Minecraft's incredible soundtrack is undeniable. "Sweden," "Subwoofer Lullaby," and "Moog City"are all absolute classics. A player can go hours, even years, thinking these ambient tracks are the only ...

Minecraft has all kinds of blocks that players can use for various purposes. Some are used for building structures, while others are used to create contraptions made with redstone, which is an ...

FiiO made its name with out-of-the-ordinary music gadgets, but the palm-sized Snowsky Disc has really piqued our interest. It has the unmistakeable retro feel of an iPod nano with its square design, ...

Who are the best Minecraft YouTubers? Since the blockbuster indie game Minecraft was originally released in 2009, we've watched empires of blocks rise and fall on YouTube as players share their ...

New research explores music's impact on learning, memory, and emotions in two studies. One reveals that familiar music can enhance concentration and learning, while the other demonstrates that music ...

Demand for CD players rises 74% this year amid deluxe releases from artists such as Taylor Swift and Pink Floyd Forget the vinyl revival. CD players and compact discs are back on Christmas lists this ...

Clutter rarely arrives in one dramatic wave. It creeps in through tiny, everyday items that seem harmless until they quietly multiply overnight. By looking closely at the objects that pile up fastest, ...

November 24, 2025 • Our annual reading guide returns with 380+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 13 years of recommendations all in one place — that's more than 4,000 great ...