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Apr 17, 2025 · The goal of a good headline is multipronged, according to Thomas Evans, managing editor, editorial review, who joined NPR last fall to lead the creation of what's called the "Backstop."

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Sep 29, 2025 · Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny will headline next year's Super Bowl halftime show.

Sep 30, 2025 · President Trump defended the use of U.S. troops in American cities and told top U.S. commanders that the military would be used against the "enemy within." "This is going to be a big …

Oct 25, 2015 · So when you're writing your headline, make sure people can easily understand it. Keep it simple — avoid names and acronyms that aren't universally recognized.

May 12, 2025 · President Trump wants to lower drug prices in the U.S. by tying them to the prices paid in other developed countries. The pharmaceutical industry has long opposed the approach.

Dec 18, 2025 · Inflation over the past 10 years Headline inflation reflects price changes on all items, while core inflation excludes volatile food and energy categories.

“America elects Donald Trump president, spelling change for [South Africa] and the world,” one headline on popular South African media website News24 read.