The Challenges of Wealth and Happiness

Wealth can bring unique problems like chronic isolation, depression, and paranoia for the super-rich, who often struggle with feelings of being objectified, suspicion towards others' motives, and challenges in relationships.

Switzerland's Nemo wins 2024 Eurovision

Switzerland's Nemo wins 2024 Eurovision as first nonbinary winner, with song 'The Code' about discovering identity.

Decline of Hong Kong's iconic neon signs due to new safety regulations

New safety regulations in Hong Kong are causing the city's iconic neon signs to disappear, with only 500 signs remaining out of a peak of 150,000, leading residents to worry about the loss of a key part of the city's identity.

Book Discussion: Real Americans by Rachel Khong

Author Rachel Khong discusses her book Real Americans with NPR's Juana Summers, exploring themes of coming of age and personal identity.

Disappearing Hong Kong Neon Signs

Hong Kong's iconic neon signs are disappearing due to new safety regulations, causing concern among residents about losing a key part of the city's identity.

Interview with Actor Hoa Xuande about 'The Sympathizer'

NPR's Ailsa Chang interviews actor Hoa Xuande about the new HBO show 'The Sympathizer,' which tells the story of the Vietnam War from a Vietnamese perspective. Xuande discusses his personal connection to the role and the challenges he faced as an Asian actor in Hollywood.

Scottie Scheffler's Victory at the Masters

Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters with a dominant final round, credits his friends for advice on identity and faith for his success. He reflects on his desire to win, his talent as a gift from God, and the security of his identity regardless of winning or losing.

2024 Whiting Awards Winners Announced

Ten emerging writers have won the 2024 Whiting Awards, each receiving $50,000 to support their craft. Past winners have gone on to publish award-winning works. This year's winners explore themes of identity, history, and societal boundaries through their writing.

NATO Anniversary and French Identity Controversy

NATO, the alliance formed to protect Europe from the Soviet Union, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a continued focus on Russia. In France, a controversy over a singer chosen for the Olympics' opening ceremony raises questions about French identity.

Hunter Schafer transitioning away from 'transsexual actress' label

Euphoria star Hunter Schafer, who transitioned into living as a woman in ninth grade, wants to move past the 'transsexual actress' label and just live as a girl, rejecting transgender roles and wanting to focus on her work without being defined by her gender identity.

Recovered Grandchildren of Argentina

Claudia Poblete, one of the 'recovered grandchildren' of Argentina, shares her story of being abducted during the Argentine dictatorship and reunited with her biological family years later. The Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo organization helped many like her in finding their true identities.

Trump Rallies in Rome, Georgia

Trump rallies continue to attract fervent supporters who view them as uplifting and exciting events, while critics see them as platforms for violent, anti-democratic rhetoric. Attendees express strong loyalty to Trump, dress up for the events, and engage in confrontational behavior. The rallies have a cult-like atmosphere, with participants treating Trumpism as a core part of their identity. Despite controversies and false rhetoric, Trump's base remains fiercely loyal.

Lowrider Culture

Denise Sandoval, a professor of Chicana and Chicano studies at California State University, Northridge, discusses the endurance and spread of lowrider culture with NPR's A Martinez.

LGBTQ+ Identification Among Generation Z Women

A Gallup survey shows that 30% of Generation Z women identify as LGBTQ+, with 20.7% identifying as bisexual, driving the increase in LGBTQ+ identification among this demographic. LGBTQ+ identification in the U.S. has grown to 7.6%, up from 5.6% four years ago. Bisexual identification is highest among younger generations.

Brazilian Psychic Living Nostradamus Claims AI Human Clones at Pivotal Moment

Brazilian psychic Living Nostradamus claims artificial intelligence-created human clones are coming at a pivotal moment of human evolution, raising questions about identity, autonomy, and the essence of humanity.