Police In N.C. Arrest, Pepper Spray Protesters During March To Polls Event
According to video posted online and witness accounts, police in Graham, N.C., used pepper spray on a march to drive voter turnout. Activists say at least 17 people were arrested.
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Saturday, 31 October 2020
NPR News: Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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NPR News: Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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NPR News: Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Good News: You Can Sleep For One More Hour Tonight
Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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Most of the country will "fall back" during Sunday's wee hours. Many sleep researchers say daylight saving time does more harm than good.
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NPR News: Missouri Hospital CEO On Understaffed Rural Hospitals Overstressed By Pandemic
Missouri Hospital CEO On Understaffed Rural Hospitals Overstressed By Pandemic
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Dr. Randy Tobler, CEO of Scotland County Hospital in Memphis, Mo., about the impact the coronavirus surge is having on his facility and staff.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Dr. Randy Tobler, CEO of Scotland County Hospital in Memphis, Mo., about the impact the coronavirus surge is having on his facility and staff.
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NPR News: Philippines Prepares As Powerful Typhoon Goni Bears Down
Philippines Prepares As Powerful Typhoon Goni Bears Down
Goni is the most powerful storm so far this year. Evacuations were issued as the typhoon was set make landfall on the country's largest island.
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Goni is the most powerful storm so far this year. Evacuations were issued as the typhoon was set make landfall on the country's largest island.
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NPR News: U.S. Adds Almost 100,000 New Coronavirus Cases In One Day As Colder Weather Sets In
U.S. Adds Almost 100,000 New Coronavirus Cases In One Day As Colder Weather Sets In
The surge is particularly acute in the Midwest and Great Plains. Health experts say the increase is being driven in large part by people who don't exhibit any symptoms.
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The surge is particularly acute in the Midwest and Great Plains. Health experts say the increase is being driven in large part by people who don't exhibit any symptoms.
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NPR News: U.S. Special Operations Forces Rescue American Hostage In Nigeria
U.S. Special Operations Forces Rescue American Hostage In Nigeria
President Trump celebrated the mission at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, saying "we got our young man back."
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President Trump celebrated the mission at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, saying "we got our young man back."
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NPR News: U.S. Special Operations Forces Rescue American Hostage In Nigeria
U.S. Special Operations Forces Rescue American Hostage In Nigeria
President Trump celebrated the mission at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, saying "we got our young man back."
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President Trump celebrated the mission at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, saying "we got our young man back."
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NPR News: Are You Watching Your State Lawmaker Elections? Here's Why You Should
Are You Watching Your State Lawmaker Elections? Here's Why You Should
Millions of dollars are flowing into state legislative races. Redistricting and the coronavirus are expected to be top of the policy agenda in 2021 and party control could mean everything.
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Millions of dollars are flowing into state legislative races. Redistricting and the coronavirus are expected to be top of the policy agenda in 2021 and party control could mean everything.
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NPR News: An Update On Taiwan And China's Troubled Relationship
An Update On Taiwan And China's Troubled Relationship
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to China military expert Oriana Skylar Mastro about escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to China military expert Oriana Skylar Mastro about escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
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NPR News: Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of President Trump's push to ban TikTok, but uncertainty still clouds the future of the viral video app in the U.S.
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A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of President Trump's push to ban TikTok, but uncertainty still clouds the future of the viral video app in the U.S.
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NPR News: Pulling Off A Halloween Prank During A Deployment In Iraq
Pulling Off A Halloween Prank During A Deployment In Iraq
"We were doing an awful job in an awful time," veteran Garett Reppenhagen said in a StoryCorps conversation. "If I shed any joy to anybody on that base that day, then I think it was all worth it."
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"We were doing an awful job in an awful time," veteran Garett Reppenhagen said in a StoryCorps conversation. "If I shed any joy to anybody on that base that day, then I think it was all worth it."
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NPR News: Trump, Biden Make Final Statements Before Election Day
Trump, Biden Make Final Statements Before Election Day
President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden make their closing arguments in what's been an unusual campaign season to say the least.
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President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden make their closing arguments in what's been an unusual campaign season to say the least.
