Copa America Chaos After Brazilian Officials Say Decision To Host Is Not Final
Facing backlash, Brazil's leaders now say they'll make a decision whether to host the popular soccer tournament on Tuesday. The country remains one of the world's worst pandemic hot spots.
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Monday, 31 May 2021
NPR News: Copa America Chaos After Brazilian Officials Say Decision To Host Is Not Final
Copa America Chaos After Brazilian Officials Say Decision To Host Is Not Final
Facing backlash, Brazil's leaders now say they'll make a decision whether to host the popular soccer tournament on Tuesday. The country remains one of the world's worst pandemic hot spots.
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Facing backlash, Brazil's leaders now say they'll make a decision whether to host the popular soccer tournament on Tuesday. The country remains one of the world's worst pandemic hot spots.
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NPR News: Plan For Your Great National Park Trip
Plan For Your Great National Park Trip
The National Park Service expects a busy summer as the country begins to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic. Last year 237 million people flocked to national parks to escape from COVID-19.
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The National Park Service expects a busy summer as the country begins to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic. Last year 237 million people flocked to national parks to escape from COVID-19.
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NPR News: In The Wake Of Assad's Reelection, 3 Syrians Share Their Hopes And Fears
In The Wake Of Assad's Reelection, 3 Syrians Share Their Hopes And Fears
After Syria announced the expected victory of President Bashar Assad in an election widely condemned as fake, three Syrians talk about the country's future.
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After Syria announced the expected victory of President Bashar Assad in an election widely condemned as fake, three Syrians talk about the country's future.
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NPR News: Belgium Pulls Ambassador From South Korea After His Wife Allegedly Slaps Store Clerk
Belgium Pulls Ambassador From South Korea After His Wife Allegedly Slaps Store Clerk
The diplomat can't perform his duties in a "serene" way after his wife was accused of assaulting two clothing store workers, Belgium says. The country also waived her diplomatic immunity.
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The diplomat can't perform his duties in a "serene" way after his wife was accused of assaulting two clothing store workers, Belgium says. The country also waived her diplomatic immunity.
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NPR News: Belgium Pulls Ambassador From South Korea After His Wife Allegedly Slaps Store Clerk
Belgium Pulls Ambassador From South Korea After His Wife Allegedly Slaps Store Clerk
The diplomat can't perform his duties in a "serene" way after his wife was accused of assaulting two clothing store workers, Belgium says. The country also waived her diplomatic immunity.
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The diplomat can't perform his duties in a "serene" way after his wife was accused of assaulting two clothing store workers, Belgium says. The country also waived her diplomatic immunity.
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NPR News: Unlikely Israeli Political Coalition Poised To Oust Netanyahu
Unlikely Israeli Political Coalition Poised To Oust Netanyahu
An improbable coalition of right-wing and left-wing parties in Israel is racing the clock to dethrone Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
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An improbable coalition of right-wing and left-wing parties in Israel is racing the clock to dethrone Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
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NPR News: Unlikely Israeli Political Coalition Poised To Oust Netanyahu
Unlikely Israeli Political Coalition Poised To Oust Netanyahu
An improbable coalition of right-wing and left-wing parties in Israel is racing the clock to dethrone Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
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An improbable coalition of right-wing and left-wing parties in Israel is racing the clock to dethrone Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister.
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NPR News: Confronted By Aging Population China Allows Couples To Have Three Children
Confronted By Aging Population China Allows Couples To Have Three Children
Facing a declining birthrate, China will allow married couples to have up to three children. This raises the previous ceiling of two children.
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Facing a declining birthrate, China will allow married couples to have up to three children. This raises the previous ceiling of two children.
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NPR News: Confronted By Aging Population China Allows Couples To Have Three Children
Confronted By Aging Population China Allows Couples To Have Three Children
Facing a declining birthrate, China will allow married couples to have up to three children. This raises the previous ceiling of two children.
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Facing a declining birthrate, China will allow married couples to have up to three children. This raises the previous ceiling of two children.
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NPR News: In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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NPR News: Unlike 2020, Fans Turned Out This Year To Attend Indy 500
Unlike 2020, Fans Turned Out This Year To Attend Indy 500
No fans attended last year's race because of the pandemic. On Sunday, Helio Catroneves won his fourth Indianapolis 500. And for the first time, the race included a majority female team.
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No fans attended last year's race because of the pandemic. On Sunday, Helio Catroneves won his fourth Indianapolis 500. And for the first time, the race included a majority female team.
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NPR News: Restrictive Texas Voting Bill Dies After Democrats Walk Out Of Final Vote
Restrictive Texas Voting Bill Dies After Democrats Walk Out Of Final Vote
Republican lawmakers in Texas had to give up on a voting bill after Democrats walked out before a final vote. The bill contained some of the most restrictive voting measures in the country.
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Republican lawmakers in Texas had to give up on a voting bill after Democrats walked out before a final vote. The bill contained some of the most restrictive voting measures in the country.
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NPR News: Why Are Southern States Lagging In Vaccinations?
Why Are Southern States Lagging In Vaccinations?
Eight of the 10 states which have the lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates are in the South. Doctors and epidemiologists are trying to come up with ways to encourage more residents to get vaccinated.
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Eight of the 10 states which have the lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates are in the South. Doctors and epidemiologists are trying to come up with ways to encourage more residents to get vaccinated.
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NPR News: In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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NPR News: News Brief: Benjamin Netanyahu, Texas Voting Bill, Infrastructure Deadline
News Brief: Benjamin Netanyahu, Texas Voting Bill, Infrastructure Deadline
Israel's prime minister could lose his job as rivals join forces. Texas GOP gives up on a new voting bill after Democrats walk out before a final vote. Still no deal on Biden's infrastructure plan.
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Israel's prime minister could lose his job as rivals join forces. Texas GOP gives up on a new voting bill after Democrats walk out before a final vote. Still no deal on Biden's infrastructure plan.
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NPR News: In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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NPR News: Accused Of Assaults He Denies, Justin Fairfax's Run For Va. Governor Tests #MeToo
Accused Of Assaults He Denies, Justin Fairfax's Run For Va. Governor Tests #MeToo
Two years after Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax was accused of sexual assault, he remains in office and is campaigning to be the state's next governor, raising big questions about race and #MeToo.
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Two years after Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax was accused of sexual assault, he remains in office and is campaigning to be the state's next governor, raising big questions about race and #MeToo.
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NPR News: 'Black Is Beautiful' Beer By Black Brewer Helps Pour Money Into Social Justice Reform
'Black Is Beautiful' Beer By Black Brewer Helps Pour Money Into Social Justice Reform
Last year a Black-owned Texas brewery asked the craft industry to take their beer, Black is Beautiful, and use the proceeds to support equality, inclusion and social justice reform. It worked.
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Last year a Black-owned Texas brewery asked the craft industry to take their beer, Black is Beautiful, and use the proceeds to support equality, inclusion and social justice reform. It worked.
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NPR News: Seattle Names Newest Street Sweeper 'OK Broomer'
Seattle Names Newest Street Sweeper 'OK Broomer'
The punny choice was tops in the naming contest run by the Seattle Department of Transportation. The name was suggested by an 11-year-old resident. The submission got over 1,500 votes on Twitter.
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The punny choice was tops in the naming contest run by the Seattle Department of Transportation. The name was suggested by an 11-year-old resident. The submission got over 1,500 votes on Twitter.
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NPR News: Returning To Normal: 135,00 People Attended This Year's Indy 500
Returning To Normal: 135,00 People Attended This Year's Indy 500
No fans attended last year's race because of the pandemic. On Sunday, Helio Catroneves won his fourth Indianapolis 500. And for the first time, the race included a majority female team.
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No fans attended last year's race because of the pandemic. On Sunday, Helio Catroneves won his fourth Indianapolis 500. And for the first time, the race included a majority female team.
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NPR News: Restrictive Texas Voting Bill Dies After House Democrats Walk Out Of Final Vote
Restrictive Texas Voting Bill Dies After House Democrats Walk Out Of Final Vote
Republican lawmakers in Texas had to give up on a voting bill after Democrats walked out before a final vote. The bill contained some of the most restrictive voting measures in the country.
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Republican lawmakers in Texas had to give up on a voting bill after Democrats walked out before a final vote. The bill contained some of the most restrictive voting measures in the country.
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NPR News: In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
In An Attempt To Ease Sanctions, Venezuela's Maduro Reaches Out To U.S.
U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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U.S. sanctions for Venezuela's crackdown on democracy are making the country's economic crisis worse. Authoritarian President Nicolás Maduro is seeking sanctions relief from the Biden administration.
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NPR News: Why Are Southern States Lagging In Vaccinations?
Why Are Southern States Lagging In Vaccinations?
Eight of the 10 states which have the lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates are in the South. Doctors and epidemiologists are trying to come up with ways to encourage more residents to get vaccinated.
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Eight of the 10 states which have the lowest COVID-19 vaccination rates are in the South. Doctors and epidemiologists are trying to come up with ways to encourage more residents to get vaccinated.
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Sunday, 30 May 2021
NPR News: Vietnam War Nurses, Gold Star Families Honored In PBS Memorial Day Event
Vietnam War Nurses, Gold Star Families Honored In PBS Memorial Day Event
The National Memorial Day Concert broadcast online on Sunday honored fallen and overlooked heroes in uniform, with the help of noted actors who gave emotional monologues.
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The National Memorial Day Concert broadcast online on Sunday honored fallen and overlooked heroes in uniform, with the help of noted actors who gave emotional monologues.
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NPR News: Texas Democrats Walk Out, Stop Republican's Sweeping Voting Restrictions
Texas Democrats Walk Out, Stop Republican's Sweeping Voting Restrictions
The revolt torpedoed the measure which would have reduced polling hours, empowered poll watchers and scaled back ways to vote in Texas, which already has some of the nation's strictest voting laws.
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The revolt torpedoed the measure which would have reduced polling hours, empowered poll watchers and scaled back ways to vote in Texas, which already has some of the nation's strictest voting laws.
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NPR News: What An Ousted Benjamin Netanyahu Could Mean For Israel
What An Ousted Benjamin Netanyahu Could Mean For Israel
The leaders of two opposition parties in Israel say they will form a coalition government — a move that would end Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's time in power.
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The leaders of two opposition parties in Israel say they will form a coalition government — a move that would end Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's time in power.
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NPR News: Can I Just Tell You: With So Much To Mourn, We Must Allow Time To Grieve
Can I Just Tell You: With So Much To Mourn, We Must Allow Time To Grieve
A reflection on the pandemic, the Tulsa Race Massacre and grief.
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A reflection on the pandemic, the Tulsa Race Massacre and grief.
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NPR News: How We Can Acknowledge And Recognize Pandemic Grief
How We Can Acknowledge And Recognize Pandemic Grief
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ari Eisen, co-founder of the COVID Grief Network and Kristin Urquiza, co-founder of Marked by COVID, about their policies for recognizing grief after the pandemic.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ari Eisen, co-founder of the COVID Grief Network and Kristin Urquiza, co-founder of Marked by COVID, about their policies for recognizing grief after the pandemic.
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NPR News: How To Be A Citizen: The Role Of Protest
How To Be A Citizen: The Role Of Protest
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with three activists — Medea Benjamin, DeRay Mckesson and Rev. Rob Schenck — about their involvement in protest movements.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with three activists — Medea Benjamin, DeRay Mckesson and Rev. Rob Schenck — about their involvement in protest movements.
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NPR News: USAID Hack: Former NSA Official Calls U.S. Cyber Insecurity A 'Chronic Disease'
USAID Hack: Former NSA Official Calls U.S. Cyber Insecurity A 'Chronic Disease'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Glenn Gerstell, the former general counsel for the National Security Agency, about the recent cyberattack that Microsoft says targeted government agencies.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Glenn Gerstell, the former general counsel for the National Security Agency, about the recent cyberattack that Microsoft says targeted government agencies.
