Satellite images show 40-mile-long Russian military convoy nearing Kyiv
New photos show that the convoy is considerably longer than the 17 miles initially reported and heading toward the Ukrainian capital.
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Monday, 28 February 2022
NPR News: Man kills 3 children, 1 other and himself at California church
Man kills 3 children, 1 other and himself at California church
The shootings took place at a Sacramento-area church, according to local law enforcement officials.
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The shootings took place at a Sacramento-area church, according to local law enforcement officials.
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NPR News: Russia is using controversial 'cluster munitions' in Ukraine, humanitarian groups say
Russia is using controversial 'cluster munitions' in Ukraine, humanitarian groups say
Once fired, cluster munitions open in midair and rain down dozens or even hundreds of smaller submunitions, or "says," over a large area the size of one or several football fields.
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Once fired, cluster munitions open in midair and rain down dozens or even hundreds of smaller submunitions, or "says," over a large area the size of one or several football fields.
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NPR News: Russia is using controversial 'cluster munitions' in Ukraine, humanitarian groups say
Russia is using controversial 'cluster munitions' in Ukraine, humanitarian groups say
Once fired, cluster munitions open in mid-air and rain down dozens or even hundreds of smaller sub-munitions, or "bomblets," over a large area the size of one or several football fields.
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Once fired, cluster munitions open in mid-air and rain down dozens or even hundreds of smaller sub-munitions, or "bomblets," over a large area the size of one or several football fields.
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NPR News: Derek Jeter steps down as CEO of the Miami Marlins
Derek Jeter steps down as CEO of the Miami Marlins
The five-time World Series champion became a minority shareholder of the team in 2017. He was elected into baseball's Hall of Fame in 2020.
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The five-time World Series champion became a minority shareholder of the team in 2017. He was elected into baseball's Hall of Fame in 2020.
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NPR News: U.S. expels 12 Russian diplomats for allegedly 'engaging in espionage'
U.S. expels 12 Russian diplomats for allegedly 'engaging in espionage'
Russian United Nations Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia called it a "hostile" action.
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Russian United Nations Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia called it a "hostile" action.
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Sunday, 27 February 2022
NPR News: Boycotts of Russian products and groups spread, but the effects may be limited
Boycotts of Russian products and groups spread, but the effects may be limited
Russian vodka is being pulled from many shelves and the country's soccer team may find few willing opponents in the near term. But for the most part, experts say, the protests are largely symbolic.
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Russian vodka is being pulled from many shelves and the country's soccer team may find few willing opponents in the near term. But for the most part, experts say, the protests are largely symbolic.
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NPR News: Metropolitan Opera says it will sever ties with Putin-allied artists
Metropolitan Opera says it will sever ties with Putin-allied artists
Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Metropolitan Opera says it will sever ties with Putin-allied artists
Metropolitan Opera says it will sever ties with Putin-allied artists
Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Europe and the U.S. move to isolate Russia as Ukrainians fight to hold off invaders
Europe and the U.S. move to isolate Russia as Ukrainians fight to hold off invaders
Russian forces met stiff resistance over the weekend in their invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the European Union is banning Russian planes and sending arms as refugees line up to escape the violence.
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Russian forces met stiff resistance over the weekend in their invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the European Union is banning Russian planes and sending arms as refugees line up to escape the violence.
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NPR News: Europe and the U.S. move to isolate Russia as Ukrainians fight to hold off invaders
Europe and the U.S. move to isolate Russia as Ukrainians fight to hold off invaders
Russian forces met stiff resistance over the weekend in their invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the European Union is banning Russian planes and sending arms as refugees line up to escape the violence.
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Russian forces met stiff resistance over the weekend in their invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the European Union is banning Russian planes and sending arms as refugees line up to escape the violence.
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NPR News: New York could lift its vaccine mandate for indoor spaces as soon as March 7
New York could lift its vaccine mandate for indoor spaces as soon as March 7
Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement as the city saw a dramatic drop in coronavirus infections.
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Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement as the city saw a dramatic drop in coronavirus infections.
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Saturday, 26 February 2022
NPR News: North Korea fires ballistic missile in resumption of testing
North Korea fires ballistic missile in resumption of testing
North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea on Sunday, its neighbors said. It was the eighth of its kind this year and comes as U.S. attention is focused on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea on Sunday, its neighbors said. It was the eighth of its kind this year and comes as U.S. attention is focused on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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NPR News: Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies and airfields in fresh attacks
Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies and airfields in fresh attacks
The latest wave of attacks targeted Ukrainian airfields and fuel supplies as the Russian invasion appears to have been blunted by fierce resistance even as the U.S. and EU send Ukraine more weapons.
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The latest wave of attacks targeted Ukrainian airfields and fuel supplies as the Russian invasion appears to have been blunted by fierce resistance even as the U.S. and EU send Ukraine more weapons.
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NPR News: Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies and airfields in fresh attacks
Russia hits Ukraine fuel supplies and airfields in fresh attacks
The latest wave of attacks targeted Ukrainian airfields and fuel supplies as the Russian invasion appears to have been blunted by fierce resistance even as the U.S. and EU send Ukraine more weapons.
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The latest wave of attacks targeted Ukrainian airfields and fuel supplies as the Russian invasion appears to have been blunted by fierce resistance even as the U.S. and EU send Ukraine more weapons.
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NPR News: Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
Antiwar protesters take to the streets around the world in support of Ukraine
In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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In cities across continents, protesters are standing in solidarity against the Russian invasion of Ukraine and condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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NPR News: Select Russian banks are being booted off the SWIFT bank messaging system
Select Russian banks are being booted off the SWIFT bank messaging system
The U.S. and European allies are ramping up sanctions against Russia by moving to cut off certain Russian banks from the key bank messaging system.
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The U.S. and European allies are ramping up sanctions against Russia by moving to cut off certain Russian banks from the key bank messaging system.
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Friday, 25 February 2022
NPR News: Why Russia's capture of Chernobyl might not be the biggest nuclear concern in Ukraine
Why Russia's capture of Chernobyl might not be the biggest nuclear concern in Ukraine
Russia's capture of the Chernobyl nuclear plant raised alarms across the international community, with many world leaders wondering if Russia chose to seize the area for a specific reason.
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Russia's capture of the Chernobyl nuclear plant raised alarms across the international community, with many world leaders wondering if Russia chose to seize the area for a specific reason.
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NPR News: Russian warship tells Ukrainian soldiers to surrender. They profanely refuse
Russian warship tells Ukrainian soldiers to surrender. They profanely refuse
Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says all 13 defenders on the island were killed during the fighting. Zelenskyy hails them as heroes of Ukraine.
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Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says all 13 defenders on the island were killed during the fighting. Zelenskyy hails them as heroes of Ukraine.
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NPR News: The man who grabbed Pelosi's podium during the Jan. 6 riot is sentenced to prison
The man who grabbed Pelosi's podium during the Jan. 6 riot is sentenced to prison
Adam Johnson bragged that he "broke the Internet" after an image of him with the podium was made public. A federal judge sentenced Johnson to 75 days in prison.
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Adam Johnson bragged that he "broke the Internet" after an image of him with the podium was made public. A federal judge sentenced Johnson to 75 days in prison.
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NPR News: Russian warship tells Ukrainian soldiers to surrender. They profanely refuse
Russian warship tells Ukrainian soldiers to surrender. They profanely refuse
Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says all 13 defenders on the island were killed during the fighting. Zelenskyy hails them as heroes of Ukraine.
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Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says all 13 defenders on the island were killed during the fighting. Zelenskyy hails them as heroes of Ukraine.
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NPR News: If Russia's invasion of Ukraine feels familiar, look to Broadway in the 60s
If Russia's invasion of Ukraine feels familiar, look to Broadway in the 60s
Why should Americans care about Ukraine? An answer from 1960s Broadway.
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Why should Americans care about Ukraine? An answer from 1960s Broadway.
