Out-And-Proud Raven 'Hulk' Saunders Takes Silver In Women's Shot Put
Saunders said she's been open about her mental health struggles so others don't feel alone. It's also why she wears her identities so proudly as a gay Black woman.
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Saturday, 31 July 2021
NPR News: Out-And-Proud Raven 'Hulk' Saunders Takes Silver In Women's Shot Put
Out-And-Proud Raven 'Hulk' Saunders Takes Silver In Women's Shot Put
Saunders said she's been open about her mental health struggles so others don't feel alone. It's also why she wears her identities so proudly as a gay Black woman.
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Saunders said she's been open about her mental health struggles so others don't feel alone. It's also why she wears her identities so proudly as a gay Black woman.
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NPR News: Western Wildfires May Take Weeks To Months To Contain
Western Wildfires May Take Weeks To Months To Contain
The Bootleg Fire in southern Oregon, the country's largest active blaze, could reach full containment in October. Until then, officials say, wildfire conditions will only continue to intensify.
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The Bootleg Fire in southern Oregon, the country's largest active blaze, could reach full containment in October. Until then, officials say, wildfire conditions will only continue to intensify.
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NPR News: Simone Biles Withdraws From Floor, Still Might Compete In Balance Beam
Simone Biles Withdraws From Floor, Still Might Compete In Balance Beam
"Simone has withdrawn from the event final for floor and will make a decision on beam later this week," USA Gymnastics said. "Either way, we're all behind you, Simone."
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"Simone has withdrawn from the event final for floor and will make a decision on beam later this week," USA Gymnastics said. "Either way, we're all behind you, Simone."
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NPR News: Simone Biles Withdraws From Floor, Still Might Compete In Balance Beam
Simone Biles Withdraws From Floor, Still Might Compete In Balance Beam
"Simone has withdrawn from the event final for floor and will make a decision on beam later this week," USA Gymnastics said. "Either way, we're all behind you, Simone."
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"Simone has withdrawn from the event final for floor and will make a decision on beam later this week," USA Gymnastics said. "Either way, we're all behind you, Simone."
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NPR News: Caeleb Dressel Is Leaving Tokyo With Five Olympic Gold Medals
Caeleb Dressel Is Leaving Tokyo With Five Olympic Gold Medals
It's been an astonishingly successful Games for the 24-year-old from Florida. He added two gold medals to his haul from the Tokyo Olympics, departing the Games with five golds.
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It's been an astonishingly successful Games for the 24-year-old from Florida. He added two gold medals to his haul from the Tokyo Olympics, departing the Games with five golds.
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NPR News: Caeleb Dressel Is Leaving Tokyo With Five Olympic Gold Medals
Caeleb Dressel Is Leaving Tokyo With Five Olympic Gold Medals
It's been an astonishingly successful Games for the 24-year-old from Florida. He added two gold medals to his haul from the Tokyo Olympics, departing the Games with five golds.
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It's been an astonishingly successful Games for the 24-year-old from Florida. He added two gold medals to his haul from the Tokyo Olympics, departing the Games with five golds.
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NPR News: Deaths At The Arizona-Mexico Border Are On Pace To Be Highest Ever Recorded
Deaths At The Arizona-Mexico Border Are On Pace To Be Highest Ever Recorded
227 migrants died along a large stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border last year after crossing illegally. It was a grim record, and officials say this year could be worse.
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227 migrants died along a large stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border last year after crossing illegally. It was a grim record, and officials say this year could be worse.
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NPR News: Russians Tied To The SolarWinds Cyberattack Hacked Federal Prosecutors, DOJ Says
Russians Tied To The SolarWinds Cyberattack Hacked Federal Prosecutors, DOJ Says
Russian hackers broke into email accounts of prominent federal prosecutors' offices last year, the Justice Department says. A former prosecutor says such accounts often transmit sensitive information.
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Russian hackers broke into email accounts of prominent federal prosecutors' offices last year, the Justice Department says. A former prosecutor says such accounts often transmit sensitive information.
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NPR News: Russia's 'Foreign Agent' Law Targets Journalists, Activists, Even Ordinary Citizens
Russia's 'Foreign Agent' Law Targets Journalists, Activists, Even Ordinary Citizens
The recently expanded law says that freelance journalists, YouTube bloggers and practically anyone else who receives money from abroad and voices a political opinion can be considered a foreign agent.
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The recently expanded law says that freelance journalists, YouTube bloggers and practically anyone else who receives money from abroad and voices a political opinion can be considered a foreign agent.
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NPR News: Uyghurs Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Uyghurs Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghurs.
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Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghurs.
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NPR News: Russia's 'Foreign Agent' Law Targets Journalists, Activists, Even Ordinary Citizens
Russia's 'Foreign Agent' Law Targets Journalists, Activists, Even Ordinary Citizens
The recently expanded law says that freelance journalists, YouTube bloggers and practically anyone else who receives money from abroad and voices a political opinion can be considered a foreign agent.
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The recently expanded law says that freelance journalists, YouTube bloggers and practically anyone else who receives money from abroad and voices a political opinion can be considered a foreign agent.
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NPR News: Elaine Thompson-Herah Is Crowned The Fastest Woman In The World At The Tokyo Games
Elaine Thompson-Herah Is Crowned The Fastest Woman In The World At The Tokyo Games
Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica has won the fastest women's track race at the Tokyo Games in Olympic record time. She was the defending gold medalist in this event. Jamaica swept the final.
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Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica has won the fastest women's track race at the Tokyo Games in Olympic record time. She was the defending gold medalist in this event. Jamaica swept the final.
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NPR News: Uyghurs Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Uyghurs Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghurs.
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Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghurs.
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NPR News: Western Wildfires Have Destroyed More Than Last Year, And It's Not Even Peak Season
Western Wildfires Have Destroyed More Than Last Year, And It's Not Even Peak Season
Extreme heat and on-going drought have made Western wildfires a national challenge this summer, with smoke moving from coast-to-coast. The peak of fire season isn't even here yet.
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Extreme heat and on-going drought have made Western wildfires a national challenge this summer, with smoke moving from coast-to-coast. The peak of fire season isn't even here yet.
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NPR News: California Doctors Say Surge In COVID-19 Cases Mirrors The Height Of The Pandemic
California Doctors Say Surge In COVID-19 Cases Mirrors The Height Of The Pandemic
A resurgence in COVID-19 cases in California is giving healthcare workers flashbacks. Some say what they're experiencing now is similar to what they saw in January, at the height of the pandemic.
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A resurgence in COVID-19 cases in California is giving healthcare workers flashbacks. Some say what they're experiencing now is similar to what they saw in January, at the height of the pandemic.
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NPR News: Elaine Thompson-Herah Is Crowned The Fastest Woman In The World At The Tokyo Games
Elaine Thompson-Herah Is Crowned The Fastest Woman In The World At The Tokyo Games
Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica has won the fastest women's track race at the Tokyo Games in Olympic record time. She was the defending gold medalist in this event. Jamaica swept the final.
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Elaine Thompson-Herah of Jamaica has won the fastest women's track race at the Tokyo Games in Olympic record time. She was the defending gold medalist in this event. Jamaica swept the final.
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NPR News: Uyghers Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Uyghers Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghers.
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Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghers.
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NPR News: Uyghers Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Uyghers Are Facing Abuse In Camps In China. The U.S. Congress Is Trying To Address It
Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghers.
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Scott Simon talks with Democratic Congressman Thomas Suozzi of New York about the new bipartisan caucus he's co-founded to bring attention to the plight of the Uyghers.
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NPR News: Opinion: New Jersey Renames Its Rest Stops As A Nation Rethinks Monuments
Opinion: New Jersey Renames Its Rest Stops As A Nation Rethinks Monuments
New Jersey will honor nine of its most illustrious citizens by slapping their names on rest stops along the turnpike. Scott Simon muses over what becomes a legend most.
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New Jersey will honor nine of its most illustrious citizens by slapping their names on rest stops along the turnpike. Scott Simon muses over what becomes a legend most.
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NPR News: Across Federal Workforce, People With Disabilities See Need For More Representation
Across Federal Workforce, People With Disabilities See Need For More Representation
People with disabilities represent the largest minority group in the country, but say they remain vastly underrepresented when it comes to the ranks of the federal workforce.
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People with disabilities represent the largest minority group in the country, but say they remain vastly underrepresented when it comes to the ranks of the federal workforce.
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NPR News: There's Vaccine Drama In Arkansas, Where Rates Are Low And Everyone Has An Opinion
There's Vaccine Drama In Arkansas, Where Rates Are Low And Everyone Has An Opinion
The state has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the U.S. And this weekend, 80,000 doses will expire because of lack of demand. The campaign is on to get people to sign up.
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The state has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the U.S. And this weekend, 80,000 doses will expire because of lack of demand. The campaign is on to get people to sign up.
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NPR News: At The 'Quarantine Hotel,' Olympians Deal With Isolation And Shattered Dreams
At The 'Quarantine Hotel,' Olympians Deal With Isolation And Shattered Dreams
Some of the athletes who tested positive for the coronavirus were first-time Olympians. They all must wait in a "quarantine hotel" for up to 10 days and watch their teammates compete without them.
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Some of the athletes who tested positive for the coronavirus were first-time Olympians. They all must wait in a "quarantine hotel" for up to 10 days and watch their teammates compete without them.
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NPR News: This Utah Adventure Town Wants To Put The Brakes On Promoting Itself
This Utah Adventure Town Wants To Put The Brakes On Promoting Itself
Tourists are visiting national parks and surrounding public lands in record numbers this summer, which is causing some overwhelmed national park gateway towns to rethink their promotion strategies.
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Tourists are visiting national parks and surrounding public lands in record numbers this summer, which is causing some overwhelmed national park gateway towns to rethink their promotion strategies.
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NPR News: At The 'Quarantine Hotel,' Olympians Deal With Isolation And Shattered Dreams
At The 'Quarantine Hotel,' Olympians Deal With Isolation And Shattered Dreams
Some of the athletes who tested positive for the coronavirus were first-time Olympians. They all must wait in a "quarantine hotel" for up to 10 days and watch their teammates compete without them.
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Some of the athletes who tested positive for the coronavirus were first-time Olympians. They all must wait in a "quarantine hotel" for up to 10 days and watch their teammates compete without them.
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NPR News: As COVID Concern Grows In Kansas, So Does Confusion Over Who Is In Charge
As COVID Concern Grows In Kansas, So Does Confusion Over Who Is In Charge
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat, has been hesitant to issue any statewide mandates without a ruling from the state Supreme Court on her powers. Counties aren't jumping at the opportunity either.
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Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat, has been hesitant to issue any statewide mandates without a ruling from the state Supreme Court on her powers. Counties aren't jumping at the opportunity either.
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Friday, 30 July 2021
NPR News: The U.S. Men's Fencing Team Wore Pink Face Masks To Protest Their Own Teammate
The U.S. Men's Fencing Team Wore Pink Face Masks To Protest Their Own Teammate
The three-man team hasn't been shy about their feelings regarding Alen Hadzic, who's been accused of sexual misconduct dating back to 2013.
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The three-man team hasn't been shy about their feelings regarding Alen Hadzic, who's been accused of sexual misconduct dating back to 2013.
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NPR News: The U.S. Men's Fencing Team Wore Pink Face Masks To Protest Their Own Teammate
The U.S. Men's Fencing Team Wore Pink Face Masks To Protest Their Own Teammate
The three-man team hasn't been shy about their feelings regarding Alen Hadzic, who's been accused of sexual misconduct dating back to 2013.
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The three-man team hasn't been shy about their feelings regarding Alen Hadzic, who's been accused of sexual misconduct dating back to 2013.
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NPR News: Say Hello To The Tokyo Olympic Robots
Say Hello To The Tokyo Olympic Robots
The field support robot will be fetching after all sorts of objects during the weekend's track and field events. It's one of several robots designed to make the Games more user-friendly and efficient.
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The field support robot will be fetching after all sorts of objects during the weekend's track and field events. It's one of several robots designed to make the Games more user-friendly and efficient.