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NPR News: U.S. Coronavirus Cases Surpass 9 Million
U.S. Coronavirus Cases Surpass 9 Million
A new, dire record: the U.S. has topped 9 million coronavirus infections. Hospitals are overwhelmed in some areas of the country, while others are preparing for a new influx of COVID-19 patients.
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A new, dire record: the U.S. has topped 9 million coronavirus infections. Hospitals are overwhelmed in some areas of the country, while others are preparing for a new influx of COVID-19 patients.
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NPR News: Week In Politics: What The Polls Are Saying, Days Before Election Day
Week In Politics: What The Polls Are Saying, Days Before Election Day
With just days to go, the 2020 campaign is proving to be a referendum on Donald Trump's presidency more than anything else.
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With just days to go, the 2020 campaign is proving to be a referendum on Donald Trump's presidency more than anything else.
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NPR News: Policing Reform, Civilian Oversight And More: After Months Of Protest, Voters Decide
Policing Reform, Civilian Oversight And More: After Months Of Protest, Voters Decide
Months of protests over police brutality has brought some change, but major reform has so far eluded many communities.
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Months of protests over police brutality has brought some change, but major reform has so far eluded many communities.
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NPR News: An Update On Taiwan An China's Troubled Relationship
An Update On Taiwan An China's Troubled Relationship
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to China military expert Oriana Skylar Mastro about escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to China military expert Oriana Skylar Mastro about escalating tensions between China and Taiwan.
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NPR News: Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of President Trump's push to ban TikTok, but uncertainty still clouds the future of the viral video app in the U.S.
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A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of President Trump's push to ban TikTok, but uncertainty still clouds the future of the viral video app in the U.S.
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Friday, 30 October 2020
NPR News: Mom Dragged From SUV, Beaten By Officers With Toddler In Back Seat Filing Suit
Mom Dragged From SUV, Beaten By Officers With Toddler In Back Seat Filing Suit
Lawyers for Rickia Young, 28, and her son said she was battered, separated from the child for hours, and kept in handcuffs while being treated at a hospital. No charges have been filed against her.
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Lawyers for Rickia Young, 28, and her son said she was battered, separated from the child for hours, and kept in handcuffs while being treated at a hospital. No charges have been filed against her.
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NPR News: Kyle Rittenhouse Is Extradited To Face Homicide Charges In Wisconsin
Kyle Rittenhouse Is Extradited To Face Homicide Charges In Wisconsin
Lake County Judge Paul Novak denied the 17-year-old's request to stay in Illinois. The teen is charged with fatally shooting two men and wounding a third during a protest in Kenosha, Wis., in August.
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Lake County Judge Paul Novak denied the 17-year-old's request to stay in Illinois. The teen is charged with fatally shooting two men and wounding a third during a protest in Kenosha, Wis., in August.
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NPR News: New Zealand Supports The Right To Die, But Rejects The Right To Get High
New Zealand Supports The Right To Die, But Rejects The Right To Get High
The country voted to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill but no to legalizing marijuana. Two separate referendums were held along with the general election won Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
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The country voted to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill but no to legalizing marijuana. Two separate referendums were held along with the general election won Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
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NPR News: New Zealand Supports The Right To Die, But Rejects The Right To Get High
New Zealand Supports The Right To Die, But Rejects The Right To Get High
The country voted to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill but no to legalizing marijuana. Two separate referendums were held along with the general election won Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
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The country voted to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill but no to legalizing marijuana. Two separate referendums were held along with the general election won Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
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NPR News: Raleigh, N.C., Sets Citywide Curfew Ahead Of Racial Justice Protests
Raleigh, N.C., Sets Citywide Curfew Ahead Of Racial Justice Protests
Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said it will begin Friday, 10 p.m. and continue through Saturday, 5 a.m., citing the need to keep events under control, as the city braces for protests against police brutality.
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Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said it will begin Friday, 10 p.m. and continue through Saturday, 5 a.m., citing the need to keep events under control, as the city braces for protests against police brutality.
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NPR News: Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback
A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of Trump's push to ban the app TikTok, but the future of the viral video app in the U.S. remains clouded by uncertainty.
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A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of Trump's push to ban the app TikTok, but the future of the viral video app in the U.S. remains clouded by uncertainty.
