Samantha Raphelson is an associate producer for Here & Now, based at NPR in Washington, D.C.
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Why a former top diplomat says the Iran war isn't likely to end anytime soon
President Trump says there’s a good chance of a deal with Iran to end the war, but a former top diplomat says, "Unfortunately, we are in for war for some...
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More and more Americans are taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy to lose weight, and that's changing the way they eat. Now, some restaurants are introducing menus designed for...
Bad bosses, complicated coworkers: How to survive in a toxic workplace
If you're stuck in an unhealthy work environment, what can you do about it?
Changing your perception on aging can lead to greater well-being, psychologist says
From beauty treatments to medical procedures, U.S. culture is obsessed with looking and feeling younger.
Thanksgiving survival guide: How to make conversation without starting a food fight
It's a holiday that can be stressful. Complex family dynamics often become a powder keg when we gather around the table for turkey and stuffing.
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Epstein survivor recalls 'a collective sense of joy' when Congress voted to release DOJ files
Congress overwhelmingly passed legislation on Tuesday to force the Justice Department to release its files on the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Dealing with social anxiety? How to know and overcome fear
Many people get nervous in social situations, but at what point do nerves turn into full blown social anxiety?
How to embody radical self-acceptence
We all have things in our lives that we wish could change. But what if there was a way to change your situation, or at least the way you approach...
Dealing with big emotions? Here's how to self soothe
Jennifer Bedoy, a licensed professional counselor based in Chicago, joins us to discuss how to develop healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with big feelings.
News outlets reject Pentagon press restrictions
Several news organizations, including The New York Times, NPR and Newsmax, are refusing to sign a new set of restrictions on news gathering inside the Pentagon.