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NPR News: Broadway Shows Will Reopen But Only If You're Vaccinated And Masked
Broadway Shows Will Reopen But Only If You're Vaccinated And Masked
Producers announced the requirements will be in place at least through October. There are exceptions for people, such as children under 12, who can't get vaccinations.
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Producers announced the requirements will be in place at least through October. There are exceptions for people, such as children under 12, who can't get vaccinations.
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NPR News: Get $100 For A Vaccine? Cash Incentives Work For Some, Others Not So Much
Get $100 For A Vaccine? Cash Incentives Work For Some, Others Not So Much
President Biden has called on states and localities to offer $100 to people who get vaccinated. Many states have already offered cash incentives, with varying results.
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President Biden has called on states and localities to offer $100 to people who get vaccinated. Many states have already offered cash incentives, with varying results.
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NPR News: Afghans Who Worked With Foreign Troops Face Reprisal Killings
Afghans Who Worked With Foreign Troops Face Reprisal Killings
Some 200 Afghan special visa holders and their families arrived in the U.S. Thursday. Many Afghans who worked with U.S. forces haven't left, and there have been reprisal killings by the Taliban.
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Some 200 Afghan special visa holders and their families arrived in the U.S. Thursday. Many Afghans who worked with U.S. forces haven't left, and there have been reprisal killings by the Taliban.
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NPR News: Novak Djokovic's 'Golden Slam' Dreams Are Crushed With Olympic Semifinal Elimination
Novak Djokovic's 'Golden Slam' Dreams Are Crushed With Olympic Semifinal Elimination
The Serbian star was beaten in the men's tennis semifinal by Germany's Alexander Zverev. It means he won't make history by winning all four major tournaments and Olympic gold in a single year.
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The Serbian star was beaten in the men's tennis semifinal by Germany's Alexander Zverev. It means he won't make history by winning all four major tournaments and Olympic gold in a single year.
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NPR News: Defending BMX Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Fields Is Hospitalized After A Bad Crash
Defending BMX Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Fields Is Hospitalized After A Bad Crash
Fields, who took gold in BMX racing at the 2016 Olympic Games, came down wrong from a jump and suffered a horrific crash. A Team USA doctor says Fields is stable and awaiting further evaluation.
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Fields, who took gold in BMX racing at the 2016 Olympic Games, came down wrong from a jump and suffered a horrific crash. A Team USA doctor says Fields is stable and awaiting further evaluation.
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NPR News: A New Tunnel Is Spotted At A Chinese Nuclear Test Site
A New Tunnel Is Spotted At A Chinese Nuclear Test Site
Satellite imagery showing a new tunnel comes just weeks after the discovery of two new nuclear missile fields in other parts of China.
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Satellite imagery showing a new tunnel comes just weeks after the discovery of two new nuclear missile fields in other parts of China.
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NPR News: A Cuban Refugee's Optimism Inspires His Grandson's Acting Career
A Cuban Refugee's Optimism Inspires His Grandson's Acting Career
A turbulent Cuba halted Mario GarcÃa's childhood acting career when he fled to a foreign U.S. Still, he hasn't lost hope. At StoryCorps, he and his grandson, Max, dream up their ideal movie roles.
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A turbulent Cuba halted Mario GarcÃa's childhood acting career when he fled to a foreign U.S. Still, he hasn't lost hope. At StoryCorps, he and his grandson, Max, dream up their ideal movie roles.
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NPR News: After Court Ruling, Missouri Begins Implementing Changes To Expand Medicaid
After Court Ruling, Missouri Begins Implementing Changes To Expand Medicaid
After many attempts, Missouri has expanded Medicaid coverage to an additional 275,000 people. That means big changes for those individuals, hospitals and the politics around Medicaid in the state.
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After many attempts, Missouri has expanded Medicaid coverage to an additional 275,000 people. That means big changes for those individuals, hospitals and the politics around Medicaid in the state.
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NPR News: Arkansas' Governor Pleads With Residents To Get The COVID-19 Vaccine
Arkansas' Governor Pleads With Residents To Get The COVID-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 cases in the state are surging and 80,000 vaccine doses are about to expire. Government and health officials are traveling the state, making the case for vaccines as the delta strain spreads.
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COVID-19 cases in the state are surging and 80,000 vaccine doses are about to expire. Government and health officials are traveling the state, making the case for vaccines as the delta strain spreads.
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NPR News: Was It 'Reasonable' To Ship 81 Million Opioid Pills To This Small West Virginia City?
Was It 'Reasonable' To Ship 81 Million Opioid Pills To This Small West Virginia City?
As a landmark federal opioid trial nears completion, West Virginia communities are demanding $2.5 billion in compensation. Drug firms say they acted responsibly in shipping millions of pills.
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As a landmark federal opioid trial nears completion, West Virginia communities are demanding $2.5 billion in compensation. Drug firms say they acted responsibly in shipping millions of pills.
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NPR News: Defending BMX Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Fields Is Hospitalized After A Bad Crash
Defending BMX Olympic Gold Medalist Connor Fields Is Hospitalized After A Bad Crash
Fields, who took gold in BMX racing at the 2016 Olympic Games, came down wrong from a jump and suffered a horrific crash. A Team USA doctor says Fields is stable and awaiting further evaluation.
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Fields, who took gold in BMX racing at the 2016 Olympic Games, came down wrong from a jump and suffered a horrific crash. A Team USA doctor says Fields is stable and awaiting further evaluation.
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NPR News: A New Tunnel Is Spotted At A Chinese Nuclear Test Site
A New Tunnel Is Spotted At A Chinese Nuclear Test Site
Satellite imagery showing a new tunnel comes just weeks after the discovery of two new nuclear missile fields in other parts of China.
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Satellite imagery showing a new tunnel comes just weeks after the discovery of two new nuclear missile fields in other parts of China.
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Thursday, 29 July 2021
NPR News: The Philippine President Says Long-Standing Security Pact With The U.S. Can Continue
The Philippine President Says Long-Standing Security Pact With The U.S. Can Continue
The decision was announced Friday in Manila by Philippines Defense Sec. Delfin Lorenzana and U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin. U.S. military presence in the region is seen as a counterbalance to China.
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The decision was announced Friday in Manila by Philippines Defense Sec. Delfin Lorenzana and U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin. U.S. military presence in the region is seen as a counterbalance to China.
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NPR News: The Philippine President Says Long-Standing Security Pact With The U.S. Can Continue
The Philippine President Says Long-Standing Security Pact With The U.S. Can Continue
The decision was announced Friday in Manila by Philippines Defense Sec. Delfin Lorenzana and U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin. U.S. military presence in the region is seen as a counterbalance to China.
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The decision was announced Friday in Manila by Philippines Defense Sec. Delfin Lorenzana and U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin. U.S. military presence in the region is seen as a counterbalance to China.
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NPR News: There's A Psychology Lesson Behind Why Olympic Bronze Medalists Are So Happy
There's A Psychology Lesson Behind Why Olympic Bronze Medalists Are So Happy
Researchers say it may be counterintuitive because silver medalists perform better, but a study shows that third place winners tend to express more happiness after an Olympic event.
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Researchers say it may be counterintuitive because silver medalists perform better, but a study shows that third place winners tend to express more happiness after an Olympic event.
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NPR News: Bass Downplays Role Of Qualified Immunity In Stalled Police Reform Bill
Bass Downplays Role Of Qualified Immunity In Stalled Police Reform Bill
Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., a lead negotiator trying to forge an agreement over a policing bill, talked about the status of the legislation.
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Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., a lead negotiator trying to forge an agreement over a policing bill, talked about the status of the legislation.
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NPR News: Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them
Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
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Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
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NPR News: Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them
Olympics Spoilers Are Frustrating. Here's How You Can Avoid Them
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
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Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of the U.S. East Coast, allowing spoilers to slip through and upsetting those who want to watch the games later in prime time. Here are some ways you can try to block the news.
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NPR News: Parents Send A Letter To TikTok Demanding To See What Their Kids See
Parents Send A Letter To TikTok Demanding To See What Their Kids See
More than 12,000 parents signed a petition asking TikTok CEO Vanessa Pappas to introduce "mirror" accounts so parents can track how their kids are influenced on the platform.
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More than 12,000 parents signed a petition asking TikTok CEO Vanessa Pappas to introduce "mirror" accounts so parents can track how their kids are influenced on the platform.
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NPR News: 'You Don't Have To Die': In Speech, Biden Described Plan To Get Americans Vaccinated
'You Don't Have To Die': In Speech, Biden Described Plan To Get Americans Vaccinated
President Biden is facing setbacks in his push to get the country vaccinated. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, he's telling federal workers they need to get the shot or get tested regularly.
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President Biden is facing setbacks in his push to get the country vaccinated. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, he's telling federal workers they need to get the shot or get tested regularly.
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NPR News: 7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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NPR News: 7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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NPR News: 7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
7 Things To Look For As Track And Field Begins At The Olympics
For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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For the first time since 2004, there will be no Usain Bolt scorching the track. That means a new generation of speed demons is looking to make its mark.
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NPR News: NSO Employee Says Company Has Suspended Some Contracts After Spyware Revelations
NSO Employee Says Company Has Suspended Some Contracts After Spyware Revelations
The Israeli firm is under scrutiny after reports its products were used by countries seeking to spy on dissidents and leaders
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The Israeli firm is under scrutiny after reports its products were used by countries seeking to spy on dissidents and leaders
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NPR News: Sunisa Lee Is A Beacon Of Hmong American Pride
Sunisa Lee Is A Beacon Of Hmong American Pride
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Angela Vang, who wrote about gold medalist Sunisa Lee for TIME Magazine about what Lee's win means for the Hmong American community.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Angela Vang, who wrote about gold medalist Sunisa Lee for TIME Magazine about what Lee's win means for the Hmong American community.
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NPR News: With COVID-19 Cases On The Rise, Here's How Biden Plans To Turn Things Around
With COVID-19 Cases On The Rise, Here's How Biden Plans To Turn Things Around
President Biden is facing setbacks in his push to get the country vaccinated. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, he's telling federal workers they need to get the shot or get tested regularly.
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President Biden is facing setbacks in his push to get the country vaccinated. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, he's telling federal workers they need to get the shot or get tested regularly.
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NPR News: New Study Links Rate Of Emissions To Extreme Weather
New Study Links Rate Of Emissions To Extreme Weather
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Dr. Jennifer Francis, an expert who studies disproportionate Earth warming, about the new study linking the rate of emissions to the likelihood of extreme heat.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Dr. Jennifer Francis, an expert who studies disproportionate Earth warming, about the new study linking the rate of emissions to the likelihood of extreme heat.
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NPR News: Israel Is Offering Its Older Citizens A 3rd COVID-19 Shot As Infections Rise
Israel Is Offering Its Older Citizens A 3rd COVID-19 Shot As Infections Rise
The country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60. The announcement makes Israel the first country to offer a third dose of a Western vaccine to its citizens on a wide scale.
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The country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60. The announcement makes Israel the first country to offer a third dose of a Western vaccine to its citizens on a wide scale.
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NPR News: Israel Is Offering Its Older Citizens A 3rd COVID-19 Shot As Infections Rise
Israel Is Offering Its Older Citizens A 3rd COVID-19 Shot As Infections Rise
The country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60. The announcement makes Israel the first country to offer a third dose of a Western vaccine to its citizens on a wide scale.
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The country will offer a coronavirus booster to people over 60. The announcement makes Israel the first country to offer a third dose of a Western vaccine to its citizens on a wide scale.
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NPR News: Defrocked Cardinal Theodore McCarrick Is Charged With Sexually Assaulting A Teen
Defrocked Cardinal Theodore McCarrick Is Charged With Sexually Assaulting A Teen
Court documents obtained by The Boston Globe show that McCarrick is charged with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy during a wedding reception in the 1970s.
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Court documents obtained by The Boston Globe show that McCarrick is charged with sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy during a wedding reception in the 1970s.
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NPR News: Newport Folk Festival Returns, In A Year Defined By Uncertainty
Newport Folk Festival Returns, In A Year Defined By Uncertainty
After a silent year in which artists were sent grants instead of invitations to perform, the beloved festival was determined to go on this year – as carefully as possible. And how possible is that?