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NPR News: If Russia's invasion of Ukraine feels familiar, look to Broadway in the 60s
If Russia's invasion of Ukraine feels familiar, look to Broadway in the 60s
Why should Americans care about Ukraine? An answer from 1960s Broadway.
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Why should Americans care about Ukraine? An answer from 1960s Broadway.
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NPR News: Thousands rush to enlist in Ukraine's army to fight the Russian invasion
Thousands rush to enlist in Ukraine's army to fight the Russian invasion
On Thursday, Volodymyr Omelyan and his family awoke to the sound of missile blasts nearby. By Friday, he had said goodbye to his wife and children and enlisted to fight.
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On Thursday, Volodymyr Omelyan and his family awoke to the sound of missile blasts nearby. By Friday, he had said goodbye to his wife and children and enlisted to fight.
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Thursday, 24 February 2022
NPR News: Ex-Minneapolis police officers found guilty for violating Floyd's civil rights
Ex-Minneapolis police officers found guilty for violating Floyd's civil rights
Three former Minneapolis police officers were found guilty for failing to intervene as Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd by pressing his knee on his neck for more than 9 minutes.
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Three former Minneapolis police officers were found guilty for failing to intervene as Derek Chauvin killed George Floyd by pressing his knee on his neck for more than 9 minutes.
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NPR News: Three ex-Minneapolis police officers guilty of violating George Floyd's civil rights
Three ex-Minneapolis police officers guilty of violating George Floyd's civil rights
A jury found that Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao all deprived Floyd of his right to medical care, and that two of them failed to intervene as Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd's neck.
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A jury found that Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao all deprived Floyd of his right to medical care, and that two of them failed to intervene as Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd's neck.
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NPR News: Republicans are condemning Putin for the invasion of Ukraine — and criticizing Biden
Republicans are condemning Putin for the invasion of Ukraine — and criticizing Biden
However, the GOP has not reached full consensus on the Kremlin's actions, with former President Donald Trump remaining an outlier in the party he ostensibly leads.
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However, the GOP has not reached full consensus on the Kremlin's actions, with former President Donald Trump remaining an outlier in the party he ostensibly leads.
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NPR News: Republicans are condemning Putin for the invasion of Ukraine — and criticizing Biden
Republicans are condemning Putin for the invasion of Ukraine — and criticizing Biden
However, the GOP has not reached full consensus on the Kremlin's actions, with former President Donald Trump remaining an outlier in the party he ostensibly leads.
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However, the GOP has not reached full consensus on the Kremlin's actions, with former President Donald Trump remaining an outlier in the party he ostensibly leads.
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NPR News: Texans face challenges in casting ballots under new voting law
Texans face challenges in casting ballots under new voting law
Voters in Texas are facing new obstacles as they try to vote absentee in the state's primary election after Texas joined more than a dozen other states in enacting voting restrictions last year.
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Voters in Texas are facing new obstacles as they try to vote absentee in the state's primary election after Texas joined more than a dozen other states in enacting voting restrictions last year.
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NPR News: For Ukrainian-Americans, unity against Putin has solidified their bonds
For Ukrainian-Americans, unity against Putin has solidified their bonds
Ukrainian-Americans were previously split by generation and religious identity. One Harvard scholar says that the past decade of actions by Russian President Putin has made the community more united.
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Ukrainian-Americans were previously split by generation and religious identity. One Harvard scholar says that the past decade of actions by Russian President Putin has made the community more united.
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Wednesday, 23 February 2022
NPR News: National African American History Museum curator on George Floyd protest photo
National African American History Museum curator on George Floyd protest photo
Aaron Bryant curates photography at the National Museum of African American History and Culture Smithsonian's collection. He spoke with NPR about the collection and a 2020 photo he believes is iconic.
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Aaron Bryant curates photography at the National Museum of African American History and Culture Smithsonian's collection. He spoke with NPR about the collection and a 2020 photo he believes is iconic.
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NPR News: Ukraine crisis drives up global energy prices
Ukraine crisis drives up global energy prices
The Russian military buildup that's threatening Ukraine is also driving up global energy prices. Oil has come close to $100 per barrel, a price not seen since 2014.
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The Russian military buildup that's threatening Ukraine is also driving up global energy prices. Oil has come close to $100 per barrel, a price not seen since 2014.
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NPR News: Pakistan appoints 1st woman Supreme Court judge
Pakistan appoints 1st woman Supreme Court judge
A female judge was appointed to Pakistan's Supreme Court for the first time in the country's history, amid protests by male lawyers.
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A female judge was appointed to Pakistan's Supreme Court for the first time in the country's history, amid protests by male lawyers.
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NPR News: The race-shifting of 'Pretendians'
The race-shifting of 'Pretendians'
The number of people who identify as Native American on the U.S. Census has soared in recent years, which raises a lot of concerns in Native communities about people falsely claiming Native identity.
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The number of people who identify as Native American on the U.S. Census has soared in recent years, which raises a lot of concerns in Native communities about people falsely claiming Native identity.
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NPR News: Pakistan appoints 1st female Supreme Court judge
Pakistan appoints 1st female Supreme Court judge
A female judge was appointed to Pakistan's Supreme Court for the first time in the country's history, amid protests by male lawyers
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A female judge was appointed to Pakistan's Supreme Court for the first time in the country's history, amid protests by male lawyers
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Tuesday, 22 February 2022
NPR News: Archaeologists find a 9,000-year-old shrine in the desert in Jordan
Archaeologists find a 9,000-year-old shrine in the desert in Jordan
Researchers said the find "sheds an entire new light on the symbolism, artistic expression as well as spiritual culture of these hitherto unknown Neolithic populations."
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Researchers said the find "sheds an entire new light on the symbolism, artistic expression as well as spiritual culture of these hitherto unknown Neolithic populations."
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NPR News: No medals for 2022 Beijing Olympics. The Games drew their lowest U.S. ratings ever
No medals for 2022 Beijing Olympics. The Games drew their lowest U.S. ratings ever
"This was probably the most difficult Olympics of all time," NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua said, citing "very harsh protocols in China" because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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"This was probably the most difficult Olympics of all time," NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua said, citing "very harsh protocols in China" because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NPR News: Judge to rule if Michigan school shooter will stay in an adult jail
Judge to rule if Michigan school shooter will stay in an adult jail
Text messages and items from a journal were offered by prosecutors as reasons to keep Ethan Crumbley in a cell at the Oakland County Jail instead of having him transferred to a juvenile facility.
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Text messages and items from a journal were offered by prosecutors as reasons to keep Ethan Crumbley in a cell at the Oakland County Jail instead of having him transferred to a juvenile facility.
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NPR News: No medals for 2022 Beijing Olympics. The Games drew their lowest U.S. ratings ever
No medals for 2022 Beijing Olympics. The Games drew their lowest U.S. ratings ever
"This was probably the most difficult Olympics of all time," NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua said, citing "very harsh protocols in China" because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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"This was probably the most difficult Olympics of all time," NBC Sports Chairman Pete Bevacqua said, citing "very harsh protocols in China" because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NPR News: Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine
Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine
The rebel-controlled territories, which comprise a larger eastern Ukraine region called Donbas that borders Russia, have been led by pro-Russia separatists for nearly a decade.
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The rebel-controlled territories, which comprise a larger eastern Ukraine region called Donbas that borders Russia, have been led by pro-Russia separatists for nearly a decade.
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NPR News: Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine
Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine
The rebel-controlled territories which comprise a larger eastern Ukraine region called Donbas that borders Russia, have been led by pro-Russia separatists for nearly a decade.
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The rebel-controlled territories which comprise a larger eastern Ukraine region called Donbas that borders Russia, have been led by pro-Russia separatists for nearly a decade.
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Monday, 21 February 2022
NPR News: Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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NPR News: Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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NPR News: Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
Canadian lawmakers extend emergency powers act for truck protests
The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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The act allows authorities to declare certain areas as no-go zones. It also allows police to freeze truckers' personal and corporate bank accounts and compel tow truck companies to haul away vehicles.