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NPR News: What An Ousted Benjamin Netanyahu Could Mean For Israel
What An Ousted Benjamin Netanyahu Could Mean For Israel
The leaders of two opposition parties in Israel say they will form a coalition government — a move that would end Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's time in power.
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The leaders of two opposition parties in Israel say they will form a coalition government — a move that would end Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's time in power.
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NPR News: For Memorial Day, Biden Pays Tribute To Fallen Service Members In Delaware
For Memorial Day, Biden Pays Tribute To Fallen Service Members In Delaware
The president spoke in observance of Memorial Day at the Delaware Memorial Bridge Sunday. It was also the sixth anniversary of the death of his son, Beau Biden, who had served in Iraq.
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The president spoke in observance of Memorial Day at the Delaware Memorial Bridge Sunday. It was also the sixth anniversary of the death of his son, Beau Biden, who had served in Iraq.
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NPR News: Netanyahu Could Lose PM Job As Rivals Attempt To Join Forces
Netanyahu Could Lose PM Job As Rivals Attempt To Join Forces
The head of a small hard-line party on Sunday said he would try to form a unity government with opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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The head of a small hard-line party on Sunday said he would try to form a unity government with opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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NPR News: Netanyahu Could Lose PM Job As Rivals Attempt To Join Forces
Netanyahu Could Lose PM Job As Rivals Attempt To Join Forces
The head of a small hard-line party on Sunday said he would try to form a unity government with opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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The head of a small hard-line party on Sunday said he would try to form a unity government with opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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NPR News: Boris Johnson Marries Fiancée Carrie Symonds In Private Wedding
Boris Johnson Marries Fiancée Carrie Symonds In Private Wedding
The wedding marks the prime minister's third marriage and Symonds' first.
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The wedding marks the prime minister's third marriage and Symonds' first.
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NPR News: Boris Johnson Marries Fiancée Carrie Symonds In Private Wedding
Boris Johnson Marries Fiancée Carrie Symonds In Private Wedding
The wedding marks the prime minister's third marriage and Symonds' first.
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The wedding marks the prime minister's third marriage and Symonds' first.
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NPR News: Texas GOP's New Voting Restrictions On Verge Of Approval
Texas GOP's New Voting Restrictions On Verge Of Approval
Republicans in the Texas Senate muscled one of the most restrictive new voting laws in the U.S. to the cusp of the governor's desk early Sunday.
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Republicans in the Texas Senate muscled one of the most restrictive new voting laws in the U.S. to the cusp of the governor's desk early Sunday.
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NPR News: Going On Vacation? Here's What You Need To Know About The Summer Travel Boom
Going On Vacation? Here's What You Need To Know About The Summer Travel Boom
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Erika Richter of the American Society of Travel Advisors about the increase in travel this summer.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Erika Richter of the American Society of Travel Advisors about the increase in travel this summer.
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NPR News: 2020 Saw A Boom In Gun Sales. These New Buyers Could Shape The Future Of Gun Control
2020 Saw A Boom In Gun Sales. These New Buyers Could Shape The Future Of Gun Control
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Stephen Gutowski founder of The Reload, a publication on America's firearms policy and politics about the influence of the gun rights movement.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Stephen Gutowski founder of The Reload, a publication on America's firearms policy and politics about the influence of the gun rights movement.
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NPR News: CDC Funds Project Researching Gun Violence
CDC Funds Project Researching Gun Violence
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with ER physician and Brown University researcher Megan Ranney about the continuing public health problem of gun violence.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with ER physician and Brown University researcher Megan Ranney about the continuing public health problem of gun violence.
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NPR News: Police: 2 dead, Over 20 Injured In Banquet Hall Shooting
Police: 2 dead, Over 20 Injured In Banquet Hall Shooting
The banquet hall had been rented out for a concert and authorities believe the shooting was targeted.
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The banquet hall had been rented out for a concert and authorities believe the shooting was targeted.
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NPR News: After Its Superspreader Rehearsal, A Community Choir Struggles To Sing Together Again
After Its Superspreader Rehearsal, A Community Choir Struggles To Sing Together Again
A Skagit Valley Chorale rehearsal early last year became a deadly COVID-19 superspreader event. Now, the group is figuring out how to come back together and re-forge the bonds of a community choir.
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A Skagit Valley Chorale rehearsal early last year became a deadly COVID-19 superspreader event. Now, the group is figuring out how to come back together and re-forge the bonds of a community choir.
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Saturday, 29 May 2021
NPR News: Small Plane Crashes Into Tennessee Lake; 7 Believed Dead
Small Plane Crashes Into Tennessee Lake; 7 Believed Dead
Rescue crews planned to work through the night at the scene of the crash. Rescue Capt. Joshua Sanders indicated at a news conference that there were no survivors.
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Rescue crews planned to work through the night at the scene of the crash. Rescue Capt. Joshua Sanders indicated at a news conference that there were no survivors.
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NPR News: Vietnam Detects New Highly Transmissible Coronavirus Variant
Vietnam Detects New Highly Transmissible Coronavirus Variant
Vietnam's health ministry announced the discovery of the new variant on Saturday that has characteristics of two other strains. The country is currently dealing with a recent spike in infections.
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Vietnam's health ministry announced the discovery of the new variant on Saturday that has characteristics of two other strains. The country is currently dealing with a recent spike in infections.
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NPR News: What AAPI Heritage Month Means To Ben's Chili Bowl's Sage Ali
What AAPI Heritage Month Means To Ben's Chili Bowl's Sage Ali
Sage Ali, co-owner of the iconic Washington, D.C., restaurant Ben's Chili Bowl, shares his thoughts on what Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month means to him.
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Sage Ali, co-owner of the iconic Washington, D.C., restaurant Ben's Chili Bowl, shares his thoughts on what Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month means to him.
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NPR News: NPR Turns 50: Listeners Share Life Advice
NPR Turns 50: Listeners Share Life Advice
In honor of NPR's 50th birthday, we asked listeners who have reached that milestone for some life advice.
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In honor of NPR's 50th birthday, we asked listeners who have reached that milestone for some life advice.
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NPR News: Divisive Sign Ignites Bitter Fight Over Police Reform In Appalachian Town
Divisive Sign Ignites Bitter Fight Over Police Reform In Appalachian Town
A quaint Appalachian tourist town in the North Carolina mountains has found itself embroiled in controversy over police reform.
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A quaint Appalachian tourist town in the North Carolina mountains has found itself embroiled in controversy over police reform.
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NPR News: 'Why We Hate' Author On Behavior Driving Recent Violent Attacks
'Why We Hate' Author On Behavior Driving Recent Violent Attacks
NPR's Michel Martin taks with Jack Levin of the Brudnick Center on Violence at Northeastern University, about the motivations of people who commit hate crimes and bias attacks.
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NPR's Michel Martin taks with Jack Levin of the Brudnick Center on Violence at Northeastern University, about the motivations of people who commit hate crimes and bias attacks.
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NPR News: As Controversial Maricopa County Audit Continues, Calls For Election Reviews Grow
As Controversial Maricopa County Audit Continues, Calls For Election Reviews Grow
As the election review in Arizona's Maricopa County draws wide criticism, Republicans elsewhere are looking at reviewing the 2020 count again.
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As the election review in Arizona's Maricopa County draws wide criticism, Republicans elsewhere are looking at reviewing the 2020 count again.
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NPR News: Vietnam Detects New Highly Transmissible Coronavirus Variant
Vietnam Detects New Highly Transmissible Coronavirus Variant
Vietnam's health ministry announced the discovery of the new variant on Saturday that has characteristics of two other strains. The country is currently dealing with a recent spike in infections.
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Vietnam's health ministry announced the discovery of the new variant on Saturday that has characteristics of two other strains. The country is currently dealing with a recent spike in infections.
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NPR News: The Remains Of 215 Indigenous Children Have Been Found At A Former School In Canada
The Remains Of 215 Indigenous Children Have Been Found At A Former School In Canada
The remains were discovered in a mass grave on the grounds of a former residential school that was once part of a nationwide effort to assimilate Indigenous children.
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The remains were discovered in a mass grave on the grounds of a former residential school that was once part of a nationwide effort to assimilate Indigenous children.
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NPR News: The Remains Of 215 Indigenous Children Have Been Found At A Former School In Canada
The Remains Of 215 Indigenous Children Have Been Found At A Former School In Canada
The remains were discovered in a mass grave on the grounds of a former residential school that was once part of a nationwide effort to assimilate Indigenous children.
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The remains were discovered in a mass grave on the grounds of a former residential school that was once part of a nationwide effort to assimilate Indigenous children.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The U.S. Has Banned Seafood From A Chinese Company Over Suspicions Of Forced Labor
The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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The import ban followed a year-long investigation that uncovered what officials called signs of forced labor within the company's fishing fleet, including physical violence and witholding of wages.
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NPR News: Exclusive: HUD's Marcia Fudge Says She's Ready To Fight Homelessness As Head Of Panel
Exclusive: HUD's Marcia Fudge Says She's Ready To Fight Homelessness As Head Of Panel
The nation's homeless population is expected to rise in the coming months, especially if a federal eviction moratorium ends in June.
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The nation's homeless population is expected to rise in the coming months, especially if a federal eviction moratorium ends in June.
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NPR News: Listeners Share The Stories That Stuck With Them Over 50 Years Of NPR
Listeners Share The Stories That Stuck With Them Over 50 Years Of NPR
We asked you what stories have captivated you over the years. Your responses included stories that made you laugh, gave you a chance to connect with your family and made you see the world differently.
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We asked you what stories have captivated you over the years. Your responses included stories that made you laugh, gave you a chance to connect with your family and made you see the world differently.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Russian Phishing Hack
What We Know About The Russian Phishing Hack
Experts blame Russian hackers for the latest attack — this one targeting humanitarian agencies. What can the Biden administration do to protect U.S. agencies from these supply chain hacks?
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Experts blame Russian hackers for the latest attack — this one targeting humanitarian agencies. What can the Biden administration do to protect U.S. agencies from these supply chain hacks?
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NPR News: Remembering A Veteran Who Put Aside His Struggles For Others
Remembering A Veteran Who Put Aside His Struggles For Others
The late Marine Cpl. Josh Dunne struggled with service-related traumatic brain injury and severe PTSD. At StoryCorps, his wife and sister-in-law remember his inspiring spirit and boisterous energy.
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The late Marine Cpl. Josh Dunne struggled with service-related traumatic brain injury and severe PTSD. At StoryCorps, his wife and sister-in-law remember his inspiring spirit and boisterous energy.
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NPR News: Startup Helps Those Affected By Gangs And Gun Violence Find A Way Out
Startup Helps Those Affected By Gangs And Gun Violence Find A Way Out
One small startup in Portland, Ore., is helping place former gang members and others involved in gun violence into well-paying green energy jobs.
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One small startup in Portland, Ore., is helping place former gang members and others involved in gun violence into well-paying green energy jobs.
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NPR News: The Buffet Can Stay: What The Future Of The Cruise Line Industry Looks Like
The Buffet Can Stay: What The Future Of The Cruise Line Industry Looks Like
The first post-pandemic cruise from a U.S. port will embark next month. Despite CDC measures, the go-ahead puts wind in the sails of cruise lines, which have high hopes for an in-demand industry.
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The first post-pandemic cruise from a U.S. port will embark next month. Despite CDC measures, the go-ahead puts wind in the sails of cruise lines, which have high hopes for an in-demand industry.