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After a silent year in which artists were sent grants instead of invitations to perform, the beloved festival was determined to go on this year – as carefully as possible. And how possible is that?
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NPR News: German Cycling Director Is Being Sent Home From Olympics Over Racist Slur
German Cycling Director Is Being Sent Home From Olympics Over Racist Slur
Germany's Olympic federation is firing Patrick Moster as the director of its cycling program, saying his words during a race Wednesday violate Olympic values.
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Germany's Olympic federation is firing Patrick Moster as the director of its cycling program, saying his words during a race Wednesday violate Olympic values.
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NPR News: German Cycling Director Is Being Sent Home From Olympics Over Racist Slur
German Cycling Director Is Being Sent Home From Olympics Over Racist Slur
Germany's Olympic federation is firing Patrick Moster as the director of its cycling program, saying his words during a race Wednesday violate Olympic values.
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Germany's Olympic federation is firing Patrick Moster as the director of its cycling program, saying his words during a race Wednesday violate Olympic values.
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NPR News: Waiting For U.S. Visas, Afghan Interpreters Fear The Taliban
Waiting For U.S. Visas, Afghan Interpreters Fear The Taliban
Thousands of Afghans who worked with U.S. forces were promised a U.S. visa in return. With American troops all but gone, it's unclear how the Biden administration will be able to keep that promise.
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Thousands of Afghans who worked with U.S. forces were promised a U.S. visa in return. With American troops all but gone, it's unclear how the Biden administration will be able to keep that promise.
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NPR News: Waiting For U.S. Visas, Afghan Interpreters Fear The Taliban
Waiting For U.S. Visas, Afghan Interpreters Fear The Taliban
Thousands of Afghans who worked with U.S. forces were promised a U.S. visa in return. With American troops all but gone, it's unclear how the Biden administration will be able to keep that promise.
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Thousands of Afghans who worked with U.S. forces were promised a U.S. visa in return. With American troops all but gone, it's unclear how the Biden administration will be able to keep that promise.
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NPR News: Without Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee And Jade Carey Take The Mat At The Tokyo Olympics
Without Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee And Jade Carey Take The Mat At The Tokyo Olympics
This competition has been defined by who isn't competing. U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time and the heavy favorite to win, pulled out to take care of her mental health.
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This competition has been defined by who isn't competing. U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time and the heavy favorite to win, pulled out to take care of her mental health.
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NPR News: Without Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee And Jade Carey Take The Mat At The Tokyo Olympics
Without Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee And Jade Carey Take The Mat At The Tokyo Olympics
This competition has been defined by who isn't competing. U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time and the heavy favorite to win, pulled out to take care of her mental health.
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This competition has been defined by who isn't competing. U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time and the heavy favorite to win, pulled out to take care of her mental health.
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NPR News: A Tsunami Warning Has Been Issued For Parts Of Alaska After An 8.2 Quake
A Tsunami Warning Has Been Issued For Parts Of Alaska After An 8.2 Quake
The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake Wednesday evening was magnitude 8.2 and struck 56 miles east southeast of Perryville, Alaska, off the state's peninsula.
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The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake Wednesday evening was magnitude 8.2 and struck 56 miles east southeast of Perryville, Alaska, off the state's peninsula.
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NPR News: Everything You'd Want To Know About The Unusual Masks Worn By Team USA Athletes
Everything You'd Want To Know About The Unusual Masks Worn By Team USA Athletes
It's a bold look that has been compared to the masked Batman villain Bane – even by the Japanese organizers of the Tokyo Games. The mask is voluminous and is a nod to the host country, Japan.
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It's a bold look that has been compared to the masked Batman villain Bane – even by the Japanese organizers of the Tokyo Games. The mask is voluminous and is a nod to the host country, Japan.
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NPR News: Everything You'd Want To Know About The Unusual Masks Worn By Team USA Athletes
Everything You'd Want To Know About The Unusual Masks Worn By Team USA Athletes
It's a bold look that has been compared to the masked Batman villain Bane – even by the Japanese organizers of the Tokyo Games. The mask is voluminous and is a nod to the host country, Japan.
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It's a bold look that has been compared to the masked Batman villain Bane – even by the Japanese organizers of the Tokyo Games. The mask is voluminous and is a nod to the host country, Japan.
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Wednesday, 28 July 2021
NPR News: Simone Biles Now Realizes She's More Than Her Gymnastics Accomplishments
Simone Biles Now Realizes She's More Than Her Gymnastics Accomplishments
"the outpouring love & support I've received has made me realize I'm more than my accomplishments and gymnastics which I never truly believed before," Biles said in a tweet.
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"the outpouring love & support I've received has made me realize I'm more than my accomplishments and gymnastics which I never truly believed before," Biles said in a tweet.
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NPR News: Simone Biles Says She Knows Now She's More Than Her Gymnastics Accomplishments
Simone Biles Says She Knows Now She's More Than Her Gymnastics Accomplishments
"the outpouring love & support I've received has made me realize I'm more than my accomplishments and gymnastics which I never truly believed before," Biles said in a tweet.
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"the outpouring love & support I've received has made me realize I'm more than my accomplishments and gymnastics which I never truly believed before," Biles said in a tweet.
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NPR News: Gun Maker Offers Sandy Hook Families $33 Million. Here's What They May Be Considering
Gun Maker Offers Sandy Hook Families $33 Million. Here's What They May Be Considering
The settlement proposal is far lower than what families said they expected. But an attorney with more than 20 years experience working with mass shooting victims, says there's a lot to think about.
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The settlement proposal is far lower than what families said they expected. But an attorney with more than 20 years experience working with mass shooting victims, says there's a lot to think about.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Caeleb Dressel Wins His First-Ever Individual Olympic Gold Medal
U.S. Swimmer Caeleb Dressel Wins His First-Ever Individual Olympic Gold Medal
The 24-year-old sprinter set an Olympic record in the blazing fast two-lap race, claiming his first-ever individual gold medal. It was a strong day in the pool for the U.S.
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The 24-year-old sprinter set an Olympic record in the blazing fast two-lap race, claiming his first-ever individual gold medal. It was a strong day in the pool for the U.S.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Caeleb Dressel Wins His First-Ever Individual Olympic Gold Medal
U.S. Swimmer Caeleb Dressel Wins His First-Ever Individual Olympic Gold Medal
The 24-year-old sprinter set an Olympic record in the blazing fast two-lap race, claiming his first-ever individual gold medal. It was a strong day in the pool for the U.S.
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The 24-year-old sprinter set an Olympic record in the blazing fast two-lap race, claiming his first-ever individual gold medal. It was a strong day in the pool for the U.S.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Bobby Finke Makes Epic Comeback To Win The Men's 800m Freestyle
U.S. Swimmer Bobby Finke Makes Epic Comeback To Win The Men's 800m Freestyle
Bobby Finke made up almost a second and a half in the final stretch of the 16 lap race, making up time and surging past the leaders to win the event at the Tokyo Olympics.
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Bobby Finke made up almost a second and a half in the final stretch of the 16 lap race, making up time and surging past the leaders to win the event at the Tokyo Olympics.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Bobby Finke Makes Epic Comeback To Win The Men's 800m Freestyle
U.S. Swimmer Bobby Finke Makes Epic Comeback To Win The Men's 800m Freestyle
Bobby Finke made up almost a second and a half in the final stretch of the 16 lap race, making up time and surging past the leaders to win the event at the Tokyo Olympics.
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Bobby Finke made up almost a second and a half in the final stretch of the 16 lap race, making up time and surging past the leaders to win the event at the Tokyo Olympics.
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NPR News: Tokyo Hits New High For Daily COVID-19 Cases. This Time, No Olympians Are Among Them
Tokyo Hits New High For Daily COVID-19 Cases. This Time, No Olympians Are Among Them
The capital city surpassed a record that had been set just a day earlier, notching more than 3,000 new cases on Tuesday. For the first time in four days, no Olympic athletes tested positive.
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The capital city surpassed a record that had been set just a day earlier, notching more than 3,000 new cases on Tuesday. For the first time in four days, no Olympic athletes tested positive.
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NPR News: As Megan Rapinoe Promotes CBD Use, Sha'Carri Richardson Sits Out The Olympics
As Megan Rapinoe Promotes CBD Use, Sha'Carri Richardson Sits Out The Olympics
Critics are outraged, saying the anti-doping agency for the games is turning a blind eye for the white athlete on the heels of suspending the Black sprinter earlier this month.
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Critics are outraged, saying the anti-doping agency for the games is turning a blind eye for the white athlete on the heels of suspending the Black sprinter earlier this month.
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NPR News: Democratic Donor Ed Buck Is Convicted In Deaths Of 2 Men He Offered Drugs For Sex
Democratic Donor Ed Buck Is Convicted In Deaths Of 2 Men He Offered Drugs For Sex
A jury convicted the wealthy Californian on charges he injected gay men with methamphetamine in exchange for sex, leading to two deaths and other overdoses. He faces a potential life sentence.
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A jury convicted the wealthy Californian on charges he injected gay men with methamphetamine in exchange for sex, leading to two deaths and other overdoses. He faces a potential life sentence.
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NPR News: Read What Simone Biles Said After Her Withdrawal From The Olympic Final
Read What Simone Biles Said After Her Withdrawal From The Olympic Final
Simone Biles' decision to exit the women's team final has prompted comments from around the world. Here's the transcript of what the gymnast said about her exit.
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Simone Biles' decision to exit the women's team final has prompted comments from around the world. Here's the transcript of what the gymnast said about her exit.
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NPR News: Rooibos Tea Is Africa's First Food To Join The EU's List Of Protected Products
Rooibos Tea Is Africa's First Food To Join The EU's List Of Protected Products
Rooibos joins France's Champagne, Greece's feta cheese and Columbian coffee on the list. The tea is said to have numerous health benefits.
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Rooibos joins France's Champagne, Greece's feta cheese and Columbian coffee on the list. The tea is said to have numerous health benefits.
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NPR News: A Court In Ecuador Has Stripped Julian Assange Of His Citizenship
A Court In Ecuador Has Stripped Julian Assange Of His Citizenship
Assange spent seven years in Ecuador's London embassy to avoid extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape and sexual assault. He's currently in a London prison for a separate legal matter.
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Assange spent seven years in Ecuador's London embassy to avoid extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape and sexual assault. He's currently in a London prison for a separate legal matter.
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NPR News: Rooibos Tea Is Africa's First Food To Join The EU's List Of Protected Products
Rooibos Tea Is Africa's First Food To Join The EU's List Of Protected Products
Rooibos joins France's Champagne, Greece's feta cheese and Columbian coffee on the list. The tea is said to have numerous health benefits.
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Rooibos joins France's Champagne, Greece's feta cheese and Columbian coffee on the list. The tea is said to have numerous health benefits.
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NPR News: A Court In Ecuador Has Stripped Julian Assange Of His Citizenship
A Court In Ecuador Has Stripped Julian Assange Of His Citizenship
Assange spent seven years in Ecuador's London embassy to avoid extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape and sexual assault. He's currently in a London prison for a separate legal matter.
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Assange spent seven years in Ecuador's London embassy to avoid extradition to Sweden to face allegations of rape and sexual assault. He's currently in a London prison for a separate legal matter.
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NPR News: The DOJ Won't Defend Rep. Mo Brooks In Court Against Claims He Incited Jan. 6 Riot
The DOJ Won't Defend Rep. Mo Brooks In Court Against Claims He Incited Jan. 6 Riot
A civil lawsuit accuses Brooks, an Alabama Republican, of helping incite a pro-Trump mob into storming the Capitol on Jan. 6. Named alongside Brooks in the suit is former President Trump and others.
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A civil lawsuit accuses Brooks, an Alabama Republican, of helping incite a pro-Trump mob into storming the Capitol on Jan. 6. Named alongside Brooks in the suit is former President Trump and others.
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NPR News: U.S. 3x3 Women's Basketball Takes Gold In The Sport's Olympic Debut
U.S. 3x3 Women's Basketball Takes Gold In The Sport's Olympic Debut
The U.S. women's team took an early lead against the Russians and maintained it the entire game. The action unfolds over just 10 minutes — or the first to 21 points if that happens more quickly.
