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In many places, kindergartners are as likely to be chronically absent as high school seniors, but one school district in rural California is doing something about it.

The billionaire philanthropist tells Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep his new TerraPower nuclear plant is safer than traditional builds. He's putting his own money behind the project.

Facing potential headwinds with both young voters and Black voters, President Biden's Morehouse College commencement address focused on his view of the importance — and future of — democracy.

This term, the Supreme Court ruled on abortion pills, the federal law banning guns for domestic abusers, voting rights and attempts to regulate social media.

Kalei’s Kitchenette, a family-owned Pacific Rim cuisine business and partner of national restaurant incubator FOODWORKS, is excited to announce their official grand opening of their first brick-and-mortar location in Rancho Peñasquitos, at 9926-F Carmel Mountain Road on Saturday, June 24. The grand opening celebrations will kick off at 10 a.m. with a traditional ti leaf ribbon-cutting ceremony, accompanied by local dignitaries and community stakeholders. The festivities will continue with live hula dancers, raffles, and more, including small bites and giveaways from local small businesses such as Kapu Coffee and TEJO desserts, to pair with Kalei’s extensive menu of large and a la carte plates. Kalei’s is also excited to introduce new food specials to their menu this weekend, which will rotate on a recurring weekly basis throughout the year. Originally opened as a stall at a local farmer’s market, Kalei’s Kitchenette is a love letter to Pacific Rim culture created by husband-wife duo Chef Andy and Khara Mangiduyos. The Maui native uses local, fresh ingredients to serve Asian and Pacific classics like Huli Huli chicken, Loco Moco, Spam Musubi and Kalei’s signature Garlic Chicken. Kalei’s Kitchenette is a small business partner of FOODWORKS, a restaurant and small business incubator founded by John Coker under global food service leader Compass Group. FOODWORKS helps small businesses – especially those owned by women and minorities like Kalei’s Kitchenette – attain the resources needed to grow in a highly competitive industry throughout all regions in the United States. Kalei’s Kitchenette will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. and will offer signature dishes by Chef Mangiduyos, ready-to-eat meals, and easy catering solutions. To check out their full list of menu items and order online, visit their website https://www.kaleiskitchenette.com/. Kalei's Kitchenette on Facebook / Instagram

Amid the members' many high-profile pursuits, including collaborations with Nick Cave and Cat Power, the Australian trio returns to the ecstatic and deafening music of Dirty Three.

As more people try weight-loss drugs like Wegovy, some skip the brand name and buy compounded semaglutide from online pharmacies. But some of these may not follow state and federal standards.

A new Hulu documentary looks back on the impact that one 1985 New York Magazine article had on the group of young actors it called the "Brat Pack."

B.Y.O.BOLD! Embark on a night filled with shared storytelling through vulnerability, comedy, dance, and music. This year the BOLD Speaker Series will feature a small business showcase, 360 live photo booth, incredible swag bags, and more! This is a night you can let your guard down and Bring Your Own BOLD! Bring your closest friends or coworkers and purchase tickets today.

Alok Shukla is one of the winners of the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize. He's cited for a campaign to keep a company from felling a forest in India to excavate the coal that lies beneath.