As a kingless, queenless, monarch-free nation, what do we decide to put in the space that best represents us to the world? Why is the Washington Monument a giant obelisk? And while we're at it, what's...

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We round up the winners at awards for achievements that ‘first make people laugh and then make them think’

Locals in Gainesboro are alarmed. And they are pushing back.

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We've cornered the market on ultimate betrayal. In this hilarious bluffing game from Planet Money, street smarts are your greatest asset. Bait and defraud your friends, but don't let them get the bett...

Monopoly is one of the best-selling board games of all time. It heralds free market economics and celebrates the American dream. That's a far cry from the original intent. This week on our series Hidd...

Reema Khrais talks to the philanthropist and filmmaker about family, legacy, and giving away millions.

It's never been easier to access renewable energy for your home's electricity supply. With Inspire Clean Energy, you can say hello to predictability and goodbye to electricity rate volatility.

Taiwan's ingenious receipt lottery, launched in 1951, transformed tax collection by incentivizing consumers to demand official bills. This low-cost initiative, linking purchases to a nationwide draw w...

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“It’s demonstrably not true that we came from the same religion,” Gorsuch said.

One of the most fundamental aspects of American democracy has been the public’s ability to critique power, whether that’s through protest, legislation, or a really funny joke. Today, we take a romp in...

From the time he took office in January 2025, Trump and his cronies have not simply challenged laws or constitutional provisions.

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Approximately 20% of all food waste in America is linked to confusion over date labels. Now, California is banning most food expiration labeling. So, what do expiration dates really tell us?

Rebecca Nagle talks with George Ironstack (Myaamia) about how a 15-year war with the Myaamia Nation led to why the United States has a standing army, why it is so big, why the president can fight unde...

Key voters in Pennsylvania are split on whether President Trump earning a big windfall last year is a big deal or not. Their reaction reveals a level of cynicism about many in the political class.

Route 66 turns 100 this year. It's considered America’s most nostalgic road trip. With wide open road, sunsets that fill the whole sky, dirt-kissed Chevy trucks, and revving motorcycles. But Route 66 ...

Meet Count Binface: the challenger from another planet taking on Nigel Farage as questions over the Reform UK leader's finances overshadow his election comeback.