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NPR News: Defense rests in federal trial of 3 police officers in George Floyd's killing
Defense rests in federal trial of 3 police officers in George Floyd's killing
Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane's co-defendants, Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng, presented their cases last week.
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Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane's co-defendants, Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng, presented their cases last week.
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NPR News: Transgender swimmer's participation on women's team ignites fairness debate
Transgender swimmer's participation on women's team ignites fairness debate
University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas' record-breaking season represents a larger struggle: the argument over whether transgender women should be allowed to compete on women's teams.
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University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas' record-breaking season represents a larger struggle: the argument over whether transgender women should be allowed to compete on women's teams.
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NPR News: Pa. Supreme Court is about to rule on the state's congressional district map
Pa. Supreme Court is about to rule on the state's congressional district map
Pennsylvania's Supreme Court is deliberating what the state's congressional map should look like. The verdict may decide whether Republicans or Democrats have the edge in November's midterm elections.
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Pennsylvania's Supreme Court is deliberating what the state's congressional map should look like. The verdict may decide whether Republicans or Democrats have the edge in November's midterm elections.
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NPR News: Michigan coach Juwan Howard hits Wisconsin assistant after loss
Michigan coach Juwan Howard hits Wisconsin assistant after loss
The Big Ten conference said it was reviewing a fight after the men's basketball game between Michigan and Wisconsin and would take "swift and appropriate disciplinary action."
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The Big Ten conference said it was reviewing a fight after the men's basketball game between Michigan and Wisconsin and would take "swift and appropriate disciplinary action."
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NPR News: The first public option health plan in the U.S. struggles to gain traction
The first public option health plan in the U.S. struggles to gain traction
Washington was the first state in the U.S. to introduce a public option for health insurance, but the rollout hasn't been smooth. Other states with public options in the works are taking notice.
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Washington was the first state in the U.S. to introduce a public option for health insurance, but the rollout hasn't been smooth. Other states with public options in the works are taking notice.
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NPR News: As Kuwait cracks down, a battle erupts over women's rights
As Kuwait cracks down, a battle erupts over women's rights
Conservative politicians are increasingly pushing back against a burgeoning feminist movement and what they see as an unraveling of the country's traditional values.
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Conservative politicians are increasingly pushing back against a burgeoning feminist movement and what they see as an unraveling of the country's traditional values.
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Sunday, 20 February 2022
NPR News: As Kuwait cracks down, a battle erupts over women's rights
As Kuwait cracks down, a battle erupts over women's rights
Conservative politicians are increasingly pushing back against a burgeoning feminist movement and what they see as an unraveling of the country's traditional values.
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Conservative politicians are increasingly pushing back against a burgeoning feminist movement and what they see as an unraveling of the country's traditional values.
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NPR News: Australia reopens its borders to international visitors
Australia reopens its borders to international visitors
The move allow international tourists and business travelers into the country for the first time in almost two years.
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The move allow international tourists and business travelers into the country for the first time in almost two years.
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NPR News: Australia reopens its borders to international visitors
Australia reopens its borders to international visitors
The move allow international tourists and business travelers into the country for the first time in almost two years.
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The move allow international tourists and business travelers into the country for the first time in almost two years.
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NPR News: Russia could be waiting for Olympics to end to move forward with Ukraine invasion
Russia could be waiting for Olympics to end to move forward with Ukraine invasion
As Vice President Harris noted Sunday, Ukraine is "virtually surrounded by Russian troops." Those troops are poised to invade Ukraine.
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As Vice President Harris noted Sunday, Ukraine is "virtually surrounded by Russian troops." Those troops are poised to invade Ukraine.
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NPR News: Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for COVID-19
Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for COVID-19
Buckingham Palace said the 95-year-old monarch is experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms and will continue with light duties over the next week. She has received three jabs of coronavirus vaccine.
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Buckingham Palace said the 95-year-old monarch is experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms and will continue with light duties over the next week. She has received three jabs of coronavirus vaccine.
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NPR News: He loved Hong Kong. Its COVID crackdown made him leave without even saying goodbye
He loved Hong Kong. Its COVID crackdown made him leave without even saying goodbye
Hong Kong has imposed severe restrictions to fight COVID-19. For many expatriates, it's proving the last straw after years of seeing its autonomy erode as China tightens its grip on the territory.
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Hong Kong has imposed severe restrictions to fight COVID-19. For many expatriates, it's proving the last straw after years of seeing its autonomy erode as China tightens its grip on the territory.
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NPR News: He loved Hong Kong. Its COVID crackdown made him leave without even saying goodbye
He loved Hong Kong. Its COVID crackdown made him leave without even saying goodbye
Hong Kong has imposed severe restrictions to fight COVID-19. For many expatriates, it's proving the last straw after years of seeing its autonomy erode as China tightens its grip on the territory.
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Hong Kong has imposed severe restrictions to fight COVID-19. For many expatriates, it's proving the last straw after years of seeing its autonomy erode as China tightens its grip on the territory.
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NPR News: 1 in 10 Black people in the U.S. are migrants. Here's what's driving that shift
1 in 10 Black people in the U.S. are migrants. Here's what's driving that shift
The breadth of what it means to be a Black American is widening, according to new analysis of the latest migration statistics.
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The breadth of what it means to be a Black American is widening, according to new analysis of the latest migration statistics.
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NPR News: 'A deep depression after the Olympics.' The challenges facing athletes at home.
'A deep depression after the Olympics.' The challenges facing athletes at home.
"Athletes post-Olympics or post-retirement need a lot of support, a lot of people reminding them of their worth beyond just their athletic achievements and results," says therapist Holly Brooks.
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"Athletes post-Olympics or post-retirement need a lot of support, a lot of people reminding them of their worth beyond just their athletic achievements and results," says therapist Holly Brooks.
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Saturday, 19 February 2022
NPR News: Penn swimmer Lia Thomas had a record-breaking week at the Ivy League Championships
Penn swimmer Lia Thomas had a record-breaking week at the Ivy League Championships
Thomas, a 22-year-old trans woman, placed first in three freestyle events at this week's Ivy League Women's Swimming and Diving Championships at Harvard University. Next stop: NCAA championships.
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Thomas, a 22-year-old trans woman, placed first in three freestyle events at this week's Ivy League Women's Swimming and Diving Championships at Harvard University. Next stop: NCAA championships.
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Friday, 18 February 2022
NPR News: Alaska auction to feature brick-sized opal that has been stashed away for years
Alaska auction to feature brick-sized opal that has been stashed away for years
The "Americus Australis" gem weighs more than 11,800 carats and is one of the largest gem-quality opals in existence. It also has a long history.
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The "Americus Australis" gem weighs more than 11,800 carats and is one of the largest gem-quality opals in existence. It also has a long history.
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NPR News: Sackler family is willing to pay more in Purdue opioids settlement, mediator says
Sackler family is willing to pay more in Purdue opioids settlement, mediator says
Under the latest proposal, the Sacklers would contribute between $5.5 billion and $6 billion, an increase from the $4.3 billion they had agreed to earlier.
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Under the latest proposal, the Sacklers would contribute between $5.5 billion and $6 billion, an increase from the $4.3 billion they had agreed to earlier.
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NPR News: A bill in the Arizona House would punish banks that refuse business from gun firms
A bill in the Arizona House would punish banks that refuse business from gun firms
Bankers are resisting the bill, calling it government overreach and saying lawmakers are creating a problem with a non-issue in Arizona.
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Bankers are resisting the bill, calling it government overreach and saying lawmakers are creating a problem with a non-issue in Arizona.
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NPR News: AirTags are being used to track people and cars. Here's what is being done about it
AirTags are being used to track people and cars. Here's what is being done about it
Apple's AirTags were billed as a easy way to track your keys and wallet, but now the small button-sized device are being used by stalkers and thieves to track people and steal cars.
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Apple's AirTags were billed as a easy way to track your keys and wallet, but now the small button-sized device are being used by stalkers and thieves to track people and steal cars.
