This week, FIFA finalized the list of where competitors will train during the tournament. Here’s a breakdown of the U.S. cities that are included.
Kesha is back with a new album and world tour
NPR’s Ayesha speaks with the pop star Kesha about her life, her afterlife, her music and her new world tour, “The Freedom Tour.”
Tennessee residents grapple with the aftermath of the state’s new congressional map
In Tennessee, both parties are grappling with the aftermath of that state’s new map that splits the majority-Black Memphis into three districts that are likely to elect Republicans.
And the winner of the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is …
The winner of the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is revealed by NPR Music’s Bobby Carter. It’s the 12th time that an unsigned musical artist has won the nationwide challenge.
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.
New Music Friday: The best albums out May 1
Welcome to New Music Friday, NPR Music’s podcast dedicated to sharing the best albums out each week. This week, our guest is Jewly Hight critic and journalist from Nashville Public Radio.
Stuck in limbo: millions of professionals risk losing legal status under Trump pause
Their experiences — of sudden financial insecurity, months of unemployment, and crippling anxiety — come as the administration seeks to restrict legal migration and boost mass deportation.
Data centers are expensive, unpopular — and could be a tipping point in the midterms
Anger over the data center boom has spilled into politics with voters unseating local politicians who support them. It’s become an issue hard to ignore in the midterm elections.
Artists respond to the Live Nation monopoly verdict
Artists and organizers NPR spoke with say they don’t expect to see any immediate changes in the live music industry following the Live Nation decision — but they see this is a first step in the right direction.
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