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NPR News: Amid Growing Anti-Asian Racism, A Call For More Research Into Its Health Effects
Amid Growing Anti-Asian Racism, A Call For More Research Into Its Health Effects
Many Asian Americans live daily with the corrosive effects of racism and racialized violence, yet there's very little research funded on Asian American health.
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Many Asian Americans live daily with the corrosive effects of racism and racialized violence, yet there's very little research funded on Asian American health.
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Friday, 28 May 2021
NPR News: White House Slaps Sanctions On Belarus Following Brazen Arrest Of Opposition Figure
White House Slaps Sanctions On Belarus Following Brazen Arrest Of Opposition Figure
The sanctions follow the nation's forced landing of a Ryanair commercial flight and the subsequent removal and arrest of opposition journalist Roman Protasevich.
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The sanctions follow the nation's forced landing of a Ryanair commercial flight and the subsequent removal and arrest of opposition journalist Roman Protasevich.
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NPR News: White House Slaps Sanctions On Belarus Following Brazen Arrest Of Opposition Figure
White House Slaps Sanctions On Belarus Following Brazen Arrest Of Opposition Figure
The sanctions follow the nation's forced landing of a Ryanair commercial flight and the subsequent removal and arrest of opposition journalist Roman Protasevich.
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The sanctions follow the nation's forced landing of a Ryanair commercial flight and the subsequent removal and arrest of opposition journalist Roman Protasevich.
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NPR News: Sheriff Says The Rail Yard Shooting Suspect Stockpiled Guns And Ammo At His Home
Sheriff Says The Rail Yard Shooting Suspect Stockpiled Guns And Ammo At His Home
Investigators found 12 guns, more than 20,000 rounds of ammunition, cans of gasoline and suspected Molotov cocktails at Samuel James Cassidy's house, the Santa Clara County sheriff's office said.
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Investigators found 12 guns, more than 20,000 rounds of ammunition, cans of gasoline and suspected Molotov cocktails at Samuel James Cassidy's house, the Santa Clara County sheriff's office said.
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NPR News: Japan Just Extended Its 3rd State Of Emergency Weeks Before The Olympics Begin
Japan Just Extended Its 3rd State Of Emergency Weeks Before The Olympics Begin
Even though polls show the great majority of Japanese want to cancel the Tokyo Summer Olympics because of the risk of COVID-19 infections, Japan's prime minister insists the games will go on.
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Even though polls show the great majority of Japanese want to cancel the Tokyo Summer Olympics because of the risk of COVID-19 infections, Japan's prime minister insists the games will go on.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Apparent Russian Hack Exploiting A U.S. Aid Agency
What We Know About The Apparent Russian Hack Exploiting A U.S. Aid Agency
News of the attack, which targets emails made to look like they came from USAID, comes less than three weeks before President Biden is slated to hold a summit with President Vladimir Putin.
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News of the attack, which targets emails made to look like they came from USAID, comes less than three weeks before President Biden is slated to hold a summit with President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Apparent Russian Hack Exploiting A U.S. Aid Agency
What We Know About The Apparent Russian Hack Exploiting A U.S. Aid Agency
News of the attack, which targets emails made to look like they came from USAID, comes less than three weeks before President Biden is slated to hold a summit with President Vladimir Putin.
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News of the attack, which targets emails made to look like they came from USAID, comes less than three weeks before President Biden is slated to hold a summit with President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Japan Just Extended Its 3rd State Of Emergency Weeks Before The Olympics Begin
Japan Just Extended Its 3rd State Of Emergency Weeks Before The Olympics Begin
Even though polls show the great majority of Japanese want to cancel the Tokyo Summer Olympics because of the risk of COVID-19 infections, Japan's prime minister insists the games will go on.
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Even though polls show the great majority of Japanese want to cancel the Tokyo Summer Olympics because of the risk of COVID-19 infections, Japan's prime minister insists the games will go on.
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NPR News: Spain's New Postage Stamps Were Meant To Call Out Racism. Instead They Drew Outrage
Spain's New Postage Stamps Were Meant To Call Out Racism. Instead They Drew Outrage
Spain's postal service issued a set of four stamps in different skin-colored tones. The darker the stamp, the lower the price. The controversial effort was meant to highlight racial inequality.
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Spain's postal service issued a set of four stamps in different skin-colored tones. The darker the stamp, the lower the price. The controversial effort was meant to highlight racial inequality.
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NPR News: Reciting Poetry Earns South Dakota Teenager A National Prize
Reciting Poetry Earns South Dakota Teenager A National Prize
Rahele Megosha, a senior at Washington High School in Sioux Falls, won the 2021 Poetry Out Loud prize on Thursday. The award is given by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Poetry Foundation.
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Rahele Megosha, a senior at Washington High School in Sioux Falls, won the 2021 Poetry Out Loud prize on Thursday. The award is given by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Poetry Foundation.
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NPR News: Spain's New Postage Stamps Were Meant To Call Out Racism. Instead They Drew Outrage
Spain's New Postage Stamps Were Meant To Call Out Racism. Instead They Drew Outrage
Spain's postal service issued a set of four stamps in different skin-colored tones. The darker the stamp, the lower the price. The controversial effort was meant to highlight racial inequality.
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Spain's postal service issued a set of four stamps in different skin-colored tones. The darker the stamp, the lower the price. The controversial effort was meant to highlight racial inequality.
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NPR News: Employers Can (Mostly) Require Vaccines For Workers Returning To The Office
Employers Can (Mostly) Require Vaccines For Workers Returning To The Office
Guidance from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says employers can legally require workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine before returning to the office. But workers can claim exceptions.
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Guidance from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says employers can legally require workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine before returning to the office. But workers can claim exceptions.
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NPR News: Months After Texas Blackouts, Critics Say Lawmakers Aren't Doing Enough
Months After Texas Blackouts, Critics Say Lawmakers Aren't Doing Enough
After February's deadly blackout, Texas lawmakers are taking steps to protect energy infrastructure from a cold freeze. But critics say they're not going far enough to prevent another disaster.
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After February's deadly blackout, Texas lawmakers are taking steps to protect energy infrastructure from a cold freeze. But critics say they're not going far enough to prevent another disaster.
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NPR News: Marcia Fudge Picked To Head U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness
Marcia Fudge Picked To Head U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness
The agency's focus will be different from the Trump administration, which fired the head of the interagency council on homelessness and replaced him with an advocate for a more punitive approach.
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The agency's focus will be different from the Trump administration, which fired the head of the interagency council on homelessness and replaced him with an advocate for a more punitive approach.
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NPR News: Senate Republicans, White House Move Closer To Infrastructure Deal
Senate Republicans, White House Move Closer To Infrastructure Deal
The White House says a new counteroffer from Senate Republicans on funding for roads and bridges is encouraging, but there are still a lot of hurdles to overcome before reaching a deal.
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The White House says a new counteroffer from Senate Republicans on funding for roads and bridges is encouraging, but there are still a lot of hurdles to overcome before reaching a deal.
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NPR News: Homebuyers Squeezed As Western States See Prices Double Or More In Last Decade
Homebuyers Squeezed As Western States See Prices Double Or More In Last Decade
The pandemic has made the housing market even tighter in the mountain West, where first-time buyers are trying to decide whether this is just the future or a bubble headed eventually for a bust.
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The pandemic has made the housing market even tighter in the mountain West, where first-time buyers are trying to decide whether this is just the future or a bubble headed eventually for a bust.
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NPR News: The Year We Learned to Cook Seafood At Home, And Sent Prices Soaring
The Year We Learned to Cook Seafood At Home, And Sent Prices Soaring
A lot of Americans learned to shuck oysters and cook fish at home during the pandemic. Now that restaurants are getting back to normal, there's a supply crunch.
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A lot of Americans learned to shuck oysters and cook fish at home during the pandemic. Now that restaurants are getting back to normal, there's a supply crunch.
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NPR News: Travel Tips For Your Post-Vaccination Memorial Day Weekend
Travel Tips For Your Post-Vaccination Memorial Day Weekend
COVID cases are down, half of the country is at least partially vaccinated and the wanderlust has struck. But the rebound could also mean new challenges for your getaway. Here's how to avoid them.
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COVID cases are down, half of the country is at least partially vaccinated and the wanderlust has struck. But the rebound could also mean new challenges for your getaway. Here's how to avoid them.
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NPR News: A Path To Peace: How A Former Navy Corpsman Honors His Fallen Friends On Memorial Day
A Path To Peace: How A Former Navy Corpsman Honors His Fallen Friends On Memorial Day
In Afghanistan, Ralph "AK" Angkiangco was a medic with a Marine platoon that suffered terrible casualties. For years, the holiday was a time to drink and forget, not remember. This year is different.
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In Afghanistan, Ralph "AK" Angkiangco was a medic with a Marine platoon that suffered terrible casualties. For years, the holiday was a time to drink and forget, not remember. This year is different.
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NPR News: San Jose Community Mourns 9 Killed In Rail Yard Shooting
San Jose Community Mourns 9 Killed In Rail Yard Shooting
The city of San Jose held a vigil last night to remember the lives of the 9 victims of the transit facility shooting earlier this week.
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The city of San Jose held a vigil last night to remember the lives of the 9 victims of the transit facility shooting earlier this week.
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NPR News: What You Need To Know About Biden's Budget
What You Need To Know About Biden's Budget
Biden plans to unveil a budget Friday showing a huge expansion of spending. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Maya MacGuineas of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget about what we know.
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Biden plans to unveil a budget Friday showing a huge expansion of spending. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Maya MacGuineas of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget about what we know.
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NPR News: Breweries Are Facing A Reckoning Amid Accusations Of Harassment, Racism
Breweries Are Facing A Reckoning Amid Accusations Of Harassment, Racism
When a brewery worker went to Instagram to complain about sexual harassment in her workplace, thousands of other women – and a few men – chimed in with their stories.
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When a brewery worker went to Instagram to complain about sexual harassment in her workplace, thousands of other women – and a few men – chimed in with their stories.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Infrastructure Debate, Coronavirus Origins, Pandemic Optimism
Morning News Brief: Infrastructure Debate, Coronavirus Origins, Pandemic Optimism
Democrats are rejecting the GOP's infrastructure counter-proposal. Biden ordered an investigation into the coronavirus origins. And, travel is up for Memorial Day as pandemic restrictions ease.
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Democrats are rejecting the GOP's infrastructure counter-proposal. Biden ordered an investigation into the coronavirus origins. And, travel is up for Memorial Day as pandemic restrictions ease.
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NPR News: Encore: This Memorial Day, Remembering The Overlooked Heroes
Encore: This Memorial Day, Remembering The Overlooked Heroes
At StoryCorps, a mother remembers her son, an Army specialist who died by suicide in 2012. His wounds may not have been immediate or physical, she said, but war gave him a "sad heart."
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At StoryCorps, a mother remembers her son, an Army specialist who died by suicide in 2012. His wounds may not have been immediate or physical, she said, but war gave him a "sad heart."
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NPR News: Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leaders Get Prison Sentences For A 2019 Protest
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leaders Get Prison Sentences For A 2019 Protest
The ten veteran activists will serve up to three years in prison as China continues punishing the organizers of the regionwide demonstrations against Beijing's rule in 2019.
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The ten veteran activists will serve up to three years in prison as China continues punishing the organizers of the regionwide demonstrations against Beijing's rule in 2019.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leaders Get Prison Sentences For A 2019 Protest
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Leaders Get Prison Sentences For A 2019 Protest
The ten veteran activists will serve up to three years in prison as China continues punishing the organizers of the regionwide demonstrations against Beijing's rule in 2019.
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The ten veteran activists will serve up to three years in prison as China continues punishing the organizers of the regionwide demonstrations against Beijing's rule in 2019.
