BECCA ROBERTS ALLEY
@flowerroberts.bsky.social
Author and biologist. Epilepsy advocate. Retired science teacher. Human rights activist for all races, sexes and religions.
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"People’s opinions are mainly designed to make them feel comfortable; truth, for most people is a secondary consideration."
— Bertrand Russell
— Bertrand Russell
December 5, 2025 at 12:37 PM
"People’s opinions are mainly designed to make them feel comfortable; truth, for most people is a secondary consideration."
— Bertrand Russell
— Bertrand Russell
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Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Here are 8 fiction picks that were standout stars. n.pr/49PcyVy
Here are 8 novels NPR staff and critics loved in 2025
Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Here are 8 fiction picks that were standout stars.
n.pr
December 3, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Every year, we ask NPR staff and book critics to share their favorite titles in our annual Books We Love guide. Here are 8 fiction picks that were standout stars. n.pr/49PcyVy
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The construction industry, where more than a quarter of workers are foreign-born, has long struggled to find enough workers. Now, industry officials say Trump's immigration crackdown is making it worse.
ICE is sending a chill through the construction industry
The construction industry, where more than a quarter of workers are foreign-born, has long struggled to find enough workers. Now, industry officials say Trump's immigration crackdown is making it worse.
n.pr
November 9, 2025 at 1:51 PM
The construction industry, where more than a quarter of workers are foreign-born, has long struggled to find enough workers. Now, industry officials say Trump's immigration crackdown is making it worse.
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Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee.
Grocery prices have jumped up, and there's no relief in sight
Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee.
n.pr
November 9, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee.
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This is a doozy that got overlooked this week:
Americans’ 401(k)’s are “double what they were a year ago.” 🤡
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Americans’ 401(k)’s are “double what they were a year ago.” 🤡
@60minutes.bsky.social
November 9, 2025 at 12:05 AM
This is a doozy that got overlooked this week:
Americans’ 401(k)’s are “double what they were a year ago.” 🤡
@60minutes.bsky.social
Americans’ 401(k)’s are “double what they were a year ago.” 🤡
@60minutes.bsky.social
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ICE is inflicting a lifetime of trauma on families. And it’s being carried out in the name of the United States of America.
November 8, 2025 at 7:53 PM
ICE is inflicting a lifetime of trauma on families. And it’s being carried out in the name of the United States of America.
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Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown. n.pr/3JRbd5Z
The FAA's air traffic reductions are taking effect. Here's what to know
Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown.
n.pr
November 7, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown. n.pr/3JRbd5Z
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The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
Traveling soon? What the FAA's flight reductions could mean for you
The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
n.pr
November 8, 2025 at 12:34 PM
The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
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The references to food stamps in VP Vance’s “Hillbilly Elegy”
November 8, 2025 at 1:57 PM
The references to food stamps in VP Vance’s “Hillbilly Elegy”
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The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
What to do if your flight gets canceled because of the government shutdown
The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
n.pr
November 8, 2025 at 4:34 PM
The FAA is cutting 10% of air traffic at 40 of the nation's busiest airports, canceling hundreds of flights and creating uncertainty for many more passengers. Here's what to do if you're one of them.