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NPR News: How The Electoral College Came To Choose The President Of The U.S.
How The Electoral College Came To Choose The President Of The U.S.
The history of the Electoral College is in part tied to America's history of slavery. NPR's podcast Throughline explores the complicated story of how the U.S. presidential election system came to be.
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The history of the Electoral College is in part tied to America's history of slavery. NPR's podcast Throughline explores the complicated story of how the U.S. presidential election system came to be.
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NPR News: Louisville Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against Breonna Taylor's Boyfriend
Louisville Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against Breonna Taylor's Boyfriend
The Louisville Metro Police officer who was shot during the raid of Breonna Taylor's apartment has filed a countersuit. He's suing Taylor's boyfriend, Kenneth Walker.
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The Louisville Metro Police officer who was shot during the raid of Breonna Taylor's apartment has filed a countersuit. He's suing Taylor's boyfriend, Kenneth Walker.
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NPR News: The Trump And Biden Campaigns Make Last-Minute Push In Midwest
The Trump And Biden Campaigns Make Last-Minute Push In Midwest
President Trump and his Democratic opponent, Joe Biden, are making a push Friday across swing states in the Midwest as they race to turn out voters in the last days of the campaign.
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President Trump and his Democratic opponent, Joe Biden, are making a push Friday across swing states in the Midwest as they race to turn out voters in the last days of the campaign.
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NPR News: China's Xinjiang Region On Lockdown Amid Report Of New Cluster Of Coronavirus Cases
China's Xinjiang Region On Lockdown Amid Report Of New Cluster Of Coronavirus Cases
China has reported a cluster of coronavirus cases in the western region of Xinjiang. The region is taking a well-worn approach to contain the cluster: mass, pooled testing and a lockdown.
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China has reported a cluster of coronavirus cases in the western region of Xinjiang. The region is taking a well-worn approach to contain the cluster: mass, pooled testing and a lockdown.
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NPR News: Louisville Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against Boyfriend Of Breonna Taylor
Louisville Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against Boyfriend Of Breonna Taylor
Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly says Kenneth Walker committed battery, assault, and intentional emotional distress. Walker filed a civil lawsuit against the city and the police department last month.
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Sgt. Jonathan Mattingly says Kenneth Walker committed battery, assault, and intentional emotional distress. Walker filed a civil lawsuit against the city and the police department last month.
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NPR News: El Paso County Judge Orders Shutdown Of Nonessential Businesses
El Paso County Judge Orders Shutdown Of Nonessential Businesses
The judge's order, which calls for the closure of hair salons, gyms and restaurant dine-in services. The Texas attorney general says the judge has "no authority" to impose the shutdown.
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The judge's order, which calls for the closure of hair salons, gyms and restaurant dine-in services. The Texas attorney general says the judge has "no authority" to impose the shutdown.
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NPR News: Connecticut Won't Retry Kennedy Cousin In Martha Moxley Murder Case
Connecticut Won't Retry Kennedy Cousin In Martha Moxley Murder Case
Michael Skakel was previously accused of bludgeoning to death his 15-year-old neighbor. The prosecutor's office said many of the potential prosecution witnesses for the 1975 murder case have died.
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Michael Skakel was previously accused of bludgeoning to death his 15-year-old neighbor. The prosecutor's office said many of the potential prosecution witnesses for the 1975 murder case have died.
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NPR News: 'Nasrin' Documentary Spotlights Life And Work Of Jailed Iranian Human Rights Lawyer
'Nasrin' Documentary Spotlights Life And Work Of Jailed Iranian Human Rights Lawyer
A new film focuses on Nasrin Sotoudeh, a leading human rights lawyer whose health is declining in prison. "She is the closest thing that Iran has to Nelson Mandela," says analyst Karim Sadjadpour.
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A new film focuses on Nasrin Sotoudeh, a leading human rights lawyer whose health is declining in prison. "She is the closest thing that Iran has to Nelson Mandela," says analyst Karim Sadjadpour.
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NPR News: 7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes In Aegean Sea, 4 Dead In Turkey
7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes In Aegean Sea, 4 Dead In Turkey
The earthquake's worst effects are being reported in nearby Turkey, where officials say four people are dead and at least 12 buildings destroyed or damaged in the city of Izmir.
