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Opinion: Pope Leo reminds us of the value of our shared humanity
Scott Simon | May 30, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Pope Leo's first encyclical voices his concerns about technology and AI. The pope cautions about the illusions AI bots can create, and how important actual human relationships are.
By Scott Simon
Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against ChinaJennifer Pak, Scott Simon | May 30, 2026, 11:42 AM UTC
By Scott Simon
Opinion: Remembering Barney Frank, trailblazing public servantScott Simon | May 23, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
By Scott Simon
On 'SANGÚ,' Arturo Sandoval reaches back and pays it forwardRyan Benk, Scott Simon | May 2, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Opinion: A lesson in humanity at the Boston Marathon
Two runners in this week's Boston Marathon stopped to help a racer who had collapsed just short of the finish line. NPR's Scott Simon says their generosity is its own kind of "personal best."
Scott Simon | Apr 25, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Opinion: Remembering Kevin Klose, former NPR president and broadcasting icon
We remember Kevin Klose, former NPR president, who helped secure financial stability for the network while supporting and encouraging its journalism.
Scott Simon | Apr 18, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
Opinion: A well-deserved statue for a hero rat
Cambodia is recognizing the life-saving contributions of a rat named Magawa with a statue. The late rat sniffed out landmines for a non-profit group, and in a short career helped find more than 100.
Scott Simon | Apr 11, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC
