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Tom salutes the scientists who get down in the mud each year to count crabs.

A pair of U.K. scholars discovered the mislabeled document in Harvard Law School's digital archives. The university bought it for just $27.50 in 1946. It turned out to be an authentic copy dating to 1300.

Now that most Christmas songs and albums have been packed away into the proverbial attic, the pop landscape of the new year is coming into focus.

Rom-coms, heist flicks, a sports/horror mashup, a pair of Broadway musicals, a biopic of The Boss, festival award winners and lots of showbiz sagas — here's what NPR critics are watching this fall.

Amy Steward & Ann DeMart welcome Kerry Folan, founder and director of Shore Lit to this week's Arts in Action.

Buying something new can be thrilling in the moment, but will you still be glad you bought it after the fact? NPR readers share their top tips for mindful shopping to avoid regret and overspending.

What does it take to raise givers in a world full of takers?Find out as Shar McBee, bestselling author of To Lead is to Serve, joins Kathy Bernard to share her powerful story — from being abandoned at age three to becoming a global leadership influencer — all thanks to the life-changing love and wisdom of one remarkable aunt.Discover how her simple notes — “Be a connector,” “Listen more, talk less,” “Your kindness can change a life” — can inspire us all to guide our children and grandchildren to lead with service, empathy, and heart.Tune in for a dose of wisdom, warmth, and practical advice you’ll want to pass down for generations.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with Michigan Public listener Michael Feiten of Highland, Mich., and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Monday's WNBA Draft is the latest jewel in the crown of Bueckers, the 6-foot guard who barely a week ago led her UConn Huskies to their first national championship in a decade.