Trump Names New Defense Team Ahead Of Senate Impeachment Trial
Attorneys David Schoen and Bruce Castor Jr. will help defend the former president in next week's trial before the Senate on one article of impeachment, "incitement of insurrection."
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Sunday, 31 January 2021
NPR News: Myanmar's Army Stages Coup, Detaining Aung Sang Suu Kyi, Others
Myanmar's Army Stages Coup, Detaining Aung Sang Suu Kyi, Others
The military detained Suu Kyi and members of her political party early Monday, hours before it declared a transfer of power and a one-year state of emergency in the Southeast Asian country.
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The military detained Suu Kyi and members of her political party early Monday, hours before it declared a transfer of power and a one-year state of emergency in the Southeast Asian country.
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NPR News: Myanmar's Army Stages Coup, Detaining Aung Sang Suu Kyi, Others
Myanmar's Army Stages Coup, Detaining Aung Sang Suu Kyi, Others
The military detained Suu Kyi and members of her political party early Monday, hours before it declared a transfer of power and a one-year state of emergency in the Southeast Asian country.
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The military detained Suu Kyi and members of her political party early Monday, hours before it declared a transfer of power and a one-year state of emergency in the Southeast Asian country.
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NPR News: Defying Putin, Russians Return To The Streets To Demand Alexei Navalny's Release
Defying Putin, Russians Return To The Streets To Demand Alexei Navalny's Release
For the second weekend in a row, people across Russia cried out for the release of the jailed Kremlin critic and opposition leader. And again they were met by a massive show of force.
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For the second weekend in a row, people across Russia cried out for the release of the jailed Kremlin critic and opposition leader. And again they were met by a massive show of force.
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NPR News: Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour On Renewed Diplomatic Relations With The U.S.
Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour On Renewed Diplomatic Relations With The U.S.
As the Biden Administration renews diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the Palestinians, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Riyad Mansour, Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations.
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As the Biden Administration renews diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the Palestinians, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Riyad Mansour, Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations.
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NPR News: Group Dedicated To Honoring Robin Hood Attracts New Followers After GameStop Incident
Group Dedicated To Honoring Robin Hood Attracts New Followers After GameStop Incident
A small group in Nottingham, U.K., which honors the legend of Robin Hood, was mistaken for the stock trading app, Robinhood. Now their merry band has gone from 350 to 60,000 Twitter followers.
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A small group in Nottingham, U.K., which honors the legend of Robin Hood, was mistaken for the stock trading app, Robinhood. Now their merry band has gone from 350 to 60,000 Twitter followers.
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NPR News: Russians Take To Streets For A Second Week Of Protests In Support Of Alexei Navalny
Russians Take To Streets For A Second Week Of Protests In Support Of Alexei Navalny
here are fears of more violence, arrests, and repression in Russia as supporters of Alexei Navalny hold a second wave of protests calling for his release from prison.
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here are fears of more violence, arrests, and repression in Russia as supporters of Alexei Navalny hold a second wave of protests calling for his release from prison.
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NPR News: Biden Suspends Border Wall Construction For Two Months
Biden Suspends Border Wall Construction For Two Months
President Biden has halted construction of the massive wall on the U.S.-Mexico border for two months while officials determine what to do next.
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President Biden has halted construction of the massive wall on the U.S.-Mexico border for two months while officials determine what to do next.
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NPR News: Sirius XM's Crank Radio Gives Go-Go Music A National Platform
Sirius XM's Crank Radio Gives Go-Go Music A National Platform
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Sirus XM hosts Charles "Shorty Corleone" Garris and Rico Anderson, who are giving the D.C. region's go-go music a national boost with the new Crank Radio show.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Sirus XM hosts Charles "Shorty Corleone" Garris and Rico Anderson, who are giving the D.C. region's go-go music a national boost with the new Crank Radio show.
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NPR News: Thousands Of Republicans Leave Party After Capitol Riot
Thousands Of Republicans Leave Party After Capitol Riot
The attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former president Trump has led thousands of Republicans to change their voter registration.
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The attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former president Trump has led thousands of Republicans to change their voter registration.
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NPR News: Patience Is Key When Reacting To Health Care Workers Who Refuse The COVID-19 Vaccine
Patience Is Key When Reacting To Health Care Workers Who Refuse The COVID-19 Vaccine
Some experts say patience may be the best reaction to nursing home staffers who decline the coronavirus vaccine.
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Some experts say patience may be the best reaction to nursing home staffers who decline the coronavirus vaccine.
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NPR News: Politics Chat: Biden Pushes For New Coronavirus Aid Package
Politics Chat: Biden Pushes For New Coronavirus Aid Package
The Biden administration is pushing for quick action on new pandemic aid. Congressional Republicans are trying to turn the page on the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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The Biden administration is pushing for quick action on new pandemic aid. Congressional Republicans are trying to turn the page on the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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NPR News: Concerns Arise As Navy SEALS Given Approval To Train In Washington State Parks
Concerns Arise As Navy SEALS Given Approval To Train In Washington State Parks
Washington has OK'd a plan to allow Navy SEALS to train in state parks. The special ops will now do exercises at more than a dozen sites around the state. Parkgoers are worried about safety.
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Washington has OK'd a plan to allow Navy SEALS to train in state parks. The special ops will now do exercises at more than a dozen sites around the state. Parkgoers are worried about safety.
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NPR News: Field Hospitals Return To Some States As COVID-19 Pushes Hospitals To Breaking Point
Field Hospitals Return To Some States As COVID-19 Pushes Hospitals To Breaking Point
In North Carolina and California, field hospitals have opened to help with patient overflow as a surge of COVID-19 cases continues to stress hospitals.
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In North Carolina and California, field hospitals have opened to help with patient overflow as a surge of COVID-19 cases continues to stress hospitals.
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NPR News: The Economic Fallout Of The Pandemic Has Had A Profound Effect On Women
The Economic Fallout Of The Pandemic Has Had A Profound Effect On Women
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Economic Policy Institute Senior Economist Elise Gould about the pandemic's economic effects on women and minorities.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Economic Policy Institute Senior Economist Elise Gould about the pandemic's economic effects on women and minorities.
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NPR News: Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour On Renewed Diplomatic Relations With The U.S.
Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour On Renewed Diplomatic Relations With The U.S.
As the Biden Administration renews diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the Palestinians, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Riyad Mansour, Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations.
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As the Biden Administration renews diplomatic relations between the U.S. and the Palestinians, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Riyad Mansour, Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations.
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NPR News: Group Dedicated To Honoring Robin Hood Attracts New Followers After GameStop Incident
Group Dedicated To Honoring Robin Hood Attracts New Followers After GameStop Incident
A small group in Nottingham, U.K., which honors the legend of Robin Hood, was mistaken for the stock trading app, Robinhood. Now their merry band has gone from 350 to 60,000 Twitter followers.
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A small group in Nottingham, U.K., which honors the legend of Robin Hood, was mistaken for the stock trading app, Robinhood. Now their merry band has gone from 350 to 60,000 Twitter followers.
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NPR News: Russians Take To Streets For A Second Week Of Protests In Support Of Alexei Navalny
Russians Take To Streets For A Second Week Of Protests In Support Of Alexei Navalny
here are fears of more violence, arrests, and repression in Russia as supporters of Alexei Navalny hold a second wave of protests calling for his release from prison.
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here are fears of more violence, arrests, and repression in Russia as supporters of Alexei Navalny hold a second wave of protests calling for his release from prison.
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NPR News: Trump's Top Impeachment Lawyers Leave Team Days Before Trial
Trump's Top Impeachment Lawyers Leave Team Days Before Trial
Butch Bowers and Deborah Barbier have parted ways with the former president after a "mutual decision," leaving his defense team little preparation time before the Feb. 9 trial.
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Butch Bowers and Deborah Barbier have parted ways with the former president after a "mutual decision," leaving his defense team little preparation time before the Feb. 9 trial.
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NPR News: Vaccines For Data: Israel's Pfizer Deal Drives Quick Rollout — And Privacy Worries
Vaccines For Data: Israel's Pfizer Deal Drives Quick Rollout — And Privacy Worries
Israel paid a premium, locked in an early supply of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines and agreed to share data from Israel's centralized trove of medical statistics. Privacy advocates have some misgivings.
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Israel paid a premium, locked in an early supply of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines and agreed to share data from Israel's centralized trove of medical statistics. Privacy advocates have some misgivings.
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NPR News: Unwelcome On Facebook, Twitter, QAnon Followers Flock To Fringe Sites
Unwelcome On Facebook, Twitter, QAnon Followers Flock To Fringe Sites
As Twitter and Facebook crack down on those spreading baseless QAnon conspiracies, adherents are finding other apps to communicate, including platforms where they may be further radicalized.
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As Twitter and Facebook crack down on those spreading baseless QAnon conspiracies, adherents are finding other apps to communicate, including platforms where they may be further radicalized.
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NPR News: Vaccines For Data: Israel's Pfizer Deal Drives Quick Rollout — And Privacy Worries
Vaccines For Data: Israel's Pfizer Deal Drives Quick Rollout — And Privacy Worries
Israel paid a premium, locked in an early supply of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines and agreed to share data from Israel's centralized trove of medical statistics. Privacy advocates have some misgivings.
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Israel paid a premium, locked in an early supply of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines and agreed to share data from Israel's centralized trove of medical statistics. Privacy advocates have some misgivings.
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NPR News: 'We Came, We Saw, We Left' Takes Us On One Family's Gap Year Adventure
'We Came, We Saw, We Left' Takes Us On One Family's Gap Year Adventure
Dartmouth's Charles Wheelan, author of Naked Economics, writes about his nine-month globetrot in 2016 with his wife and their teenagers — offering a refreshing escape during these isolating times.
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Dartmouth's Charles Wheelan, author of Naked Economics, writes about his nine-month globetrot in 2016 with his wife and their teenagers — offering a refreshing escape during these isolating times.
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NPR News: 'We Came, We Saw, We Left' Takes Us On One Family's Gap Year Adventure
'We Came, We Saw, We Left' Takes Us On One Family's Gap Year Adventure
Dartmouth's Charles Wheelan, author of Naked Economics, writes about his nine-month globetrot in 2016 with his wife and their teenagers — offering a refreshing escape during these isolating times.
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Dartmouth's Charles Wheelan, author of Naked Economics, writes about his nine-month globetrot in 2016 with his wife and their teenagers — offering a refreshing escape during these isolating times.
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Saturday, 30 January 2021
NPR News: EU Reverses Move To Restrict Export Of COVID-19 Vaccines To Northern Ireland
EU Reverses Move To Restrict Export Of COVID-19 Vaccines To Northern Ireland
The EU backtracked after a move to restrict the movement of vaccines between Ireland and Northern Ireland drew condemnation.
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The EU backtracked after a move to restrict the movement of vaccines between Ireland and Northern Ireland drew condemnation.
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NPR News: EU Reverses Move To Restrict Export Of COVID-19 Vaccines To Northern Ireland
EU Reverses Move To Restrict Export Of COVID-19 Vaccines To Northern Ireland
The EU backtracked after a move to restrict the movement of vaccines between Ireland and Northern Ireland drew condemnation.
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The EU backtracked after a move to restrict the movement of vaccines between Ireland and Northern Ireland drew condemnation.
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NPR News: New Report Identifies Big Legislative Push To Tighten Voting Restrictions
New Report Identifies Big Legislative Push To Tighten Voting Restrictions
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with attorney Myrna Pérez of the Brennan Center for Justice about her group's report on state laws across the country that limit voters' access to the polls.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with attorney Myrna Pérez of the Brennan Center for Justice about her group's report on state laws across the country that limit voters' access to the polls.
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NPR News: How States Are Prioritizing Limited Vaccine Supplies
How States Are Prioritizing Limited Vaccine Supplies
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with biomedical ethicist Ruth Faden of Johns Hopkins University about how states are determining their vaccination priorities given their limited supplies.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with biomedical ethicist Ruth Faden of Johns Hopkins University about how states are determining their vaccination priorities given their limited supplies.