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NPR News: Oregon lawmakers debate heat safety measures
Oregon lawmakers debate heat safety measures
After last year's deadly heat wave, Oregon lawmakers are debating new measures to keep people safe. They include funding and legal rights for air conditioning.
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After last year's deadly heat wave, Oregon lawmakers are debating new measures to keep people safe. They include funding and legal rights for air conditioning.
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NPR News: Russian naval exercises stoke fears of Black Sea blockade
Russian naval exercises stoke fears of Black Sea blockade
Russian Navy exercises at Ukraine's ports are disrupting critical shipping lanes. Some businesses worry the ships could stay and try to completely block Ukrainian ports amid fears of an invasion.
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Russian Navy exercises at Ukraine's ports are disrupting critical shipping lanes. Some businesses worry the ships could stay and try to completely block Ukrainian ports amid fears of an invasion.
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NPR News: Russian naval exercises stoke fears of Black Sea blockade
Russian naval exercises stoke fears of Black Sea blockade
Russian Navy exercises at Ukraine's ports are disrupting critical shipping lanes. Some businesses worry the ships could stay and try to completely block Ukrainian ports amid fears of an invasion.
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Russian Navy exercises at Ukraine's ports are disrupting critical shipping lanes. Some businesses worry the ships could stay and try to completely block Ukrainian ports amid fears of an invasion.
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Thursday, 17 February 2022
NPR News: Amazon labor push escalates as workers at New York warehouse win a union vote
Amazon labor push escalates as workers at New York warehouse win a union vote
Amazon will face two union elections at once. Federal officials have set a union vote for Amazon workers at a Staten Island warehouse, coinciding with the ongoing re-do election in Bessemer, Ala.
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Amazon will face two union elections at once. Federal officials have set a union vote for Amazon workers at a Staten Island warehouse, coinciding with the ongoing re-do election in Bessemer, Ala.
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NPR News: Former L.A. Angels employee found guilty of providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs
Former L.A. Angels employee found guilty of providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs
Major League pitcher died in 2019 after being found unresponsive in a hotel room while the team was in Texas to play a series against the Rangers.
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Major League pitcher died in 2019 after being found unresponsive in a hotel room while the team was in Texas to play a series against the Rangers.
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NPR News: 19 Austin police officers indicted from investigation into 2020 protests, sources say
19 Austin police officers indicted from investigation into 2020 protests, sources say
Aggravated assault charges are among the most on a single police department over tactics used during the widespread protests over George Floyd's death.
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Aggravated assault charges are among the most on a single police department over tactics used during the widespread protests over George Floyd's death.
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NPR News: The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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NPR News: The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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NPR News: Oregon governor race will go on without Nick Kristof
Oregon governor race will go on without Nick Kristof
The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that former New York Times columnist Nick Kristof does not meet the residency requirement to run for governor there.
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The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that former New York Times columnist Nick Kristof does not meet the residency requirement to run for governor there.
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NPR News: The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
The 'Candy Bomber' who dropped sweets during the Berlin airlift has died at age 101
"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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"Halvorsen's deeply human act has never been forgotten," Berlin Mayor Franziska Giffey said in a statement.
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Wednesday, 16 February 2022
NPR News: Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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NPR News: Racist, violent evidence presented in federal trial against Ahmaud Arbery's killers
Racist, violent evidence presented in federal trial against Ahmaud Arbery's killers
Offensive memes, racist songs and slurs against Black people from the cell phones and social media accounts of the three men on trial portray a history of bigotry.
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Offensive memes, racist songs and slurs against Black people from the cell phones and social media accounts of the three men on trial portray a history of bigotry.
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NPR News: Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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NPR News: U.S. and NATO officials say they've seen no evidence that Russia has withdrawn troops
U.S. and NATO officials say they've seen no evidence that Russia has withdrawn troops
Putin says Russia has pulled out some of its 150,000 troops stationed near Ukraine's borders. "There's a difference between what Russia says and what it does," Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
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Putin says Russia has pulled out some of its 150,000 troops stationed near Ukraine's borders. "There's a difference between what Russia says and what it does," Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
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NPR News: Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Tensions rise in Ottawa as police warn truckers to leave
Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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Big rigs parked outside Parliament represent the movement's last stronghold after demonstrators abandoned their sole remaining truck blockade along the U.S. border.
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NPR News: U.S. and NATO officials say they've seen no evidence that Russia has withdrawn troops
U.S. and NATO officials say they've seen no evidence that Russia has withdrawn troops
Putin says Russia has pulled out some of its 150,000 troops stationed near Ukraine's borders. "There's a difference between what Russia says and what it does," Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
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Putin says Russia has pulled out some of its 150,000 troops stationed near Ukraine's borders. "There's a difference between what Russia says and what it does," Secretary of State Antony Blinken says.
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Tuesday, 15 February 2022
NPR News: 7 are dead and 14 missing after a Spanish fishing boat sinks off Newfoundland
7 are dead and 14 missing after a Spanish fishing boat sinks off Newfoundland
Three crew members including the vessel's captain were rescued. The Canadian air force and coast guard and other Spanish fishing vessels are searching the area.
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Three crew members including the vessel's captain were rescued. The Canadian air force and coast guard and other Spanish fishing vessels are searching the area.
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NPR News: Ottawa police chief loses job for not acting decisively enough against blockade
Ottawa police chief loses job for not acting decisively enough against blockade
Trucks rolled out of Coutts, Alberta, on Tuesday leaving just one blockade in Manitoba near the border with North Dakota.
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Trucks rolled out of Coutts, Alberta, on Tuesday leaving just one blockade in Manitoba near the border with North Dakota.
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NPR News: Ottawa police chief loses job for not acting decisively enough against blockade
Ottawa police chief loses job for not acting decisively enough against blockade
Trucks rolled out of Coutts, Alberta, on Tuesday leaving just one blockade in Manitoba near the border with North Dakota.
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Trucks rolled out of Coutts, Alberta, on Tuesday leaving just one blockade in Manitoba near the border with North Dakota.
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NPR News: Meghan found love in Ukraine. Now her heart is breaking as she evacuates
Meghan found love in Ukraine. Now her heart is breaking as she evacuates
American Meghan Neville and her boyfriend moved to Ukraine to be near his family. But rising tension with Russia forced the couple to evacuate this week. She hopes they can go back in a month or so.
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American Meghan Neville and her boyfriend moved to Ukraine to be near his family. But rising tension with Russia forced the couple to evacuate this week. She hopes they can go back in a month or so.
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NPR News: Meghan found love in Ukraine. Now her heart is breaking as she evacuates
Meghan found love in Ukraine. Now her heart is breaking as she evacuates
American Meghan Neville and her boyfriend moved to Ukraine to be near his family. But rising tension with Russia forced the couple to evacuate this week. She hopes they can go back in a month or so.
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American Meghan Neville and her boyfriend moved to Ukraine to be near his family. But rising tension with Russia forced the couple to evacuate this week. She hopes they can go back in a month or so.
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NPR News: 7 are dead and 14 missing after a Spanish fishing boat sinks off Newfoundland
7 are dead and 14 missing after a Spanish fishing boat sinks off Newfoundland
Three crew members including the vessel's captain were rescued. The Canadian air force and coast guard and other Spanish fishing vessels are searching the area.
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Three crew members including the vessel's captain were rescued. The Canadian air force and coast guard and other Spanish fishing vessels are searching the area.
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NPR News: A geeky quiz says what kind of immune cell you are. Bonus: See our immune cell primer
A geeky quiz says what kind of immune cell you are. Bonus: See our immune cell primer
Answer a few questions and find out what kind of immune cell you'd be – and learn more about these amazing cells that fight off infection.
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Answer a few questions and find out what kind of immune cell you'd be – and learn more about these amazing cells that fight off infection.
