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The Jamaican musician Shaggy is known for singing in a Jamaican accent he doesn't use when speaking. Now he's explained the accent's origins.

NPR's Scott Simon remembers Indiana Hoosier's basketball coach Bobby Knight, who died this week at the age of 83.

Gambon was best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the Harry Potter movies. The Irish-born actor got his start on stage and worked under Laurence Olivier.

Satrapi was the author of the acclaimed graphic novel "Persepolis" and a leading champion for women's rights in Iran. Satrapi's death was confirmed by the French presidency.

Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil writes about the ascent of the first grunge band to sign with a major label and the death of lead singer Chris Cornell in his memoir, "A Screaming Life."

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

NPR's Don Gonyea sends an audio postcard from Detroit's Guardian Building, an Art Deco landmark that reflects the city's resilience and beauty.

Remains steady month-to-month statewide

Pair of temblors centered near San Simeon Monday afternoon.

Moderna asked the Food and Drug Administration for emergency use authorization of a low-dose version of its COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5.