Melhores podcasts sobre WHRO Public Media (2024)

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Make Believe Monsters

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NASA missions are giving astronomers eyes on the universe, helping them learn about the eerie characteristics of worlds beyond our own.Por WHRO

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U.S. citizens are among the voters removed in Virginia’s controversial purge 0:55

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NPR obtained a spreadsheet of voters removed from the state's voter rolls since Aug. 7. They include U.S. citizens who are fully eligible to vote and were removed erroneously.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Anti-smoking groups want the new Norfolk casino developer to keep original non-smoking plans 0:58

22h ago0:58

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A national advocacy group says even with Boyd Gaming’s proposed remedies, indoor smoking can cause health harms and potentially worsen gambling addictions.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Making Space History

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In 1962, John Glenn made history as the first American to orbit Earth.Por WHRO

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Audubon Society surveys downtown Norfolk for bird collisions 1:00

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Artificial lights and glass windows – prevalent in urban areas – can confuse and kill migrating birds.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Headed to Jupiter

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Liftoff! Europa Clipper is on its way to explore Europa, Jupiter’s ocean world.Por WHRO

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Student body presidents from 3 Hampton Roads colleges part of group calling to meet with governor

5d ago

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Student representatives from Norfolk State, Christopher Newport and William & Mary are among a group of 10 student body presidents that want to meet with Gov. Glenn Youngkin about DEI programs.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Accomack County Public Schools fires superintendent

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Rhonda Hall has been criticized of late for not cooperating with a police investigation into a student's alleged shooting threat in September.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Chrysler Museum exhibit highlights climate change threats to sea ice 1:00

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Dutch glass artist Peter Bremers is behind the new "Ice to Water" exhibit.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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After a decade trying to diversify the region's economy away from federal spending, Hampton Roads is turning back to defense industry to grow 1:00

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For years, officials have tried to shift Hampton Roads’ economy away from defense. Now, leaders say diversity within defense is the region’s future.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Nightmare Worlds

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Presented in the style of vintage horror movie advertisements, NASA produced a series of fun and creative exoplanet posters, perfect for Halloween.Por WHRO

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Hampton reconsidering road closure as it explores safety solutions at Shell Road and Greenbriar Ave

6d ago

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After nearby residents raised concerns, Hampton is planning a new community meeting to discuss ways to improve road and intersection safety in the neighborhood.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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The Power of a Blow

7d ago

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With input from Lewis Research Center, now NASA Glenn, the Impax line of force measurement products was born.Por WHRO

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Planetary Core

8d ago

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Once the Psyche mission arrives at its destination, the scientific payload will begin gathering key measurements of the asteroid.Por WHRO

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Federal lawsuit argues Norfolk’s use of Flock cameras is unconstitutional 0:59

8d ago0:59

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A lawsuit filed Monday alleges the automatic license plate reading cameras violate privacy rights by creating a “dragnet” that monitors everyday travel.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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James City County working on policy limiting large solar farm development

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In addition to other limits, a proposal to discourage development on forested land would leave just 700 acres of land that meet the criteria for new large-scale solar projects.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Chesapeake desperately needs multifamily development to ease housing crisis, coalition report says 0:55

8d ago0:55

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Chesapeake businesses and organizations recently completed a housing study to push local leaders to act.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Virginia's bay scallops are making a comeback 0:51

8d ago0:51

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Scientists say the iconic species on the Eastern Shore is nearing levels that could support the state’s long-gone commercial or recreational harvest.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Geomagnetic Storms

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Predicting exactly where, when, and how the dancing lights of the auroras will occur on Earth is challenging.Por WHRO

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"Closer than we are further apart": James City County chair optimistic about schools contract

9d ago

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Williamsburg wants the next iteration of the joint service agreement that governs WJCC to be "modernized."Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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New report blasts Army's watercraft fleet 0:55

9d ago0:55

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The aging Army boats based at Joint Base Langley-Eustis suffer from breakdowns and slow repairs.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Halloween Caricatures

10d ago

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Each year for a decade, the Cassini team produced a tongue-in-cheek caricature of “spooky Saturn.”Por WHRO

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Federal government launches Ashanti Alert info website

12d ago

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The new site includes information about the Ashanti Alert Act of 2018, the alert itself as well as how to find your state's alert program.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Immune Responses

13d ago

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Bats use proteins to offensively fight disease, keeping these creatures of the night healthy.Por WHRO

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WJCC deputy superintendent to step in for Herron during replacement search