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NPR News: Who Are The Lawyers Defending Trump In His 2nd Impeachment Trial?
Who Are The Lawyers Defending Trump In His 2nd Impeachment Trial?
Among the fairly unknown team from South Carolina is Butch Bowers, who represents public officials in ethics cases. A first for him, he has to defend the former president in a trial unlike any other.
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Among the fairly unknown team from South Carolina is Butch Bowers, who represents public officials in ethics cases. A first for him, he has to defend the former president in a trial unlike any other.
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NPR News: Nearly 100 Million In Midwest Under Advisories As Winter Storm Moves East
Nearly 100 Million In Midwest Under Advisories As Winter Storm Moves East
The system, which brought tremendous amounts of snow and rain to California, is expected to dump feet of snow in the central U.S. Forecasters expect the storm to hit the Northeastern U.S. by Monday.
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The system, which brought tremendous amounts of snow and rain to California, is expected to dump feet of snow in the central U.S. Forecasters expect the storm to hit the Northeastern U.S. by Monday.
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NPR News: Promising COVID-19 Vaccine News Has Some Itching To Travel Again
Promising COVID-19 Vaccine News Has Some Itching To Travel Again
"People are tired of being at home," one travel advisor says as an industry decimated by the pandemic begins to see small signs that a recovery might be on the way.
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"People are tired of being at home," one travel advisor says as an industry decimated by the pandemic begins to see small signs that a recovery might be on the way.
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NPR News: CDC Issues Sweeping New Mask Mandate For U.S. Travelers; Extends Eviction Moratorium
CDC Issues Sweeping New Mask Mandate For U.S. Travelers; Extends Eviction Moratorium
The new travel order will require passengers to wear face coverings on nearly all forms of public transportation, including airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares.
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The new travel order will require passengers to wear face coverings on nearly all forms of public transportation, including airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares.
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NPR News: Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
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We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
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NPR News: Opinion: Olympic Flame Of Suffering
Opinion: Olympic Flame Of Suffering
With the Winter Olympics set for next year, NPR's Scott Simon talks about the push by some human rights groups to move the games out of Beijing.
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With the Winter Olympics set for next year, NPR's Scott Simon talks about the push by some human rights groups to move the games out of Beijing.
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NPR News: Exploring Alexei Navalny's Journey To Becoming A Symbol Against Russian Corruption
Exploring Alexei Navalny's Journey To Becoming A Symbol Against Russian Corruption
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Julia Davis, Russian media and disinformation expert, on the evolution of Alexei Navalny from controversial figure to a popular ant-corruption opposition leader in Russia.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Julia Davis, Russian media and disinformation expert, on the evolution of Alexei Navalny from controversial figure to a popular ant-corruption opposition leader in Russia.
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NPR News: Where Have QAnon Supporters Gone?
Where Have QAnon Supporters Gone?
When Twitter and Facebook cracked down on those spreading baseless QAnon conspiracies, adherents went looking for other apps to communicate, including platforms where they may be further radicalized.
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When Twitter and Facebook cracked down on those spreading baseless QAnon conspiracies, adherents went looking for other apps to communicate, including platforms where they may be further radicalized.
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NPR News: Despite Biden's Executive Orders, Vaccine Production May Be Hard To Ramp Up
Despite Biden's Executive Orders, Vaccine Production May Be Hard To Ramp Up
Executive orders to speed up production of COVID-19 vaccines should increase supplies. But reporter Sarah Jane Tribble tells NPR's Scott Simon that retooling production lines could take a year.
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Executive orders to speed up production of COVID-19 vaccines should increase supplies. But reporter Sarah Jane Tribble tells NPR's Scott Simon that retooling production lines could take a year.
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NPR News: Just As Vaccine Distribution Begins, New COVID-19 Variants Arrive In U.S.
Just As Vaccine Distribution Begins, New COVID-19 Variants Arrive In U.S.
All three coronavirus variants that appear to spread faster have now been found in the United States, raising concerns they could spark a new deadly surge and outrun treatments and vaccines.
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All three coronavirus variants that appear to spread faster have now been found in the United States, raising concerns they could spark a new deadly surge and outrun treatments and vaccines.
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NPR News: The Latest In The GameStop Wall Street Stock Battle
The Latest In The GameStop Wall Street Stock Battle
GameStop share prices surged again yesterday, after the trading app Robinhood allowed limited buys of heavily shorted stocks. It's the latest in a week where on-line traders freaked out Wall Street.
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GameStop share prices surged again yesterday, after the trading app Robinhood allowed limited buys of heavily shorted stocks. It's the latest in a week where on-line traders freaked out Wall Street.
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NPR News: Politics Chat: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Under Fire For Controversial Comments
Politics Chat: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Under Fire For Controversial Comments
Social media posts by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) spreading conspiracy theories have come into focus this week. We look at the options before House Republicans on how to deal with the situation
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Social media posts by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) spreading conspiracy theories have come into focus this week. We look at the options before House Republicans on how to deal with the situation
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NPR News: Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
Saturday Sports: The Fate Of The Tokyo Olympics
We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
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We talk about Japan's determination to hold the Olympics and more inroads for women in sports.
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NPR News: Opinion: Olympic Flame Of Suffering
Opinion: Olympic Flame Of Suffering
With the Winter Olympics set for next year, NPR's Scott Simon talks about the push by some human rights groups to move the games out of Beijing.
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With the Winter Olympics set for next year, NPR's Scott Simon talks about the push by some human rights groups to move the games out of Beijing.
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NPR News: Exploring Alexei Navalny's Journey To Becoming A Symbol Against Russian Corruption
Exploring Alexei Navalny's Journey To Becoming A Symbol Against Russian Corruption
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Julia Davis, Russian media and disinformation expert, on the evolution of Alexei Navalny from controversial figure to a popular ant-corruption opposition leader in Russia.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Julia Davis, Russian media and disinformation expert, on the evolution of Alexei Navalny from controversial figure to a popular ant-corruption opposition leader in Russia.
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NPR News: Combating Misinformation When A Loved One Is Caught In A Web Of Conspiracies
Combating Misinformation When A Loved One Is Caught In A Web Of Conspiracies
The recent attack on the U.S. Capitol is a reminder of the potentially deadly impact of disinformation that is spreading online. Experts say there are several possible strategies for dealing with it.
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The recent attack on the U.S. Capitol is a reminder of the potentially deadly impact of disinformation that is spreading online. Experts say there are several possible strategies for dealing with it.
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NPR News: 'Manage The Best We Can': Latino Church Adapts To New COVID-19 Reality
'Manage The Best We Can': Latino Church Adapts To New COVID-19 Reality
A predominantly Latino church in Colorado has seen very high numbers of COVID-19 among congregants. They say their county has not gone far enough in implementing public health standards.
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A predominantly Latino church in Colorado has seen very high numbers of COVID-19 among congregants. They say their county has not gone far enough in implementing public health standards.
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NPR News: In Philadelphia, A Scandal Erupts Over Vaccination Startup Led By 22-Year-Old
In Philadelphia, A Scandal Erupts Over Vaccination Startup Led By 22-Year-Old
City officials gave coronavirus vaccines to Philly Fighting Covid, whose brash CEO had no health care experience. After a WHYY investigation, the city cut ties with the group over alleged misconduct.
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City officials gave coronavirus vaccines to Philly Fighting Covid, whose brash CEO had no health care experience. After a WHYY investigation, the city cut ties with the group over alleged misconduct.
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Friday, 29 January 2021
NPR News: Two Proud Boys Members Indicted In Attack On U.S. Capitol
Two Proud Boys Members Indicted In Attack On U.S. Capitol
The two were indicted on a long list of charges in federal court Friday, including obstruction of an official proceeding and destruction of government property.
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The two were indicted on a long list of charges in federal court Friday, including obstruction of an official proceeding and destruction of government property.
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NPR News: Pipe Bombs Believed To Have Been Placed Night Before Attack On U.S. Capitol
Pipe Bombs Believed To Have Been Placed Night Before Attack On U.S. Capitol
The FBI releases photos of the person thought to be responsible for putting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican headquarters and says the bombs were placed on the night before the riot.
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The FBI releases photos of the person thought to be responsible for putting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican headquarters and says the bombs were placed on the night before the riot.
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NPR News: Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Using UV Light To Disinfect Stuff. Is That A Good Idea?
Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Using UV Light To Disinfect Stuff. Is That A Good Idea?
Researchers are looking into several key points: Can ultraviolet light kill the coronavirus, and is it safe to use? Or might your eyes pay a price?
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Researchers are looking into several key points: Can ultraviolet light kill the coronavirus, and is it safe to use? Or might your eyes pay a price?
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NPR News: "Sea Prison": COVID-19 Has Left Hundreds Of Thousands Of Seafarers Stranded
"Sea Prison": COVID-19 Has Left Hundreds Of Thousands Of Seafarers Stranded
Once the pandemic began, many countries prevented crew members from leaving ships. Some ended up trapped at sea for more than a year. Maritime organizations are pushing for more seafarer protections.
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Once the pandemic began, many countries prevented crew members from leaving ships. Some ended up trapped at sea for more than a year. Maritime organizations are pushing for more seafarer protections.
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NPR News: Novavax Vaccine Effective, But Doesn't Work As Well Against South African Variant
Novavax Vaccine Effective, But Doesn't Work As Well Against South African Variant
There's another COVID-19 vaccine. This one was developed by the U.S. biotech company Novavax. It's almost 90% effective against the disease, but isn't as effective against the South African variant
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There's another COVID-19 vaccine. This one was developed by the U.S. biotech company Novavax. It's almost 90% effective against the disease, but isn't as effective against the South African variant
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NPR News: In 'Soul City,' One Man Envisions A Place Where Black People Have Power, Opportunity
In 'Soul City,' One Man Envisions A Place Where Black People Have Power, Opportunity
Author Thomas Healy chronicles how, in 1969, Floyd McKissick went about building a city from scratch, only to have his dreams dashed by a combination of prejudice and bureaucracy.
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Author Thomas Healy chronicles how, in 1969, Floyd McKissick went about building a city from scratch, only to have his dreams dashed by a combination of prejudice and bureaucracy.
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NPR News: District Attorney In Atlanta Wants Off Rayshard Brooks Case
District Attorney In Atlanta Wants Off Rayshard Brooks Case
Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis says the actions of her predecessor have forced her to relinquish the police shooting case to another prosecutor.
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Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis says the actions of her predecessor have forced her to relinquish the police shooting case to another prosecutor.
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NPR News: Protests For Navalny In Russia Represent A Generational Divide
Protests For Navalny In Russia Represent A Generational Divide
The gap is widening between President Vladimir Putin and young Russians who weren't born when he took power. That split is most visible on social media, which Putin famously shuns.
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The gap is widening between President Vladimir Putin and young Russians who weren't born when he took power. That split is most visible on social media, which Putin famously shuns.
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NPR News: South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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NPR News: South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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NPR News: March For Life President Discusses The Future Of The Movement Under Biden
March For Life President Discusses The Future Of The Movement Under Biden
Friday's March for Life will be mostly virtual due to the pandemic. NPR's Sarah McCammon talks to the president of that organization about the future of the anti-abortion rights movement.
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Friday's March for Life will be mostly virtual due to the pandemic. NPR's Sarah McCammon talks to the president of that organization about the future of the anti-abortion rights movement.
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NPR News: 2 Sisters On Enjoying Life: Instead Of 'A Drama Or A Novela, Make It A Sitcom'
2 Sisters On Enjoying Life: Instead Of 'A Drama Or A Novela, Make It A Sitcom'
As kids whose parents worked full time, Corina Ulloa and Brenda Ulloa Martinez spent a lot of time looking after one another in their Los Angeles neighborhood. Corina said it made them who they are.
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As kids whose parents worked full time, Corina Ulloa and Brenda Ulloa Martinez spent a lot of time looking after one another in their Los Angeles neighborhood. Corina said it made them who they are.