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The earthquake's worst effects are being reported in nearby Turkey, where officials say four people are dead and at least 12 buildings destroyed or damaged in the city of Izmir.
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NPR News: 'Nasrin' Documentary Spotlights Life And Work Of Jailed Iranian Human Rights Lawyer
'Nasrin' Documentary Spotlights Life And Work Of Jailed Iranian Human Rights Lawyer
A new film focuses on Nasrin Sotoudeh, a leading human rights lawyer whose health is declining in prison. "She is the closest thing that Iran has to Nelson Mandela," says analyst Karim Sadjadpour.
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A new film focuses on Nasrin Sotoudeh, a leading human rights lawyer whose health is declining in prison. "She is the closest thing that Iran has to Nelson Mandela," says analyst Karim Sadjadpour.
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NPR News: 7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes In Aegean Sea, 4 Dead In Turkey
7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes In Aegean Sea, 4 Dead In Turkey
The earthquake's worst effects are being reported in nearby Turkey, where officials say four people are dead and at least 12 buildings destroyed or damaged in the city of Izmir.
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The earthquake's worst effects are being reported in nearby Turkey, where officials say four people are dead and at least 12 buildings destroyed or damaged in the city of Izmir.
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NPR News: U.S. Hits New Coronavirus Record, With More Than 88,500 New Cases
U.S. Hits New Coronavirus Record, With More Than 88,500 New Cases
In the past week, the U.S. has blown past record levels of infection that were seen in the summer, when new cases topped 77,000 in July.
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In the past week, the U.S. has blown past record levels of infection that were seen in the summer, when new cases topped 77,000 in July.
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NPR News: News Brief: Final Electoral Map, Hidden Coronavirus Data, Stock Market
News Brief: Final Electoral Map, Hidden Coronavirus Data, Stock Market
NPR's final electoral map still shows plenty of uncertainty. Federal agencies are not sharing key hospitalization data with the public. And, Wall Street weighs in on the election and the stock market.
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NPR's final electoral map still shows plenty of uncertainty. Federal agencies are not sharing key hospitalization data with the public. And, Wall Street weighs in on the election and the stock market.
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NPR News: A Mother And Daughter Join Together As Poll Workers 'To Make A Difference'
A Mother And Daughter Join Together As Poll Workers 'To Make A Difference'
For StoryCorps, Cherie DeBrest tells her 18-year-old daughter, Naima, how civil rights issues inspired her to get more involved in the voting process.
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For StoryCorps, Cherie DeBrest tells her 18-year-old daughter, Naima, how civil rights issues inspired her to get more involved in the voting process.
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NPR News: Internal Documents Reveal COVID-19 Hospitalization Data The Government Keeps Hidden
Internal Documents Reveal COVID-19 Hospitalization Data The Government Keeps Hidden
Where are hospitals reaching capacity? Which metro areas are running out of beds? NPR has learned federal agencies collect and analyze this information in detail but don't share it with the public.
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Where are hospitals reaching capacity? Which metro areas are running out of beds? NPR has learned federal agencies collect and analyze this information in detail but don't share it with the public.
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NPR News: Agencies, Contractors Suspend Diversity Training To Avoid Violating Trump Order
Agencies, Contractors Suspend Diversity Training To Avoid Violating Trump Order
President Trump's recent executive order banning some diversity training has had a widespread effect as government agencies, contractors and universities scramble to figure out how to comply.
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President Trump's recent executive order banning some diversity training has had a widespread effect as government agencies, contractors and universities scramble to figure out how to comply.
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Thursday, 29 October 2020
NPR News: Walter Wallace Jr.'s Family Does Not Want Police Officers To Face Murder Charges
Walter Wallace Jr.'s Family Does Not Want Police Officers To Face Murder Charges
"Here's why: they were improperly trained and did not have the proper equipment by which to effectuate their job," the family's attorney said on Thursday. The officers' names have not been released.
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"Here's why: they were improperly trained and did not have the proper equipment by which to effectuate their job," the family's attorney said on Thursday. The officers' names have not been released.