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Thursday, 27 May 2021
NPR News: In Cases Of Vaccine Failure, CDC To Focus On Those Who Get Hospitalized Or Die
In Cases Of Vaccine Failure, CDC To Focus On Those Who Get Hospitalized Or Die
The CDC has decided that the focus of investigations of cases in which COVID-19 vaccines fail will be on people who get hospitalized or die — but critics say that's short-sighted.
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The CDC has decided that the focus of investigations of cases in which COVID-19 vaccines fail will be on people who get hospitalized or die — but critics say that's short-sighted.
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NPR News: San Jose Shooting: Victims' Names Released, Gunman Set Fire To His Own Home
San Jose Shooting: Victims' Names Released, Gunman Set Fire To His Own Home
Santa Clara County said a ninth victim in Wednesday's shooting died in a hospital. This brings the death toll to 10, including the gunman.
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Santa Clara County said a ninth victim in Wednesday's shooting died in a hospital. This brings the death toll to 10, including the gunman.
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NPR News: How Religion, Education, Race And Media Consumption Shape Conspiracy Theory Beliefs
How Religion, Education, Race And Media Consumption Shape Conspiracy Theory Beliefs
A new survey from the polling firm PRRI breaks down conspiracy theory acceptance by religious group, level of education, and sources of news and information, among other things.
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A new survey from the polling firm PRRI breaks down conspiracy theory acceptance by religious group, level of education, and sources of news and information, among other things.
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NPR News: Colorado Becomes First State To Ban Legacy College Admissions
Colorado Becomes First State To Ban Legacy College Admissions
Colorado has become the first state to do away legacy admissions in public colleges. The governor also ended a requirement that public colleges consider SAT or ACT scores for freshmen.
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Colorado has become the first state to do away legacy admissions in public colleges. The governor also ended a requirement that public colleges consider SAT or ACT scores for freshmen.
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NPR News: France's Macron Admits Some Guilt For Rwanda's Genocide
France's Macron Admits Some Guilt For Rwanda's Genocide
French President Emmanuel Macron solemnly detailed how France had failed the 800,000 victims of the genocide but he stopped short of an apology.
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French President Emmanuel Macron solemnly detailed how France had failed the 800,000 victims of the genocide but he stopped short of an apology.
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NPR News: Christine Wormuth Makes History As The 1st Female Secretary Of The Army
Christine Wormuth Makes History As The 1st Female Secretary Of The Army
The U.S. Senate confirmed Wormuth as Army secretary Thursday morning. She joins many other women in senior national security positions in the Biden administration.
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The U.S. Senate confirmed Wormuth as Army secretary Thursday morning. She joins many other women in senior national security positions in the Biden administration.
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NPR News: France's Macron Admits Some Guilt For Rwanda's Genocide
France's Macron Admits Some Guilt For Rwanda's Genocide
French President Emmanuel Macron solemnly detailed how France had failed the 800,000 victims of the genocide but he stopped short of an apology.
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French President Emmanuel Macron solemnly detailed how France had failed the 800,000 victims of the genocide but he stopped short of an apology.
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NPR News: San Jose Mayor Sketches Out Timeline And Details In Deadly Rail Yard Shooting
San Jose Mayor Sketches Out Timeline And Details In Deadly Rail Yard Shooting
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo about Wednesday's deadly rail yard shooting. A gunman opened fire killing nine people in the California city.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo about Wednesday's deadly rail yard shooting. A gunman opened fire killing nine people in the California city.
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NPR News: Fired After Calling 911 On A Black Bird-Watcher, Amy Cooper Sues For Discrimination
Fired After Calling 911 On A Black Bird-Watcher, Amy Cooper Sues For Discrimination
Amy Cooper filed a federal lawsuit against her former employer, saying the company never investigated the incident that led to her firing – the confrontation between her and Christian Cooper.
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Amy Cooper filed a federal lawsuit against her former employer, saying the company never investigated the incident that led to her firing – the confrontation between her and Christian Cooper.
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NPR News: Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR News: Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR News: Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
Every Possible Explanation For COVID-19 Should Be Investigated, Expert Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to infectious disease expert Dr. Céline Gounder, who served on President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, about the theories surrounding the origins of the pandemic.
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NPR News: International Travel Opens To The Vaccinated, But How Do You Prove You Got The Shot?
International Travel Opens To The Vaccinated, But How Do You Prove You Got The Shot?
There's no universal digital passport yet, it's not clear exactly what kind of proof will be accepted, and paper vaccination cards can be easily forged, damaged or lost.
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There's no universal digital passport yet, it's not clear exactly what kind of proof will be accepted, and paper vaccination cards can be easily forged, damaged or lost.
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NPR News: Examining American Jews' Relationship With Israel, Zionism
Examining American Jews' Relationship With Israel, Zionism
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rabbi Miriam Grossman of congregation Kolot Chayeinu in Brooklyn, N.Y., about the changing stances congregants have on Israel and Zionism.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rabbi Miriam Grossman of congregation Kolot Chayeinu in Brooklyn, N.Y., about the changing stances congregants have on Israel and Zionism.
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NPR News: 'Dear Son': How A Mom's Letter Inspired A Graduation Speech — From Prison
'Dear Son': How A Mom's Letter Inspired A Graduation Speech — From Prison
A student who has been incarcerated for more than 10 years delivers a graduation speech about forgiveness, perseverance and making the most of a future he sees as rich with potential.
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A student who has been incarcerated for more than 10 years delivers a graduation speech about forgiveness, perseverance and making the most of a future he sees as rich with potential.
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NPR News: Why We're Seeing A Spike In Workplace Shootings
Why We're Seeing A Spike In Workplace Shootings
Although they're still a statistical anomaly, one explanation for the latest uptick in killings is that with the COVID-19 pandemic, perpetrators have had time to plan their attacks, one expert says.
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Although they're still a statistical anomaly, one explanation for the latest uptick in killings is that with the COVID-19 pandemic, perpetrators have had time to plan their attacks, one expert says.
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NPR News: Former Penn State President To Serve Jail Time In Jerry Sandusky Child Abuse Scandal
Former Penn State President To Serve Jail Time In Jerry Sandusky Child Abuse Scandal
Graham Spanier must report to a Pennsylvania jail in July to serve at least two months behind bars. He must also serve two months of house arrest.
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Graham Spanier must report to a Pennsylvania jail in July to serve at least two months behind bars. He must also serve two months of house arrest.
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NPR News: 9 Victims Killed At San Jose Rail Yard In Country's Latest Mass Shooting
9 Victims Killed At San Jose Rail Yard In Country's Latest Mass Shooting
Ten people are dead, including the alleged gunman, in a workplace shooting in San Jose, Calif. Authorities say all the victims were employees of the local transit authority.
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Ten people are dead, including the alleged gunman, in a workplace shooting in San Jose, Calif. Authorities say all the victims were employees of the local transit authority.
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NPR News: K-Pop Group BTS And McDonald's Launch Exclusive Meal And Clothing Line
K-Pop Group BTS And McDonald's Launch Exclusive Meal And Clothing Line
The meal includes Chicken McNuggets, a medium order of french fries, a medium Coke and two new sauces inspired by McDonald's South Korea.
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The meal includes Chicken McNuggets, a medium order of french fries, a medium Coke and two new sauces inspired by McDonald's South Korea.
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NPR News: News Brief: COVID Origin Probe, The Future Of Oil, Calif. Mass Shooting
News Brief: COVID Origin Probe, The Future Of Oil, Calif. Mass Shooting
Biden asks intelligence agencies to push for stronger conclusion to COVID-19 origins. Big oil firms face seismic shifts in how they do business. Shooter kills eight people at San Jose rail yard.
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Biden asks intelligence agencies to push for stronger conclusion to COVID-19 origins. Big oil firms face seismic shifts in how they do business. Shooter kills eight people at San Jose rail yard.
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NPR News: For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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NPR News: U.S. Army Officials Are Updating The Allowed Hairstyles For Women
U.S. Army Officials Are Updating The Allowed Hairstyles For Women
The Army has eased restrictions on female hairstyles like loose ponytails and braids. Women in uniform say the changes make them healthier, happier and better soldiers.
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The Army has eased restrictions on female hairstyles like loose ponytails and braids. Women in uniform say the changes make them healthier, happier and better soldiers.
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NPR News: For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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NPR News: For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
For Americans With Family In Israel And Gaza, The Conflict Hit Home — And Still Does
Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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Many stayed in constant touch with their loved ones during the hostilities. And despite the ceasefire, their fears and feelings about a conflict thousands of miles away are still raw.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2021
NPR News: Central Park 'Exonerated 5' Member Reflects On Freedom And Forgiveness
Central Park 'Exonerated 5' Member Reflects On Freedom And Forgiveness
In 1990, Yusef Salaam was one of the five boys wrongly convicted in the so-called Central Park jogger case. They weren't exonerated until 2002. Salaam tells his story in Better, Not Bitter.
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In 1990, Yusef Salaam was one of the five boys wrongly convicted in the so-called Central Park jogger case. They weren't exonerated until 2002. Salaam tells his story in Better, Not Bitter.
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NPR News: Millions Of Syrians Won't Be Able To Vote In Their Election Today
Millions Of Syrians Won't Be Able To Vote In Their Election Today
The dictator's choice of voting location "is sending a message telling the opposition that we are celebrating through your demise," one Syrian analyst tells NPR.
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The dictator's choice of voting location "is sending a message telling the opposition that we are celebrating through your demise," one Syrian analyst tells NPR.
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NPR News: Multiple Deaths Are Reported In A Shooting At A San Jose, Calif., Railyard
Multiple Deaths Are Reported In A Shooting At A San Jose, Calif., Railyard
A Santa Clara County sheriff's spokesman said there were multiple fatalities and injuries and that the suspect is dead in a shooting at a light rail facility near the San Jose International Airport.
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A Santa Clara County sheriff's spokesman said there were multiple fatalities and injuries and that the suspect is dead in a shooting at a light rail facility near the San Jose International Airport.
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NPR News: Opioid Trial In West Virginia Comes Amid National Reckoning For Big Pharma
Opioid Trial In West Virginia Comes Amid National Reckoning For Big Pharma
Drug distributors have faced embarrassing revelations about their internal practices. One email shared by corporate executives described rural Americans addicted to opioids as "pillbillies."
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Drug distributors have faced embarrassing revelations about their internal practices. One email shared by corporate executives described rural Americans addicted to opioids as "pillbillies."
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NPR News: COVID-19 Has Pushed India's Junior Doctors To Their Limits
COVID-19 Has Pushed India's Junior Doctors To Their Limits
They're treating as many as 200 patients a day. Many have seen more suffering than they expected in an entire career. A psychiatrist warns this will be "a generation of doctors who are traumatized."
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They're treating as many as 200 patients a day. Many have seen more suffering than they expected in an entire career. A psychiatrist warns this will be "a generation of doctors who are traumatized."
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NPR News: COVID-19 Has Pushed India's Junior Doctors To Their Limits
COVID-19 Has Pushed India's Junior Doctors To Their Limits
They're treating as many as 200 patients a day. Many have seen more suffering than they expected in an entire career. A psychiatrist warns this will be "a generation of doctors who are traumatized."
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They're treating as many as 200 patients a day. Many have seen more suffering than they expected in an entire career. A psychiatrist warns this will be "a generation of doctors who are traumatized."
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NPR News: In Landmark Case, Dutch Court Orders Shell To Cut Its Carbon Emissions Faster
In Landmark Case, Dutch Court Orders Shell To Cut Its Carbon Emissions Faster
Thousands of Dutch citizens joined environmental groups to charge the oil giant with endangering lives. The first of its kind decision could pressure other companies to take aggressive climate action.
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Thousands of Dutch citizens joined environmental groups to charge the oil giant with endangering lives. The first of its kind decision could pressure other companies to take aggressive climate action.
