The electric-plane future is about to take off
Advances being made in aviation technology allow a plane to be powered by batteries, promising a more environmentally-friendly, quieter and cheaper ride that may not even require a runway.
“Siri, what the heck?” David Sedaris on talking to one’s devices
Commanding your device to do things you could just as well do yourself is a mark of technological progress that humorist David Sedaris finds peculiar, when your voice-activated app is not up to the job.
Almanac: August 25
“Sunday Morning” looks back at historical events on this date.
Opera for Peace: A master class for diversity in the arts
By inviting singers from around the world, the non-profit Opera for Peace hopes to develop greater diversity among performers of opera, and to inspire the next generation of opera audiences. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with African American singer Hannah Jeané Jones, who traveled to Rome to participate in the program; and with soprano Forooz Razavi, […]
A New York village devoted to books
The tiny town of Hobart, New York, is home to around 400 residents and seven bookstores. Correspondent Conor Knighton finds out how this “book village” became a dream destination for bibliophiles.
The tiny N.Y. town where bookstores rule
The Northern Catskills “book village” of Hobart, New York, home to around 400 residents, is also home to seven bookstores, making it a dream destination for bibliophiles.
David Sedaris on talking back to Siri
Commanding your device to do things you could just as well do yourself is a mark of technological progress that humorist David Sedaris finds peculiar, when your voice-activated app is not up to the job.
New York City’s 92nd Street Y at 150
One-hundred-and-fifty years ago, New York City’s 92nd Street Y was founded as a community and performance center, an inclusive meeting place where people could go to make their lives more meaningful. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with 92NY’s CEO Seth Pinsky about its remarkable history, stemming from a simple mission.
New York City’s 92nd Street Y at 150
One-hundred-and-fifty years ago, New York City’s 92nd Street Y was founded as a community and performance center, an inclusive meeting place where people could go to make their lives more meaningful.
At least 35 dead, dozens hurt in Pakistan bus accidents, officials say
Pakistani officials said at least 35 people are dead and dozens more injured after two bus accidents that happened hours apart.