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NPR News: Want To Buy A Gun At Walmart? You've Got To Ask For It
Want To Buy A Gun At Walmart? You've Got To Ask For It
The retail giant removed firearms and ammunition from its shelves saying it's a precautionary step amid the recent outbreak of civil unrest. But the weapons are still available, if you ask for them.
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The retail giant removed firearms and ammunition from its shelves saying it's a precautionary step amid the recent outbreak of civil unrest. But the weapons are still available, if you ask for them.
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NPR News: 'No Pandemic Exception To The Constitution': Court Rejects Minn. Ballot Extension
'No Pandemic Exception To The Constitution': Court Rejects Minn. Ballot Extension
The three-person panel on the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed an extension by Secretary of State Steve Simon to accommodate voters who may have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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The three-person panel on the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed an extension by Secretary of State Steve Simon to accommodate voters who may have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
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NPR News: Germany Sees Generational Conflict Over Pandemic As Virus Spreads
Germany Sees Generational Conflict Over Pandemic As Virus Spreads
Germany is heading into a partial lockdown. Berlin already imposed closing hours to its nightlife for the first time in decades, as Germany's leader asked youth to think of their grandparents.
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Germany is heading into a partial lockdown. Berlin already imposed closing hours to its nightlife for the first time in decades, as Germany's leader asked youth to think of their grandparents.
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NPR News: French Authorities Investigate Another Gruesome Attack
French Authorities Investigate Another Gruesome Attack
A man was arrested in Nice after he allegedly stabbed three people to death, beheading one of them. Earlier this month, a man beheaded a teacher outside Paris before being shot dead by police.
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A man was arrested in Nice after he allegedly stabbed three people to death, beheading one of them. Earlier this month, a man beheaded a teacher outside Paris before being shot dead by police.
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NPR News: China Aims To Be More Resilient To External Economic Shocks
China Aims To Be More Resilient To External Economic Shocks
Amid a global pandemic and tensions with the U.S., China's Communist Party has unveiled its next Five Year Plan. It includes an ambitious campaign to reduce economic reliance on foreign countries.
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Amid a global pandemic and tensions with the U.S., China's Communist Party has unveiled its next Five Year Plan. It includes an ambitious campaign to reduce economic reliance on foreign countries.
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NPR News: As Election Day Nears, Battleground States Are In Play
As Election Day Nears, Battleground States Are In Play
Five days before the end of voting, we have a status report on Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin. Those three states flipped to Donald Trump in 2016.
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Five days before the end of voting, we have a status report on Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin. Those three states flipped to Donald Trump in 2016.
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NPR News: China Aims To Be More Resilient To External Economic Shocks
China Aims To Be More Resilient To External Economic Shocks
Amid a global pandemic and tensions with the U.S., China's Communist Party has unveiled its next Five Year Plan. It includes an ambitious campaign to reduce economic reliance on foreign countries.
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Amid a global pandemic and tensions with the U.S., China's Communist Party has unveiled its next Five Year Plan. It includes an ambitious campaign to reduce economic reliance on foreign countries.
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NPR News: News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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NPR News: News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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NPR News: News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
News Brief: Michigan's Great Divide, Economic Outlook, ISIS Fighter Identified
Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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Michigan judge blocks ban on open carry of guns at polls on Election Day. Strong GDP numbers won't repair all economic damage. And, NPR identifies ISIS fighter at the center of Navy war crimes trial.
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NPR News: European Countries Revive Restrictions To Battle COVID-19 Spike
European Countries Revive Restrictions To Battle COVID-19 Spike
Germany and France have become the latest European countries to introduce limited public health lockdowns, in an effort to end sharp increases in coronavirus infections.
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Germany and France have become the latest European countries to introduce limited public health lockdowns, in an effort to end sharp increases in coronavirus infections.
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NPR News: Iraqi Family Identifies Their Son As ISIS Teen At Center Of Navy War Crimes Trial
Iraqi Family Identifies Their Son As ISIS Teen At Center Of Navy War Crimes Trial
The name of the young ISIS fighter was not revealed in U.S. court proceedings and the records are sealed. NPR has identified the fighter with the help of Iraqi officials and the teenager's family.