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The U.S. women's team took an early lead against the Russians and maintained it the entire game. The action unfolds over just 10 minutes — or the first to 21 points if that happens more quickly.
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NPR News: U.S. 3x3 Women's Basketball Takes Gold In The Sport's Olympic Debut
U.S. 3x3 Women's Basketball Takes Gold In The Sport's Olympic Debut
The U.S. women's team took an early lead against the Russians and maintained it the entire game. The action unfolds over just 10 minutes — or the first to 21 points if that happens more quickly.
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The U.S. women's team took an early lead against the Russians and maintained it the entire game. The action unfolds over just 10 minutes — or the first to 21 points if that happens more quickly.
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NPR News: How The Olympic Medal Table Explains The World
How The Olympic Medal Table Explains The World
The medal table provides a concise lesson in world history for the past century, reflecting wars won and lost, economic growth and decline and a country's overall standing on the international stage.
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The medal table provides a concise lesson in world history for the past century, reflecting wars won and lost, economic growth and decline and a country's overall standing on the international stage.
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NPR News: How The Olympic Medal Table Explains The World
How The Olympic Medal Table Explains The World
The medal table provides a concise lesson in world history for the past century, reflecting wars won and lost, economic growth and decline and a country's overall standing on the international stage.
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The medal table provides a concise lesson in world history for the past century, reflecting wars won and lost, economic growth and decline and a country's overall standing on the international stage.
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NPR News: China's New U.S. Ambassador Pioneered The Foreign Ministry's Brash Tone
China's New U.S. Ambassador Pioneered The Foreign Ministry's Brash Tone
Qin Gang brought a tougher style to China's foreign ministry pulpit. Now he is Beijing's man in Washington, inheriting a hard post amid the most fraught relations in years between China and the U.S.
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Qin Gang brought a tougher style to China's foreign ministry pulpit. Now he is Beijing's man in Washington, inheriting a hard post amid the most fraught relations in years between China and the U.S.
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NPR News: Masks To Return To The U.S. House And White House After The CDC Changes Guidance
Masks To Return To The U.S. House And White House After The CDC Changes Guidance
Congress's attending physician announced vaccinated and unvaccinated House members will again have to mask up while in the U.S. Capitol or risk a fine.
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Congress's attending physician announced vaccinated and unvaccinated House members will again have to mask up while in the U.S. Capitol or risk a fine.
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NPR News: Pandemic Lessons: Urban Planners Are Rethinking Downtown Spaces
Pandemic Lessons: Urban Planners Are Rethinking Downtown Spaces
Some cities are taking the opportunity to re-imagine their downtown areas. Now a big influx of federal funding could help set those plans into action.
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Some cities are taking the opportunity to re-imagine their downtown areas. Now a big influx of federal funding could help set those plans into action.
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NPR News: Policing In Minneapolis May Look Different After A Ballot Vote In November
Policing In Minneapolis May Look Different After A Ballot Vote In November
After the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis leaders pledged to dismantle the city's police department. Residents disagree on what that should look like.
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After the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis leaders pledged to dismantle the city's police department. Residents disagree on what that should look like.
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NPR News: Men Who Have Been Sexually Abused Have Trouble Getting Treatment
Men Who Have Been Sexually Abused Have Trouble Getting Treatment
One man's struggle to get treatment for the abuse he suffered as a child serves as a lesson for others.
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One man's struggle to get treatment for the abuse he suffered as a child serves as a lesson for others.
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NPR News: China's New U.S. Ambassador Pioneered The Foreign Ministry's Brash Tone
China's New U.S. Ambassador Pioneered The Foreign Ministry's Brash Tone
Qin Gang brought a tougher style to China's foreign ministry pulpit. Now he is Beijing's man in Washington, inheriting a hard post amid the most fraught relations in years between China and the U.S.
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Qin Gang brought a tougher style to China's foreign ministry pulpit. Now he is Beijing's man in Washington, inheriting a hard post amid the most fraught relations in years between China and the U.S.
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Tuesday, 27 July 2021
NPR News: Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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NPR News: Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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NPR News: Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
Katie Ledecky Wins Her First Gold Of The Tokyo Olympics
The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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The biggest star of U.S. swimming has not had the start to these Olympics that she wanted. But she absolutely dominated in the 1,500 meter freestyle race.
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NPR News: LGBTQ Athletes Are Racking Up Medals At The Olympics
LGBTQ Athletes Are Racking Up Medals At The Olympics
Ten years ago there were only about two dozen openly LGBTQ Olympians competing in the games. Today, there are more than 160.
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Ten years ago there were only about two dozen openly LGBTQ Olympians competing in the games. Today, there are more than 160.
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NPR News: The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport
The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport
Traditional basketball's scrappy cousin is making its Olympic debut in Tokyo, introducing the world to the dizzyingly fast, more compact play of the game of driveways and public parks.
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Traditional basketball's scrappy cousin is making its Olympic debut in Tokyo, introducing the world to the dizzyingly fast, more compact play of the game of driveways and public parks.
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NPR News: Tom Daley Sends A Powerful Message To The LGBTQ Community After His Gold Medal Win
Tom Daley Sends A Powerful Message To The LGBTQ Community After His Gold Medal Win
"I feel incredibly proud to say that I am a gay man and also an Olympic champion," the 27-year-old diver from Great Britain told his fans. Daley's gold was the first of his Olympic career.
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"I feel incredibly proud to say that I am a gay man and also an Olympic champion," the 27-year-old diver from Great Britain told his fans. Daley's gold was the first of his Olympic career.
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NPR News: The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport
The U.S. Will Likely Medal In 3x3 Basketball. What To Know About The New Sport
Traditional basketball's scrappy cousin is making its Olympic debut in Tokyo, introducing the world to the dizzyingly fast, more compact play of the game of driveways and public parks.
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Traditional basketball's scrappy cousin is making its Olympic debut in Tokyo, introducing the world to the dizzyingly fast, more compact play of the game of driveways and public parks.
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NPR News: Tom Daley Sends A Powerful Message To The LGBTQ Community After His Gold Medal Win
Tom Daley Sends A Powerful Message To The LGBTQ Community After His Gold Medal Win
"I feel incredibly proud to say that I am a gay man and also an Olympic champion," the 27-year-old diver from Great Britain told his fans. Daley's gold was the first of his Olympic career.
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"I feel incredibly proud to say that I am a gay man and also an Olympic champion," the 27-year-old diver from Great Britain told his fans. Daley's gold was the first of his Olympic career.
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NPR News: When Simone Biles Pulled Out, Jordan Chiles Stepped In
When Simone Biles Pulled Out, Jordan Chiles Stepped In
Chiles had been slated to compete in just two events in the team final: vault and floor. But with Biles out of the competition, she was suddenly competing on the balance beam and uneven bars too.
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Chiles had been slated to compete in just two events in the team final: vault and floor. But with Biles out of the competition, she was suddenly competing on the balance beam and uneven bars too.
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NPR News: Britney Spears' Lawyer Files To Have Her Father Removed From Controlling Her Finances
Britney Spears' Lawyer Files To Have Her Father Removed From Controlling Her Finances
In a blistering 120-page document submitted to Los Angeles Superior Court Monday, Mathew Rosengart claims that Jamie Spears appears to be responsible for the "dissipation" of the singer's fortune.
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In a blistering 120-page document submitted to Los Angeles Superior Court Monday, Mathew Rosengart claims that Jamie Spears appears to be responsible for the "dissipation" of the singer's fortune.
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NPR News: A Man Accused Of Killing 8 In Atlanta Area Spa Shootings Pleads Guilty To 4 Deaths
A Man Accused Of Killing 8 In Atlanta Area Spa Shootings Pleads Guilty To 4 Deaths
Robert Aaron Long was hoping for a sentence of life without parole to the first four of the shooting deaths. He still faces the death penalty if convicted in four more shooting deaths in Atlanta.
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Robert Aaron Long was hoping for a sentence of life without parole to the first four of the shooting deaths. He still faces the death penalty if convicted in four more shooting deaths in Atlanta.
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NPR News: Cuba Blames The U.S. For A Molotov Cocktail Attack At Its Paris Embassy
Cuba Blames The U.S. For A Molotov Cocktail Attack At Its Paris Embassy
French authorities are investigating the attack late Monday. Cuban embassies around the world have have been the scene demonstrations since protests erupted on the island earlier this month.
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French authorities are investigating the attack late Monday. Cuban embassies around the world have have been the scene demonstrations since protests erupted on the island earlier this month.
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NPR News: Cuba Blames The U.S. For A Molotov Cocktail Attack At Its Paris Embassy
Cuba Blames The U.S. For A Molotov Cocktail Attack At Its Paris Embassy
French authorities are investigating the attack late Monday. Cuban embassies around the world have have been the scene demonstrations since protests erupted on the island earlier this month.
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French authorities are investigating the attack late Monday. Cuban embassies around the world have have been the scene demonstrations since protests erupted on the island earlier this month.
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NPR News: North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels After Near 14 Months Of Silence
North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels After Near 14 Months Of Silence
North and South Korea have reopened a hotline that was closed for nearly 14 months. "We hope that inter-Korean communications are never again suspended," a South Korean official said.
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North and South Korea have reopened a hotline that was closed for nearly 14 months. "We hope that inter-Korean communications are never again suspended," a South Korean official said.
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NPR News: North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels And Agree To Improve Ties
North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels And Agree To Improve Ties
North and South Korea have reopened a hotline that was closed for nearly 14 months. "We hope that inter-Korean communications are never again suspended," a South Korean official said.
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North and South Korea have reopened a hotline that was closed for nearly 14 months. "We hope that inter-Korean communications are never again suspended," a South Korean official said.
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NPR News: Simone Biles Pulls Out Of The Olympic Team Gymnastics Final 'Due To A Medical Issue'
Simone Biles Pulls Out Of The Olympic Team Gymnastics Final 'Due To A Medical Issue'
U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time, pulled out of the competition after the first apparatus — the vault. It's a devastating development for the U.S. women's team.
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U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time, pulled out of the competition after the first apparatus — the vault. It's a devastating development for the U.S. women's team.
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NPR News: Simone Biles Pulls Out Of The Olympic Team Gymnastics Final
Simone Biles Pulls Out Of The Olympic Team Gymnastics Final
U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time, pulled out of the competition after the first apparatus — the vault. It's a devastating development for the U.S. women's team.
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U.S. star Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast of all time, pulled out of the competition after the first apparatus — the vault. It's a devastating development for the U.S. women's team.
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NPR News: The Behavioral Economics Manifesto Gets Revised
The Behavioral Economics Manifesto Gets Revised
We speak with the Nobel Prize-winning founder of behavioral economics about the new — and last — version of his classic book, Nudge.
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We speak with the Nobel Prize-winning founder of behavioral economics about the new — and last — version of his classic book, Nudge.
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NPR News: North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels, Agree To Improve Ties
North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels, Agree To Improve Ties
North and South Korea have reopened a hotline closed for nearly 14 months and and spoken hopefully of improved relations.
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North and South Korea have reopened a hotline closed for nearly 14 months and and spoken hopefully of improved relations.
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NPR News: North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels, Agree To Improve Ties
North And South Korea Restart Communication Channels, Agree To Improve Ties
North and South Korea have reopened a hotline closed for nearly 14 months, and spoken hopefully of improved relations.
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North and South Korea have reopened a hotline closed for nearly 14 months, and spoken hopefully of improved relations.
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NPR News: Tunisia's Nascent Democracy Is In Crisis. But Trouble Has Been Brewing For A Decade
Tunisia's Nascent Democracy Is In Crisis. But Trouble Has Been Brewing For A Decade
President Kais Saied plunged the country into uncertainty after shutting down parliament and firing the prime minister as well as the country's defense and justice ministers.
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President Kais Saied plunged the country into uncertainty after shutting down parliament and firing the prime minister as well as the country's defense and justice ministers.