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NPR News: Longtime GOP Sen. John Warner of Virginia Dies At 94
Longtime GOP Sen. John Warner of Virginia Dies At 94
Warner served for 30 years in the Senate and established himself at the center of American politics. The Republican initially became famous when he married actress Elizabeth Taylor.
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Warner served for 30 years in the Senate and established himself at the center of American politics. The Republican initially became famous when he married actress Elizabeth Taylor.
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NPR News: Read This Powerful Statement From Darnella Frazier, Who Filmed George Floyd's Murder
Read This Powerful Statement From Darnella Frazier, Who Filmed George Floyd's Murder
"If it weren't for my video, the world wouldn't have known the truth. I own that," says Frazier, who was 17 at the time. "It made me realize how dangerous it is to be Black in America."
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"If it weren't for my video, the world wouldn't have known the truth. I own that," says Frazier, who was 17 at the time. "It made me realize how dangerous it is to be Black in America."
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NPR News: In Landmark Case, Dutch Court Orders Shell To Cut Its Carbon Emissions Faster
In Landmark Case, Dutch Court Orders Shell To Cut Its Carbon Emissions Faster
Thousands of Dutch citizens joined environmental groups to charge the oil giant with endangering lives. The first of its kind decision could pressure other companies to take aggressive climate action.
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Thousands of Dutch citizens joined environmental groups to charge the oil giant with endangering lives. The first of its kind decision could pressure other companies to take aggressive climate action.
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NPR News: A Moment Or A Movement? Black Bookstore Owners On Business One Year Later
A Moment Or A Movement? Black Bookstore Owners On Business One Year Later
After last summer's surge in anti-racist book sales, NPR spoke to three Black bookstore owners across the country to ask if customers are still engaged with their businesses and anti-racist reading.
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After last summer's surge in anti-racist book sales, NPR spoke to three Black bookstore owners across the country to ask if customers are still engaged with their businesses and anti-racist reading.
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NPR News: If You Didn't Look Up This Morning, Here's What You Missed
If You Didn't Look Up This Morning, Here's What You Missed
The supermoon — the Super Flower Blood Moon, to be exact — brought the first total lunar eclipse in nearly two and a half years.
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The supermoon — the Super Flower Blood Moon, to be exact — brought the first total lunar eclipse in nearly two and a half years.
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NPR News: If You Didn't Look Up This Morning, Here's What You Missed
If You Didn't Look Up This Morning, Here's What You Missed
The supermoon — the Super Flower Blood Moon, to be exact — brought the first total lunar eclipse in nearly two and a half years.
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The supermoon — the Super Flower Blood Moon, to be exact — brought the first total lunar eclipse in nearly two and a half years.
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NPR News: Amazon Makes Deal To Buy MGM For Nearly $8.5 Billion
Amazon Makes Deal To Buy MGM For Nearly $8.5 Billion
It's the second largest acquisition for Amazon after purchasing Whole Foods — and its biggest move into entertainment.
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It's the second largest acquisition for Amazon after purchasing Whole Foods — and its biggest move into entertainment.
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NPR News: A Florida Firefighting Helicopter Crashed, And No Survivors Have Been Found
A Florida Firefighting Helicopter Crashed, And No Survivors Have Been Found
The helicopter with four people on board crashed into a central Florida marsh during a training exercise. One body was recovered, and four people were on board during the training.
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The helicopter with four people on board crashed into a central Florida marsh during a training exercise. One body was recovered, and four people were on board during the training.
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NPR News: Europe Wants Social Media Giants To Do More To Stop Disinformation
Europe Wants Social Media Giants To Do More To Stop Disinformation
The executive branch of the European Union is asking Facebook, Google, Twitter and others to provide details on how they are responding to disinformation on their platforms.
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The executive branch of the European Union is asking Facebook, Google, Twitter and others to provide details on how they are responding to disinformation on their platforms.
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NPR News: Europe Wants Social Media Giants To Do More To Stop Disinformation
Europe Wants Social Media Giants To Do More To Stop Disinformation
The executive branch of the European Union is asking Facebook, Google, and Twitter to provide details on how they are responding to disinformation on their platforms.
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The executive branch of the European Union is asking Facebook, Google, and Twitter to provide details on how they are responding to disinformation on their platforms.
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NPR News: N.Y. Hospital, Schools Aim To Improve Kids' Access To Mental Health Provider
N.Y. Hospital, Schools Aim To Improve Kids' Access To Mental Health Provider
As rates of anxiety, depression and suicide in children have been rising in recent years, only 20% of kids have access to mental health care. To change that, a hospital joined with school districts.
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As rates of anxiety, depression and suicide in children have been rising in recent years, only 20% of kids have access to mental health care. To change that, a hospital joined with school districts.
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NPR News: News Brief: Manhattan Trump Probe, Pipeline Security, Opioid Trial
News Brief: Manhattan Trump Probe, Pipeline Security, Opioid Trial
A new grand jury will hear evidence in the Trump probe. DHS reportedly will issue first cybersecurity regulations for pipelines. Three drug distributors on trial in West Virginia over opioid crisis.
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A new grand jury will hear evidence in the Trump probe. DHS reportedly will issue first cybersecurity regulations for pipelines. Three drug distributors on trial in West Virginia over opioid crisis.
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NPR News: Women Left Their Jobs To Be Caregivers. A Business Coalition Wants Companies To Help
Women Left Their Jobs To Be Caregivers. A Business Coalition Wants Companies To Help
More women than men left the workforce during the pandemic, many because they had to care for children. A business council wants companies to take the lead in expanding child care and elder care.
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More women than men left the workforce during the pandemic, many because they had to care for children. A business council wants companies to take the lead in expanding child care and elder care.
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NPR News: South Carolina Settles Over Wrongful Death Of Jamal Sutherland
South Carolina Settles Over Wrongful Death Of Jamal Sutherland
Commissioners in Charleston County, S.C., voted unanimously on Tuesday to pay $10 million to settle the case of a man killed by authorities in a detention center earlier this year.
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Commissioners in Charleston County, S.C., voted unanimously on Tuesday to pay $10 million to settle the case of a man killed by authorities in a detention center earlier this year.
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NPR News: Mideast Violence Tests The Relationships That Interfaith Groups Work Hard To Build
Mideast Violence Tests The Relationships That Interfaith Groups Work Hard To Build
The fighting between Israel and Hamas is straining U.S. interfaith groups, even during the cease-fire. They've lost some members because of the pressure. But others are forging ahead.
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The fighting between Israel and Hamas is straining U.S. interfaith groups, even during the cease-fire. They've lost some members because of the pressure. But others are forging ahead.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2021
NPR News: A New Grand Jury Will Hear Evidence In The Trump Investigation
A New Grand Jury Will Hear Evidence In The Trump Investigation
The development signals that the Manhattan district attorney's office was moving toward seeking charges. The probe has looked at matters related to taxes including property valuations.
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The development signals that the Manhattan district attorney's office was moving toward seeking charges. The probe has looked at matters related to taxes including property valuations.
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NPR News: United Holds Drawings For Free Flights For Those Who Get The Shot
United Holds Drawings For Free Flights For Those Who Get The Shot
Companies and local governments — in what is perhaps a mix of commercial interest and civic-minded altruism — are offering prizes to encourage vaccination. United Airlines is the latest to do so.
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Companies and local governments — in what is perhaps a mix of commercial interest and civic-minded altruism — are offering prizes to encourage vaccination. United Airlines is the latest to do so.
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NPR News: Parents In Gaza And Israel Are Doing Their Best To Shield Kids From The Trauma Of War
Parents In Gaza And Israel Are Doing Their Best To Shield Kids From The Trauma Of War
Parents on both sides had to find ways to try and protect their children. "Yes, the ceasefire has been enforced. But how are we going to deal with children traumatized by this?" asks a mother in Gaza.
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Parents on both sides had to find ways to try and protect their children. "Yes, the ceasefire has been enforced. But how are we going to deal with children traumatized by this?" asks a mother in Gaza.
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NPR News: Biden Just Purged The Arts Commission That Advises Congress On Public Architecture
Biden Just Purged The Arts Commission That Advises Congress On Public Architecture
Chairman Justin Shubow helped craft President Trump's controversial executive order aiming to promote neo-classical architecture for federal buildings — that Biden revoked in February.
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Chairman Justin Shubow helped craft President Trump's controversial executive order aiming to promote neo-classical architecture for federal buildings — that Biden revoked in February.
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NPR News: Parents In Gaza And Israel Are Doing Their Best To Shield Kids From The Trauma Of War
Parents In Gaza And Israel Are Doing Their Best To Shield Kids From The Trauma Of War
Parents on both sides had to find ways to try and protect their children. "Yes, the ceasefire has been enforced. But how are we going to deal with children traumatized by this?" asks a mother in Gaza.
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Parents on both sides had to find ways to try and protect their children. "Yes, the ceasefire has been enforced. But how are we going to deal with children traumatized by this?" asks a mother in Gaza.
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NPR News: Biden And Putin Are Going To Meet In Geneva On June 16
Biden And Putin Are Going To Meet In Geneva On June 16
President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face in Switzerland on June 16, according to a source familiar with the decision.
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President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face in Switzerland on June 16, according to a source familiar with the decision.
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NPR News: 6 Charts That Dismantle The Trope Of Asian Americans As A Model Minority
6 Charts That Dismantle The Trope Of Asian Americans As A Model Minority
For years, the myth about Asian Americans and their perceived collective success has been used as a racial wedge. Here's a look at some common misconceptions driven by the "model minority" myth.
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For years, the myth about Asian Americans and their perceived collective success has been used as a racial wedge. Here's a look at some common misconceptions driven by the "model minority" myth.
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NPR News: President Biden Wants To Replace All Lead Pipes. Flint Has Lessons To Share
President Biden Wants To Replace All Lead Pipes. Flint Has Lessons To Share
Flint has been synonymous with lead in drinking water. The city's experience replacing lead pipes shows the promise and challenges of the Biden proposal to get rid of all the country's lead pipes.
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Flint has been synonymous with lead in drinking water. The city's experience replacing lead pipes shows the promise and challenges of the Biden proposal to get rid of all the country's lead pipes.
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NPR News: Biden And Putin Are Going To Meet In Geneva On June 16
Biden And Putin Are Going To Meet In Geneva On June 16
President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face in Switzerland on June 16, according to a source familiar with the decision.
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President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face in Switzerland on June 16, according to a source familiar with the decision.
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NPR News: Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe And Effective For Teens, Company Says
Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe And Effective For Teens, Company Says
Moderna will ask the Food and Drug Administration to authorize its vaccine for kids from age 12 to 17 in early June, the company's CEO says.
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Moderna will ask the Food and Drug Administration to authorize its vaccine for kids from age 12 to 17 in early June, the company's CEO says.
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NPR News: 3 Reasons Why The Arrest Of A Journalist By Belarus Is Troubling
3 Reasons Why The Arrest Of A Journalist By Belarus Is Troubling
The arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich, who was seized from a flight that was forced down by Belarusian authorities, is being called an act of state terrorism and air piracy.
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The arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich, who was seized from a flight that was forced down by Belarusian authorities, is being called an act of state terrorism and air piracy.
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NPR News: Encore: 2 Retired Minnesota Police Officers React To Floyd's Killing
Encore: 2 Retired Minnesota Police Officers React To Floyd's Killing
A year ago George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police. Two ex-Minneapolis officers react to the autopsy report issued a week later. This report originally aired on June 2, 2020 on Morning Edition.
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A year ago George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police. Two ex-Minneapolis officers react to the autopsy report issued a week later. This report originally aired on June 2, 2020 on Morning Edition.