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NPR News: Why Russia May Have Stepped Up Its Hacking Game
Why Russia May Have Stepped Up Its Hacking Game
When Gen. Paul Nakasone, the head of U.S. Cyber Command and the NSA, broadcast his "defend forward" strategy to protect America from hackers, did he help goad Russia into aggressive action?
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When Gen. Paul Nakasone, the head of U.S. Cyber Command and the NSA, broadcast his "defend forward" strategy to protect America from hackers, did he help goad Russia into aggressive action?
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NPR News: Donald Trump And The Future Of The Republican Party
Donald Trump And The Future Of The Republican Party
How much of a hold does Trump have on the GOP right now and what does his impeachment tell us about where the GOP is headed?
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How much of a hold does Trump have on the GOP right now and what does his impeachment tell us about where the GOP is headed?
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NPR News: Republicans Divided Over Loyalties To Former President Trump
Republicans Divided Over Loyalties To Former President Trump
After losing the White House, Republicans are looking to a future without Donald Trump. But his second impeachment trial underscores just how wed the GOP still is to the former president.
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After losing the White House, Republicans are looking to a future without Donald Trump. But his second impeachment trial underscores just how wed the GOP still is to the former president.
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NPR News: The Redditors Behind The GameStop Wall Street Frenzy
The Redditors Behind The GameStop Wall Street Frenzy
We meet two followers of the Reddit thread WallStreetbets, who helped push stock of struggling retailer GameStop to new heights.
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We meet two followers of the Reddit thread WallStreetbets, who helped push stock of struggling retailer GameStop to new heights.
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NPR News: Unpacking Biden's Executive Orders Advancing Racial Equity And Tribal Sovereignty
Unpacking Biden's Executive Orders Advancing Racial Equity And Tribal Sovereignty
President Biden signed executive orders to address systemic racial inequality. Experts discuss with NPR's Sarah McCammon the potential effectiveness of such measures and what they'd like to see next.
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President Biden signed executive orders to address systemic racial inequality. Experts discuss with NPR's Sarah McCammon the potential effectiveness of such measures and what they'd like to see next.
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NPR News: News Brief: Novavax Vaccine, The GOP's Future Biden's Environmental Justice Plan
News Brief: Novavax Vaccine, The GOP's Future Biden's Environmental Justice Plan
There's a new COVID-19 vaccine out there. Trump allies clash with fellow Republicans who supported his impeachment. And, Biden signs an executive order addressing environmental racism.
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There's a new COVID-19 vaccine out there. Trump allies clash with fellow Republicans who supported his impeachment. And, Biden signs an executive order addressing environmental racism.
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NPR News: 'A Hostage Situation Every Day': Strategists Blame Trump For Georgia Senate Losses
'A Hostage Situation Every Day': Strategists Blame Trump For Georgia Senate Losses
Sources close to the campaigns say people in and around the White House put near-constant pressure on Sens. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler to shape their runoff campaigns around Trump's demands.
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Sources close to the campaigns say people in and around the White House put near-constant pressure on Sens. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler to shape their runoff campaigns around Trump's demands.
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NPR News: As States Hustle To Distribute Vaccines, Big Business Offers A Boost Of Expertise
As States Hustle To Distribute Vaccines, Big Business Offers A Boost Of Expertise
Large corporations such as Starbucks, Honeywell, Microsoft, Costco and Google want to help states with planning and logistics. But the potential of these partnerships is hindered by supply problems.
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Large corporations such as Starbucks, Honeywell, Microsoft, Costco and Google want to help states with planning and logistics. But the potential of these partnerships is hindered by supply problems.
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NPR News: New Yorkers Lunge, Twist And Zumba Their Way Through The Pandemic Together
New Yorkers Lunge, Twist And Zumba Their Way Through The Pandemic Together
The pandemic has left many Americans craving safe social interaction. For one group of New Yorkers, outdoor Zumba classes bring a little joy.
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The pandemic has left many Americans craving safe social interaction. For one group of New Yorkers, outdoor Zumba classes bring a little joy.
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NPR News: Protests For Navalny In Russia Represent A Generational Divide
Protests For Navalny In Russia Represent A Generational Divide
The gap is widening between President Vladimir Putin and young Russians who weren't born when he took power. That split is most visible on social media, which Putin famously shuns.
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The gap is widening between President Vladimir Putin and young Russians who weren't born when he took power. That split is most visible on social media, which Putin famously shuns.
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NPR News: South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
South African COVID-19 Variant Detected In U.S.
As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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As feared, the coronavirus varant first discovered in South Africa has been detected in the United States for the first time.
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NPR News: 6 Killed After Liquid Nitrogen Leak At Georgia Poultry Plant
6 Killed After Liquid Nitrogen Leak At Georgia Poultry Plant
Officials are investigating what caused the leak at the Gainesville, Ga. plant that also sent 11 other people to the hospital.
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Officials are investigating what caused the leak at the Gainesville, Ga. plant that also sent 11 other people to the hospital.
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Thursday, 28 January 2021
NPR News: General Motors Aims To Be Carbon Neutral By 2040
General Motors Aims To Be Carbon Neutral By 2040
The automaker wants to eliminate tailpipe emissions by 2035 and support the expansion of recharging facilities for electric battery-powered cars.
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The automaker wants to eliminate tailpipe emissions by 2035 and support the expansion of recharging facilities for electric battery-powered cars.
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NPR News: Judge Blocks Biden Deportation Ban, Jeopardizing Former DACA Recipient
Judge Blocks Biden Deportation Ban, Jeopardizing Former DACA Recipient
A federal judge in Texas has temporarily blocked President Biden's 100-day moratorium on most deportations. One man who was scheduled for deportation is tangled in the bureaucratic morass.
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A federal judge in Texas has temporarily blocked President Biden's 100-day moratorium on most deportations. One man who was scheduled for deportation is tangled in the bureaucratic morass.
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NPR News: After The Capitol Attack, Does Police MAGA Sentiment Cross the Line?
After The Capitol Attack, Does Police MAGA Sentiment Cross the Line?
Many in law enforcement have cheered on former President Donald Trump. After his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, some say police expressions of that support threaten police legitimacy.
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Many in law enforcement have cheered on former President Donald Trump. After his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, some say police expressions of that support threaten police legitimacy.
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NPR News: In Poland, Protests As Near-Total Ban On Abortions Goes Into Effect
In Poland, Protests As Near-Total Ban On Abortions Goes Into Effect
The Constitutional Court had ruled in October to ban terminations of pregnancies with fetal defects – nearly the only abortions that happen in Poland, which already had strict limits on the procedure.
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The Constitutional Court had ruled in October to ban terminations of pregnancies with fetal defects – nearly the only abortions that happen in Poland, which already had strict limits on the procedure.
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NPR News: Moscow Court Rejects Navalny's Bid To Leave Jail
Moscow Court Rejects Navalny's Bid To Leave Jail
Russian authorities detained Navalny on the grounds that he hasn't satisfied the terms of his release on a suspended prison sentence.
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Russian authorities detained Navalny on the grounds that he hasn't satisfied the terms of his release on a suspended prison sentence.
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NPR News: South Carolina Reports 1st Known U.S. Cases Of Variant From South Africa
South Carolina Reports 1st Known U.S. Cases Of Variant From South Africa
"At this time, we have no evidence that infections by this variant cause more severe disease," the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.
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"At this time, we have no evidence that infections by this variant cause more severe disease," the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.
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NPR News: San Francisco May Rename Schools Named After Washington, Lincoln And Others
San Francisco May Rename Schools Named After Washington, Lincoln And Others
The move to potentially change the names of 44 schools, approved by the school board this week, has sparked debate in San Francisco about its timing and whether the list is overly broad.
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The move to potentially change the names of 44 schools, approved by the school board this week, has sparked debate in San Francisco about its timing and whether the list is overly broad.
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NPR News: Moscow Court Rejects Navalny's Bid To Leave Jail
Moscow Court Rejects Navalny's Bid To Leave Jail
Russian authorities detained Navalny on the grounds that he hasn't satisfied the terms of his release on a suspended prison sentence.
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Russian authorities detained Navalny on the grounds that he hasn't satisfied the terms of his release on a suspended prison sentence.
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NPR News: China And Russia Want To Be Vaccine Leaders. How's That Going?
China And Russia Want To Be Vaccine Leaders. How's That Going?
The two countries are vying for a role in ending the pandemic by offering their vaccines to countries that can't afford or obtain other vaccines. But vaccine experts have a few concerns.
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The two countries are vying for a role in ending the pandemic by offering their vaccines to countries that can't afford or obtain other vaccines. But vaccine experts have a few concerns.
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NPR News: Biden To Revoke Trump Abortion Policy, Expand Obamacare With New Executive Orders
Biden To Revoke Trump Abortion Policy, Expand Obamacare With New Executive Orders
President Biden's executive order would open a special enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act from Feb. 15 to May 15.
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President Biden's executive order would open a special enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act from Feb. 15 to May 15.
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NPR News: DHS Warns Of 'Heightened Threat Environment' From Domestic Violent Extremists
DHS Warns Of 'Heightened Threat Environment' From Domestic Violent Extremists
The bulletin did not cite any specific threat but said that the risk of violence will persist for weeks. It warned that some extremists may be "emboldened" by the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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The bulletin did not cite any specific threat but said that the risk of violence will persist for weeks. It warned that some extremists may be "emboldened" by the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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NPR News: China And Russia Want To Be Vaccine Leaders. How's That Going?
China And Russia Want To Be Vaccine Leaders. How's That Going?
The two countries are vying for a role in ending the pandemic by offering their vaccines to countries that can't afford or obtain other vaccines. But vaccine experts have a few concerns.
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The two countries are vying for a role in ending the pandemic by offering their vaccines to countries that can't afford or obtain other vaccines. But vaccine experts have a few concerns.
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NPR News: Pakistan's Top Court Orders Release For Killer Of Wall Street Journal Reporter
Pakistan's Top Court Orders Release For Killer Of Wall Street Journal Reporter
The decision comes nearly two decades after journalist Daniel Pearl's body was found in a shallow grave in the Pakistani port city of Karachi.
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The decision comes nearly two decades after journalist Daniel Pearl's body was found in a shallow grave in the Pakistani port city of Karachi.
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NPR News: Pakistan's Top Court Orders Release For Killer Of Wall Street Journal Reporter
Pakistan's Top Court Orders Release For Killer Of Wall Street Journal Reporter
The decision comes nearly two decades after journalist Daniel Pearl's body was found in a shallow grave in the Pakistani port city of Karachi.
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The decision comes nearly two decades after journalist Daniel Pearl's body was found in a shallow grave in the Pakistani port city of Karachi.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Infections Surge In Europe As Vaccines Lag
COVID-19 Infections Surge In Europe As Vaccines Lag
Local officials in Madrid suspended its vaccination program for two weeks because of a lack of doses.
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Local officials in Madrid suspended its vaccination program for two weeks because of a lack of doses.
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NPR News: France Will Likely Be Put Under A 3rd Nationwide Lockdown
France Will Likely Be Put Under A 3rd Nationwide Lockdown
European countries put more restrictive measures in place to control the spread of COVID-19. France has a strict overnight curfew, but the government says that's not enough to slow the virus down.
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European countries put more restrictive measures in place to control the spread of COVID-19. France has a strict overnight curfew, but the government says that's not enough to slow the virus down.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Infections Surge In Europe As Vaccines Lag
COVID-19 Infections Surge In Europe As Vaccines Lag
Local officials in Madrid suspended its vaccination program for two weeks because of a lack of doses.
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Local officials in Madrid suspended its vaccination program for two weeks because of a lack of doses.
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NPR News: Biden To Revoke Trump Abortion Policy, Expand Obamacare With New Executive Orders
Biden To Revoke Trump Abortion Policy, Expand Obamacare With New Executive Orders
President Biden's executive order would open a special enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act from Feb. 15 to May 15.
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President Biden's executive order would open a special enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act from Feb. 15 to May 15.
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NPR News: How Is The COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign Going In Your State?
How Is The COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign Going In Your State?