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Monday, 14 February 2022
NPR News: U.S. asks Honduras to arrest, extradite ex-President Hernández
U.S. asks Honduras to arrest, extradite ex-President Hernández
The request follows speculation over whether the former president would be charged after U.S. prosecutors repeatedly implicated him in his brother's 2019 drug trafficking trial.
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The request follows speculation over whether the former president would be charged after U.S. prosecutors repeatedly implicated him in his brother's 2019 drug trafficking trial.
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NPR News: U.S. asks Honduras to arrest, extradite ex-President Hernández
U.S. asks Honduras to arrest, extradite ex-President Hernández
The request follows speculation over whether the former president would be charged after U.S. prosecutors repeatedly implicated him in his brother's 2019 drug trafficking trial.
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The request follows speculation over whether the former president would be charged after U.S. prosecutors repeatedly implicated him in his brother's 2019 drug trafficking trial.
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NPR News: Hate crime prosecutor details Ahmaud Arbery killers' racist history
Hate crime prosecutor details Ahmaud Arbery killers' racist history
The defense attorneys insisted the three men's pursuit of the 25-year-old was prompted by "honest, though erroneous, suspicion that he committed crimes" and not because of his race.
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The defense attorneys insisted the three men's pursuit of the 25-year-old was prompted by "honest, though erroneous, suspicion that he committed crimes" and not because of his race.
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NPR News: DNA from rape kits used to ID victims as suspects in crimes, San Francisco DA says
DNA from rape kits used to ID victims as suspects in crimes, San Francisco DA says
DA says said one woman was recently arrested for a felony property crime based on her DNA collected years ago during a domestic violence-involved rape examination.
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DA says said one woman was recently arrested for a felony property crime based on her DNA collected years ago during a domestic violence-involved rape examination.
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NPR News: Albuquerque police have charged a man with stabbing 11 people in random attacks
Albuquerque police have charged a man with stabbing 11 people in random attacks
"There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason," police spokesman says of the attacks, which left two people critically injured.
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"There doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason," police spokesman says of the attacks, which left two people critically injured.
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NPR News: German chancellor warns of far-reaching sanctions if Russia moves on Ukraine
German chancellor warns of far-reaching sanctions if Russia moves on Ukraine
Olaf Scholz did not elaborate on specifics during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday but he did say that pledge a new round of financial assistance to Kyiv.
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Olaf Scholz did not elaborate on specifics during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday but he did say that pledge a new round of financial assistance to Kyiv.
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NPR News: German chancellor warns of far-reaching sanctions if Russia moves on Ukraine
German chancellor warns of far-reaching sanctions if Russia moves on Ukraine
Olaf Scholz did not elaborate on specifics during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday but he did say that pledge a new round of financial assistance to Kyiv.
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Olaf Scholz did not elaborate on specifics during his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday but he did say that pledge a new round of financial assistance to Kyiv.
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NPR News: In New York City, a statewide mask mandate for businesses has ended
In New York City, a statewide mask mandate for businesses has ended
Some states have been lifting indoor masking requirements and allowing individual businesses to set their own policies. In New York City, that's causing confusion and fatigue with COVID protocols.
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Some states have been lifting indoor masking requirements and allowing individual businesses to set their own policies. In New York City, that's causing confusion and fatigue with COVID protocols.
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Sunday, 13 February 2022
NPR News: Eminem takes a knee during the Super Bowl halftime show
Eminem takes a knee during the Super Bowl halftime show
The rapper took a knee for about 50 seconds during the star-studded halftime performance. It came during a set from some of hip-hop's biggest stars.
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The rapper took a knee for about 50 seconds during the star-studded halftime performance. It came during a set from some of hip-hop's biggest stars.
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NPR News: Shortly before the Super Bowl, the U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexico
Shortly before the Super Bowl, the U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexico
The suspension would not affect game-day consumption as those avocados had already been shipped.
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The suspension would not affect game-day consumption as those avocados had already been shipped.
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NPR News: Shortly before the Super Bowl, the U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexico
Shortly before the Super Bowl, the U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexico
The suspension would not affect game-day consumption as those avocados had already been shipped.
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The suspension would not affect game-day consumption as those avocados had already been shipped.
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NPR News: The French fry lover in your life may go head over peels for this perfume
The French fry lover in your life may go head over peels for this perfume
Looking for a last-minute Valentine's Day gift? Idaho's potato commission is giving away French fry-scented perfume for Valentine's Day.
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Looking for a last-minute Valentine's Day gift? Idaho's potato commission is giving away French fry-scented perfume for Valentine's Day.
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NPR News: The U.S. is suspending Mexican avocado imports
The U.S. is suspending Mexican avocado imports
Mexico has acknowledged that the U.S. government has suspended all imports of Mexican avocados after a U.S. plant safety inspector in Mexico received a threat.
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Mexico has acknowledged that the U.S. government has suspended all imports of Mexican avocados after a U.S. plant safety inspector in Mexico received a threat.
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Saturday, 12 February 2022
NPR News: (Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
(Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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NPR News: (Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
(Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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NPR News: (Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
(Real) snow disrupts events at the Beijing Winter Olympics
The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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The men's giant slalom went ahead as scheduled — albeit with a few delays and stoppages. Low visibility caused 33 skiers to fail to finish their first qualifying run.
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NPR News: Canada orders end to major bridge blockade as convoy protests spread elsewhere
Canada orders end to major bridge blockade as convoy protests spread elsewhere
Canadian authorities moved to clear protesters who had blocked a key international crossing between the U.S. and Canada in Ontario.
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Canadian authorities moved to clear protesters who had blocked a key international crossing between the U.S. and Canada in Ontario.
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NPR News: 'Into The Depths' podcast follows Black divers in search for slave trade shipwrecks
'Into The Depths' podcast follows Black divers in search for slave trade shipwrecks
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with National Geographic explorer Tara Roberts about her new podcast Into The Depths, about a team of Black divers exploring the ruins of slave ships in the ocean.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with National Geographic explorer Tara Roberts about her new podcast Into The Depths, about a team of Black divers exploring the ruins of slave ships in the ocean.
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NPR News: Biden warns Putin of 'decisive' response if Russia invades Ukraine
Biden warns Putin of 'decisive' response if Russia invades Ukraine
President Biden spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, and the U.S. ordered its diplomats and troops out of Ukraine.
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President Biden spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, and the U.S. ordered its diplomats and troops out of Ukraine.
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Friday, 11 February 2022
NPR News: U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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NPR News: U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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NPR News: U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
U.S. snowboarders Lindsey Jacobellis and Nick Baumgartner make history in Beijing
At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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At their ages, Jacobellis' and Baumgartner's win over Italy and Canada during the first-ever Olympic mixed team snowboard cross events broke multiple records.
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NPR News: Alleged 'boogaloo' member pleads guilty to killing federal guard during 2020 protests
Alleged 'boogaloo' member pleads guilty to killing federal guard during 2020 protests
Steven Carrillo, 33, changed his plea to guilty after federal prosecutors last month agreed not to seek the death penalty.
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Steven Carrillo, 33, changed his plea to guilty after federal prosecutors last month agreed not to seek the death penalty.
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NPR News: 5 Phoenix police officers were shot and 4 more injured in a fatal domestic dispute
5 Phoenix police officers were shot and 4 more injured in a fatal domestic dispute
Suspect ambushed the first officer on the scene then shot four more who were trying to take a baby to safety.
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Suspect ambushed the first officer on the scene then shot four more who were trying to take a baby to safety.
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NPR News: Canadian judge orders an end to the blockade at a U.S.-Canada border bridge
Canadian judge orders an end to the blockade at a U.S.-Canada border bridge
A judge said the order would be effective at 7 p.m. to give protesters time to leave. Police immediately warned that demonstrators could be subject to arrest and their vehicles may be seized.
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A judge said the order would be effective at 7 p.m. to give protesters time to leave. Police immediately warned that demonstrators could be subject to arrest and their vehicles may be seized.
