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01/14/2026

Do you know an independent artists who deserves a bigger platform? Now is their time to shine.

The Tiny Desk Contest is NOW OPEN for 2026!
Here’s how to enter:
1. Create a video of you performing an original song behind a desk.
2. Upload your video to YouTube.
3. Submit at npr.org/tinydeskcontest by 11:59 p.m. ET on Feb. 9, 2026.

The 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is presented by and supported by .

01/10/2026

NPR’s Up First is honored to be nominated for a first-ever podcasting Golden Globe Award. Delivering “the news you need to start your day,” Up First from NPR brings listeners a deep-dive into the day’s top three stories, researched and presented by expert journalists, all in less than the time it takes to finish your coffee.

From our exceptional editorial and production team, to hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin, A. Martinez, Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon, the Up First staff works through the night to ensure that listeners get a thorough grasp on the top headlines, all in time for their morning commute.

The 83rd Annual Golden Globes will air live on the CBS network and stream on Paramount+ on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. We’re in LA through the weekend so stay tuned for updates as we celebrate this milestone!

Learn more here: https://www.npr.org/sections/npr-extra/2025/11/21/g-s1-105416/up-first-from-npr-nominated-for-first-ever-podcasting-golden-globe

01/02/2026

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12/31/2025

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12/30/2025

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12/29/2025

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12/15/2025

Trusted information, freely accessible to all. That’s the promise of the NPR Network. From breaking news to in-depth features, our reporting is always there for you and your community. No paywalls, no agenda — just the context and coverage you need. Your support makes these resources available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

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12/15/2025

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12/12/2025

Psst: The Tiny Desk Contest is coming back!

Unsigned artists, submit one original song for the opportunity to play your own Tiny Desk concert, go on tour with , be paired with an industry mentor and more.⁠
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The Contest will be open from Jan. 13 to Feb. 9, 2026, and you can record your entry now. Learn more at npr.org/tinydeskcontest.⁠
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The 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is presented by .

12/02/2025

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Your donations fund independent journalism. Your comments confirm why it matters. 💪 Thank you for giving back to the network you trust.

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12/02/2025

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11/24/2025

We are pleased to announce that Jo Lambert, COO of OLO and a Public Director since 2022, has been elected as the new Chair of the NPR Board of Directors. Additionally, Shawn Turner, General Manager of WKAR Public Media, was elected Vice Chair.

Lambert brings over 25 years of global executive leadership in technology, media, and financial services, positioning the Board for strategic growth.

According to Lambert: "The past year has clearly demonstrated our incredible resilience and the profound, mission-critical strength of our 50-state Network.”

Read the full release here:

NPR is pleased to announce that on November 20 Jo Lambert was elected by the NPR Board of Directors as Chair of the Board.