The U.S. is engaged in a massive effort to vaccinate the bulk of its population against COVID-19. But some states are working faster than others. See how yours is faring.
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The U.S. is engaged in a massive effort to vaccinate the bulk of its population against COVID-19. But some states are working faster than others. See how yours is faring.
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NPR News: France Will Likely Be Put Under A 3rd Nationwide Lockdown
France Will Likely Be Put Under A 3rd Nationwide Lockdown
European countries put more restrictive measures in place to control the spread of COVID-19. France has a strict overnight curfew, but the government says that's not enough to slow the virus down.
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European countries put more restrictive measures in place to control the spread of COVID-19. France has a strict overnight curfew, but the government says that's not enough to slow the virus down.
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NPR News: A Wyoming County Predicts 'Total Economic Devastation' From Biden Leasing Ban
A Wyoming County Predicts 'Total Economic Devastation' From Biden Leasing Ban
Most of the oil and gas drilled in Wyoming comes from federal land and communities there are bracing for job losses and school funding cuts in the wake of a Biden administration pause on new leasing.
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Most of the oil and gas drilled in Wyoming comes from federal land and communities there are bracing for job losses and school funding cuts in the wake of a Biden administration pause on new leasing.
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NPR News: Families Separated At Border Hope Biden Reunites Them, Bringing Deported Parents Back
Families Separated At Border Hope Biden Reunites Them, Bringing Deported Parents Back
The Trump administration deported more than 1,400 parents without their children. President Biden has called those family separations "criminal," and he's expected to take executive action on Friday.
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The Trump administration deported more than 1,400 parents without their children. President Biden has called those family separations "criminal," and he's expected to take executive action on Friday.
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Wednesday, 27 January 2021
NPR News: 3 People From Extremist 'Oath Keepers' Indicted On Capitol Riot Conspiracy Charges
3 People From Extremist 'Oath Keepers' Indicted On Capitol Riot Conspiracy Charges
Those indicted have ties to what the Justice Department calls "a paramilitary organization focused on recruitment of current and former military, law enforcement, and first responder personnel."
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Those indicted have ties to what the Justice Department calls "a paramilitary organization focused on recruitment of current and former military, law enforcement, and first responder personnel."
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NPR News: Pandemic Piles On Already Reeling Boeing, Leading To Nearly $12 Billion Loss In 2020
Pandemic Piles On Already Reeling Boeing, Leading To Nearly $12 Billion Loss In 2020
The airplane manufacturer was already struggling to fix design flaws in the grounded 737 Max when the pandemic all but froze demand for new aircraft.
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The airplane manufacturer was already struggling to fix design flaws in the grounded 737 Max when the pandemic all but froze demand for new aircraft.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution: How High-Tech California Is Now Trying To Fix It
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution: How High-Tech California Is Now Trying To Fix It
The nation's most populous state says it's pivoting fast following a chaotic and inefficient county-based rollout of the vaccine. Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris tells NPR about the do-over.
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The nation's most populous state says it's pivoting fast following a chaotic and inefficient county-based rollout of the vaccine. Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris tells NPR about the do-over.
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NPR News: LA County DA Takes A Swing At Tough-On-Crime Advocates, Police Unions
LA County DA Takes A Swing At Tough-On-Crime Advocates, Police Unions
Los Angeles voters elected a progressive reformer to be county district attorney. George Gascón has moved quickly to upend how the nation's largest local prosecutor's office administers justice.
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Los Angeles voters elected a progressive reformer to be county district attorney. George Gascón has moved quickly to upend how the nation's largest local prosecutor's office administers justice.
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NPR News: Indonesia's Most Active Volcano Erupts
Indonesia's Most Active Volcano Erupts
Indonesia, an archipelago of 270 million people, sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which leaves the country prone to earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions.
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Indonesia, an archipelago of 270 million people, sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which leaves the country prone to earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions.
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NPR News: Why Vendee Globe Is Considered The World's Toughest Sailing Race
Why Vendee Globe Is Considered The World's Toughest Sailing Race
Participants in a world sailing race are due to return to France on Wednesday. More people have been to outer space than have completed the Vendee Globe -– a solo competition.
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Participants in a world sailing race are due to return to France on Wednesday. More people have been to outer space than have completed the Vendee Globe -– a solo competition.
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NPR News: Iraqis Forced To Cope With Country's Economic Hard Times
Iraqis Forced To Cope With Country's Economic Hard Times
In Iraq, a huge share of the country relies on government salaries. But the government relies on oil revenues which have been falling. The purchasing power of average Iraqis has dropped.
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In Iraq, a huge share of the country relies on government salaries. But the government relies on oil revenues which have been falling. The purchasing power of average Iraqis has dropped.
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NPR News: News Brief: Vaccine Doses, Executive Orders, Biden-Putin Call
News Brief: Vaccine Doses, Executive Orders, Biden-Putin Call
The Biden administration is working to secure 200 million additional doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Biden signed executive actions to address systemic racism, and had his first call with Russia's leader.
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The Biden administration is working to secure 200 million additional doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Biden signed executive actions to address systemic racism, and had his first call with Russia's leader.
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NPR News: Feds To Reimburse States For Vaccine Duty By National Guard Members
Feds To Reimburse States For Vaccine Duty By National Guard Members
President Biden ordered full reimbursement to states using the National Guard in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Many troops will be used to boost the pace of vaccinations.
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President Biden ordered full reimbursement to states using the National Guard in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Many troops will be used to boost the pace of vaccinations.
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NPR News: Indonesia's Most Active Volcano Erupts
Indonesia's Most Active Volcano Erupts
Indonesia, an archipelago of 270 million people, sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which leaves the country prone to earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions.
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Indonesia, an archipelago of 270 million people, sits along the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which leaves the country prone to earthquakes, tsunamis, and eruptions.
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NPR News: Why Vendee Globe Is Considered The World's Toughest Sailing Race
Why Vendee Globe Is Considered The World's Toughest Sailing Race
Participants in a world sailing race are due to return to France on Wednesday. More people have been to outer space than have completed the Vendee Globe -– a solo competition.
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Participants in a world sailing race are due to return to France on Wednesday. More people have been to outer space than have completed the Vendee Globe -– a solo competition.
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NPR News: Iraqis Forced To Cope With Country's Economic Hard Times
Iraqis Forced To Cope With Country's Economic Hard Times
In Iraq, a huge share of the country relies on government salaries. But the government relies on oil revenues which have been falling. The purchasing power of average Iraqis has dropped.
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In Iraq, a huge share of the country relies on government salaries. But the government relies on oil revenues which have been falling. The purchasing power of average Iraqis has dropped.
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NPR News: News Brief: Vaccine Doses, Executive Orders, Biden-Putin Call
News Brief: Vaccine Doses, Executive Orders, Biden-Putin Call
The Biden administration is working to secure 200 million additional doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Biden signed executive actions to address systemic racism, and had his first call with Russia's leader.
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The Biden administration is working to secure 200 million additional doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Biden signed executive actions to address systemic racism, and had his first call with Russia's leader.
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NPR News: Netherlands Faces Unrest As Protesters Demonstrate Against Curfew
Netherlands Faces Unrest As Protesters Demonstrate Against Curfew
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bloomberg News journalist Joost Akkermans about the clashes in the Netherlands after a new COVID-19 curfew went into effect over the weekend.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bloomberg News journalist Joost Akkermans about the clashes in the Netherlands after a new COVID-19 curfew went into effect over the weekend.
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NPR News: Biden Has His 1st Conversation With Russian Counterpart Putin
Biden Has His 1st Conversation With Russian Counterpart Putin
The different statements issued by Moscow and Washington after Tuesday's call between Presidents Biden and Vladimir Putin showed where the two can cooperate and where they will likely clash.
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The different statements issued by Moscow and Washington after Tuesday's call between Presidents Biden and Vladimir Putin showed where the two can cooperate and where they will likely clash.
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NPR News: Justice Department Rescinds Trump's 'Zero Tolerance' Immigration Policy
Justice Department Rescinds Trump's 'Zero Tolerance' Immigration Policy
The Trump-era immigration policy resulted in thousands of family separations at the U.S-Mexico border.
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The Trump-era immigration policy resulted in thousands of family separations at the U.S-Mexico border.
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NPR News: Don't Call It A Comeback: School Districts That Never Opened Are Having Trouble Now
Don't Call It A Comeback: School Districts That Never Opened Are Having Trouble Now
About a third of the country's students haven't had a single day in a classroom since March 2020. Coming back now — with the virus still spreading and teachers pushing back — hasn't been easy.
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About a third of the country's students haven't had a single day in a classroom since March 2020. Coming back now — with the virus still spreading and teachers pushing back — hasn't been easy.
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NPR News: Netherlands Faces Unrest As Protesters Demonstrate Against Curfew
Netherlands Faces Unrest As Protesters Demonstrate Against Curfew
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bloomberg News journalist Joost Akkermans about the clashes in the Netherlands after a new COVID-19 curfew went into effect over the weekend.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bloomberg News journalist Joost Akkermans about the clashes in the Netherlands after a new COVID-19 curfew went into effect over the weekend.
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NPR News: Biden Has His 1st Conversation With Russian Counterpart Putin
Biden Has His 1st Conversation With Russian Counterpart Putin
The different statements issued by Moscow and Washington after Tuesday's call between Presidents Biden and Vladimir Putin showed where the two can cooperate and where they will likely clash.
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The different statements issued by Moscow and Washington after Tuesday's call between Presidents Biden and Vladimir Putin showed where the two can cooperate and where they will likely clash.
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NPR News: In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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NPR News: Texas Hostage Standoff Leaves 2 Dead
Texas Hostage Standoff Leaves 2 Dead
The standoff at a doctor's office lasted five hours after police responded to a "disturbance type call" late Tuesday afternoon.
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The standoff at a doctor's office lasted five hours after police responded to a "disturbance type call" late Tuesday afternoon.
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NPR News: In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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NPR News: In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
In Phone Call, Biden Presses Putin Over Cyber Breach, Navalny
Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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Despite disagreements on many issues, the president and the Russian leader agreed to extend the only remaining U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control deal.
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Tuesday, 26 January 2021
NPR News: 'Time For Us To See Action': A Call To Carry Out Biden's Order On Trans Troops
'Time For Us To See Action': A Call To Carry Out Biden's Order On Trans Troops
Army Staff Sgt. Patricia King talks about President Biden's reversal of the Trump-era ban on transgender troops, and what she hopes for the next steps.
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Army Staff Sgt. Patricia King talks about President Biden's reversal of the Trump-era ban on transgender troops, and what she hopes for the next steps.
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NPR News: Pharmacist To Plead Guilty To Ruining Hundreds Of Doses Of COVID-19 Vaccine, DOJ Says
Pharmacist To Plead Guilty To Ruining Hundreds Of Doses Of COVID-19 Vaccine, DOJ Says
A pharmacist in Grafton, Wisc., is accused of tampering with supplies of the Moderna vaccine in December. He faces a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each of two charges.
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A pharmacist in Grafton, Wisc., is accused of tampering with supplies of the Moderna vaccine in December. He faces a maximum of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each of two charges.
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NPR News: Federal Judge Blocks Biden's 100-Day Deportation Moratorium
Federal Judge Blocks Biden's 100-Day Deportation Moratorium
The judge issued a 14-day temporary restraining order Tuesday in a challenge filed by Texas. The ruling said Texas might "suffer imminent and irreparable harm" from a moratorium.
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The judge issued a 14-day temporary restraining order Tuesday in a challenge filed by Texas. The ruling said Texas might "suffer imminent and irreparable harm" from a moratorium.
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NPR News: Protesting Farmers Flood India's Capital, Storm Historic Fort
Protesting Farmers Flood India's Capital, Storm Historic Fort
Tens of thousands of Indian farmers had been protesting on the outskirts of New Delhi for months. On Tuesday, they stormed the city, overshadowing a military parade on a national holiday.
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Tens of thousands of Indian farmers had been protesting on the outskirts of New Delhi for months. On Tuesday, they stormed the city, overshadowing a military parade on a national holiday.