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NPR News: What George Floyd's Death Has Done For Americans' Ability To Feel Empathy
What George Floyd's Death Has Done For Americans' Ability To Feel Empathy
We asked two scholars who have spent decades studying empathy and bias to discuss what they've seen in the past year. They offer their view of what has changed - and what has not.
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We asked two scholars who have spent decades studying empathy and bias to discuss what they've seen in the past year. They offer their view of what has changed - and what has not.
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NPR News: News Brief: Blinken Mideast Trip, Belarus Airspace, George Floyd Anniversary
News Brief: Blinken Mideast Trip, Belarus Airspace, George Floyd Anniversary
U.S. Secretary of State Blinken aims to bolster Gaza cease-fire. Belarus faces sanctions for forcing airliner to land. A year after George Floyd's death, President Biden to meet with Floyd's family.
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U.S. Secretary of State Blinken aims to bolster Gaza cease-fire. Belarus faces sanctions for forcing airliner to land. A year after George Floyd's death, President Biden to meet with Floyd's family.
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NPR News: What The Arrest Of A Journalist By Belarus Might Mean For The Rest Of The World
What The Arrest Of A Journalist By Belarus Might Mean For The Rest Of The World
The arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich, who was seized from a flight that was forced down by Belarusian authorities, is being called an act of state terrorism and air piracy.
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The arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich, who was seized from a flight that was forced down by Belarusian authorities, is being called an act of state terrorism and air piracy.
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NPR News: Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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NPR News: Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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NPR News: Mask Or No Mask? Confusion Persists As Businesses Decide On Policies
Mask Or No Mask? Confusion Persists As Businesses Decide On Policies
As states across the U.S. begin lifting indoor mask mandates for the fully vaccinated, there's widespread confusion. Both businesses and customers are struggling over their decisions on mask-wearing.
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As states across the U.S. begin lifting indoor mask mandates for the fully vaccinated, there's widespread confusion. Both businesses and customers are struggling over their decisions on mask-wearing.
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NPR News: Black Lawmaker In Denver Tries To Limit Suspects' Involuntary Sedation
Black Lawmaker In Denver Tries To Limit Suspects' Involuntary Sedation
Police say involuntarily sedating people who are in a state of "excited delirium" is widespread nationwide. Colorado may become the first to ban it, following a death that's prompted ongoing protests.
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Police say involuntarily sedating people who are in a state of "excited delirium" is widespread nationwide. Colorado may become the first to ban it, following a death that's prompted ongoing protests.
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NPR News: 2020's General Election Is Over, But Counting Continues In Arizona
2020's General Election Is Over, But Counting Continues In Arizona
A controversial review of the 2020 general election is underway in Maricopa County. The audit has drawn the attention of former President Donald Trump and the Department of Justice.
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A controversial review of the 2020 general election is underway in Maricopa County. The audit has drawn the attention of former President Donald Trump and the Department of Justice.
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NPR News: Floyd's Death Leads To Disinformation About Black Lives Matter Movement
Floyd's Death Leads To Disinformation About Black Lives Matter Movement
Support for Black Lives Matter erupted after the murder of George Floyd by former police officer Derek Chauvin. But activists say many posts targeting Black Lives Matter are full of disinformation.
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Support for Black Lives Matter erupted after the murder of George Floyd by former police officer Derek Chauvin. But activists say many posts targeting Black Lives Matter are full of disinformation.
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NPR News: Communities Worry About What Will Happen When Eviction Ban Is Lifted
Communities Worry About What Will Happen When Eviction Ban Is Lifted
About 10,000 households in the area of Spokane, Wash., are behind in rent. Some people finally returning to work face homelessness as the state and federal eviction ban is expected to end next month.
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About 10,000 households in the area of Spokane, Wash., are behind in rent. Some people finally returning to work face homelessness as the state and federal eviction ban is expected to end next month.
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NPR News: Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
Can U.S. Aid Make Honduras More Livable? One Group Tries to Slow Out-Migration
The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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The Association for a More Just Society, is one of many organizations working in Honduras, El Salvador and Guatemala to address societal ills that are driving migrants north to the U.S. border.
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Monday, 24 May 2021
NPR News: Texas Gets Ready To Allow Unlicensed Carrying Of Handguns
Texas Gets Ready To Allow Unlicensed Carrying Of Handguns
The Republican-dominated Legislature approved the bill Monday, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott, who has said he will sign it. Law enforcement groups have said it would endanger the public and police.
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The Republican-dominated Legislature approved the bill Monday, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott, who has said he will sign it. Law enforcement groups have said it would endanger the public and police.
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NPR News: New York City Schools Will Fully Reopen With No Remote Option This Fall
New York City Schools Will Fully Reopen With No Remote Option This Fall
It's unclear how the nation's largest school district will be able to accommodate 100% of its students in person under current social distancing guidelines.
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It's unclear how the nation's largest school district will be able to accommodate 100% of its students in person under current social distancing guidelines.
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NPR News: In 25 States, More Than Half Of Adults Are Fully Vaccinated
In 25 States, More Than Half Of Adults Are Fully Vaccinated
The latest CDC data shows a recent bump in the doses administered per day. New England leads the country in vaccination rates among adults.
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The latest CDC data shows a recent bump in the doses administered per day. New England leads the country in vaccination rates among adults.
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NPR News: Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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NPR News: Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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NPR News: Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Officials Say Hate Crimes Against Jews Are Growing In The Aftermath Of Gaza Violence
Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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Attacks have broken out in communities across the country, leaving officials in law enforcement and government scrambling to confront the ripple effects of recent violence between Israel and Hamas.
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NPR News: An Anti-Racist Advocate Is In Critical Condition After She Was Shot In London
An Anti-Racist Advocate Is In Critical Condition After She Was Shot In London
Sasha Johnson, who played a leading role in Black Lives Matter protests last year, was shot in the head on Sunday, her party said. Police and a friend said it did not appear to be a targeted attack.
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Sasha Johnson, who played a leading role in Black Lives Matter protests last year, was shot in the head on Sunday, her party said. Police and a friend said it did not appear to be a targeted attack.
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NPR News: An Anti-Racist Advocate Is In Critical Condition After She Was Shot In London
An Anti-Racist Advocate Is In Critical Condition After She Was Shot In London
Sasha Johnson, who played a leading role in Black Lives Matter protests last year, was shot in the head on Sunday, her party said. Police and a friend said it did not appear to be a targeted attack.
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Sasha Johnson, who played a leading role in Black Lives Matter protests last year, was shot in the head on Sunday, her party said. Police and a friend said it did not appear to be a targeted attack.
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NPR News: Samoa Elected Its First Female Leader. Parliament Locked Her Out
Samoa Elected Its First Female Leader. Parliament Locked Her Out
Prime Minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took her oath in a ceremony held under a tent in front of the locked Parliament, even as the previous leader claimed he remained in charge.
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Prime Minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took her oath in a ceremony held under a tent in front of the locked Parliament, even as the previous leader claimed he remained in charge.
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NPR News: Samoa Elected Its First Female Leader. Parliament Locked Her Out
Samoa Elected Its First Female Leader. Parliament Locked Her Out
Prime Minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took her oath in a ceremony held under a tent in front of the locked Parliament, even as the previous leader claimed he remained in charge.
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Prime Minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata'afa took her oath in a ceremony held under a tent in front of the locked Parliament, even as the previous leader claimed he remained in charge.
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NPR News: Myanmar's Suu Kyi Makes Her First In-Person Court Appearance Since Coup
Myanmar's Suu Kyi Makes Her First In-Person Court Appearance Since Coup
The ousted leader of Myanmar was in court for the first time since the military arrested her when it took control of the country earlier this year.
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The ousted leader of Myanmar was in court for the first time since the military arrested her when it took control of the country earlier this year.
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NPR News: Myanmar's Suu Kyi Makes Her First In-Person Court Appearance Since Coup
Myanmar's Suu Kyi Makes Her First In-Person Court Appearance Since Coup
The ousted leader of Myanmar was in court for the first time since the military arrested her when it took control of the country earlier this year.
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The ousted leader of Myanmar was in court for the first time since the military arrested her when it took control of the country earlier this year.
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NPR News: Growing Number Of Male Survivors Talk About Being A Sex Trade Victim
Growing Number Of Male Survivors Talk About Being A Sex Trade Victim
Male victims of sex trafficking are telling their stories. By speaking out they hope to destroy the myth that boys are not victims of the sex trade.
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Male victims of sex trafficking are telling their stories. By speaking out they hope to destroy the myth that boys are not victims of the sex trade.
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NPR News: Family Of George Floyd Holds Rally, March In His Memory
Family Of George Floyd Holds Rally, March In His Memory
Nearly a year after George Floyd's murder, his family and a crowd of others remember him with a rally and march in downtown Minneapolis.
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Nearly a year after George Floyd's murder, his family and a crowd of others remember him with a rally and march in downtown Minneapolis.
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NPR News: U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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NPR News: U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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NPR News: News Brief: COVID-19 Shots, Mideast Cease-Fire, George Floyd Rally
News Brief: COVID-19 Shots, Mideast Cease-Fire, George Floyd Rally
Eight states pass milestone of getting 70% of adults vaccinated with at least one shot. Cease-fire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold. George Floyd's family marks one year since his murder.
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Eight states pass milestone of getting 70% of adults vaccinated with at least one shot. Cease-fire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold. George Floyd's family marks one year since his murder.
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NPR News: U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
U.S. Imposes Restrictions On Ethiopia And Eritrea Over Tigray Conflict
The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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The conflict in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region began in early November. Thousands have died and close to 2 million people are reported to have been displaced.
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NPR News: Confusion Persists As Businesses Decide On Mask Or No-Mask Policies
Confusion Persists As Businesses Decide On Mask Or No-Mask Policies
As Michigan lifts its indoor mask mandate for those fully vaccinated against COVID-19, business owners and customers feel both confusion and political tensions over whether to mask in public.
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As Michigan lifts its indoor mask mandate for those fully vaccinated against COVID-19, business owners and customers feel both confusion and political tensions over whether to mask in public.
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NPR News: A Century After The Race Massacre, Tulsa Confronts Its Bloody Past
A Century After The Race Massacre, Tulsa Confronts Its Bloody Past
Survivors and their descendants say confronting the truth of the Tulsa Race Massacre is essential in the nation's struggle to confront racial injustice and violence against Black people.
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Survivors and their descendants say confronting the truth of the Tulsa Race Massacre is essential in the nation's struggle to confront racial injustice and violence against Black people.
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Sunday, 23 May 2021
NPR News: Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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NPR News: Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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NPR News: Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Biden Administration Extends Temporary Protected Status For Haitians In U.S.
Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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Eligible Haitians in the U.S. can apply for a new 18-month designation. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas cited security concerns, human rights abuses and poverty for the decision.
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NPR News: George Floyd's Family Holds Rally, March In Brother's Memory
George Floyd's Family Holds Rally, March In Brother's Memory
Members of Floyd's family joined activists and citizens in Minneapolis for a march on Sunday. It was one of several events planned nationwide to mark the one-year anniversary of Floyd's death.
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Members of Floyd's family joined activists and citizens in Minneapolis for a march on Sunday. It was one of several events planned nationwide to mark the one-year anniversary of Floyd's death.
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NPR News: Martin Bashir Apologizes, But Denies His BBC Interview Harmed Princess Diana
Martin Bashir Apologizes, But Denies His BBC Interview Harmed Princess Diana
The former BBC reporter said his interview with Diana didn't factor into her life's downward spiral following the interview. "Everything we did in terms of the interview was as she wanted," he says.
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The former BBC reporter said his interview with Diana didn't factor into her life's downward spiral following the interview. "Everything we did in terms of the interview was as she wanted," he says.