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Thursday, 10 February 2022
NPR News: Shaun White finishes fourth in men's halfpipe, wrapping up storied Olympic career
Shaun White finishes fourth in men's halfpipe, wrapping up storied Olympic career
The 2022 Beijing Olympics is White's last competition as a professional snowboarder. He is the first, and only, snowboarder to win three Olympic gold medals.
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The 2022 Beijing Olympics is White's last competition as a professional snowboarder. He is the first, and only, snowboarder to win three Olympic gold medals.
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NPR News: Lawmakers question Interior Dept.'s awarding of contract to review tribal jail deaths
Lawmakers question Interior Dept.'s awarding of contract to review tribal jail deaths
Lawmakers are pushing for a "do-over" of an Interior Department contract to review tribal jail deaths awarded to a former official. Nearly half of the deaths he was to review occurred on his watch.
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Lawmakers are pushing for a "do-over" of an Interior Department contract to review tribal jail deaths awarded to a former official. Nearly half of the deaths he was to review occurred on his watch.
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NPR News: A Canadian judge has frozen access to donations for the trucker convoy protest
A Canadian judge has frozen access to donations for the trucker convoy protest
After losing access to GoFundMe campaigns, those involved with "Freedom Convoy 2022" then moved to Christian fundraising site GiveSendGo.
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After losing access to GoFundMe campaigns, those involved with "Freedom Convoy 2022" then moved to Christian fundraising site GiveSendGo.
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NPR News: A Canadian judge has frozen access to donations for the trucker convoy protest
A Canadian judge has frozen access to donations for the trucker convoy protest
After losing access to GoFundMe campaigns, those involved with "Freedom Convoy 2022" then moved to Christian fundraising site GiveSendGo.
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After losing access to GoFundMe campaigns, those involved with "Freedom Convoy 2022" then moved to Christian fundraising site GiveSendGo.
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NPR News: Here's what to do if you hit your head, trauma experts say
Here's what to do if you hit your head, trauma experts say
Actor and comedian Bob Saget's death was caused by a blow to the head that he appeared to ignore before going to bed. Medical experts say you should always seek care if you experience a head trauma.
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Actor and comedian Bob Saget's death was caused by a blow to the head that he appeared to ignore before going to bed. Medical experts say you should always seek care if you experience a head trauma.
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NPR News: Protections for gray wolves restored across much of the U.S.
Protections for gray wolves restored across much of the U.S.
The ruling by a U.S. district judge puts a spotlight on a species whose recovery from near-extinction has been heralded as a historic conservation success.
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The ruling by a U.S. district judge puts a spotlight on a species whose recovery from near-extinction has been heralded as a historic conservation success.
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NPR News: Abortions in Texas fell 60% in the first month after its new law took effect
Abortions in Texas fell 60% in the first month after its new law took effect
The numbers offer a fuller picture of the sharp drop in patients that Texas doctors have described in their clinics over the past five months.
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The numbers offer a fuller picture of the sharp drop in patients that Texas doctors have described in their clinics over the past five months.
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Wednesday, 9 February 2022
NPR News: Friends who have attended every Super Bowl are planning their final trip
Friends who have attended every Super Bowl are planning their final trip
The far-flung friends, all in their 80s, use the Super Bowl to meet up, spend time together and reminisce. But in recent years they've come to grips with the fact it must come to an end one day
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The far-flung friends, all in their 80s, use the Super Bowl to meet up, spend time together and reminisce. But in recent years they've come to grips with the fact it must come to an end one day
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NPR News: Students walk out at West Virginia school after Christian revival
Students walk out at West Virginia school after Christian revival
A religious service held in a public school ignites a debate about the separation of church and state.
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A religious service held in a public school ignites a debate about the separation of church and state.
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NPR News: 1 in 5 Patriot Front applicants say they have ties to the military
1 in 5 Patriot Front applicants say they have ties to the military
The group, which is a rebrand of a group that attended the "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville, Va., has created an image of Americana bolstered by racism, antisemitism and neo-fascism.
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The group, which is a rebrand of a group that attended the "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville, Va., has created an image of Americana bolstered by racism, antisemitism and neo-fascism.
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NPR News: Students walk out at West Virginia school after Christian revival
Students walk out at West Virginia school after Christian revival
A religious service held in a public school ignites a debate about the separation of church and state.
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A religious service held in a public school ignites a debate about the separation of church and state.
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NPR News: U.K. soccer player Kurt Zouma is under fire after a video showed him abusing cats
U.K. soccer player Kurt Zouma is under fire after a video showed him abusing cats
The West Ham United player has been fined for his actions and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has launched an investigation into the matter.
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The West Ham United player has been fined for his actions and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has launched an investigation into the matter.
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Tuesday, 8 February 2022
NPR News: Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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NPR News: Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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NPR News: Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Olympic star Mikaela Shiffrin fails to finish a second race at the 2022 Winter Games
Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic champion, bailed out of the women's slalom race on Wednesday. She previously won a gold medal in this competition in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics.
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NPR News: 2 Capitol riot suspects were arrested from online sleuths' info, documents show
2 Capitol riot suspects were arrested from online sleuths' info, documents show
The FBI has cited information compiled by online sleuths in many of the more than 730 riot-related cases filed in federal court so far.
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The FBI has cited information compiled by online sleuths in many of the more than 730 riot-related cases filed in federal court so far.
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NPR News: D.C. sniper's case for reconsidering his sentences is heard by Maryland Supreme Court
D.C. sniper's case for reconsidering his sentences is heard by Maryland Supreme Court
Lee Boyd Malvo's attorneys argue that his six life sentences should be reconsidered because of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that barred mandatory life sentences for juveniles.
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Lee Boyd Malvo's attorneys argue that his six life sentences should be reconsidered because of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that barred mandatory life sentences for juveniles.
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NPR News: Coal-dependent West Virginia eliminates ban on nuclear power
Coal-dependent West Virginia eliminates ban on nuclear power
The state's ban on nuclear plants was enacted in 1996, but nuclear power has gained support as a tool to keep climate change under control and other states are transitioning away from fossil fuels.
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The state's ban on nuclear plants was enacted in 1996, but nuclear power has gained support as a tool to keep climate change under control and other states are transitioning away from fossil fuels.
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Monday, 7 February 2022
NPR News: Unlucky curve 13 - Olympic luge racers crash out at same place on Beijing course
Unlucky curve 13 - Olympic luge racers crash out at same place on Beijing course
U.S. luge racer Emily Sweeney walked away from a crash on a day when numerous athletes lost control on the newly-built sled track in Yanqing.
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U.S. luge racer Emily Sweeney walked away from a crash on a day when numerous athletes lost control on the newly-built sled track in Yanqing.
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NPR News: U.S. Olympic skier River Radamus debuts a wild look in Beijing
U.S. Olympic skier River Radamus debuts a wild look in Beijing
Radamus, an alpine skier, is competing in Beijing for the U.S. during Tuesday's men's super-G race. His crazy hair is a standout.
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Radamus, an alpine skier, is competing in Beijing for the U.S. during Tuesday's men's super-G race. His crazy hair is a standout.
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NPR News: Civil rights leaders call on the NFL to replace the Rooney Rule
Civil rights leaders call on the NFL to replace the Rooney Rule
The Rooney Rule, a policy that went into effect in 2003, requires NFL teams to interview candidates of color for head coaching and senior operation vacancies.
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The Rooney Rule, a policy that went into effect in 2003, requires NFL teams to interview candidates of color for head coaching and senior operation vacancies.
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NPR News: A judge ordered the U.S. to pay $230 million to victims of a Texas church massacre
A judge ordered the U.S. to pay $230 million to victims of a Texas church massacre
The Air Force failed to put the shooter's name on a database that could have prevented him from legally buying guns. He killed 26 people and injured 22 in Sutherland Springs, Texas, in 2017.
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The Air Force failed to put the shooter's name on a database that could have prevented him from legally buying guns. He killed 26 people and injured 22 in Sutherland Springs, Texas, in 2017.