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NPR News: Protesting Farmers Flood India's Capital, Storm Historic Fort
Protesting Farmers Flood India's Capital, Storm Historic Fort
Tens of thousands of Indian farmers had been protesting on the outskirts of New Delhi for months. On Tuesday, they stormed the city, overshadowing a military parade on a national holiday.
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Tens of thousands of Indian farmers had been protesting on the outskirts of New Delhi for months. On Tuesday, they stormed the city, overshadowing a military parade on a national holiday.
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NPR News: European Union Warns AstraZeneca Over Reduction In Vaccine Shipments
European Union Warns AstraZeneca Over Reduction In Vaccine Shipments
"The companies must deliver. They must honor their obligations," the European Commission's president said after both AstraZeneca and Pfizer said they were experiencing shipping issues.
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"The companies must deliver. They must honor their obligations," the European Commission's president said after both AstraZeneca and Pfizer said they were experiencing shipping issues.
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NPR News: Charles Blow's 'The Devil You Know' Is A Black Power Manifesto For Our Time
Charles Blow's 'The Devil You Know' Is A Black Power Manifesto For Our Time
Blow's book is a call to action for Black Americans to reconsider their Great Migration North and imagine new possibilities of Black political might.
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Blow's book is a call to action for Black Americans to reconsider their Great Migration North and imagine new possibilities of Black political might.
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NPR News: European Union Warns AstraZeneca Over Reduction In Vaccine Shipments
European Union Warns AstraZeneca Over Reduction In Vaccine Shipments
"The companies must deliver. They must honor their obligations," the European Commission's president said after both AstraZeneca and Pfizer said they were experiencing shipping issues.
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"The companies must deliver. They must honor their obligations," the European Commission's president said after both AstraZeneca and Pfizer said they were experiencing shipping issues.
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NPR News: My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell Permanently Suspended From Twitter
My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell Permanently Suspended From Twitter
Lindell, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, had been using his Twitter account to spread disinformation about the 2020 presidential election, including false claims of voter fraud.
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Lindell, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, had been using his Twitter account to spread disinformation about the 2020 presidential election, including false claims of voter fraud.
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NPR News: Nursing Home Critics Say COVID-19 Immunity Laws Are Just A Free Pass For Neglect
Nursing Home Critics Say COVID-19 Immunity Laws Are Just A Free Pass For Neglect
Nearly 30 states temporarily shielded nursing homes from COVID-19 lawsuits. But resident advocates say that protection means they can't sue for things that have nothing to do with the coronavirus.
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Nearly 30 states temporarily shielded nursing homes from COVID-19 lawsuits. But resident advocates say that protection means they can't sue for things that have nothing to do with the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Farmers In India Storm Historic Fort And Clash With Police
Farmers In India Storm Historic Fort And Clash With Police
Tens of thousands of farmers rolled into New Delhi on tractors festooned with tricolor flags, overshadowing the traditional military parade that is the centerpiece of Republic Day celebrations.
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Tens of thousands of farmers rolled into New Delhi on tractors festooned with tricolor flags, overshadowing the traditional military parade that is the centerpiece of Republic Day celebrations.
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NPR News: California, Nation's Most Populous State, Struggles With Vaccine Rollout
California, Nation's Most Populous State, Struggles With Vaccine Rollout
California has lifted regional stay-at-home orders, citing improved Coronavirus numbers. But that good news is tempered by ongoing problems with the state's vaccine rollout.
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California has lifted regional stay-at-home orders, citing improved Coronavirus numbers. But that good news is tempered by ongoing problems with the state's vaccine rollout.
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NPR News: Is Your 401(k) Colluding To Make Cereal More Expensive?
Is Your 401(k) Colluding To Make Cereal More Expensive?
A new study investigates whether common ownership of cereal makers by institutional investors is leading them to become a kind of stealth monopoly.
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A new study investigates whether common ownership of cereal makers by institutional investors is leading them to become a kind of stealth monopoly.
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NPR News: Farmers In India Storm Historic Fort And Clash With Police
Farmers In India Storm Historic Fort And Clash With Police
Tens of thousands of farmers rolled into New Delhi on tractors festooned with tricolor flags, overshadowing the traditional military parade that is the centerpiece of Republic Day celebrations.
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Tens of thousands of farmers rolled into New Delhi on tractors festooned with tricolor flags, overshadowing the traditional military parade that is the centerpiece of Republic Day celebrations.
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NPR News: Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release Gorilla After 30 Years
Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release Gorilla After 30 Years
After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed. Activists have been trying to close that zoo for years.
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After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed. Activists have been trying to close that zoo for years.
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NPR News: McConnell Relents On Senate Filibuster Stalemate
McConnell Relents On Senate Filibuster Stalemate
The Senate minority leader backed down from demands that Democrats promise to keep the filibuster intact. He and Majority Leader Chuck Schumer can now negotiate a power-sharing agreement.
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The Senate minority leader backed down from demands that Democrats promise to keep the filibuster intact. He and Majority Leader Chuck Schumer can now negotiate a power-sharing agreement.
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NPR News: News Brief: COVID-19 Variants, Calif. Lockdown Orders, Drug Overdoses
News Brief: COVID-19 Variants, Calif. Lockdown Orders, Drug Overdoses
Moderna is creating a booster shot for its COVID-19 vaccine to help protect against variants. California lifts regional stay-at-home orders, and social isolation may contribute to drug overdoses.
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Moderna is creating a booster shot for its COVID-19 vaccine to help protect against variants. California lifts regional stay-at-home orders, and social isolation may contribute to drug overdoses.
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NPR News: Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release Gorilla After 30 Years
Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release Gorilla After 30 Years
After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed. Activists have been trying to close that zoo for years.
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After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed. Activists have been trying to close that zoo for years.
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NPR News: A Friend To Gorillas, Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release 'Little Lotus'
A Friend To Gorillas, Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release 'Little Lotus'
After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed.
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After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed.
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NPR News: Turkey Struggles During Pandemic To Protect Public Health, Economy
Turkey Struggles During Pandemic To Protect Public Health, Economy
Turkey says it has vaccinated more than a million front-line workers against COVID-19, and is now vaccinating people in their 80s. The country is hard hit — even as weekend lockdowns continue.
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Turkey says it has vaccinated more than a million front-line workers against COVID-19, and is now vaccinating people in their 80s. The country is hard hit — even as weekend lockdowns continue.
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NPR News: In California, The Last Of The Pandemic Stay-At-Home Orders Are Lifted
In California, The Last Of The Pandemic Stay-At-Home Orders Are Lifted
California has lifted the final three regional stay-at-home orders — citing a decrease in projected new COVID-19 cases. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Mark Ghaly, the state's health secretary.
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California has lifted the final three regional stay-at-home orders — citing a decrease in projected new COVID-19 cases. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Mark Ghaly, the state's health secretary.
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NPR News: A Friend To Gorillas, Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release 'Little Lotus'
A Friend To Gorillas, Cher Aims To Get Thai Zoo To Release 'Little Lotus'
After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed.
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After Cher's success freeing an elephant from a Pakistani zoo, she now wants a gorilla kept in a private rooftop zoo in Thailand freed.
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NPR News: Turkey Struggles During Pandemic To Protect Public Health, Economy
Turkey Struggles During Pandemic To Protect Public Health, Economy
Turkey says it has vaccinated more than a million front-line workers against COVID-19, and is now vaccinating people in their 80s. The country is hard hit — even as weekend lockdowns continue.
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Turkey says it has vaccinated more than a million front-line workers against COVID-19, and is now vaccinating people in their 80s. The country is hard hit — even as weekend lockdowns continue.
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NPR News: Anti-Curfew Protests Flare Up in The Netherlands
Anti-Curfew Protests Flare Up in The Netherlands
At least 150 people were reportedly arrested amid violent protests against coronavirus restrictions in the Netherlands.
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At least 150 people were reportedly arrested amid violent protests against coronavirus restrictions in the Netherlands.
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NPR News: Anti-Curfew Protests Flare Up in The Netherlands
Anti-Curfew Protests Flare Up in The Netherlands
At least 150 people were reportedly arrested amid violent protests against coronavirus restrictions in the Netherlands.
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At least 150 people were reportedly arrested amid violent protests against coronavirus restrictions in the Netherlands.
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Monday, 25 January 2021
NPR News: A New Coronavirus Variant From Brazil, Is Found In Minnesota
A New Coronavirus Variant From Brazil, Is Found In Minnesota
A Twin Cities resident contracted a new variant of the coronavirus after traveling to Brazil. The new strain is believed to be more transmissible.
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A Twin Cities resident contracted a new variant of the coronavirus after traveling to Brazil. The new strain is believed to be more transmissible.
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NPR News: Moderna Finds COVID-19 Vaccine Less Effective Against Variant Found In South Africa
Moderna Finds COVID-19 Vaccine Less Effective Against Variant Found In South Africa
In a new round of tests, the drug company wants to see if booster doses of its vaccine will ramp up defenses against emerging strains of the coronavirus.
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In a new round of tests, the drug company wants to see if booster doses of its vaccine will ramp up defenses against emerging strains of the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Time Goes By: Has The Pandemic Changed Your Expectations For Hours And Days?
Time Goes By: Has The Pandemic Changed Your Expectations For Hours And Days?
This past year has altered how many of us experience time. Our expectations for how our hours and days transpire have been upended. We want to know: How has your relationship with time changed?
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This past year has altered how many of us experience time. Our expectations for how our hours and days transpire have been upended. We want to know: How has your relationship with time changed?
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NPR News: Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Run For Arkansas Governor
Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Run For Arkansas Governor
"With the radical left now in control of Washington, your governor is your last line of defense," Sanders said in an announcement video. She was White House Press secretary for President Trump.
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"With the radical left now in control of Washington, your governor is your last line of defense," Sanders said in an announcement video. She was White House Press secretary for President Trump.
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NPR News: Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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NPR News: Merck Stops Developing Both Of Its COVID-19 Vaccine Candidates
Merck Stops Developing Both Of Its COVID-19 Vaccine Candidates
Merck, which previously made an Ebola vaccine, had been seen as a serious contender in the worldwide race to come up with an answer to COVID-19.
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Merck, which previously made an Ebola vaccine, had been seen as a serious contender in the worldwide race to come up with an answer to COVID-19.
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NPR News: Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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NPR News: Uganda's New Generation Is Disappointed That Museveni's 35-Year Rule Continues
Uganda's New Generation Is Disappointed That Museveni's 35-Year Rule Continues
Young Ugandan voters had placed so much hope in elections this month to unseat longtime ruler Yoweri Museveni. Now with their dreams dashed, they're searching for answers.
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Young Ugandan voters had placed so much hope in elections this month to unseat longtime ruler Yoweri Museveni. Now with their dreams dashed, they're searching for answers.
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NPR News: Uganda's New Generation Is Disappointed That Museveni's 35-Year Rule Continues
Uganda's New Generation Is Disappointed That Museveni's 35-Year Rule Continues
Young Ugandan voters had placed so much hope in elections this month to unseat longtime ruler Yoweri Museveni. Now with their dreams dashed, they're searching for answers.
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Young Ugandan voters had placed so much hope in elections this month to unseat longtime ruler Yoweri Museveni. Now with their dreams dashed, they're searching for answers.
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NPR News: Angered By New Coronavirus Restrictions, Protesters In Netherlands Clash With Police
Angered By New Coronavirus Restrictions, Protesters In Netherlands Clash With Police
Many people are angry that the Netherlands has imposed a new curfew to contain the spread of COVID-19 and new variants of the coronavirus.
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Many people are angry that the Netherlands has imposed a new curfew to contain the spread of COVID-19 and new variants of the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Russian Protesters Demand Alexei Navalny's Release From Prison
Russian Protesters Demand Alexei Navalny's Release From Prison
Demonstrators in Russia braved extreme cold, police brutality and mass arrests, calling for the release of the opposition leader, who was detained last week shortly after returning to the country.
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Demonstrators in Russia braved extreme cold, police brutality and mass arrests, calling for the release of the opposition leader, who was detained last week shortly after returning to the country.