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NPR News: Tunisia's Nascent Democracy Is In Crisis. But Trouble Has Been Brewing For A Decade
Tunisia's Nascent Democracy Is In Crisis. But Trouble Has Been Brewing For A Decade
President Kais Saied plunged the country into uncertainty after shutting down parliament and firing the prime minister as well as the country's defense and justice ministers.
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President Kais Saied plunged the country into uncertainty after shutting down parliament and firing the prime minister as well as the country's defense and justice ministers.
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NPR News: Families Splurge On Clothes And Electronics In Likely Record Back-To-School Spree
Families Splurge On Clothes And Electronics In Likely Record Back-To-School Spree
Last year it was all about chairs and headphones. This year it's time for T-shirts and sneakers — and more laptops. Back-to-school shopping in the U.S. is expected to top $37 billion.
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Last year it was all about chairs and headphones. This year it's time for T-shirts and sneakers — and more laptops. Back-to-school shopping in the U.S. is expected to top $37 billion.
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NPR News: Are You A COVID Long Hauler? Send Us Your Questions About Living With Chronic Illness
Are You A COVID Long Hauler? Send Us Your Questions About Living With Chronic Illness
COVID-19 symptoms can linger for months after recovery, commonly known as 'post-COVID syndrome.' NPR's Consider This podcast would like to hear your questions about living with long COVID.
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COVID-19 symptoms can linger for months after recovery, commonly known as 'post-COVID syndrome.' NPR's Consider This podcast would like to hear your questions about living with long COVID.
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NPR News: The Climate Change Link To More And Bigger Wildfires
The Climate Change Link To More And Bigger Wildfires
Researchers who study evidence of fires through the millennia say to expect more and bigger fires as the climate continues to warm. Fire season is already months longer than in the 1970s.
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Researchers who study evidence of fires through the millennia say to expect more and bigger fires as the climate continues to warm. Fire season is already months longer than in the 1970s.
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Monday, 26 July 2021
NPR News: Bermuda Wins Olympic Gold. It Has The Smallest Population To Ever Do That
Bermuda Wins Olympic Gold. It Has The Smallest Population To Ever Do That
Flora Duffy is one of two Bermudian athletes participating in the Tokyo Olympics. The remote set of islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more than 600 miles from the closest land mass.
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Flora Duffy is one of two Bermudian athletes participating in the Tokyo Olympics. The remote set of islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more than 600 miles from the closest land mass.
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NPR News: Bermuda Wins Olympic Gold. It Has The Smallest Population To Ever Do That
Bermuda Wins Olympic Gold. It Has The Smallest Population To Ever Do That
Flora Duffy is one of two Bermudian athletes participating in the Tokyo Olympics. The remote set of islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more than 600 miles from the closest land mass.
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Flora Duffy is one of two Bermudian athletes participating in the Tokyo Olympics. The remote set of islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean is more than 600 miles from the closest land mass.
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NPR News: France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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NPR News: How Some Districts Are Trying To Get Anxious Families Back Into School Buildings
How Some Districts Are Trying To Get Anxious Families Back Into School Buildings
Parents across the country are weighing whether to send their children to in-person school this fall. Some districts are getting creative in an effort to win them back.
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Parents across the country are weighing whether to send their children to in-person school this fall. Some districts are getting creative in an effort to win them back.
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NPR News: France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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NPR News: France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
France Passes Law That Makes A Coronavirus Health Pass Required For Dining And Travel
The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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The law requires a special pass to enter restaurants, trains, planes and other public venues. To get the pass, people must have proof they are vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from the virus.
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NPR News: As U.S. Withdraws, Civilian Casualties In Afghanistan Reach A Record High
As U.S. Withdraws, Civilian Casualties In Afghanistan Reach A Record High
The U.N. warns that without a major de-escalation in violence, Afghanistan is on course to have the highest ever number of documented civilian casualties in a single year since record-keeping began.
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The U.N. warns that without a major de-escalation in violence, Afghanistan is on course to have the highest ever number of documented civilian casualties in a single year since record-keeping began.
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NPR News: At Least 7 People Die In A 20-Car Pileup In A Utah Sandstorm
At Least 7 People Die In A 20-Car Pileup In A Utah Sandstorm
Ground and air ambulances were used to transport victims of the crash on Interstate 15, which happened about 160 miles south of Salt Lake City.
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Ground and air ambulances were used to transport victims of the crash on Interstate 15, which happened about 160 miles south of Salt Lake City.
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NPR News: As U.S. Withdraws, Civilian Casualties In Afghanistan Reach A Record High
As U.S. Withdraws, Civilian Casualties In Afghanistan Reach A Record High
The U.N. warns that without a major de-escalation in violence, Afghanistan is on course to have the highest ever number of documented civilian casualties in a single year since record-keeping began.
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The U.N. warns that without a major de-escalation in violence, Afghanistan is on course to have the highest ever number of documented civilian casualties in a single year since record-keeping began.
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NPR News: The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan
The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan
The elements of the bouquet carry a deeper story, and they are years in the making. They're meant to symbolize the country rising from the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
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The elements of the bouquet carry a deeper story, and they are years in the making. They're meant to symbolize the country rising from the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
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NPR News: Florida Now Leads The Nation In New COVID-19 Cases
Florida Now Leads The Nation In New COVID-19 Cases
NPR's Sarah McCammon talks to Dr. Peggy Duggan, chief medical officer at Tampa General Hospital, about the increase in patients. CDC data indicates one-in-five new infections is happening in Florida.
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NPR's Sarah McCammon talks to Dr. Peggy Duggan, chief medical officer at Tampa General Hospital, about the increase in patients. CDC data indicates one-in-five new infections is happening in Florida.
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NPR News: Drew And Kayla Gottfried Thought Their Wedding Video Had Been Erased
Drew And Kayla Gottfried Thought Their Wedding Video Had Been Erased
It turns out, 14 years later, that a video was hiding among old boxes at their church. Drew surprised Kayla with the video by screening it at local movie theater on their anniversary.
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It turns out, 14 years later, that a video was hiding among old boxes at their church. Drew surprised Kayla with the video by screening it at local movie theater on their anniversary.
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NPR News: Atlanta's Scandal-Plagued Ex-Mayor Is Trying To Make A Comeback
Atlanta's Scandal-Plagued Ex-Mayor Is Trying To Make A Comeback
A rise in crime is playing into mayoral races. In Atlanta, Kasim Reed, a two-term mayor who left office in a cloud of corruption allegations, is a leading candidate, running a campaign tough on crime.
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A rise in crime is playing into mayoral races. In Atlanta, Kasim Reed, a two-term mayor who left office in a cloud of corruption allegations, is a leading candidate, running a campaign tough on crime.
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NPR News: The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan
The Flowers For Olympic Medalists Carry Deep Meaning In Japan
The elements of the bouquet carry a deeper story, and they are years in the making. They're meant to symbolize the country rising from the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
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The elements of the bouquet carry a deeper story, and they are years in the making. They're meant to symbolize the country rising from the devastating earthquake and tsunami in 2011.
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NPR News: How A U.S. Olympic Pair Keeps Going After One Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Tokyo
How A U.S. Olympic Pair Keeps Going After One Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Tokyo
When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. It was devastating but they're continuing to fight.
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When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. It was devastating but they're continuing to fight.
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NPR News: How A U.S. Olympic Pair Keeps Going After One Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Tokyo
How A U.S. Olympic Pair Keeps Going After One Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Tokyo
When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. It was devastating but they're continuing to fight.
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When a U.S. beach volleyball player tested positive for coronavirus, his teammate needed to find another partner before their first Olympic match. It was devastating but they're continuing to fight.
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NPR News: Many Airlines Are Ill-Prepared For The Wave Of Returning Passengers
Many Airlines Are Ill-Prepared For The Wave Of Returning Passengers
As millions of Americans return to the skies, some airlines are struggling to meet demand, and deal with a spike in unruly behavior by passengers — mostly over the mask mandate.
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As millions of Americans return to the skies, some airlines are struggling to meet demand, and deal with a spike in unruly behavior by passengers — mostly over the mask mandate.
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NPR News: Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next 10 years.
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Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next 10 years.
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NPR News: Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next ten years.
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Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next ten years.
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NPR News: Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Marlboro Maker CEO Says The Company Plans To Stop Selling Smokes In The U.K.
Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next 10 years.
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Tobacco giant Philip Morris International is pivoting away from cigarettes. Part of its reinvention plan is to stop selling cigarettes in the United Kingdom in the next 10 years.
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Sunday, 25 July 2021
NPR News: Amid Massive Hospital Sell-Off, Corporate Giant Continues Suing Patients
Amid Massive Hospital Sell-Off, Corporate Giant Continues Suing Patients
As Community Health Systems has downsized, what remain are like zombie hospitals – little more than legal entities still taking patients to court even though the new owners don't sue.
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As Community Health Systems has downsized, what remain are like zombie hospitals – little more than legal entities still taking patients to court even though the new owners don't sue.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Katie Ledecky Takes Silver In Her First Final In Tokyo
U.S. Swimmer Katie Ledecky Takes Silver In Her First Final In Tokyo
Australia's Ariarne Titmus narrowly edged her out of gold in the 400 meter freestyle final. Ledecky, the biggest star of U.S. swimming, has a fierce rivalry with Titmus.
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Australia's Ariarne Titmus narrowly edged her out of gold in the 400 meter freestyle final. Ledecky, the biggest star of U.S. swimming, has a fierce rivalry with Titmus.
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NPR News: U.S. Swimmer Katie Ledecky Takes Silver In Her First Final In Tokyo
U.S. Swimmer Katie Ledecky Takes Silver In Her First Final In Tokyo
Australia's Ariarne Titmus narrowly edged her out of gold in the 400 meter freestyle final. Ledecky, the biggest star of U.S. swimming, has a fierce rivalry with Titmus.
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Australia's Ariarne Titmus narrowly edged her out of gold in the 400 meter freestyle final. Ledecky, the biggest star of U.S. swimming, has a fierce rivalry with Titmus.
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NPR News: Tunisian President Fires Prime Minister After Violent Protests
Tunisian President Fires Prime Minister After Violent Protests
Protesters erupted in celebration after President Kais Saied dismissed PM Hichem Mechichi Sunday and froze parliament's activities, following unrest over the country's pandemic and economic situation.
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Protesters erupted in celebration after President Kais Saied dismissed PM Hichem Mechichi Sunday and froze parliament's activities, following unrest over the country's pandemic and economic situation.
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NPR News: Tunisian President Fires Prime Minister After Violent Protests
Tunisian President Fires Prime Minister After Violent Protests
Protesters erupted in celebration after President Kais Saied dismissed PM Hichem Mechichi Sunday and froze parliament's activities, following unrest over the country's pandemic and economic situation.
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Protesters erupted in celebration after President Kais Saied dismissed PM Hichem Mechichi Sunday and froze parliament's activities, following unrest over the country's pandemic and economic situation.
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NPR News: Civil Rights Activist Bob Moses Dies At 86
Civil Rights Activist Bob Moses Dies At 86
Moses was a civil rights crusader and educator who led Black voter registration drives in the American South during the 1960s.
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Moses was a civil rights crusader and educator who led Black voter registration drives in the American South during the 1960s.
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NPR News: Amid Haiti Upheaval, Rapper Wants His Country's Resiliency To Be The Focus
Amid Haiti Upheaval, Rapper Wants His Country's Resiliency To Be The Focus
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Haitian-American rapper, Mach-Hommy, about the unrest in his homeland and his latest release, "Pray For Haiti."
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Haitian-American rapper, Mach-Hommy, about the unrest in his homeland and his latest release, "Pray For Haiti."
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NPR News: Censorship Scholar On Book Bans And Critical Race Theory
Censorship Scholar On Book Bans And Critical Race Theory
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Richard Price, author of the Adventures In Censorship blog, about trends in censorship and book banning.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Richard Price, author of the Adventures In Censorship blog, about trends in censorship and book banning.
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NPR News: Civil Rights Activist Bob Moses Dies At 86
Civil Rights Activist Bob Moses Dies At 86
Veteran civil rights activist and educator Bob Moses has died at the age of 86. Moses spent the early 1960s working for the Students Nonviolent Coordination Committee in Mississippi.