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NPR News: Martin Bashir Apologizes, But Denies His BBC Interview Harmed Princess Diana
Martin Bashir Apologizes, But Denies His BBC Interview Harmed Princess Diana
The former BBC reporter said his interview with the Diana didn't factor into her life's downward spiral following the interview.
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The former BBC reporter said his interview with the Diana didn't factor into her life's downward spiral following the interview.
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NPR News: Congo's Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Erupts, Sending Lava For Miles But Sparing A City
Congo's Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Erupts, Sending Lava For Miles But Sparing A City
The volcano, which had not erupted in nearly two decades, caused thousands to flee, many across the border to Rwanda. But the lava didn't appear to be flowing toward Goma, a city of nearly 2 million.
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The volcano, which had not erupted in nearly two decades, caused thousands to flee, many across the border to Rwanda. But the lava didn't appear to be flowing toward Goma, a city of nearly 2 million.
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NPR News: New COVID-19 Cases Haven't Been This Low In The U.S. Since Last June
New COVID-19 Cases Haven't Been This Low In The U.S. Since Last June
New cases have tumbled, sparking optimism that vaccination campaigns are stemming severe cases and the virus' spread. And, over the last seven days, average deaths fell to the lowest rate since July.
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New cases have tumbled, sparking optimism that vaccination campaigns are stemming severe cases and the virus' spread. And, over the last seven days, average deaths fell to the lowest rate since July.
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NPR News: Congo's Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Erupts, Sending Lava For Miles But Sparing A City
Congo's Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Erupts, Sending Lava For Miles But Sparing A City
The volcano, which had not erupted in nearly two decades, caused thousands to flee, many across the border to Rwanda. But the lava didn't appear to be flowing toward Goma, a city of nearly 2 million.
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The volcano, which had not erupted in nearly two decades, caused thousands to flee, many across the border to Rwanda. But the lava didn't appear to be flowing toward Goma, a city of nearly 2 million.
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NPR News: What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And The Palestinians Different
What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And The Palestinians Different
The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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NPR News: What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And The Palestinians Different
What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And The Palestinians Different
The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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NPR News: What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And Palestine Different
What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And Palestine Different
The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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NPR News: Gaza Residents Access Damage Amid Ceasefire
Gaza Residents Access Damage Amid Ceasefire
Days of airstrikes have left thousands of Gazans homeless and grieving.
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Days of airstrikes have left thousands of Gazans homeless and grieving.
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NPR News: A Rock Band Named Maneskin Wins The Eurovision Song Contest For Italy
A Rock Band Named Maneskin Wins The Eurovision Song Contest For Italy
A four-piece band of Italian rockers won the Eurovision Song Contest on Sunday — Italy's third victory in the immensely popular festival.
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A four-piece band of Italian rockers won the Eurovision Song Contest on Sunday — Italy's third victory in the immensely popular festival.
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NPR News: The Army Is Expanding Allowed Hairstyles For Women
The Army Is Expanding Allowed Hairstyles For Women
Grooming standards changed this month for the Army, giving female soldiers more options. Many previously had to wear their hair in tight buns, leading to possible hair loss.
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Grooming standards changed this month for the Army, giving female soldiers more options. Many previously had to wear their hair in tight buns, leading to possible hair loss.
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NPR News: Once Nearly Extinct, The Florida Panther Is Making A Comeback
Once Nearly Extinct, The Florida Panther Is Making A Comeback
The population of the Florida panther once dwindled to below two dozen, but has since rebounded to more than 200. Photographer Carlton Ward Jr. has made it his mission to photograph their progress.
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The population of the Florida panther once dwindled to below two dozen, but has since rebounded to more than 200. Photographer Carlton Ward Jr. has made it his mission to photograph their progress.
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NPR News: What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And Palestine Different
What Makes This Round Of Violence Between Israel And Palestine Different
The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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The latest Israeli-Palestinian fighting did not resolve any of the core issues in the decades-old dispute. But it did reveal several new dynamics likely to influence the conflict in the coming years.
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NPR News: Gaza Residents Access Damage Amid Ceasefire
Gaza Residents Access Damage Amid Ceasefire
Days of airstrikes have left thousands of Gazans homeless and grieving.
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Days of airstrikes have left thousands of Gazans homeless and grieving.
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NPR News: A Rock Band Named Maneskin Wins The Eurovision Song Contest For Italy
A Rock Band Named Maneskin Wins The Eurovision Song Contest For Italy
A four-piece band of Italian rockers won the Eurovision Song Contest on Sunday — Italy's third victory in the immensely popular festival.
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A four-piece band of Italian rockers won the Eurovision Song Contest on Sunday — Italy's third victory in the immensely popular festival.
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NPR News: Skepticism Of Science In A Pandemic Isn't New. It Helped Fuel The AIDS Crisis
Skepticism Of Science In A Pandemic Isn't New. It Helped Fuel The AIDS Crisis
It's been 40 years since the first U.S. AIDS cases were were reported, and some who experienced the early years of the crisis say the effects of denialism then have carried into the COVID-19 pandemic.
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It's been 40 years since the first U.S. AIDS cases were were reported, and some who experienced the early years of the crisis say the effects of denialism then have carried into the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NPR News: Melting Snow Usually Means Water For The West. But This Year, It Might Not Be Enough
Melting Snow Usually Means Water For The West. But This Year, It Might Not Be Enough
Much of the West is in extreme drought, and a good spring snowmelt could bring relief. But drought and the warming climate make that harder, putting water for millions of people at risk.
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Much of the West is in extreme drought, and a good spring snowmelt could bring relief. But drought and the warming climate make that harder, putting water for millions of people at risk.
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NPR News: 21 Die In Extreme Weather In China Cross-Country Race
21 Die In Extreme Weather In China Cross-Country Race
The runners were racing on an extremely narrow mountain path when hail, freezing rain and gale winds hit.
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The runners were racing on an extremely narrow mountain path when hail, freezing rain and gale winds hit.
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NPR News: 21 Die In Extreme Weather In China Cross-Country Race
21 Die In Extreme Weather In China Cross-Country Race
The runners were racing on an extremely narrow mountain path when hail, freezing rain and gale winds hit.
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The runners were racing on an extremely narrow mountain path when hail, freezing rain and gale winds hit.
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NPR News: Iran Says Inspectors May No Longer Get Nuclear Sites Images
Iran Says Inspectors May No Longer Get Nuclear Sites Images
The International Atomic Energy Agency's director-general is expected to make a statement later on Sunday.
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The International Atomic Energy Agency's director-general is expected to make a statement later on Sunday.
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NPR News: Iran Says Inspectors May No Longer Get Nuclear Sites Images
Iran Says Inspectors May No Longer Get Nuclear Sites Images
The International Atomic Energy Agency's director-general is expected to make a statement later on Sunday.
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The International Atomic Energy Agency's director-general is expected to make a statement later on Sunday.
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Saturday, 22 May 2021
NPR News: Quiet Holds For 2nd Day In Israel And Gaza As Focus Turns To Rebuilding
Quiet Holds For 2nd Day In Israel And Gaza As Focus Turns To Rebuilding
Any rebuilding effort for Gaza will likely cost billions. International donors are wary that aid could be misused. Meanwhile, 800,000 in Gaza are without regular access to piped water.
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Any rebuilding effort for Gaza will likely cost billions. International donors are wary that aid could be misused. Meanwhile, 800,000 in Gaza are without regular access to piped water.
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NPR News: Quiet Holds For 2nd Day In Israel And Gaza As Focus Turns To Rebuilding
Quiet Holds For 2nd Day In Israel And Gaza As Focus Turns To Rebuilding
Any rebuilding effort for Gaza will likely cost billions. International donors are wary that aid could be misused. Meanwhile, 800,000 in Gaza are without regular access to piped water.
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Any rebuilding effort for Gaza will likely cost billions. International donors are wary that aid could be misused. Meanwhile, 800,000 in Gaza are without regular access to piped water.
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NPR News: Jeffrey Epstein Guards Would Avoid Serving Jail Time In A New Deal With Prosecutors
Jeffrey Epstein Guards Would Avoid Serving Jail Time In A New Deal With Prosecutors
Noel and Thomas have admitted to lying about their failure to make rounds while they were assigned to monitor the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender the night he killed himself.
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Noel and Thomas have admitted to lying about their failure to make rounds while they were assigned to monitor the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender the night he killed himself.
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NPR News: Opinion: Remembering Lives Lost In The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Opinion: Remembering Lives Lost In The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
NPR's Scott Simon remembers some of the more than 200 people killed during the lastest conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
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NPR's Scott Simon remembers some of the more than 200 people killed during the lastest conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
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NPR News: Opinion: Remembering Lives Lost In The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Opinion: Remembering Lives Lost In The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
NPR's Scott Simon remembers some of the more than 200 people killed during the lastest conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
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NPR's Scott Simon remembers some of the more than 200 people killed during the lastest conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
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NPR News: India's New Doctors Have Seen Immeasurable Grief During The Pandemic
India's New Doctors Have Seen Immeasurable Grief During The Pandemic
With medical board exams postponed because of COVID-19, India's junior doctors have been thrust onto the front lines early. Many have seen more death & grief than they expected in an entire career.
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With medical board exams postponed because of COVID-19, India's junior doctors have been thrust onto the front lines early. Many have seen more death & grief than they expected in an entire career.
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NPR News: Fatah Central Committee Deputy Secretary General On Abbas And Hamas Relationship
Fatah Central Committee Deputy Secretary General On Abbas And Hamas Relationship
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Sabri Saidam, Deputy Secretary General of the Fatah Central Committee about the dynamics between party of Palestinian Mahmoud Abbas, and its oppostion, Hamas.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Sabri Saidam, Deputy Secretary General of the Fatah Central Committee about the dynamics between party of Palestinian Mahmoud Abbas, and its oppostion, Hamas.
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NPR News: Israeli Defense Forces Reservist On The Country's Military Strategy
Israeli Defense Forces Reservist On The Country's Military Strategy
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Assaf Orion, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies at Tel Aviv University about Israel's military strategy in the recent conflict.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Assaf Orion, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies at Tel Aviv University about Israel's military strategy in the recent conflict.
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NPR News: Blinken Confirms U.S. Not Buying Greenland In Arctic Visit
Blinken Confirms U.S. Not Buying Greenland In Arctic Visit
Former President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken isn't making that pitch. He was there this week pushing for closer ties, trade, and investment.
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Former President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken isn't making that pitch. He was there this week pushing for closer ties, trade, and investment.
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NPR News: Updates From Israel Following Ceasefire Agreement
Updates From Israel Following Ceasefire Agreement
We hear the lastest from ground in Israel, where a cease-fire in the hostilities with Gaza went into effect early Friday morning local time.
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We hear the lastest from ground in Israel, where a cease-fire in the hostilities with Gaza went into effect early Friday morning local time.
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NPR News: India's New Doctors Have Seen Immeasurable Grief During The Pandemic
India's New Doctors Have Seen Immeasurable Grief During The Pandemic
With medical board exams postponed because of COVID-19, India's junior doctors have been thrust onto the front lines early. Many have seen more death & grief than they expected in an entire career.
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With medical board exams postponed because of COVID-19, India's junior doctors have been thrust onto the front lines early. Many have seen more death & grief than they expected in an entire career.
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NPR News: Fatah Central Committee Deputy Secretary General On Abbas And Hamas Relationship
Fatah Central Committee Deputy Secretary General On Abbas And Hamas Relationship
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Sabri Saidam, Deputy Secretary General of the Fatah Central Committee about the dynamics between party of Palestinian Mahmoud Abbas, and its oppostion, Hamas.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Sabri Saidam, Deputy Secretary General of the Fatah Central Committee about the dynamics between party of Palestinian Mahmoud Abbas, and its oppostion, Hamas.
