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By the time she was 18, Wang had carved out a niche as a performer to call when older big-name pianists couldn't make it to their engagements. But now, at 22, she's headlining a project of her own: Her debut CD, Sonatas and Etudes, has been nominated for a Grammy.

There are many choices this holiday season for those in the market to give, or receive, video games. Game editor Brian Ekberg talks with NPR's Renee Montagne about new -- and nonviolent -- games.

One micro-grant project in Detroit is gaining a lot of traction. Every month, the group Detroit SOUP hosts a dinner, and for five bucks you get soup, salad, bread and a vote to give the night's proceeds to a community project. Director Amy Kaherl talks to guest host Celeste Headlee about the power of neighbors talking to neighbors.

By Catherine M. WelchWilmington, NC – Firefighters in South Carolina are cleaning up smoldering patches of what was a massive wildfire that burned just…

Food writer Monica Bhide, who was born in India and now lives in Washington, D.C., came into the NPR studios to demonstrate two recipes with saffron — a carrot-leek soup and an Indian dessert. "Great chefs say if you can taste the saffron in a dish, you've gone too far. You've messed up," she says.

Look around your kitchen table and you'll see the work of Ambassador Ron Kirk. He's the United States Trade Representative, which is a cabinet-level position, and he's negotiated trade deals all around the world. Host Michel Martin talks to him about why he's choosing to step down from his post, and the importance of U.S. trade.

Legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis reads three quotes from the weeks news ... The President Gets A Lift; Everyone's a Critic; and School's out in Chicago.

The song "Brandy" by Looking Glass was No. 1 in 1972. For singer-songwriter Todd Snider, the song is a reminder of happy times. He was 6 years old when he first heard the song, but it left a lasting impression.

This past weekend, the University of Southern California and the University of Texas each finished undefeated seasons with dominating performances to set up their face-off for the national title in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 4.

Detroit Tiger Gary Sheffield has a reputation for having a fierce temper. He discusses this "fire burning within," his 20-year career, and Barry Bonds and allegations of steroid use. Sheffield is the author of a new autobiography, Inside Power.