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Veteran civil rights activist and educator Bob Moses has died at the age of 86. Moses spent the early 1960s working for the Students Nonviolent Coordination Committee in Mississippi.
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NPR News: Amid Haiti Upheaval, Rapper Wants His Country's Resiliency To Be The Focus
Amid Haiti Upheaval, Rapper Wants His Country's Resiliency To Be The Focus
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Haitian-American rapper, Mach-Hommy, about the unrest in his homeland and his latest release, "Pray For Haiti."
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Haitian-American rapper, Mach-Hommy, about the unrest in his homeland and his latest release, "Pray For Haiti."
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NPR News: Residents Of Upstate New York Eagerly Await Reopening Of U.S-Canadian Border
Residents Of Upstate New York Eagerly Await Reopening Of U.S-Canadian Border
People in Plattsburgh, New York are looking forward to the August 9th reopening of the nearby U.S.-Canadian border to fully vaccinated Americans.
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People in Plattsburgh, New York are looking forward to the August 9th reopening of the nearby U.S.-Canadian border to fully vaccinated Americans.
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NPR News: What's Next At The Site Of The Surfside Condo Collapse
What's Next At The Site Of The Surfside Condo Collapse
The search effort in Surfside, Fla., has ended. Residents and officials are debating what will happen to the site of the condo collapse, including if developers should be allowed to build there.
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The search effort in Surfside, Fla., has ended. Residents and officials are debating what will happen to the site of the condo collapse, including if developers should be allowed to build there.
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NPR News: U.S. Women's Gymnasts Have A Surprisingly Rough 1st Day Of Olympic Competition
U.S. Women's Gymnasts Have A Surprisingly Rough 1st Day Of Olympic Competition
A few stumbles from U.S. gymnasts – including from star Simone Biles – allowed Russia's team to take the lead. The U.S. is the heavy favorite. Russia came out one point ahead with the total team score
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A few stumbles from U.S. gymnasts – including from star Simone Biles – allowed Russia's team to take the lead. The U.S. is the heavy favorite. Russia came out one point ahead with the total team score
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NPR News: U.S. Women's Gymnasts Have A Surprisingly Rough 1st Day Of Olympic Competition
U.S. Women's Gymnasts Have A Surprisingly Rough 1st Day Of Olympic Competition
A few stumbles from U.S. gymnasts – including from star Simone Biles – allowed Russia's team to take the lead. The U.S. is the heavy favorite. Russia came out one point ahead with the total team score
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A few stumbles from U.S. gymnasts – including from star Simone Biles – allowed Russia's team to take the lead. The U.S. is the heavy favorite. Russia came out one point ahead with the total team score
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NPR News: A Young Tunisian Shocks The Swimming Field To Win Olympic Gold
A Young Tunisian Shocks The Swimming Field To Win Olympic Gold
18-year-old Ahmed Hafnaoui seemed stunned by the result. "I just can't accept that - it is too incredible," he said after his victory in the 400 meter freestyle event.
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18-year-old Ahmed Hafnaoui seemed stunned by the result. "I just can't accept that - it is too incredible," he said after his victory in the 400 meter freestyle event.
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Saturday, 24 July 2021
NPR News: A Young Tunisian Shocks The Swimming Field To Win Olympic Gold
A Young Tunisian Shocks The Swimming Field To Win Olympic Gold
18-year-old Ahmed Hafnaoui seemed stunned by the result. "I just can't accept that - it is too incredible," he said after his victory in the 400 meter freestyle event.
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18-year-old Ahmed Hafnaoui seemed stunned by the result. "I just can't accept that - it is too incredible," he said after his victory in the 400 meter freestyle event.
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NPR News: Montana Wildfire Fight Draws Help From Other States As Much Of The West Burns
Montana Wildfire Fight Draws Help From Other States As Much Of The West Burns
Firefighter crews from Utah and California are headed to Montana to help fight massive fires in Montana, even as bigger blazes rage back home.
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Firefighter crews from Utah and California are headed to Montana to help fight massive fires in Montana, even as bigger blazes rage back home.
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NPR News: Vietnam Locks Down Hanoi For 15 Days As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Vietnam Locks Down Hanoi For 15 Days As COVID-19 Cases Rise
The order bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses are allowed to stay open. Ho Chi Minh City has also extended its lockdown.
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The order bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses are allowed to stay open. Ho Chi Minh City has also extended its lockdown.
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NPR News: Vietnam Locks Down Hanoi For 15 Days As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Vietnam Locks Down Hanoi For 15 Days As COVID-19 Cases Rise
The order bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses are allowed to stay open. Ho Chi Minh City has also extended its lockdown.
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The order bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses are allowed to stay open. Ho Chi Minh City has also extended its lockdown.
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NPR News: Thousands Of People Protest Coronavirus Lockdowns In Australia
Thousands Of People Protest Coronavirus Lockdowns In Australia
The streets of Sydney and other cities filled with protesters opposed to lockdown restrictions amid another surge in cases. Participants carried signs calling for "freedom" and "the truth."
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The streets of Sydney and other cities filled with protesters opposed to lockdown restrictions amid another surge in cases. Participants carried signs calling for "freedom" and "the truth."
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NPR News: Thousands Of People Protest Coronavirus Lockdowns In Australia
Thousands Of People Protest Coronavirus Lockdowns In Australia
The streets of Sydney and other cities filled with protesters opposed to lockdown restrictions amid another surge in cases. Participants carried signs calling for "freedom" and "the truth."
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The streets of Sydney and other cities filled with protesters opposed to lockdown restrictions amid another surge in cases. Participants carried signs calling for "freedom" and "the truth."
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NPR News: U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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NPR News: U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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NPR News: U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics Comeback
Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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Team USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.
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NPR News: 'Rebel' Skateboarding Is Ready For Its Olympic Debut in Tokyo
'Rebel' Skateboarding Is Ready For Its Olympic Debut in Tokyo
Skateboarding is one of four new sports added to the Olympics this year. For skateboarders who have long loved their rebel status, performing in the mainstream Olympics is just a bit different.
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Skateboarding is one of four new sports added to the Olympics this year. For skateboarders who have long loved their rebel status, performing in the mainstream Olympics is just a bit different.
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NPR News: 'Rebel' Skateboarding Is Ready For Its Olympic Debut in Tokyo
'Rebel' Skateboarding Is Ready For Its Olympic Debut in Tokyo
Skateboarding is one of four new sports added to the Olympics this year. For skateboarders who have long loved their rebel status, performing in the mainstream Olympics is just a bit different.
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Skateboarding is one of four new sports added to the Olympics this year. For skateboarders who have long loved their rebel status, performing in the mainstream Olympics is just a bit different.
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NPR News: New Illinois Law To Require Asian-American History In Public Schools
New Illinois Law To Require Asian-American History In Public Schools
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Illinois State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz about a new law that would make Asian-American history a mandatory part of the state's public school curriculum.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Illinois State Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz about a new law that would make Asian-American history a mandatory part of the state's public school curriculum.
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NPR News: What Can The IRS Do To Enforce Tax Laws?
What Can The IRS Do To Enforce Tax Laws?
NPR's Scott Simon discusses the ability of the IRS to enforce tax laws with Chye-Ching Huang of the Tax Law Center at the NYU School of Law.
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NPR's Scott Simon discusses the ability of the IRS to enforce tax laws with Chye-Ching Huang of the Tax Law Center at the NYU School of Law.
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NPR News: As An Army Chorus Member, He Didn't Carry A Weapon. His Job Was To Sing
As An Army Chorus Member, He Didn't Carry A Weapon. His Job Was To Sing
Master Sgt. Alvy Powell Jr. sang opera at some of country's most decorated institutions during his 26 years in the U.S. Army Chorus. At StoryCorps, he told his sister that she's his inspiration.
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Master Sgt. Alvy Powell Jr. sang opera at some of country's most decorated institutions during his 26 years in the U.S. Army Chorus. At StoryCorps, he told his sister that she's his inspiration.
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NPR News: Teen Girl Leaders In A Pandemic: Fight For What's Right, Then Groove To BTS
Teen Girl Leaders In A Pandemic: Fight For What's Right, Then Groove To BTS
Four attendees of the Girl Up Leadership Summit share how they balance their passion for social justice issues with self-care: tuning out the news, going for a walk and binging Harry Potter.
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Four attendees of the Girl Up Leadership Summit share how they balance their passion for social justice issues with self-care: tuning out the news, going for a walk and binging Harry Potter.
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NPR News: Permanent Residents Who Left The U.S. During The Pandemic Worry They Can't Come Home
Permanent Residents Who Left The U.S. During The Pandemic Worry They Can't Come Home
Many green card holders are still stuck outside of the country, worried about returning to their lives in the U.S. because of broad disruptions to the immigration system during the pandemic.
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Many green card holders are still stuck outside of the country, worried about returning to their lives in the U.S. because of broad disruptions to the immigration system during the pandemic.
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NPR News: Viva Las Vegas! The City's $2 Billion Wedding Industry Is Back
Viva Las Vegas! The City's $2 Billion Wedding Industry Is Back
In June, about 340 couples a day were getting hitched in Sin City, a rate higher than even before the pandemic.
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In June, about 340 couples a day were getting hitched in Sin City, a rate higher than even before the pandemic.
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NPR News: Teen Girl Leaders In A Pandemic: Fight For What's Right, Then Groove To BTS
Teen Girl Leaders In A Pandemic: Fight For What's Right, Then Groove To BTS
Four attendees of the Girl Up Leadership Summit share how they balance their passion for social justice issues with self-care: tuning out the news, going for a walk and binging Harry Potter.
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Four attendees of the Girl Up Leadership Summit share how they balance their passion for social justice issues with self-care: tuning out the news, going for a walk and binging Harry Potter.
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NPR News: Novak Djokovic Could Close In On A Historic 'Golden Slam' At The Olympics
Novak Djokovic Could Close In On A Historic 'Golden Slam' At The Olympics
The Serbian tennis star is aiming for a "golden slam" – meaning winning all four major tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in a single year. No male tennis player has ever done it.
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The Serbian tennis star is aiming for a "golden slam" – meaning winning all four major tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in a single year. No male tennis player has ever done it.
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NPR News: Novak Djokovic Could Close In On A Historic 'Golden Slam' At The Olympics
Novak Djokovic Could Close In On A Historic 'Golden Slam' At The Olympics
The Serbian tennis star is aiming for a "golden slam" – meaning winning all four major tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in a single year. No male tennis player has ever done it.
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The Serbian tennis star is aiming for a "golden slam" – meaning winning all four major tournaments and an Olympic gold medal in a single year. No male tennis player has ever done it.
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NPR News: A 12-Year-Old Syrian Makes Her Olympic Debut
A 12-Year-Old Syrian Makes Her Olympic Debut
The youngest Olympian at the Tokyo games was knocked out during the women's table tennis singles preliminary round. But Syrian player Zaza said she will train, get better and try again.
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The youngest Olympian at the Tokyo games was knocked out during the women's table tennis singles preliminary round. But Syrian player Zaza said she will train, get better and try again.
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Friday, 23 July 2021
NPR News: A 12-Year-Old Syrian Makes Her Olympic Debut
A 12-Year-Old Syrian Makes Her Olympic Debut
The youngest Olympian at the Tokyo games was knocked out during the women's table tennis singles preliminary round. But Syrian player Zaza said she will train, get better and try again.
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The youngest Olympian at the Tokyo games was knocked out during the women's table tennis singles preliminary round. But Syrian player Zaza said she will train, get better and try again.
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NPR News: The First Gold Medal Of The Tokyo Olympics Goes To China
The First Gold Medal Of The Tokyo Olympics Goes To China
A 21-year-old woman from China came out on top in the 10 meter air rifle competition. Qian Yang narrowly beat out a competitor from Russia and beamed as she held up her gold medal.
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A 21-year-old woman from China came out on top in the 10 meter air rifle competition. Qian Yang narrowly beat out a competitor from Russia and beamed as she held up her gold medal.