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NPR News: Angered By New Coronavirus Restrictions, Protesters In Netherlands Clash With Police
Angered By New Coronavirus Restrictions, Protesters In Netherlands Clash With Police
Many people are angry that the Netherlands has imposed a new curfew to contain the spread of COVID-19 and new variants of the coronavirus.
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Many people are angry that the Netherlands has imposed a new curfew to contain the spread of COVID-19 and new variants of the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Russian Protesters Demand Alexei Navalny's Release From Prison
Russian Protesters Demand Alexei Navalny's Release From Prison
Demonstrators in Russia braved extreme cold, police brutality and mass arrests, calling for the release of the opposition leader, who was detained last week shortly after returning to the country.
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Demonstrators in Russia braved extreme cold, police brutality and mass arrests, calling for the release of the opposition leader, who was detained last week shortly after returning to the country.
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NPR News: Some Seniors Face Shrinking Nest Eggs As They Care For Loved Ones During Pandemic
Some Seniors Face Shrinking Nest Eggs As They Care For Loved Ones During Pandemic
Many senior citizens entered their golden years with more debt than previous generations, and now they're struggling financially as they try to provide care for an ailing relative during the pandemic.
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Many senior citizens entered their golden years with more debt than previous generations, and now they're struggling financially as they try to provide care for an ailing relative during the pandemic.
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NPR News: Fatal Police Shootings Of Unarmed Black People Reveal Troubling Patterns
Fatal Police Shootings Of Unarmed Black People Reveal Troubling Patterns
Since 2015, police officers have fatally shot at least 135 unarmed Black people nationwide. The majority of officers were white and for at least 15 of them, the shootings were not their first or last.
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Since 2015, police officers have fatally shot at least 135 unarmed Black people nationwide. The majority of officers were white and for at least 15 of them, the shootings were not their first or last.
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NPR News: Arizona Republicans Reprimand Prominent Members At Odds With Trump
Arizona Republicans Reprimand Prominent Members At Odds With Trump
Over the weekend, Arizona Republicans voted to censure several prominent GOP members who have had differences with former President Trump — triggering a battle over the future of the state party.
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Over the weekend, Arizona Republicans voted to censure several prominent GOP members who have had differences with former President Trump — triggering a battle over the future of the state party.
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NPR News: Why Nursing Homes' COVID-19 Legal Shields May Interfere With Other Cases
Why Nursing Homes' COVID-19 Legal Shields May Interfere With Other Cases
Over the course of the pandemic, 27 states have granted legal immunity to nursing homes. Some advocates worry this temporary reprieve is being used to hide misconduct not related to the coronavirus.
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Over the course of the pandemic, 27 states have granted legal immunity to nursing homes. Some advocates worry this temporary reprieve is being used to hide misconduct not related to the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Biden To Implement Travel Restrictions To Combat New Coronavirus Variants
Biden To Implement Travel Restrictions To Combat New Coronavirus Variants
Newly discovered variants of COVID-19 in South Africa and Brazil could make the virus more infectious and may decrease the efficacy of vaccines.
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Newly discovered variants of COVID-19 in South Africa and Brazil could make the virus more infectious and may decrease the efficacy of vaccines.
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Sunday, 24 January 2021
NPR News: Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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NPR News: Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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NPR News: Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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NPR News: Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Mexican President López Obrador Tests Positive For COVID-19
Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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Andrés Manuel López Obrador said his symptoms are mild. The Mexican leader has resisted lockdowns and repeatedly dismissed the health risks posed by the virus.
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NPR News: Social Media Fueled Russian Protests Despite Government Attempts To Censor
Social Media Fueled Russian Protests Despite Government Attempts To Censor
Tens of thousands took to the streets across Russia, sharing photos and videos on social media faster than they could be removed, urging others to join.
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Tens of thousands took to the streets across Russia, sharing photos and videos on social media faster than they could be removed, urging others to join.
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NPR News: Social Media Fueled Russian Protests Despite Government Attempts To Censor
Social Media Fueled Russian Protests Despite Government Attempts To Censor
Tens of thousands took to the streets across Russia, sharing photos and videos on social media faster than they could be removed, urging others to join.
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Tens of thousands took to the streets across Russia, sharing photos and videos on social media faster than they could be removed, urging others to join.
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NPR News: New Zealand Records First Suspected COVID-19 Community Case Since November
New Zealand Records First Suspected COVID-19 Community Case Since November
A 56-year-old woman who had traveled to Spain and the Netherlands for work late last year has tested positive for COVID-19. It's New Zealand's first probable community transmission in months.
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A 56-year-old woman who had traveled to Spain and the Netherlands for work late last year has tested positive for COVID-19. It's New Zealand's first probable community transmission in months.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Will Be A Big Topic In Iran's Upcoming Elections
COVID-19 Will Be A Big Topic In Iran's Upcoming Elections
Iranians are looking at the COVID-19 crisis in their country with more fatigue than fear these days, though they wonder how it will affect upcoming elections.
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Iranians are looking at the COVID-19 crisis in their country with more fatigue than fear these days, though they wonder how it will affect upcoming elections.
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NPR News: Protests Erupt Across Russia Demanding Release Of Alexei Navalny
Protests Erupt Across Russia Demanding Release Of Alexei Navalny
Protestors marched in cities all over Russia in support of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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Protestors marched in cities all over Russia in support of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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NPR News: Colombia Has A Hippo Problem, Thanks To Pablo Escobar
Colombia Has A Hippo Problem, Thanks To Pablo Escobar
Years ago, the drug lord brought four hippos from Africa to his hideout in Colombia. Since then, they have escaped into the jungle and are rapidly breeding, threatening humans and the environment.
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Years ago, the drug lord brought four hippos from Africa to his hideout in Colombia. Since then, they have escaped into the jungle and are rapidly breeding, threatening humans and the environment.
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NPR News: Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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NPR News: Understanding Multiracial Whiteness And Trump Supporters
Understanding Multiracial Whiteness And Trump Supporters
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Cristina Beltran, professor of social and cultural analysis at New York University, about the phenomenon of "multi-racial whiteness."
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Cristina Beltran, professor of social and cultural analysis at New York University, about the phenomenon of "multi-racial whiteness."
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NPR News: What's Next For The U.S. After Rejoining The Paris Climate Agreement
What's Next For The U.S. After Rejoining The Paris Climate Agreement
The U.S. is rejoining the world's largest effort to address climate change: the 2015 Paris climate agreement. Climate change is one of the Biden administration's top priorities.
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The U.S. is rejoining the world's largest effort to address climate change: the 2015 Paris climate agreement. Climate change is one of the Biden administration's top priorities.
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NPR News: After The Capitol Riot, Officials Promise To Crack Down On Extremism In The Military
After The Capitol Riot, Officials Promise To Crack Down On Extremism In The Military
Dozens of people who took part in the January 6th insurrection had a military history. Officials have repeatedly pledged to root out extremism in the ranks, with little to show for it so far.
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Dozens of people who took part in the January 6th insurrection had a military history. Officials have repeatedly pledged to root out extremism in the ranks, with little to show for it so far.
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NPR News: Rep. Joaquin Castro Talks Trump's Impeachment
Rep. Joaquin Castro Talks Trump's Impeachment
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, about his role as an impeachment manager in the upcoming Senate trial of former President Trump.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, about his role as an impeachment manager in the upcoming Senate trial of former President Trump.
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NPR News: Politics Chat: Biden To Sign More Executive Orders In First Full Week As President
Politics Chat: Biden To Sign More Executive Orders In First Full Week As President
President Biden will begin his first full week in the White House. Many of the executive orders he's been signing and will sign this week are part of a plan he laid out for his first 10 days.
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President Biden will begin his first full week in the White House. Many of the executive orders he's been signing and will sign this week are part of a plan he laid out for his first 10 days.
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NPR News: Nashville Resilience Tested As City Rebuilds After Bombing
Nashville Resilience Tested As City Rebuilds After Bombing
When a suicide bomber killed himself in downtown Nashville on Christmas morning, it damaged dozens of buildings in a historic area. As the rebuilding begins, questions remain about how to proceed.
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When a suicide bomber killed himself in downtown Nashville on Christmas morning, it damaged dozens of buildings in a historic area. As the rebuilding begins, questions remain about how to proceed.
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NPR News: U.S. Government Sees Wave Of Catholic Leaders
U.S. Government Sees Wave Of Catholic Leaders
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with theology professor Steven Millies from the Catholic Theological Union about the current wave of Catholic representation in national government.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with theology professor Steven Millies from the Catholic Theological Union about the current wave of Catholic representation in national government.
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NPR News: Diplomats Return To State Department As Biden Administration Begins
Diplomats Return To State Department As Biden Administration Begins
Longtime diplomats were forced out or quit in protest during the Trump administration. Now, some are returning as Secretary of State-designate Tony Blinken vows to rebuild.
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Longtime diplomats were forced out or quit in protest during the Trump administration. Now, some are returning as Secretary of State-designate Tony Blinken vows to rebuild.
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NPR News: Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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NPR News: With Control Of Congress, Democrats Aim To Address Voting Rights
With Control Of Congress, Democrats Aim To Address Voting Rights
Democrats argue major voting reforms are needed to protect democracy. Now, with control of Congress and the presidency, the party will need to decide what changes are realistic.
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Democrats argue major voting reforms are needed to protect democracy. Now, with control of Congress and the presidency, the party will need to decide what changes are realistic.
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NPR News: Unpacking The Biden Administration's Coronavirus Strategy
Unpacking The Biden Administration's Coronavirus Strategy
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro and Emory University epidemiologist Carlos del Rio discuss the Biden administration's national COVID-19 strategy.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro and Emory University epidemiologist Carlos del Rio discuss the Biden administration's national COVID-19 strategy.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Will Be A Big Topic In Iran's Upcoming Elections
COVID-19 Will Be A Big Topic In Iran's Upcoming Elections
Iranians are looking at the COVID-19 crisis in their country with more fatigue than fear these days, though they wonder how it will affect upcoming elections.
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Iranians are looking at the COVID-19 crisis in their country with more fatigue than fear these days, though they wonder how it will affect upcoming elections.
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NPR News: Protests Erupt Across Russia Demanding Release Of Alexei Navalny
Protests Erupt Across Russia Demanding Release Of Alexei Navalny
Protestors marched in cities all over Russia in support of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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Protestors marched in cities all over Russia in support of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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NPR News: Colombia Has A Hippo Problem, Thanks To Pablo Escobar
Colombia Has A Hippo Problem, Thanks To Pablo Escobar
Years ago, the drug lord brought four hippos from Africa to his hideout in Colombia. Since then, they have escaped into the jungle and are rapidly breeding, threatening humans and the environment.
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Years ago, the drug lord brought four hippos from Africa to his hideout in Colombia. Since then, they have escaped into the jungle and are rapidly breeding, threatening humans and the environment.
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NPR News: Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
Yemeni Man Hopes For A Second Chance As Biden Repeals Trump's Travel Ban
A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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A Yemeni man describes how his life was derailed by the Trump administration's travel ban and hopes President Biden'a order lifting it will help him.
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NPR News: As Israelis Flock To UAE, They See A New Precedent: Peace Deals Without Giving Ground
As Israelis Flock To UAE, They See A New Precedent: Peace Deals Without Giving Ground
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's United Arab Emirates peace deal sets a precedent: Israel need not cede captured land to the Palestinians in order to win friends in the Arab world.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's United Arab Emirates peace deal sets a precedent: Israel need not cede captured land to the Palestinians in order to win friends in the Arab world.
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NPR News: As Israelis Flock To UAE, They See A New Precedent: Peace Deals Without Giving Ground
As Israelis Flock To UAE, They See A New Precedent: Peace Deals Without Giving Ground
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's United Arab Emirates peace deal sets a precedent: Israel need not cede captured land to the Palestinians in order to win friends in the Arab world.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel's United Arab Emirates peace deal sets a precedent: Israel need not cede captured land to the Palestinians in order to win friends in the Arab world.