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NPR News: Israeli Defense Forces Reservist On The Country's Military Strategy
Israeli Defense Forces Reservist On The Country's Military Strategy
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Assaf Orion, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies at Tel Aviv University about Israel's military strategy in the recent conflict.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Assaf Orion, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies at Tel Aviv University about Israel's military strategy in the recent conflict.
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NPR News: Blinken Confirms U.S. Not Buying Greenland In Arctic Visit
Blinken Confirms U.S. Not Buying Greenland In Arctic Visit
Former President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken isn't making that pitch. He was there this week pushing for closer ties, trade, and investment.
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Former President Donald Trump wanted to buy Greenland, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken isn't making that pitch. He was there this week pushing for closer ties, trade, and investment.
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NPR News: Updates From Israel Following Ceasefire Agreement
Updates From Israel Following Ceasefire Agreement
We hear the lastest from ground in Israel, where a cease-fire in the hostilities with Gaza went into effect early Friday morning local time.
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We hear the lastest from ground in Israel, where a cease-fire in the hostilities with Gaza went into effect early Friday morning local time.
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NPR News: Lights! Camera! Factions! Your Eurovision Song Contest 2021 Cheat Sheet
Lights! Camera! Factions! Your Eurovision Song Contest 2021 Cheat Sheet
After taking a year off, the Eurovision Song Contest is back, and for the first time a major streaming service — Peacock — is carrying it live in the U.S. Here's what to look for.
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After taking a year off, the Eurovision Song Contest is back, and for the first time a major streaming service — Peacock — is carrying it live in the U.S. Here's what to look for.
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NPR News: DOJ Uses Civil Rights-Era Law To Charge Protesters And Insurrectionists
DOJ Uses Civil Rights-Era Law To Charge Protesters And Insurrectionists
Racial justice protestors and many who stormed the U.S. Capitol are being charged with civil disorder, under the 1968 Civil Obedience Act. Some argue that the law is unconstitutional.
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Racial justice protestors and many who stormed the U.S. Capitol are being charged with civil disorder, under the 1968 Civil Obedience Act. Some argue that the law is unconstitutional.
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NPR News: Medical Device Maker Building Plant In A Food Desert Adds Grocery Store To Its List
Medical Device Maker Building Plant In A Food Desert Adds Grocery Store To Its List
COOK Medical added a grocery store to its plans for a new plant in Indianapolis after hearing from residents that food access was a problem. It's a unique model of corporate social responsibility.
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COOK Medical added a grocery store to its plans for a new plant in Indianapolis after hearing from residents that food access was a problem. It's a unique model of corporate social responsibility.
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NPR News: Fully Vaccinated? Tell Us What You're Looking Forward To Most
Fully Vaccinated? Tell Us What You're Looking Forward To Most
As more people get vaccinated and cities lift COVID-19 restrictions, NPR's Weekend Edition wants to hear what "firsts" you're looking forward to again.
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As more people get vaccinated and cities lift COVID-19 restrictions, NPR's Weekend Edition wants to hear what "firsts" you're looking forward to again.
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NPR News: China's Mars Rover Touches Ground On Red Planet
China's Mars Rover Touches Ground On Red Planet
China landed the spacecraft carrying the rover on Mars last Saturday, a technically challenging feat more difficult than a moon landing, in a first for the country.
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China landed the spacecraft carrying the rover on Mars last Saturday, a technically challenging feat more difficult than a moon landing, in a first for the country.
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NPR News: The Movies Pitch The Audience: Come Back!
The Movies Pitch The Audience: Come Back!
At a star-studded Hollywood event this week, studio executives and filmmakers made the pitch for audiences to return to theaters: Come back, not just for the popcorn, but for the magic of movies.
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At a star-studded Hollywood event this week, studio executives and filmmakers made the pitch for audiences to return to theaters: Come back, not just for the popcorn, but for the magic of movies.
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NPR News: China's Mars Rover Touches Ground On Red Planet
China's Mars Rover Touches Ground On Red Planet
China landed the spacecraft carrying the rover on Mars last Saturday, a technically challenging feat more difficult than a moon landing, in a first for the country.
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China landed the spacecraft carrying the rover on Mars last Saturday, a technically challenging feat more difficult than a moon landing, in a first for the country.
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Friday, 21 May 2021
NPR News: Biden Appoints Career Diplomat Sung Kim To Serve As Special Envoy To North Korea
Biden Appoints Career Diplomat Sung Kim To Serve As Special Envoy To North Korea
Kim had served previously as an envoy to North Korea during the Obama administration.
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Kim had served previously as an envoy to North Korea during the Obama administration.
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NPR News: To Win Over Republicans, Biden Offers An Infrastructure Plan Trimmed To $1.7 Trillion
To Win Over Republicans, Biden Offers An Infrastructure Plan Trimmed To $1.7 Trillion
The White House has a new infrastructure proposal — and a smaller price tag designed to convince Republicans to support it.
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The White House has a new infrastructure proposal — and a smaller price tag designed to convince Republicans to support it.
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NPR News: Biden Appoints Career Diplomat Sung Kim To Serve As Special Envoy To North Korea
Biden Appoints Career Diplomat Sung Kim To Serve As Special Envoy To North Korea
Kim had served previously as an envoy to North Korea during the Obama administration.
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Kim had served previously as an envoy to North Korea during the Obama administration.
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NPR News: Updates From Israel And Palestine After The Ceasefire
Updates From Israel And Palestine After The Ceasefire
In the first hours after a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, each side takes a look at the aftermath.
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In the first hours after a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, each side takes a look at the aftermath.
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NPR News: Spanish Teen Builds Underground Cave After Fighting With Parents
Spanish Teen Builds Underground Cave After Fighting With Parents
Andres Canto took a pickax into the garden and started digging after arguing with his parents. Six years later, the hole is now a den with a bedroom, wifi and sound system.
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Andres Canto took a pickax into the garden and started digging after arguing with his parents. Six years later, the hole is now a den with a bedroom, wifi and sound system.
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NPR News: Japanese Bullet Train Driver Takes Bathroom Break At 93 Miles Per Hour
Japanese Bullet Train Driver Takes Bathroom Break At 93 Miles Per Hour
The driver left the train in the hands of an unqualified conductor. Nothing much happened, but the train was one minute late.
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The driver left the train in the hands of an unqualified conductor. Nothing much happened, but the train was one minute late.
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NPR News: World Leaders Call For Long-Term Resolution In Gaza Conflict Following Cease-Fire
World Leaders Call For Long-Term Resolution In Gaza Conflict Following Cease-Fire
After 11 days of the worst fighting in the region since 2014, global leaders called for both sides to resolve the long-standing conflict to achieve lasting peace.
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After 11 days of the worst fighting in the region since 2014, global leaders called for both sides to resolve the long-standing conflict to achieve lasting peace.
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NPR News: World Leaders Call For Long-Term Resolution In Gaza Conflict Following Cease-Fire
World Leaders Call For Long-Term Resolution In Gaza Conflict Following Cease-Fire
After 11 days of the worst fighting in the region since 2014, global leaders called for both sides to resolve the long-standing conflict to achieve lasting peace.
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After 11 days of the worst fighting in the region since 2014, global leaders called for both sides to resolve the long-standing conflict to achieve lasting peace.
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NPR News: Princes William And Harry Slam BBC Over Princess Diana Interview
Princes William And Harry Slam BBC Over Princess Diana Interview
Diana's two sons blamed the BBC for its role in their mother's death. They say Diana's life was irrevocably damaged by an interview she gave in 1995.
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Diana's two sons blamed the BBC for its role in their mother's death. They say Diana's life was irrevocably damaged by an interview she gave in 1995.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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NPR News: New Doctors In India Are Starting Off Seeing The Worst. It's Taking A Toll
New Doctors In India Are Starting Off Seeing The Worst. It's Taking A Toll
In India, a generation of new doctors enters the field at a time of crisis. One new doctor in New Delhi is haunted by a woman who begged for a hospital bed — but they were all full.
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In India, a generation of new doctors enters the field at a time of crisis. One new doctor in New Delhi is haunted by a woman who begged for a hospital bed — but they were all full.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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NPR News: Her Son Wasn't Expected To Survive. Now He's Showing Her How To Live
Her Son Wasn't Expected To Survive. Now He's Showing Her How To Live
Isaiah Acosta was born with life-threatening health issues. Now 21, he's done far more than beat the odds. At StoryCorps, his mother Tarah told him, "You want to do it all, whether it's scary or not."
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Isaiah Acosta was born with life-threatening health issues. Now 21, he's done far more than beat the odds. At StoryCorps, his mother Tarah told him, "You want to do it all, whether it's scary or not."
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NPR News: Advocates Say Biden Administration Is Violating Pact On Detaining Migrant Children
Advocates Say Biden Administration Is Violating Pact On Detaining Migrant Children
The administration is now caring for almost 20,000 migrant children — most of them in emergency shelters. Lawyers argue the shelters are a violation of what's called the Flores agreement.
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The administration is now caring for almost 20,000 migrant children — most of them in emergency shelters. Lawyers argue the shelters are a violation of what's called the Flores agreement.
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NPR News: A Black Woman Says She Had To Hide Her Race To Get A Fair Home Appraisal
A Black Woman Says She Had To Hide Her Race To Get A Fair Home Appraisal
Two low home appraisals spurred a Black woman in Indianapolis to administer her own fair housing test. The result led her to file a complaint alleging housing discrimination.
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Two low home appraisals spurred a Black woman in Indianapolis to administer her own fair housing test. The result led her to file a complaint alleging housing discrimination.
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NPR News: How Your Hot Showers And Toilet Flushes Can Help the Climate
How Your Hot Showers And Toilet Flushes Can Help the Climate
Evolving technology is making it possible to turn sewage wastewater into energy that can heat and cool large buildings. The largest such project in the U.S. is under construction in Denver.
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Evolving technology is making it possible to turn sewage wastewater into energy that can heat and cool large buildings. The largest such project in the U.S. is under construction in Denver.
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NPR News: Princes William And Harry Slam BBC Over Princess Diana Interview
Princes William And Harry Slam BBC Over Princess Diana Interview
Diana's two sons blamed the BBC for its role in their mother's death. They say Diana's life was irrevocably damaged by an interview she gave in 1995.
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Diana's two sons blamed the BBC for its role in their mother's death. They say Diana's life was irrevocably damaged by an interview she gave in 1995.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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A ceasefire begins between Hamas and Israel. Progressive Democrats push the party to rethink their relationship with Israel. And, advocates are concerned for living conditions at migrant shelters.
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NPR News: New Doctors In India Are Starting Off Seeing The Worst. It's Taking A Toll
New Doctors In India Are Starting Off Seeing The Worst. It's Taking A Toll
In India, a generation of new doctors enters the field at a time of crisis. One new doctor in New Delhi is haunted by a woman who begged for a hospital bed — but they were all full.
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In India, a generation of new doctors enters the field at a time of crisis. One new doctor in New Delhi is haunted by a woman who begged for a hospital bed — but they were all full.
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NPR News: Medical Team For Soccer Star Diego Maradona Charged In His November Death
Medical Team For Soccer Star Diego Maradona Charged In His November Death
The seven charged allegedly left the soccer legend in a worsening state following brain surgery in November, according to investigators.
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The seven charged allegedly left the soccer legend in a worsening state following brain surgery in November, according to investigators.
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NPR News: Medical Team For Soccer Star Diego Maradona Charged In His November Death
Medical Team For Soccer Star Diego Maradona Charged In His November Death
The seven charged allegedly left the soccer legend in a worsening state following brain surgery in November, according to investigators.
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The seven charged allegedly left the soccer legend in a worsening state following brain surgery in November, according to investigators.
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