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Writer Arthur C. Clarke has died in Sri Lanka. He was 90. He's best known for writing 2001: A Space Odyssey, but he wrote many dozens of science fiction novels. Clarke, a trained scientist who united intellectual rigor with imagination, inspired generations of writers and scientists with his powerfully humane vision of the future.

A new biography from Sam Wasson examines the life and legacy of the Broadway, TV and film director Bob Fosse, who is known for such game-changing entertainments as Cabaret, Liza With A Z and Chicago. NPR's Bob Mondello says the book has both substantial research and vivid descriptions.

One of the most popular Ethiopian vocalists of the late 20th century, he rose to fame at a time of great political unrest in Ethiopia.

As America's Cup officials investigate the tragic drowning of Olympian Andrew Simpson last week in San Francisco, some in the sailing community are questioning the safety of the ultra-fast high tech catamarans featured in the upcoming race.

The Earworm Eraser is a 40-second audio track specifically designed to banish "Jingle Bells," "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and other much-too-catchy seasonal tunes.

NPR's Guide to Podcasting – everything from choosing a story to editing sound.

Celebrating the legacy of one of the nation’s longest-running academic quiz shows.

As head of NPR's International Desk, Dobson manages a team of correspondents across the globe committed to delivering powerful stories and authoritative reporting on international politics, economics, and culture.

Eric Deggans is NPR's first full-time TV critic.

Education isn't a top voting issue. So, what's behind Republican politicians' focus on K-12? (This story first aired on All Things Considered on December 27, 2023.)