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NPR News: Corporate climate pledges are weaker than they seem, a new study reports
Corporate climate pledges are weaker than they seem, a new study reports
Many companies mislead by using accounting practices that make their environmental goals relatively meaningless or exclude parts of their businesses in their calculations, NewClimate Institute finds.
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Many companies mislead by using accounting practices that make their environmental goals relatively meaningless or exclude parts of their businesses in their calculations, NewClimate Institute finds.
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NPR News: Supreme Court blocks creation of 2nd majority-Black congressional district in Alabama
Supreme Court blocks creation of 2nd majority-Black congressional district in Alabama
The U.S. Supreme Court edged toward a further erosion of the Voting Right act Monday, blocking for now a second majority-Black congressional district in Alabama for the 2022 election.
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The U.S. Supreme Court edged toward a further erosion of the Voting Right act Monday, blocking for now a second majority-Black congressional district in Alabama for the 2022 election.
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NPR News: 15 boxes of White House records have been recovered at Trump's Mar-a-Lago
15 boxes of White House records have been recovered at Trump's Mar-a-Lago
The 15 boxes of records discovered at Mar-a-Lago should have been transferred to officials from the White House at the end of the Trump administration, officials say.
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The 15 boxes of records discovered at Mar-a-Lago should have been transferred to officials from the White House at the end of the Trump administration, officials say.
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Sunday, 6 February 2022
NPR News: U.S. figure skater Vincent Zhou tests positive for COVID-19 at the Winter Olympics
U.S. figure skater Vincent Zhou tests positive for COVID-19 at the Winter Olympics
Zhou competed on Sunday in the team event as a substitute for three-time world champion Nathan Chen. He is supposed to compete again on Tuesday in the men's short program.
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Zhou competed on Sunday in the team event as a substitute for three-time world champion Nathan Chen. He is supposed to compete again on Tuesday in the men's short program.
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NPR News: Peng Shuai, the Chinese tennis star, denies sexual assault by government leader
Peng Shuai, the Chinese tennis star, denies sexual assault by government leader
In a carefully-managed interview with a French magazine, Peng also said she was retiring from tennis and said her private life should not be brought up in politics or sport.
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In a carefully-managed interview with a French magazine, Peng also said she was retiring from tennis and said her private life should not be brought up in politics or sport.
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NPR News: Peng Shuai, the Chinese tennis star, denies sexual assault by government leader
Peng Shuai, the Chinese tennis star, denies sexual assault by government leader
In a carefully-managed interview with a French magazine, Peng also said she was retiring from tennis and said her private life should not be brought up in politics or sport.
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In a carefully-managed interview with a French magazine, Peng also said she was retiring from tennis and said her private life should not be brought up in politics or sport.
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NPR News: U.S. ski champ Mikaela Shiffrin is out of Olympic giant slalom event after falling
U.S. ski champ Mikaela Shiffrin is out of Olympic giant slalom event after falling
Shiffrin, known as the reigning queen of the slopes, fell in her first run in the giant slalom at the Beijing Olympics. It was the first time she did not finish a giant slalom race in four years.
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Shiffrin, known as the reigning queen of the slopes, fell in her first run in the giant slalom at the Beijing Olympics. It was the first time she did not finish a giant slalom race in four years.
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NPR News: U.S. ski champ Mikaela Shiffrin is out of Olympic giant slalom event after falling
U.S. ski champ Mikaela Shiffrin is out of Olympic giant slalom event after falling
Shiffrin, known as the reigning queen of the slopes, fell in her first run in the giant slalom at the Beijing Olympics. It was the first time she did not finish a giant slalom race in four years.
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Shiffrin, known as the reigning queen of the slopes, fell in her first run in the giant slalom at the Beijing Olympics. It was the first time she did not finish a giant slalom race in four years.
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NPR News: Federal hate crimes trial set to begin for the 3 men charged in Ahmaud Arbery's death
Federal hate crimes trial set to begin for the 3 men charged in Ahmaud Arbery's death
The Justice Department has charged Travis McMichael, his father Gregory McMichael and their neighbor William "Roddie" Bryan with hate crimes and attempted kidnapping of the 25-year-old.
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The Justice Department has charged Travis McMichael, his father Gregory McMichael and their neighbor William "Roddie" Bryan with hate crimes and attempted kidnapping of the 25-year-old.
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NPR News: Experts say Delta's call for an unruly passenger no-fly list invites legal turbulence
Experts say Delta's call for an unruly passenger no-fly list invites legal turbulence
The number of disorderly passengers on airplanes has spiked during the pandemic. Now, one airline CEO is renewing his call for a national no-fly list — and asking the U.S. government for backup.
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The number of disorderly passengers on airplanes has spiked during the pandemic. Now, one airline CEO is renewing his call for a national no-fly list — and asking the U.S. government for backup.
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Saturday, 5 February 2022
NPR News: Queen Elizabeth supports a 'Queen Camilla' — shaping the future of the UK monarchy
Queen Elizabeth supports a 'Queen Camilla' — shaping the future of the UK monarchy
In remarks delivered on the eve of the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, the monarch said she wants Camilla be known as "Queen Consort" if Charles, the Prince of Wales, succeeds her.
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In remarks delivered on the eve of the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, the monarch said she wants Camilla be known as "Queen Consort" if Charles, the Prince of Wales, succeeds her.
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NPR News: Carjackings are among the crimes that have escalated. One victim shares his story
Carjackings are among the crimes that have escalated. One victim shares his story
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with D.C. Council candidate Nate Fleming about his recent experience being carjacked in the nation's capital.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with D.C. Council candidate Nate Fleming about his recent experience being carjacked in the nation's capital.
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NPR News: Queen Elizabeth supports a 'Queen Camilla' — shaping the future of the UK monarchy
Queen Elizabeth supports a 'Queen Camilla' — shaping the future of the UK monarchy
In remarks delivered on the eve of the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, the monarch said she wants Camilla be known as "Queen Consort" if Charles, the Prince of Wales, succeeds her.
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In remarks delivered on the eve of the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, the monarch said she wants Camilla be known as "Queen Consort" if Charles, the Prince of Wales, succeeds her.
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NPR News: A former U.S. ambassador to NATO looks at what is at stake for the military alliance
A former U.S. ambassador to NATO looks at what is at stake for the military alliance
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Douglas Lute about why NATO is at the heart of the tension between Russia and the West and where the alliance might be headed.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Douglas Lute about why NATO is at the heart of the tension between Russia and the West and where the alliance might be headed.
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NPR News: Ukraine has thousands of veterans who would be called to serve in the reserves
Ukraine has thousands of veterans who would be called to serve in the reserves
Many of them fought Russian-backed separatists in the Donbas region. They say they are ready to fight again.
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Many of them fought Russian-backed separatists in the Donbas region. They say they are ready to fight again.
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Friday, 4 February 2022
NPR News: First Black University of Alabama student to share a building name with a Klan leader
First Black University of Alabama student to share a building name with a Klan leader
A University of Alabama building will share the names of a Klan leader and its first Black student
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A University of Alabama building will share the names of a Klan leader and its first Black student
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NPR News: Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Crowdfunding site GoFundMe said it would refund or redirect to charities the vast majority of millions raised by demonstrators protesting COVID-19 measures in the Canadian capital.
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Crowdfunding site GoFundMe said it would refund or redirect to charities the vast majority of millions raised by demonstrators protesting COVID-19 measures in the Canadian capital.
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NPR News: Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Protesters have said they won't leave until all mandates and COVID-19 restrictions are gone in a movement that has been endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Protesters have said they won't leave until all mandates and COVID-19 restrictions are gone in a movement that has been endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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NPR News: Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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NPR News: Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Ontario premier calls on COVID restriction protesters to end their 'occupation'
Protesters have said they won't leave until all mandates and COVID-19 restrictions are gone in a movement that has been endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Protesters have said they won't leave until all mandates and COVID-19 restrictions are gone in a movement that has been endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
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NPR News: Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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NPR News: Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
Why the FBI has been telling athletes heading to the Olympics to bring a burner phone
The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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The Winter Olympics are now underway and the FBI has been telling athletes heading to Beijing to bring a burner phone. There are all kinds of digital threats to the Olympics.