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Saturday, 23 January 2021
NPR News: Arizona Republicans Censure Party Leaders At Odds With Trump
Arizona Republicans Censure Party Leaders At Odds With Trump
State GOP members passed resolutions at a meeting on Saturday to condemn three party leaders who they said failed to support President Trump: Gov. Doug Ducey, former Sen. Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain.
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State GOP members passed resolutions at a meeting on Saturday to condemn three party leaders who they said failed to support President Trump: Gov. Doug Ducey, former Sen. Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain.
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NPR News: What Trump's Declassified Asia Strategy May Mean For U.S.-China Relations Under Biden
What Trump's Declassified Asia Strategy May Mean For U.S.-China Relations Under Biden
Critics say by publicly releasing the document, the Trump administration was trying to bind the Biden administration to its own policies, while confirming China's worst fears about U.S. intentions.
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Critics say by publicly releasing the document, the Trump administration was trying to bind the Biden administration to its own policies, while confirming China's worst fears about U.S. intentions.
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NPR News: Loyal Dog Spent Days Waiting Outside Hospital For Sick Owner
Loyal Dog Spent Days Waiting Outside Hospital For Sick Owner
When Cemal Senturk was taken to a hospital in Turkey, his dog Boncuk proved he was truly man's best friend.
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When Cemal Senturk was taken to a hospital in Turkey, his dog Boncuk proved he was truly man's best friend.
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NPR News: Protests Planned In Russia Calling For Alexei Navalny's Release
Protests Planned In Russia Calling For Alexei Navalny's Release
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's supporters are calling for nationwide protests Saturday, a week after Navalny was arrested upon his return to Moscow.
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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's supporters are calling for nationwide protests Saturday, a week after Navalny was arrested upon his return to Moscow.
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NPR News: Life In Wuhan, One Year After The COVID-19 Outbreak Began
Life In Wuhan, One Year After The COVID-19 Outbreak Began
One year after start of the pandemic triggered a lockdown the Chinese city of Wuhan, life has largely returned to normal — at least, for some.
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One year after start of the pandemic triggered a lockdown the Chinese city of Wuhan, life has largely returned to normal — at least, for some.
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NPR News: French Wholesale Food Market Struggles To Send Food To UK Post-Brexit
French Wholesale Food Market Struggles To Send Food To UK Post-Brexit
Vendors at a giant produce market south of Paris say sending their produce to post-Brexit Britain is an expensive bureaucratic nightmare. British consumer who will suffer cutbacks in these imports.
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Vendors at a giant produce market south of Paris say sending their produce to post-Brexit Britain is an expensive bureaucratic nightmare. British consumer who will suffer cutbacks in these imports.
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NPR News: Alyda Gilkey On The Life And Legacy Of Her Son David, Who Put 'Pictures On The Radio'
Alyda Gilkey On The Life And Legacy Of Her Son David, Who Put 'Pictures On The Radio'
Gilkey died in 2016 while on assignment in Afghanistan. His mother, Alyda Gilkey, remembers the man behind the lens: an adventurous soul who had a way of putting his subjects at ease.
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Gilkey died in 2016 while on assignment in Afghanistan. His mother, Alyda Gilkey, remembers the man behind the lens: an adventurous soul who had a way of putting his subjects at ease.
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NPR News: Senators Call For Accountability From Colleagues After Capitol Riot
Senators Call For Accountability From Colleagues After Capitol Riot
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) about post-insurrection accountability of some of his Senate colleagues, and of former President Trump.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) about post-insurrection accountability of some of his Senate colleagues, and of former President Trump.
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NPR News: After Capitol Riot, Law Enforcement Officials Try To Remove Extremism From The Ranks
After Capitol Riot, Law Enforcement Officials Try To Remove Extremism From The Ranks
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Houston Police Department's Chief Art Acevedo about what can be done to root out extremism from law enforcement agencies.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Houston Police Department's Chief Art Acevedo about what can be done to root out extremism from law enforcement agencies.
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NPR News: Parents With Disabilities Face Extra Hurdles With Kids' Remote Schooling
Parents With Disabilities Face Extra Hurdles With Kids' Remote Schooling
Parents with disabilities often face extra issues with remote learning. A deaf mom whose first language is American Sign Language is navigating the challenge of monitoring her hearing child's work.
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Parents with disabilities often face extra issues with remote learning. A deaf mom whose first language is American Sign Language is navigating the challenge of monitoring her hearing child's work.
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NPR News: How Biden's Administration Is Prioritizing The COVID-19 Pandemic
How Biden's Administration Is Prioritizing The COVID-19 Pandemic
The Biden Administration is taking a far more aggressive, nationally coordinated approach to the pandemic. We hear more about how it plans to support vaccination efforts.
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The Biden Administration is taking a far more aggressive, nationally coordinated approach to the pandemic. We hear more about how it plans to support vaccination efforts.
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NPR News: Week In Politics: President Biden's First Days
Week In Politics: President Biden's First Days
We look at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, the many executive orders he's already signed and the choice he has between unity and supporting the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
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We look at the inauguration of President Joe Biden, the many executive orders he's already signed and the choice he has between unity and supporting the second impeachment of President Donald Trump.
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NPR News: What Trump's Declassified Asia Strategy May Mean For U.S.-China Relations Under Biden
What Trump's Declassified Asia Strategy May Mean For U.S.-China Relations Under Biden
Critics say by publicly releasing the document, the Trump administration was trying to bind the Biden administration to its own policies, while confirming China's worst fears about U.S. intentions.
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Critics say by publicly releasing the document, the Trump administration was trying to bind the Biden administration to its own policies, while confirming China's worst fears about U.S. intentions.
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NPR News: Loyal Dog Spent Days Waiting Outside Hospital For Sick Owner
Loyal Dog Spent Days Waiting Outside Hospital For Sick Owner
When Cemal Senturk was taken to a hospital in Turkey, his dog Boncuk proved he was truly man's best friend.
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When Cemal Senturk was taken to a hospital in Turkey, his dog Boncuk proved he was truly man's best friend.
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NPR News: Protests Planned In Russia Calling For Alexei Navalny's Release
Protests Planned In Russia Calling For Alexei Navalny's Release
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's supporters are calling for nationwide protests Saturday, a week after Navalny was arrested upon his return to Moscow.
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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's supporters are calling for nationwide protests Saturday, a week after Navalny was arrested upon his return to Moscow.
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NPR News: Life In Wuhan, One Year After The COVID-19 Outbreak Began
Life In Wuhan, One Year After The COVID-19 Outbreak Began
One year after start of the pandemic triggered a lockdown the Chinese city of Wuhan, life has largely returned to normal — at least, for some.
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One year after start of the pandemic triggered a lockdown the Chinese city of Wuhan, life has largely returned to normal — at least, for some.
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NPR News: French Wholesale Food Market Struggles To Send Food To UK Post-Brexit
French Wholesale Food Market Struggles To Send Food To UK Post-Brexit
Vendors at a giant produce market south of Paris say sending their produce to post-Brexit Britain is an expensive bureaucratic nightmare. British consumer who will suffer cutbacks in these imports.
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Vendors at a giant produce market south of Paris say sending their produce to post-Brexit Britain is an expensive bureaucratic nightmare. British consumer who will suffer cutbacks in these imports.
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NPR News: Alyda Gilkey On The Life And Legacy Of Her Son David, Who Put 'Pictures On The Radio'
Alyda Gilkey On The Life And Legacy Of Her Son David, Who Put 'Pictures On The Radio'
Gilkey died in 2016 while on assignment in Afghanistan. His mother, Alyda Gilkey, remembers the man behind the lens: an adventurous soul who had a way of putting his subjects at ease.
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Gilkey died in 2016 while on assignment in Afghanistan. His mother, Alyda Gilkey, remembers the man behind the lens: an adventurous soul who had a way of putting his subjects at ease.
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NPR News: USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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NPR News: USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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NPR News: The Vaccine Rollout Will Take Time. Here's What The U.S. Can Do Now To Save Lives
The Vaccine Rollout Will Take Time. Here's What The U.S. Can Do Now To Save Lives
With the virus still raging in the U.S., public health experts say we can't afford to just wait around for the vaccine. They share advice for what communities can do now to slow the death toll.
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With the virus still raging in the U.S., public health experts say we can't afford to just wait around for the vaccine. They share advice for what communities can do now to slow the death toll.
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NPR News: Democrats Weigh Whether Iowa Should Stay First In Line For 2024 Election
Democrats Weigh Whether Iowa Should Stay First In Line For 2024 Election
Iowa's decades-long lock on the nominating process has been under threat since last year's disastrous caucus, when results were delayed for days due in part to a faulty smartphone app.
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Iowa's decades-long lock on the nominating process has been under threat since last year's disastrous caucus, when results were delayed for days due in part to a faulty smartphone app.
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Friday, 22 January 2021
NPR News: USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
USAGM Chief Fires Trump Allies Over Radio Free Europe And Other Networks
The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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The acting head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media fired the presidents and boards over three not-for-profit international networks who were appointed by an ally of former President Trump.
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NPR News: Japan Tries To Remain Optimistic As COVID-19 Threatens To Cancel Tokyo Olympics
Japan Tries To Remain Optimistic As COVID-19 Threatens To Cancel Tokyo Olympics
Officials are swatting away rumors and reports that the government has concluded that new coronavirus restrictions will force the cancellation of the already delayed games.
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Officials are swatting away rumors and reports that the government has concluded that new coronavirus restrictions will force the cancellation of the already delayed games.
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NPR News: The Nation's Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout Plan Faces Another Obstacle
The Nation's Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout Plan Faces Another Obstacle
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout faces another bottleneck: Pfizer and Moderna may be unable to fulfill contractual promises to deliver 100 million doses a piece to the federal government by March 31.
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The COVID-19 vaccine rollout faces another bottleneck: Pfizer and Moderna may be unable to fulfill contractual promises to deliver 100 million doses a piece to the federal government by March 31.
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NPR News: Even After The Inauguration, Trump's Election Fraud Claims Persist In Parts Of U.S.
Even After The Inauguration, Trump's Election Fraud Claims Persist In Parts Of U.S.
In many rural, and more conservative corners of the country, reaction to the historic nomination of Joe Biden and the nation's first woman and minority vice president was more muted.
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In many rural, and more conservative corners of the country, reaction to the historic nomination of Joe Biden and the nation's first woman and minority vice president was more muted.
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NPR News: U.S. Military Moves To Try 3 Guantanamo Suspects Linked To Indonesia Bombings
U.S. Military Moves To Try 3 Guantanamo Suspects Linked To Indonesia Bombings
The men have been held in U.S. custody since 2003, accused of planning and helping to carry out the deadly bombing attacks at a Bali nightclub in 2002 and at a J.W. Marriott Hotel in Jakarta.
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The men have been held in U.S. custody since 2003, accused of planning and helping to carry out the deadly bombing attacks at a Bali nightclub in 2002 and at a J.W. Marriott Hotel in Jakarta.
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NPR News: Japan Tries To Remain Optimistic As COVID-19 Threatens To Cancel Tokyo Olympics
Japan Tries To Remain Optimistic As COVID-19 Threatens To Cancel Tokyo Olympics
Officials are swatting away rumors and reports that the government has concluded that new coronavirus restrictions will force the cancellation of the already delayed games.
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Officials are swatting away rumors and reports that the government has concluded that new coronavirus restrictions will force the cancellation of the already delayed games.
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NPR News: Experts Trying To Uncover Why COVID-19 Cases Are Falling In India
Experts Trying To Uncover Why COVID-19 Cases Are Falling In India
India's confirmed COVID-19 cases have plummeted. Scientists are trying to figure out why. They're studying the country's demographics, heat & humidity, and mask mandates.
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India's confirmed COVID-19 cases have plummeted. Scientists are trying to figure out why. They're studying the country's demographics, heat & humidity, and mask mandates.
