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The American Dialect Society deemed "hashtag" the word of the year. NPR digital culture correspondent Laura Sydell and NPR senior strategist Andy Carvin explain how the social media tool works and why some get so popular.

Injustice authors Carol Leonnig and Aaron Davis say following Jan. 6, the cases against the former president were stymied by the FBI's desire to preserve its independence from politics.

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Less art and play; more textbooks and tests, say surveyed teachers.

In a 9-1 vote, the San Antonio City Council gave the green light to spending for more than $212 million over the next four years. The majority — about $200 million — comes from the American Rescue Plan Act on Thursday.

An aid worker in northern Gaza tells NPR that people are starving, water is scarce and basic supplies are out of reach. He warns thousands could die in the coming days if nothing changes.

The current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is known as the DSM-5. What will the next version be called? That's one of several open questions as the "Bible of psychiatry" goes online.