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It might feel like the world is always on the brink of disaster, but Gregg Easterbrook says we're better off than we think. NPR's Sarah McCammon asks him about his new book, It's Better Than It Looks.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine dominated headlines in 2022. We listen back to the stories of women and children affected by the war.

Weekend Edition Sunday begins its three-week-long CD Wish List series, with music insiders picking the best albums that have yet to be issued on CD. This week's picks come from JoAnn Falletta, music director for the Buffalo Philharmonic and Virginia Symphony orchestras; Sibley Music Library's Jim Farrington; and Rick Luningham of the Ernest Tubb Record Shops.

State Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg was impeached and removed from office by South Dakota lawmakers for crimes and wrongdoings before and after fatally hitting Joe Boever on a highway shoulder.

Today's environmental and global financial crises have Weekend Edition's Ned Wharton abuzz. In presenting his yearly music recommendations, he explains how digital downloads make a perfect holiday gift for these times.

Is the much-hyped sequel to Renaissance a country album? In many ways, yes — but it's also a sprawling collage of disparate references, while remaining a Beyoncé album at its heart.

Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy offer a pessimistic view of human nature in Westworld, HBO's futuristic TV series about a theme park that allows tourists to act out their Wild West fantasies.

Who can forget the iconic silver screen moment when candy maker Willy Wonka opens the doors to his chocolate room for five lucky children? Another candy…

The purchase of 31 next-generation A350s marks the first time the Japanese carrier has opted to buy from the European aircraft-maker.

Economists hope the leaders of major economies gathering in Northern Ireland will discuss expanding global trade. Since interest rates can't be lowered much further, analysts say, trade will be a key catalyst for growth.