13d ago

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Daniel Keever will serve as acting superintendent for WJCC Schools starting in February 2025, after current superintendent Olwen Herron retires.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk city council gets overview on transportation master plan

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Mayor Mike Duman and Holy Neck Councilman Tim Johnson hoped to see more specifics from the working plan on Wednesday.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Williamsburg Youth Orchestra will perform updated music from Lafayette's 1824 visit

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The the Williamsburg Youth Orchestra collaborated with the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University to update original scores for a performance during Yorktown Day on Oct. 19, 2024.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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JunoCam Images

14d ago

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NASA uses images from amateur astrophotographers to help provide context for new JunoCam images.Por WHRO

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Something in the Water has to announce next year’s lineup by the end of the year, Virginia Beach leaders say 0:41

14d ago0:41

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After a short notice cancellation of 2024’s festival, city council voted on new measures in the sponsorship agreement to prevent it from happening again.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Langley Airmen get taste of the field 0:48

14d ago0:48

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The new exercise is part of an Air Force initiative to prepare for near-peer competition.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Official Names

15d ago

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Maps of Mars are divided into quadrants. Each quadrant is themed after a site of geological significance on Earth and names are selected for the Martian sites.Por WHRO

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Pentagon confirms drones over Langley 0:46

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The operator of the drones remains unidentified.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Agricultural Yields

16d ago

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Space-based observations of global land cover and seasonal variability in growth over time can be used to predict crop yields.Por WHRO

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Words from Explorers

17d ago

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NASA is studying daily journals to better understand the hazards of isolation and confinement during space travel.Por WHRO

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Report says a stretch of Interstate 664 is the 17th busiest highway in the nation 0:53

19d ago0:53

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Commuters lose more time to traffic on I-664 in Chesapeake and Suffolk than any other highway in Virginia, according to a report from a traffic data analytics firm.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Exercise Equipment

20d ago

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Exercise equipment used on the International Space Station has come a long way from the simple elastic bands used on early missions.Por WHRO

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Crime statistics are down overall in Virginia Beach for 2024 0:56

20d ago0:56

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Violent crimes and property crimes are lower compared to this time last year, police chief says.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Miyares, other attorneys general, file lawsuit over new staffing requirements for nursing homes

20d ago

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Miyares and others argue that the new rule would be too costly and demand "burdensome reporting requirements" that are too difficult to implement.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Veterans see small boost in benefits 0:47

20d ago0:47

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The smallest increase in VA benefits since the pandemic, a sign that inflation is slowing.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Our Water Cycle

21d ago

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GPM uses an advanced radar and radiometer system to measure precipitation from space, helping us better understand our water cycle.Por WHRO Public Media

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Organizers expect to propose 2025 dates for Something in the Water 0:53

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Festival organizer Robby Wells told Virginia Beach City Council that dates would be proposed by Oct. 19 for the rescheduled festival.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Norfolk casino gets final city sign-off to proceed with long-delayed development 0:54

21d ago0:54

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The City Council voted 7-1 to approve development of the project originally proposed in 2018.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Newport News commits $1.4 million per year to Riverside Health program aimed at ending cycles of violence 0:56

21d ago0:56

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The Hand in Hand program at Riverside gives victims of violence financial help and social support, aiming to prevent violence long after victims leave the hospital.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Tackling the Impossible

22d ago

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Follow the adventures of Meia and her fellow robots in their hometown of Monopolis.Por WHRO Public Media

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Housing costs are holding Hampton Roads’ economy back, ODU report says 0:53

22d ago0:53

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The region has seen encouraging growth, but the housing market remains one of the major drags.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Inspecting Orbital Debris

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Satellites that are no longer in use can break apart or collide with one another, creating debris that poses a risk to spaceflight.Por WHRO Public Media

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Navy identifies three ships with suspected faulty welds built by Newport News Shipbuilding

23d ago

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Navy Sec. Carlos Del Toro says the Navy is exploring legal options over the welds.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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A ScienceCraft

24d ago

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The ScienceCraft for Outer Planet Exploration, or SCOPE, cleverly combines a science instrument with the spacecraft itself.Por WHRO Public Media

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Traffic plans in Virginia Beach during Vance visit couldn’t be shared in advance, police say 0:58

26d ago0:58

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Interstate 264 and intersecting bridges were closed for the motorcade to pass, according to Virginia Beach Police.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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With similar biographies, Second Congressional District candidates set themselves apart with their policies 1:55

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Both Navy veterans, incumbent Jen Kiggans touts common sense leadership while challenger Missy Cotter Smasal stands for reproductive freedom and democracy.Por 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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