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NPR News: The First Gold Medal Of The Tokyo Olympics Goes To China
The First Gold Medal Of The Tokyo Olympics Goes To China
A 21-year-old woman from China came out on top in the 10 meter air rifle competition. Qian Yang narrowly beat out a competitor from Russia and beamed as she held up her gold medal.
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A 21-year-old woman from China came out on top in the 10 meter air rifle competition. Qian Yang narrowly beat out a competitor from Russia and beamed as she held up her gold medal.
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NPR News: Prosecutors Say They Have Evidence Of More Abuse And Bribery In The R. Kelly Case
Prosecutors Say They Have Evidence Of More Abuse And Bribery In The R. Kelly Case
Federal prosecutors in New York filed a request on Friday that they be allowed to enter more evidence of uncharged crimes allegedly committed by the R&B singer in his trial next month.
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Federal prosecutors in New York filed a request on Friday that they be allowed to enter more evidence of uncharged crimes allegedly committed by the R&B singer in his trial next month.
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NPR News: Texas Begins Jailing Border Crossers On Trespassing Charges
Texas Begins Jailing Border Crossers On Trespassing Charges
At least 10 people have been arrested. Republican Gov. Greg Abbott says the move is among actions needed to slow the number of border crossings.
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At least 10 people have been arrested. Republican Gov. Greg Abbott says the move is among actions needed to slow the number of border crossings.
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NPR News: Jimmy Wales: How Can Wikipedia Ensure A Safe And Shared Online Space?
Jimmy Wales: How Can Wikipedia Ensure A Safe And Shared Online Space?
Wikipedian Jake Orlowitz describes how volunteers update the world's largest encyclopedia. And co-founder Jimmy Wales says the site must not only be a neutral space, but one that encourages diversity.
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Wikipedian Jake Orlowitz describes how volunteers update the world's largest encyclopedia. And co-founder Jimmy Wales says the site must not only be a neutral space, but one that encourages diversity.
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NPR News: Photos: Highlights Of The Tokyo Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony
Photos: Highlights Of The Tokyo Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony
Athletes marched in front of thousands of empty seats, as only a sparse crowd was admitted due to COVID-19 restrictions. This year's ceremony is titled "United by Emotion."
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Athletes marched in front of thousands of empty seats, as only a sparse crowd was admitted due to COVID-19 restrictions. This year's ceremony is titled "United by Emotion."
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NPR News: Photos: Highlights Of The Tokyo Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony
Photos: Highlights Of The Tokyo Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony
A standout moment came midway through the event when Tonga's Pita Taufatofua — once again oiled and bare-chested — vied to steal the show.
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A standout moment came midway through the event when Tonga's Pita Taufatofua — once again oiled and bare-chested — vied to steal the show.
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NPR News: 2021 Olympics Officially Begins With Mostly Spectatorless Opening Ceremony
2021 Olympics Officially Begins With Mostly Spectatorless Opening Ceremony
Viewers who woke up early in America to watch NBC's first live morning telecast of an Olympics opening ceremony Friday were greeted with a subdued presentation, where the COVID pandemic loomed large.
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Viewers who woke up early in America to watch NBC's first live morning telecast of an Olympics opening ceremony Friday were greeted with a subdued presentation, where the COVID pandemic loomed large.
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NPR News: U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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NPR News: U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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NPR News: U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. Moves To Drop Visa Fraud Charge Against A Chinese Researcher
U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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U.S. prosecutors sought to drop their case against a Chinese researcher accused of concealing her ties to the Chinese military on a visa application so she could work in the U.S.
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NPR News: New Zealand Suspends Travel Bubble With Australia As Sydney COVID-19 Cluster Grows
New Zealand Suspends Travel Bubble With Australia As Sydney COVID-19 Cluster Grows
New Zealand recently imposed quarantine restrictions on travelers from New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia states, where lockdowns have been introduced to contain delta variant clusters.
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New Zealand recently imposed quarantine restrictions on travelers from New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia states, where lockdowns have been introduced to contain delta variant clusters.
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NPR News: New Zealand Suspends Travel Bubble With Australia As Sydney COVID-19 Cluster Grows
New Zealand Suspends Travel Bubble With Australia As Sydney COVID-19 Cluster Grows
New Zealand recently imposed quarantine restrictions on travelers from New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia states, where lockdowns have been introduced to contain delta variant clusters.
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New Zealand recently imposed quarantine restrictions on travelers from New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia states, where lockdowns have been introduced to contain delta variant clusters.
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NPR News: Let The Games Begin: The Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremony
Let The Games Begin: The Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremony
The organizers are trying to celebrate the world's top athletes coming together to compete and send a message of hope at a time of isolation. It will be difficult to strike the right tone.
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The organizers are trying to celebrate the world's top athletes coming together to compete and send a message of hope at a time of isolation. It will be difficult to strike the right tone.
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NPR News: Biden Pick To Head The Bureau Of Land Management Is Closer To Confirmation
Biden Pick To Head The Bureau Of Land Management Is Closer To Confirmation
Tracy Stone-Manning, who currently works for the National Wildlife Federation, has come under Republican fire for her ties to a radical environmental group when she was a graduate student 1989.
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Tracy Stone-Manning, who currently works for the National Wildlife Federation, has come under Republican fire for her ties to a radical environmental group when she was a graduate student 1989.
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NPR News: Instagram Influencer Raises Money For Piano Player Who Needs Dialysis
Instagram Influencer Raises Money For Piano Player Who Needs Dialysis
When author/podcaster Carlos Whittaker met Tonee Carter, a piano player at Atlanta's airport, he learned Carter has kidney disease. With the help of his followers, Whittaker raised $60,000 for Carter.
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When author/podcaster Carlos Whittaker met Tonee Carter, a piano player at Atlanta's airport, he learned Carter has kidney disease. With the help of his followers, Whittaker raised $60,000 for Carter.
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NPR News: Let The Games Begin: The Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremony
Let The Games Begin: The Tokyo Olympics Opening Ceremony
The organizers are trying to celebrate the world's top athletes coming together to compete and send a message of hope at a time of isolation. It will be difficult to strike the right tone.
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The organizers are trying to celebrate the world's top athletes coming together to compete and send a message of hope at a time of isolation. It will be difficult to strike the right tone.
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NPR News: An Energy Company Behind A Major Bribery Scandal In Ohio Will Pay A $230 Million Fine
An Energy Company Behind A Major Bribery Scandal In Ohio Will Pay A $230 Million Fine
FirstEnergy Corp. agreed to pay the $230 million fine as part of a deferred prosecution agreement. Acting U.S. Attorney Vipal Patel calls it the "largest criminal penalty ever collected" by his office
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FirstEnergy Corp. agreed to pay the $230 million fine as part of a deferred prosecution agreement. Acting U.S. Attorney Vipal Patel calls it the "largest criminal penalty ever collected" by his office
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NPR News: Georgia County Tried To Help Everyone Facing Eviction. Now A Crisis Looms
Georgia County Tried To Help Everyone Facing Eviction. Now A Crisis Looms
A federal moratorium on evictions ends next week. But $50 billion from Congress to help Americans behind on rent isn't reaching many who need it. One problem: local rules that deny people the help.
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A federal moratorium on evictions ends next week. But $50 billion from Congress to help Americans behind on rent isn't reaching many who need it. One problem: local rules that deny people the help.
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NPR News: How Unemployment Can Disproportionately Affect Neighboring States
How Unemployment Can Disproportionately Affect Neighboring States
The recovery from the pandemic-induced recession can differ from state to state. We dig into the reasons behind the vast disparities in jobless rates in New Hampshire and neighboring Massachusetts.
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The recovery from the pandemic-induced recession can differ from state to state. We dig into the reasons behind the vast disparities in jobless rates in New Hampshire and neighboring Massachusetts.
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NPR News: Their Nearly 50-Year Friendship Stays Strong Thanks To Simple Gestures
Their Nearly 50-Year Friendship Stays Strong Thanks To Simple Gestures
Greg Klatkiewicz and Gary "Zooks" Bezucha have been friends since 1972. At StoryCorps, the pair talk about how their bond has carried them through good times and bad.
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Greg Klatkiewicz and Gary "Zooks" Bezucha have been friends since 1972. At StoryCorps, the pair talk about how their bond has carried them through good times and bad.
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NPR News: Meet The U.S. Olympic Flag Bearer You've Probably Never Heard Of
Meet The U.S. Olympic Flag Bearer You've Probably Never Heard Of
Eddy Alvarez, who plays baseball for the U.S. team, could become just the sixth person ever to medal in both the Winter and Summer Olympics. He took home a silver medal in Sochi for speed skating.
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Eddy Alvarez, who plays baseball for the U.S. team, could become just the sixth person ever to medal in both the Winter and Summer Olympics. He took home a silver medal in Sochi for speed skating.
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NPR News: An Olympic Opening Ceremony For An Olympics Like None Other
An Olympic Opening Ceremony For An Olympics Like None Other
The Tokyo Summer Olympics were delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, a year later, the Games are set to officially begin with a subdued but celebratory opening ceremony.
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The Tokyo Summer Olympics were delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, a year later, the Games are set to officially begin with a subdued but celebratory opening ceremony.
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Thursday, 22 July 2021
NPR News: An Olympic Opening Ceremony For An Olympics Like None Other
An Olympic Opening Ceremony For An Olympics Like None Other
The Tokyo Summer Olympics were delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, a year later, the Games are set to officially begin with a subdued but celebratory opening ceremony.
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The Tokyo Summer Olympics were delayed by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, a year later, the Games are set to officially begin with a subdued but celebratory opening ceremony.
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NPR News: As Tokyo Olympics Begin, What's The Same And Different Compared To Past Games
As Tokyo Olympics Begin, What's The Same And Different Compared To Past Games
As coronavirus cases continue to surge in Tokyo — both around the capital city and in the Olympic Village, public polls in Japan show overwhelming opposition to hosting the Games during the pandemic.
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As coronavirus cases continue to surge in Tokyo — both around the capital city and in the Olympic Village, public polls in Japan show overwhelming opposition to hosting the Games during the pandemic.
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NPR News: As Tokyo Olympics Begin, What's The Same And Different Compared To Past Games
As Tokyo Olympics Begin, What's The Same And Different Compared To Past Games
As coronavirus cases continue to surge in Tokyo - both around the capital city and in the Olympic Village, public polls in Japan show overwhelming opposition to hosting the Games during the pandemic.
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As coronavirus cases continue to surge in Tokyo - both around the capital city and in the Olympic Village, public polls in Japan show overwhelming opposition to hosting the Games during the pandemic.
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NPR News: Czech Olympic Team Investigates Charter Flight After 4 Athletes Test Positive
Czech Olympic Team Investigates Charter Flight After 4 Athletes Test Positive
Much of the scrutiny is falling on a doctor who was on the flight who was reportedly not vaccinated and who has spouted outlandish theories about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Much of the scrutiny is falling on a doctor who was on the flight who was reportedly not vaccinated and who has spouted outlandish theories about the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NPR News: CIA Director Says He Is Escalating Efforts To Solve 'Havana Syndrome' Mystery
CIA Director Says He Is Escalating Efforts To Solve 'Havana Syndrome' Mystery
In an NPR interview, William Burns says he has appointed a senior officer who led the hunt for Osama bin Laden to head the investigation into ailments that afflicted U.S. officials around the world.
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In an NPR interview, William Burns says he has appointed a senior officer who led the hunt for Osama bin Laden to head the investigation into ailments that afflicted U.S. officials around the world.
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NPR News: GOP-Controlled State Legislatures Are Taking A Sharp Right Turn, Journalist Says
GOP-Controlled State Legislatures Are Taking A Sharp Right Turn, Journalist Says
Atlantic writer Ron Brownstein says Republican-led states are passing voting rights restrictions and other conservative bills as a backlash against Democratic control of Congress and the White House.
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Atlantic writer Ron Brownstein says Republican-led states are passing voting rights restrictions and other conservative bills as a backlash against Democratic control of Congress and the White House.
