18 h. ago Skip the holiday parties. NPR's Books We Love offers many fantastic recommendations

Ahead of the holidays, NPR staffers give their recommendations for some of their favorite books of the year, covering everything from a sci-fi graphic novel to historical fiction.

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6 d. ago Best Black Friday Christmas Tree Deals (and Lights, Too) of 2025

Still need some holiday decor? Don't skip these sales on artificial trees, smart string lights, and permanent outdoor lights.

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8 d. ago National Guard member dies from injuries. And, death toll in Hong Kong fire rises

National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom had died from her injuries after a shooting in the nation's capital. And, the death toll in the Hong Kong high-rise fire rises as dozens remain missing.

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1 week ago NPR's 2025 Books We Love is here. It's not your average year

On Monday, NPR launched its end-of-the-year books guide. But Books We Love isn't a "top 10" list. Instead, it's more that 380 books that were personally recommended by members of the NPR staff.

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1 week ago Here are the Books We Love: 380+ great 2025 reads recommended by NPR

Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that's more than 4,000 great reads.

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1 week ago Books We Love: NPR staffers' favorite nonfiction books of 2025

NPR's Books We Love returns with about 380 titles handpicked by NPR staff and critics. Reporter Andrew Limbong shares this year's nonfiction favorites with Michel Martin.

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2 w. ago Dick Van Dyke says secret to longevity is young wife 'half' his age

Dick Van Dyke reveals how his wife Arlene Silver, 45 years younger, keeps him feeling young at 99. His new book shares their love story and longevity secrets.

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