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Thursday, 3 February 2022
NPR News: Russia's Putin and China's Xi will meet in Beijing ahead of Olympics opening ceremony
Russia's Putin and China's Xi will meet in Beijing ahead of Olympics opening ceremony
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are meeting Friday in Beijing on the eve of the Winter Olympics.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are meeting Friday in Beijing on the eve of the Winter Olympics.
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NPR News: Uyghur kids recall physical and mental torment at Chinese boarding schools in Xinjiang
Uyghur kids recall physical and mental torment at Chinese boarding schools in Xinjiang
Being hit, locked in a dark room and forced to hold a stress position — two small Uyghur children recount abusive experiences in boarding school in Xinjiang, where they also lost their mother tongues.
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Being hit, locked in a dark room and forced to hold a stress position — two small Uyghur children recount abusive experiences in boarding school in Xinjiang, where they also lost their mother tongues.
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NPR News: U.S. says Russia is planning a false flag attack against Ukraine
U.S. says Russia is planning a false flag attack against Ukraine
The White House says Russia is planning a false flag operation to justify a further invasion of Ukraine. The State Department suggested Russia may be making a video of a fake attack to pin on Ukraine.
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The White House says Russia is planning a false flag operation to justify a further invasion of Ukraine. The State Department suggested Russia may be making a video of a fake attack to pin on Ukraine.
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NPR News: NBC is in an awkward position with the politics around the Beijing Olympics
NBC is in an awkward position with the politics around the Beijing Olympics
While the Olympics often feel like a victory lap for NBC, the games' exclusive broadcaster in the U.S., the politics surrounding Beijing 2022 have put the network in an uncomfortable spot.
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While the Olympics often feel like a victory lap for NBC, the games' exclusive broadcaster in the U.S., the politics surrounding Beijing 2022 have put the network in an uncomfortable spot.
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NPR News: As the Olympics open, China seeks the limelight, but warns against criticism
As the Olympics open, China seeks the limelight, but warns against criticism
As the Winter Olympics begin Friday, China is welcoming the world at a time when Beijing's aggressive foreign policy is creating friction with several other parts of the globe.
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As the Winter Olympics begin Friday, China is welcoming the world at a time when Beijing's aggressive foreign policy is creating friction with several other parts of the globe.
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NPR News: The U.S. has conducted a counterterrorism operation in Syria
The U.S. has conducted a counterterrorism operation in Syria
The Pentagon did not say who it targeted, but called the mission successful. Local media report civilian causalities.
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The Pentagon did not say who it targeted, but called the mission successful. Local media report civilian causalities.
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NPR News: The U.S. has conducted a counterterrorism operation in Syria
The U.S. has conducted a counterterrorism operation in Syria
The Pentagon did not say who it targeted, but called the mission successful. Local media report civilian causalities.
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The Pentagon did not say who it targeted, but called the mission successful. Local media report civilian causalities.
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Wednesday, 2 February 2022
NPR News: Mississippi becomes the 37th state to legalize medical marijuana
Mississippi becomes the 37th state to legalize medical marijuana
Mississippi voters approved a medical marijuana initiative in November 2020 but the state Supreme Court invalidated it six months later, ruling the measure was not put properly on the ballot.
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Mississippi voters approved a medical marijuana initiative in November 2020 but the state Supreme Court invalidated it six months later, ruling the measure was not put properly on the ballot.
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NPR News: 4 men arrested in the overdose death of 'The Wire' actor Michael K. Williams
4 men arrested in the overdose death of 'The Wire' actor Michael K. Williams
They are accused of selling fentanyl-laced heroin to Williams, the five-time Emmy nominated actor, best known for his role as a gay robber of drug dealers in the TV series The Wire.
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They are accused of selling fentanyl-laced heroin to Williams, the five-time Emmy nominated actor, best known for his role as a gay robber of drug dealers in the TV series The Wire.
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NPR News: Man accused of killing officers at private college was a former student, school says
Man accused of killing officers at private college was a former student, school says
Suspect's mother says "My son is mentally ill and he did something that I could not control and no one could come to help him."
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Suspect's mother says "My son is mentally ill and he did something that I could not control and no one could come to help him."
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NPR News: Biden task force makes progress reuniting families separated at the border
Biden task force makes progress reuniting families separated at the border
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas about the progress made reuniting those separated at the southern border by Trump-era policies.
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NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas about the progress made reuniting those separated at the southern border by Trump-era policies.
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NPR News: Omicron surge fallout: non-COVID patients wait for essential procedures
Omicron surge fallout: non-COVID patients wait for essential procedures
The omicron surge is derailing medical care for all kinds of patients. While it's hard to quantify, doctors say many patients are suffering because of canceled surgeries and clogged hospitals.
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The omicron surge is derailing medical care for all kinds of patients. While it's hard to quantify, doctors say many patients are suffering because of canceled surgeries and clogged hospitals.
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NPR News: When did America's culture wars begin, and how can they end? Jon Ronson has answers
When did America's culture wars begin, and how can they end? Jon Ronson has answers
America's culture wars are creating a world of "magnificent heroes and sickening villains" as people fight a fierce battle in black and white, says writer and podcaster Jon Ronson.
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America's culture wars are creating a world of "magnificent heroes and sickening villains" as people fight a fierce battle in black and white, says writer and podcaster Jon Ronson.
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NPR News: Tonga enters lockdown after first community transmitted COVID-19 cases detected
Tonga enters lockdown after first community transmitted COVID-19 cases detected
Two wharf workers tested positive Tuesday February 1st. The Ministry of Health has been testing workers there amid international aid shipments after last month's volcanic eruption.
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Two wharf workers tested positive Tuesday February 1st. The Ministry of Health has been testing workers there amid international aid shipments after last month's volcanic eruption.
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NPR News: Tonga enters lockdown after first community transmitted COVID-19 cases detected
Tonga enters lockdown after first community transmitted COVID-19 cases detected
Two wharf workers tested positive Tuesday February 1st. The Ministry of Health has been testing workers there amid international aid shipments after last month's volcanic eruption.
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Two wharf workers tested positive Tuesday February 1st. The Ministry of Health has been testing workers there amid international aid shipments after last month's volcanic eruption.
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NPR News: Another winter storm now threatens a large swath of Central and Eastern U.S.
Another winter storm now threatens a large swath of Central and Eastern U.S.
The National Weather Service predicts a prolonged, major winter storm that could travel across parts of the Midwest into the Northeast later this week.
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The National Weather Service predicts a prolonged, major winter storm that could travel across parts of the Midwest into the Northeast later this week.
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Tuesday, 1 February 2022
NPR News: Whoopi Goldberg suspended for 2 weeks over Holocaust remarks
Whoopi Goldberg suspended for 2 weeks over Holocaust remarks
The suspension came a day after Goldberg's comment during a discussion on "The View" that race was not a factor in the Holocaust.
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The suspension came a day after Goldberg's comment during a discussion on "The View" that race was not a factor in the Holocaust.
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NPR News: 2 officers killed at Bridgewater College in Virginia; a suspect is in custody
2 officers killed at Bridgewater College in Virginia; a suspect is in custody
A police spokeswoman said officers responded to reports of a suspicious man on campus and after a brief interaction, the man opened fire on the officers and fled on foot.
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A police spokeswoman said officers responded to reports of a suspicious man on campus and after a brief interaction, the man opened fire on the officers and fled on foot.
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NPR News: Jury begins deliberations in Roy Moore defamation case
Jury begins deliberations in Roy Moore defamation case
An attorney for Leigh Corfman, who accused the former Senate candidate of molesting her, told jurors in closing arguments that the case is ultimately about who they believe is telling the truth.
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An attorney for Leigh Corfman, who accused the former Senate candidate of molesting her, told jurors in closing arguments that the case is ultimately about who they believe is telling the truth.
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