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NPR News: Japan Insists Tokyo Olympic Games Will Take Place Despite Pandemic Uncertainty
Japan Insists Tokyo Olympic Games Will Take Place Despite Pandemic Uncertainty
Japan says the Tokyo Olympics will go ahead in 151 days, even with much of the country in a state of emergency due to the coronavirus.
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Japan says the Tokyo Olympics will go ahead in 151 days, even with much of the country in a state of emergency due to the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Behind Africa's Delayed Coronavirus Vaccine Access
Behind Africa's Delayed Coronavirus Vaccine Access
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former president of Liberia and co-chair of a WHO review panel, on what could be a years-long COVID-19 delay in Africa.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former president of Liberia and co-chair of a WHO review panel, on what could be a years-long COVID-19 delay in Africa.
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NPR News: 'I Have Wings Now': At Age 45, She Went Back To School
'I Have Wings Now': At Age 45, She Went Back To School
In 10th grade, Ngoc Nguyen dropped out of school in Vietnam to support her family. After earning a GED in the U.S., she told her teacher how much she appreciates the energy he gave to his students.
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In 10th grade, Ngoc Nguyen dropped out of school in Vietnam to support her family. After earning a GED in the U.S., she told her teacher how much she appreciates the energy he gave to his students.
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NPR News: Democratic Senators File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot
Democratic Senators File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot
Seven Democratic senators have formally filed a complaint with the Senate Ethics Committee to investigate GOP Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley over the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
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Seven Democratic senators have formally filed a complaint with the Senate Ethics Committee to investigate GOP Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley over the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
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NPR News: New DNC Chairman On The Next Few Years Under Biden
New DNC Chairman On The Next Few Years Under Biden
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Jaime Harrison, the new national chair of the DNC.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Jaime Harrison, the new national chair of the DNC.
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NPR News: Biden's Plans To Reopen Schools In His First 100 Days
Biden's Plans To Reopen Schools In His First 100 Days
Biden has made reopening most K-12 schools a major priority for his first 100 days and he's signed a flurry of executive orders indicating a much stronger role in federal leadership to do that safely.
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Biden has made reopening most K-12 schools a major priority for his first 100 days and he's signed a flurry of executive orders indicating a much stronger role in federal leadership to do that safely.
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NPR News: How Biden's Pandemic Plan Could Effect The Economy
How Biden's Pandemic Plan Could Effect The Economy
President Biden has outlined an aggressive plan to gain control over the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to weigh heavily on the U.S. economy.
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President Biden has outlined an aggressive plan to gain control over the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to weigh heavily on the U.S. economy.
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NPR News: 'Why Nations Fail' Authors On What The Capitol Riot Means For The Future Of The U.S.
'Why Nations Fail' Authors On What The Capitol Riot Means For The Future Of The U.S.
Planet Money talks with the authors of Why Nations Fail about whether the Capitol insurrection is a sign our nation is failing, and, if so, if there's anything we can do about it.
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Planet Money talks with the authors of Why Nations Fail about whether the Capitol insurrection is a sign our nation is failing, and, if so, if there's anything we can do about it.
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NPR News: Rep. Clyburn Wants To Make "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing" The U.S.' National Hymn
Rep. Clyburn Wants To Make "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing" The U.S.' National Hymn
For more than 100 years Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing has been known as the Black National Anthem. But Congressman James Clyburn believes it's time for it to be honored as the official National Hymn.
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For more than 100 years Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing has been known as the Black National Anthem. But Congressman James Clyburn believes it's time for it to be honored as the official National Hymn.
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NPR News: Biden Signs New Ethics Rules In First Days As President
Biden Signs New Ethics Rules In First Days As President
NPR's Noel King speaks to former White House ethics czar Norm Eisen about Biden's tough new ethics rules for his administration.
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NPR's Noel King speaks to former White House ethics czar Norm Eisen about Biden's tough new ethics rules for his administration.
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NPR News: News Brief: Vaccine Rollout, State Of The Economy, Biden's Education Plan
News Brief: Vaccine Rollout, State Of The Economy, Biden's Education Plan
The U.S.' coronavirus vaccine rollout continues to be difficult. A look at the state of the economy as Biden begins his presidency. And, Biden wants to open schools as soon as possible.
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The U.S.' coronavirus vaccine rollout continues to be difficult. A look at the state of the economy as Biden begins his presidency. And, Biden wants to open schools as soon as possible.
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NPR News: She Resisted Getting Her Kids The Usual Vaccines. Then The Pandemic Hit.
She Resisted Getting Her Kids The Usual Vaccines. Then The Pandemic Hit.
Lydia, a mother of three in Canada, was opposed getting her kids vaccinated against childhood diseases. The pandemic led her out of that movement. Getting there was a years-long search for answers.
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Lydia, a mother of three in Canada, was opposed getting her kids vaccinated against childhood diseases. The pandemic led her out of that movement. Getting there was a years-long search for answers.
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NPR News: Americans Are Moving To Escape Climate Impacts. Towns Expect More To Come
Americans Are Moving To Escape Climate Impacts. Towns Expect More To Come
Nashua, New Hampshire, expects to be a destination for people migrating away from the coasts and toward cooler temperatures. Officials say a pandemic influx has shown the need to plan for that growth.
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Nashua, New Hampshire, expects to be a destination for people migrating away from the coasts and toward cooler temperatures. Officials say a pandemic influx has shown the need to plan for that growth.
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NPR News: Experts Trying To Uncover Why COVID-19 Cases Are Falling In India
Experts Trying To Uncover Why COVID-19 Cases Are Falling In India
India's confirmed COVID-19 cases have plummeted. Scientists are trying to figure out why. They're studying the country's demographics, heat & humidity, and mask mandates.
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India's confirmed COVID-19 cases have plummeted. Scientists are trying to figure out why. They're studying the country's demographics, heat & humidity, and mask mandates.
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NPR News: Japan Insists Tokyo Olympic Games Will Take Place Despite Pandemic Uncertainty
Japan Insists Tokyo Olympic Games Will Take Place Despite Pandemic Uncertainty
Japan says the Tokyo Olympics will go ahead in 151 days, even with much of the country in a state of emergency due to the coronavirus.
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Japan says the Tokyo Olympics will go ahead in 151 days, even with much of the country in a state of emergency due to the coronavirus.
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NPR News: Behind Africa's Delayed Coronavirus Vaccine Access
Behind Africa's Delayed Coronavirus Vaccine Access
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former president of Liberia and co-chair of a WHO review panel, on what could be a years-long COVID-19 delay in Africa.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former president of Liberia and co-chair of a WHO review panel, on what could be a years-long COVID-19 delay in Africa.
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NPR News: Senate Democrats File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot
Senate Democrats File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot
The chamber has the power to expel or censure members for their conduct, though it's a rare occurrence. Only 24 have received such sanctions since 1780.
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The chamber has the power to expel or censure members for their conduct, though it's a rare occurrence. Only 24 have received such sanctions since 1780.
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Thursday, 21 January 2021
NPR News: Twin Suicide Bombings In Baghdad Market Kill And Wound Dozens
Twin Suicide Bombings In Baghdad Market Kill And Wound Dozens
Suicide bombings have been rare in the Iraqi capital since the country's military pushed out the Islamic State in 2017. The last such attack occurred three years ago.
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Suicide bombings have been rare in the Iraqi capital since the country's military pushed out the Islamic State in 2017. The last such attack occurred three years ago.
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NPR News: Portland Police Charge 8 After Demonstrators Vandalize Democratic Party Offices
Portland Police Charge 8 After Demonstrators Vandalize Democratic Party Offices
Demonstrators in Portland, Ore., on Wednesday were said to be anti-fascist protesters. They vandalized the Democratic Party of Oregon's office and held signs rejecting Biden's presidency.
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Demonstrators in Portland, Ore., on Wednesday were said to be anti-fascist protesters. They vandalized the Democratic Party of Oregon's office and held signs rejecting Biden's presidency.
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NPR News: Twin Suicide Bombings In Baghdad Market Kill And Wound Dozens
Twin Suicide Bombings In Baghdad Market Kill And Wound Dozens
Suicide bombings have been rare in the Iraqi capital since the country's military pushed out the Islamic State in 2017. The last such attack occurred three years ago.
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Suicide bombings have been rare in the Iraqi capital since the country's military pushed out the Islamic State in 2017. The last such attack occurred three years ago.
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NPR News: Biden Suspends Deportations, Stops 'Remain In Mexico' Policy
Biden Suspends Deportations, Stops 'Remain In Mexico' Policy
Under the Biden administration, the Department of Homeland Security looks set to roll back several Trump-era immigration policies and to establish a path to citizenship for immigrants.
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Under the Biden administration, the Department of Homeland Security looks set to roll back several Trump-era immigration policies and to establish a path to citizenship for immigrants.
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Wednesday, 20 January 2021
NPR News: In 'Celebrating America' Biden, Harris Urge Nation To Rise Together
In 'Celebrating America' Biden, Harris Urge Nation To Rise Together
"Will we meet the moment like our forbearers have?" the newly sworn-in president asked Americans during the star-studded inaugural celebration. "I believe we must and I believe we will."
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"Will we meet the moment like our forbearers have?" the newly sworn-in president asked Americans during the star-studded inaugural celebration. "I believe we must and I believe we will."
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NPR News: Hindus Offer Prayers For Harris In Her Grandfather's Village In Southeast India
Hindus Offer Prayers For Harris In Her Grandfather's Village In Southeast India
Kamala Harris is the first woman and the first person of color to become U.S. vice president. People in India celebrated Harris as the first person of South Asian descent to hold that office.
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Kamala Harris is the first woman and the first person of color to become U.S. vice president. People in India celebrated Harris as the first person of South Asian descent to hold that office.
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NPR News: A Look At Biden's 1st Day In Office
A Look At Biden's 1st Day In Office
On his first day in office, President Biden delivered a message of unity and signed a raft of executive actions. NPR discusses the major events of Inauguration Day.
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On his first day in office, President Biden delivered a message of unity and signed a raft of executive actions. NPR discusses the major events of Inauguration Day.
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NPR News: Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman Performs Poem She Completed After Capitol Riot
Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman Performs Poem She Completed After Capitol Riot
Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman finished her poem "The Hill We Climb" after the January 6 riot at the Capitol. We hear an excerpt from her reading today.
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Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman finished her poem "The Hill We Climb" after the January 6 riot at the Capitol. We hear an excerpt from her reading today.
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NPR News: NPR Critic Reviews TV Coverage Of Inauguration Day
NPR Critic Reviews TV Coverage Of Inauguration Day
Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris was a major TV moment, featuring stars, such as Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez. NPR reviews the television coverage of Inauguration Day events.
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Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris was a major TV moment, featuring stars, such as Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez. NPR reviews the television coverage of Inauguration Day events.
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NPR News: Biden Is President, But Some In Rural West Still Cling To False Notion That Trump Won
Biden Is President, But Some In Rural West Still Cling To False Notion That Trump Won
President Biden has been sworn in, but some people in conservative parts of the U.S. say they still believe the false notion that former President Donald Trump is the winner of the 2020 election.
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President Biden has been sworn in, but some people in conservative parts of the U.S. say they still believe the false notion that former President Donald Trump is the winner of the 2020 election.
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NPR News: Hopes For The Next 4 Years: Devoted Catholic Wants People To Do More Good
Hopes For The Next 4 Years: Devoted Catholic Wants People To Do More Good
On Inauguration Day, All Things Considered revisits some of its previous guests to find out what they hope for in the next four years. Among them is Steven Melancon, a devoted Catholic from Las Vegas.
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On Inauguration Day, All Things Considered revisits some of its previous guests to find out what they hope for in the next four years. Among them is Steven Melancon, a devoted Catholic from Las Vegas.
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NPR News: In Flurry Of Executive Orders, Biden Reverses Some Of Trump's Immigration Policies
In Flurry Of Executive Orders, Biden Reverses Some Of Trump's Immigration Policies
President Biden has signed executive orders rolling back parts of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. He also shared more details on an immigration bill he hopes Congress will pass.
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President Biden has signed executive orders rolling back parts of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. He also shared more details on an immigration bill he hopes Congress will pass.
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