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National Book Award-winning author Elizabeth Acevedo is the subject of a new interview from WBUR, in which she reflects on the idea that 'anger is only a shadow.' The conversation touches on her writing and the emotions that shape her work, drawing attention from readers of her acclaimed young adult novels.

Biologists at the University of Massachusetts have identified what may be the loudest birds in the world, according to a report by WBUR. The finding draws attention to the remarkable vocal capabilities of these birds and adds to ongoing research into animal communication. Details of the species and how the calls were measured have not been provided in the available coverage.

Landlords are increasingly adopting AI concierge tools to communicate with their tenants, according to WBUR's Here & Now. The systems handle tenant questions, maintenance requests and other routine exchanges, raising questions about responsiveness, privacy and whether automated replies can replace direct contact between property managers and renters.