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So far this season, the Detroit Lions lead the NFL. Saturday sees the MLS Cup Final. And Manny Pacquiao is entering the Boxing Hall of Fame.

A TV show heist involving maple syrup, inspired by a real-life caper: NPR's Ellissa Nadworny talks with actor Margo Martindale and series co-creator Ed Herro about "The Sticky."

NPR staff recommend four young adult novels: "Heir," "Annie LeBlanc is Not Dead Yet," "The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette For Young Ladies of Mad Science," and "Dragonfruit."

Born on this day in 1932 in Detroit, Ellen Burstyn went on to win the Triple Crown of Acting (Oscar, Emmy, Tony) after starting her career as a dancer and model. On December 7, 1941, Ensign Francis Flaherty of Charlotte, Michigan, was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the attack on Pearl Harbor, sacrificing his life to save his crew aboard the USS Oklahoma.

Paxton's known for performing music from the 1920s and '30s. David Bianculli reviews the documentary Beatles '64. Michael Owen, author of Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words, talks about the famed lyricist.

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Some Michiganders who use health and fitness tracking apps could see more protection of their data under a bill that passed the state Senate this week.

Missouri voters moved to end the state's strict abortion ban in November but it's unclear when abortion treatment will be allowed. Some of the old laws remain on the books pending a judge's ruling.

Conflict between the Syrian government and rebel groups is raising uncertainty in the region. But in the chaos, some are optimistic about the possible release of American journalist Austin Tice.

NPR's Ari Shapiro spoke with Lauren Mayberry, known as the lead singer of CHVRCHES, about launching her solo career from the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC in September 2023. Her solo debut is out now.