending federal intervention to nearly a dozen cities.
Schubertiade | Memphis Chamber Music Society
The Memphis Chamber Music Society (MCMS) season continues with a "Schubertiade" on Sunday, October 12, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 pm at Annesdale, the home of William Townsend. Cellist John-Henry Crawford and the Vega String Quartet will perform.
The Heart of Estate Planning
We asked Harris Shelton estate attorney Chad Roberts to share what he wishes people would know about estate planning.
Arts Agenda: Movement, mystery, and monsters
Featured: Premiere of Joshua L. Peugh's Macbeth at Ballet Memphis; Monster Market returns for the season at The Medicine Factory
Trump's use of National Guard strays from role as 'minutemen,' military experts say
Military experts say they also worry how these new deployments will affect recruitment and public trust.