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NPR News: The Lambda Variant: What You Should Know And Why Experts Say Not To Panic
The Lambda Variant: What You Should Know And Why Experts Say Not To Panic
Cases of the variant have popped up in several states. But neither the WHO or CDC consider it a variant of concern, and the fast-spreading delta variant continues to dominate U.S. cases.
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Cases of the variant have popped up in several states. But neither the WHO or CDC consider it a variant of concern, and the fast-spreading delta variant continues to dominate U.S. cases.
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NPR News: CIA Director Says He Is Escalating Efforts To Solve 'Havana Syndrome' Mystery
CIA Director Says He Is Escalating Efforts To Solve 'Havana Syndrome' Mystery
In an NPR interview, William Burns says he has appointed a senior officer who led the hunt for Osama bin Laden to head the investigation into ailments that afflicted U.S. officials around the world.
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In an NPR interview, William Burns says he has appointed a senior officer who led the hunt for Osama bin Laden to head the investigation into ailments that afflicted U.S. officials around the world.
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NPR News: Public Health Experts Call On CDC To Endorse Masking Indoors
Public Health Experts Call On CDC To Endorse Masking Indoors
The agency argues that vaccinated people are safe without masks. But the guidance leaves room for plenty of unvaccinated people to mingle dangerously, and many argue this is fueling case surges.
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The agency argues that vaccinated people are safe without masks. But the guidance leaves room for plenty of unvaccinated people to mingle dangerously, and many argue this is fueling case surges.
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NPR News: Australia's Male Olympics Chief Lectured A Female Premier. It Didn't Go Over Well
Australia's Male Olympics Chief Lectured A Female Premier. It Didn't Go Over Well
"You are going to the opening ceremony," Australian Olympics chief John Coates told Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. "None of you are staying behind and hiding in your rooms."
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"You are going to the opening ceremony," Australian Olympics chief John Coates told Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. "None of you are staying behind and hiding in your rooms."
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NPR News: Australia's Male Olympics Chief Lectured A Female Premier. It Didn't Go Over Well
Australia's Male Olympics Chief Lectured A Female Premier. It Didn't Go Over Well
"You are going to the opening ceremony," Australian Olympics chief John Coates told Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. "None of you are staying behind and hiding in your rooms."
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"You are going to the opening ceremony," Australian Olympics chief John Coates told Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk. "None of you are staying behind and hiding in your rooms."
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NPR News: China Has Rejected A WHO Plan For Further Investigation Into The Origins Of COVID-19
China Has Rejected A WHO Plan For Further Investigation Into The Origins Of COVID-19
Chinese officials say they cannot support a second phase of a study into the origins of the pandemic, including new investigation into the theory that the virus might have leaked from a Chinese lab.
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Chinese officials say they cannot support a second phase of a study into the origins of the pandemic, including new investigation into the theory that the virus might have leaked from a Chinese lab.
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NPR News: China Has Rejected A WHO Plan For Further Investigation Into The Origins Of COVID-19
China Has Rejected A WHO Plan For Further Investigation Into The Origins Of COVID-19
Chinese officials say they cannot support a second phase of a study into the origins of the pandemic, including new investigation into the theory that the virus might have leaked from a Chinese lab.
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Chinese officials say they cannot support a second phase of a study into the origins of the pandemic, including new investigation into the theory that the virus might have leaked from a Chinese lab.
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NPR News: At The Tokyo Olympics, Several Volunteers Take It On Themselves To Create Origami
At The Tokyo Olympics, Several Volunteers Take It On Themselves To Create Origami
In a corner of the convention center where journalists from around the world are working, volunteers diligently fold origami paper into beautiful and elaborate designs.
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In a corner of the convention center where journalists from around the world are working, volunteers diligently fold origami paper into beautiful and elaborate designs.
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NPR News: Housing Conditions In This Low-Income Neighborhood Pushed Tenants To Sue The Landlord
Housing Conditions In This Low-Income Neighborhood Pushed Tenants To Sue The Landlord
According to the complaint filed this week in U.S. District Court, living conditions for families in an apartment complex in suburban Maryland include rodent infestation and toxic mold.
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According to the complaint filed this week in U.S. District Court, living conditions for families in an apartment complex in suburban Maryland include rodent infestation and toxic mold.
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NPR News: At The Tokyo Olympics, Several Volunteers Take It On Themselves To Create Origami
At The Tokyo Olympics, Several Volunteers Take It On Themselves To Create Origami
In a corner of the convention center where journalists from around the world are working, volunteers diligently fold origami paper into beautiful and elaborate designs.
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In a corner of the convention center where journalists from around the world are working, volunteers diligently fold origami paper into beautiful and elaborate designs.
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NPR News: Police Foiled An Ohio Incel's Plot To Kill Women In A Mass Shooting, Prosecutors Say
Police Foiled An Ohio Incel's Plot To Kill Women In A Mass Shooting, Prosecutors Say
Tres Genco, 21, is facing charges for attempting a hate crime involving a plot to kill women. He is also facing charges for illegally possessing a machine gun.
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Tres Genco, 21, is facing charges for attempting a hate crime involving a plot to kill women. He is also facing charges for illegally possessing a machine gun.
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NPR News: The IRS Won't Be Calling, Emailing Or Texting. Don't Fall For Child Tax Credit Scams
The IRS Won't Be Calling, Emailing Or Texting. Don't Fall For Child Tax Credit Scams
"Be alert to criminals who ask you, by phone, email, text – or even on social media, to verify your information," the IRS cautions.
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"Be alert to criminals who ask you, by phone, email, text – or even on social media, to verify your information," the IRS cautions.
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NPR News: A Lonely Olympics For Athletes Competing To Be Champions
A Lonely Olympics For Athletes Competing To Be Champions
In Tokyo there is reduced excitement about the Summer Olympics which have been marred by rising coronavirus infections. Many athletes feel muted and isolated as the Games get underway.
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In Tokyo there is reduced excitement about the Summer Olympics which have been marred by rising coronavirus infections. Many athletes feel muted and isolated as the Games get underway.
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NPR News: A Lonely Olympics For Athletes Competing To Be Champions
A Lonely Olympics For Athletes Competing To Be Champions
In Tokyo there is reduced excitement about the Summer Olympics which have been marred by rising coronavirus infections. Many athletes feel muted and isolated as the Games get underway.
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In Tokyo there is reduced excitement about the Summer Olympics which have been marred by rising coronavirus infections. Many athletes feel muted and isolated as the Games get underway.
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NPR News: Smoke Season Has Begun In Many Western States
Smoke Season Has Begun In Many Western States
Smoke from wildfires is driving people indoors in places where COVID-19 vaccination rates are low, potentially heightening the risk of more infections.
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Smoke from wildfires is driving people indoors in places where COVID-19 vaccination rates are low, potentially heightening the risk of more infections.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2021
NPR News: Another Olympic Opening Ceremony Hitch — The Director Is Fired For Holocaust Comments
Another Olympic Opening Ceremony Hitch — The Director Is Fired For Holocaust Comments
It's another setback for the troubled event on the same week that the ceremony's composer was forced out. Still, the show will go on tomorrow, officially kicking off the long-postponed Tokyo Games.
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It's another setback for the troubled event on the same week that the ceremony's composer was forced out. Still, the show will go on tomorrow, officially kicking off the long-postponed Tokyo Games.
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NPR News: Another Olympic Opening Ceremony Hitch — The Director Is Fired For Holocaust Comments
Another Olympic Opening Ceremony Hitch — The Director Is Fired For Holocaust Comments
It's another setback for the troubled event on the same week that the ceremony's composer was forced out. Still, the show will go on tomorrow, officially kicking off the long-postponed Tokyo Games.
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It's another setback for the troubled event on the same week that the ceremony's composer was forced out. Still, the show will go on tomorrow, officially kicking off the long-postponed Tokyo Games.
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NPR News: PG&E Will Bury 10,000 Miles of Power Lines So They Don't Spark Wildfires
PG&E Will Bury 10,000 Miles of Power Lines So They Don't Spark Wildfires
Pacific Gas & Electric expects to spend at least $15 billion on the effort to prevent its fraying grid from igniting trees and other vegetation across drought-stricken California.
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Pacific Gas & Electric expects to spend at least $15 billion on the effort to prevent its fraying grid from igniting trees and other vegetation across drought-stricken California.
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NPR News: 1st U.S. Athlete Set To Compete In Olympics Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Japan
1st U.S. Athlete Set To Compete In Olympics Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Japan
USA Volleyball said an athlete has tested positive for the coronavirus. The case is widely reported to be men's beach volleyball player Taylor Crabb.
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USA Volleyball said an athlete has tested positive for the coronavirus. The case is widely reported to be men's beach volleyball player Taylor Crabb.
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NPR News: 1st U.S. Athlete Set To Compete In Olympics Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Japan
1st U.S. Athlete Set To Compete In Olympics Tests Positive For Coronavirus In Japan
USA Volleyball said an athlete has tested positive for the coronavirus. The case is widely reported to be men's beach volleyball player Taylor Crabb.
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USA Volleyball said an athlete has tested positive for the coronavirus. The case is widely reported to be men's beach volleyball player Taylor Crabb.
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NPR News: Men's Spending Habits Result In More Carbon Emissions Than Women's, A Study Finds
Men's Spending Habits Result In More Carbon Emissions Than Women's, A Study Finds
Men spend their money on greenhouse gas-emitting goods and services, such as meat and fuel, at a much higher rate than women, Swedish researchers found.
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Men spend their money on greenhouse gas-emitting goods and services, such as meat and fuel, at a much higher rate than women, Swedish researchers found.
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NPR News: Men's Spending Habits Result In More Carbon Emissions Than Women's, A Study Finds
Men's Spending Habits Result In More Carbon Emissions Than Women's, A Study Finds
Men spend their money on greenhouse gas-emitting goods and services, such as meat and fuel, at a much higher rate than women, Swedish researchers found.
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Men spend their money on greenhouse gas-emitting goods and services, such as meat and fuel, at a much higher rate than women, Swedish researchers found.
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NPR News: Players Take A Knee At Tokyo Olympics As The First Competitions Kick Off
Players Take A Knee At Tokyo Olympics As The First Competitions Kick Off
"We want to fight all forms of discrimination and as a group of women we wanted to kneel against it," said Steph Houghton, a co-captain on Britain's soccer team.
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"We want to fight all forms of discrimination and as a group of women we wanted to kneel against it," said Steph Houghton, a co-captain on Britain's soccer team.
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NPR News: A Women's Beach Handball Team Is Fined For Not Wanting To Wear Bikini Bottoms
A Women's Beach Handball Team Is Fined For Not Wanting To Wear Bikini Bottoms
Athletes on the Norwegian women's beach handball team are being punished for wearing shorts, facing fines over "a case of improper clothing."
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Athletes on the Norwegian women's beach handball team are being punished for wearing shorts, facing fines over "a case of improper clothing."
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NPR News: Players Take A Knee At Tokyo Olympics As The First Competitions Kick Off
Players Take A Knee At Tokyo Olympics As The First Competitions Kick Off
"We want to fight all forms of discrimination and as a group of women we wanted to kneel against it," said Steph Houghton, a co-captain on Britain's soccer team.
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"We want to fight all forms of discrimination and as a group of women we wanted to kneel against it," said Steph Houghton, a co-captain on Britain's soccer team.
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NPR News: A Women's Beach Handball Team Is Fined For Not Wanting To Wear Bikini Bottoms
A Women's Beach Handball Team Is Fined For Not Wanting To Wear Bikini Bottoms
Athletes on the Norwegian women's beach handball team are being punished for wearing shorts, facing fines over "a case of improper clothing."
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Athletes on the Norwegian women's beach handball team are being punished for wearing shorts, facing fines over "a case of improper clothing."
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NPR News: California Synagogue Shooter Pleads Guilty And May Also Face Federal Charges
California Synagogue Shooter Pleads Guilty And May Also Face Federal Charges
John T. Earnest, 22, pleaded guilty to murder and other charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a Southern California synagogue in 2019. The plea means he avoids the state death penalty.
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John T. Earnest, 22, pleaded guilty to murder and other charges in connection with a deadly shooting at a Southern California synagogue in 2019. The plea means he avoids the state death penalty.
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