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The drama <em>Room</em> tells the story of a boy and his mother (played by Jacob Tremblay and Brie Larson) who are being held captive in a windowless room.

Film Critic David Edelstein Says 2015 Offered An 'Embarrassment Of Riches'

Fresh Air's movie critic had no shortage of material to consider when it came time to make his top 10 list this year.

Chris Christie Becomes 14th Republican Presidential Candidate

With New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie in the race, there are now 14 Republican candidates for president. Two more are expected to join by the end of July.

Bill Nye (left) and Ken Ham debated whether creation is a viable model of origins in the modern scientific era during a lengthy debate Tuesday. The points they raised have fueled an online conversation that continues.

Who 'Won' The Creation Vs. Evolution Debate?

Days after a wide-ranging debate on creationism and evolution between Bill Nye and Ken Ham, the topic is driving an online conversation about points raised in the debate. Themes of belief and literalism, logic and faith — and, for some, relevance — are being debated online.

<em>Marraqueta</em> is often part of every meal in Chile. Many Chileans fondly remember simple childhood breakfasts of <em>marraqueta</em> with mashed avocado on top — a tradition that predates the current avocado toast craze.

In Chile, 'Marraqueta' Is The Daily Bread

This crusty bread likely originated with French immigrants of centuries past, but it's become deeply entwined with Chilean identity, diet ... even language. Yet most people don't make it at home.

Just like his character Dheepan, Antonythasan Jesuthasan was a separatist fighter in Sri Lanka's civil war. He fled the country and eventually came to France illegally. He's pictured above with Claudine Vinasithamby (Illayaal).

'I Don't Think We Really See Migrants,' Says Creator Of New Film 'Dheepan'

French director Jacques Audiard won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival for his story of a Tamil Tiger who gives up the fight to try and find a better life in France.

Marlena Spieler presents a fromage treat in the NPR kitchen.

Gooey-Good Sandwiches to Melt in Your Mouth

A new cookbook from food writer Marlena Spieler gives a makeover to the ultimate comfort food. With combinations like mozzarella, fig jam and prosciutto, and sage sausage with jack, Grilled Cheese: 50 Recipes to Make You Melt makes the classic sandwich even better. NPR's Jennifer Ludden joins Spieler in the kitchen.

GOP military veterans are running for Congress, hoping to flip blue seats red

In the 1970s, three of every four members in Congress served in the U.S. military. It's now about one in six. Republicans are looking to a group of veterans running in House districts to change that.

Chess.com alleges that 19-year-old grandmaster Hans Niemann has cheated in more than 100 games.

Hans Niemann is accused of cheating in more than 100 chess games. He's playing today

Niemann, a grandmaster, is competing in the U.S. Chess Championships tournament that began Wednesday in St. Louis.

Simona Halep says she felt "completely confused and betrayed" when the International Tennis Integrity Agency told her she had tested positive for roxadustat. Halep is seen here in Toronto, where she won the National Bank Open in August.

4 things to know after Simona Halep tests positive for doping

The former world No. 1 Halep insists she didn't take a banned drug and is vowing to clear her name. Many in tennis are siding with her.

Left: A family photo of Lily Liu and her father, Tai. Right: A plate full of scallion pancakes held by Lily's niece.

A scallion pancake recipe is layered with thoughts of family, China and a tiny secret

A daughter recalls her immigrant parents and her father standing by the stove making scallion pancakes on Sunday mornings. Her siblings now make the pancakes for their children.

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