How a catchy tune became the soundtrack to TikTok’s silliest videos The song “Monkeys Spinning Monkeys” was released ten years ago and has since become the soundtrack to millions of viral videos. Its story shows how music has shaped — and been shaped by— social media platforms. Read more on NPR
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NPR News: Hezbollah fires missile at Tel Aviv after heavy Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Hezbollah fires missile at Tel Aviv after heavy Israeli strikes on Lebanon Hezbollah launched a ballistic missile at Tel Aviv early Wednesday, after Israel carried out strikes on Lebanon that killed hundreds of people and the militants fired rockets across northern Israel. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Haitian group seeks charges against Trump and Vance over false Springfield claims
Haitian group seeks charges against Trump and Vance over false Springfield claims Charges brought by private citizens are rare, but not unheard of, in Ohio. State law requires a hearing to take place before the affidavit can move forward. Read more on NPR
NPR News: U.S. to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico
U.S. to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico Threats and violence against inspectors have caused the U.S. to suspend inspections in the past. California growers question Mexico’s inspectors would be better equipped to withstand the pressure. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Ryan Routh is charged with attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump
Ryan Routh is charged with attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump Read more on NPR
NPR News: Going once … going twice: Alex Jones’ cameras, mics, Infowars show, vitamin site
Going once … going twice: Alex Jones’ cameras, mics, Infowars show, vitamin site A federal bankruptcy judge has ruled that a plan to sell off the assets of Jones’ media company, Free Speech Systems, can move ahead. Net proceeds will go to the Sandy Hook families who Jones defamed. Read more on NPR
NPR News: US Capitol statue of Johnny Cash depicts Arkansas’ history and progress
US Capitol statue of Johnny Cash depicts Arkansas’ history and progress Arkansas unveiled a new statue of Johnny Cash in the U.S. Capitol. Cash, the first musician to be honored in the building, replaces a statue of a Confederate general. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Trump vows to ‘steal’ jobs from other countries in winding speech on economic plans
Trump vows to ‘steal’ jobs from other countries in winding speech on economic plans Former President Donald Trump called for a “manufacturing renaissance” in a Savannah, Ga. speech on Tuesday, proposing measures some economists say would raise prices on Americans. Read more on NPR
NPR News: A new poll of young voters shows Harris with a commanding 31 point lead over Trump
A new poll of young voters shows Harris with a commanding 31 point lead over Trump The poll from the Harvard Kennedy School’s Institute of Politics shows Harris well ahead among likely voters 18 to 29. It’s a promising sign for Harris, who is banking on high levels of youth support. Read more on NPR
NPR News: The state of Maryland sues Dali ship owner and manager over the Key Bridge collapse
The state of Maryland sues Dali ship owner and manager over the Key Bridge collapse State leaders argue that the cargo ship was not fit to sail on March 26, and its owner, Grace Ocean Private Limited, and manager, Synergy Marine Group, failed to take precautions to prevent the crash. Read more on NPR