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The name of the young ISIS fighter was not revealed in U.S. court proceedings and the records are sealed. NPR has identified the fighter with the help of Iraqi officials and the teenager's family.
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NPR News: Trump Counts On Rural Voters In Arizona To Help Him Win The State
Trump Counts On Rural Voters In Arizona To Help Him Win The State
President Trump again skipped Phoenix during his latest campaign swing through Arizona, as the campaign turns to its 2016 playbook - hoping rural voters will decide the close election.
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President Trump again skipped Phoenix during his latest campaign swing through Arizona, as the campaign turns to its 2016 playbook - hoping rural voters will decide the close election.
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NPR News: Texas County Imposes Curfew To Stem Spike In Coronavirus Cases
Texas County Imposes Curfew To Stem Spike In Coronavirus Cases
NPR's David Greene talks to Dr. Ogechika Alozie, chief medical officer of the Del Sol Medical Center in El Paso, Texas, about the surge. Alozie is also the co-chair of the El Paso COVID-19 task force.
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NPR's David Greene talks to Dr. Ogechika Alozie, chief medical officer of the Del Sol Medical Center in El Paso, Texas, about the surge. Alozie is also the co-chair of the El Paso COVID-19 task force.
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NPR News: How Is Law Enforcement Preparing For Potential Election Violence?
How Is Law Enforcement Preparing For Potential Election Violence?
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul about how state attorneys general and local law enforcement are preparing to stop voter intimidation and post-election violence.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul about how state attorneys general and local law enforcement are preparing to stop voter intimidation and post-election violence.
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NPR News: Opioid Crisis: Critics Say Trump Fumbled Response To Another Deadly Epidemic
Opioid Crisis: Critics Say Trump Fumbled Response To Another Deadly Epidemic
President Trump promised to end America's opioid crisis. On his watch overdose deaths flattened in 2018 then surged again to record levels.
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President Trump promised to end America's opioid crisis. On his watch overdose deaths flattened in 2018 then surged again to record levels.
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NPR News: Polling Places Are Closing Due To COVID-19, It Could Tip Races In 1 Swing State
Polling Places Are Closing Due To COVID-19, It Could Tip Races In 1 Swing State
As many as 30% of Iowa voters could be affected by polling place closures according to a new analysis by NPR, the Center for Public Integrity and Stateline.
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As many as 30% of Iowa voters could be affected by polling place closures according to a new analysis by NPR, the Center for Public Integrity and Stateline.
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NPR News: 'Guns, Protests And Elections Do Not Mix': Conflict Experts See Rising Warning Signs
'Guns, Protests And Elections Do Not Mix': Conflict Experts See Rising Warning Signs
If no clear winner emerges on election night, experts in global conflict warn that protesters and counter-protesters could clash in the streets, making conditions ripe for potential violence.
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If no clear winner emerges on election night, experts in global conflict warn that protesters and counter-protesters could clash in the streets, making conditions ripe for potential violence.
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NPR News: European Countries Revive Restrictions To Battle COVID-19 Spike
European Countries Revive Restrictions To Battle COVID-19 Spike
Germany and France have become the latest European countries to introduce limited public health lockdowns, in an effort to end sharp increases in coronavirus infections.
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Germany and France have become the latest European countries to introduce limited public health lockdowns, in an effort to end sharp increases in coronavirus infections.
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NPR News: Iraqi Family Identifies Their Son As ISIS Teen At Center Of Navy War Crimes Trial
Iraqi Family Identifies Their Son As ISIS Teen At Center Of Navy War Crimes Trial
The name of the young ISIS fighter was not revealed in U.S. court proceedings and the records are sealed. NPR has identified the fighter with the help of Iraqi officials and the teenager's family.
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The name of the young ISIS fighter was not revealed in U.S. court proceedings and the records are sealed. NPR has identified the fighter with the help of Iraqi officials and the teenager's family.
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Wednesday, 28 October 2020
NPR News: U.S. Hospitals Targeted In Rising Wave Of Ransomware Attacks, Federal Agencies Say
U.S. Hospitals Targeted In Rising Wave Of Ransomware Attacks, Federal Agencies Say
An alert warns hospitals and healthcare providers that there is "credible information of an increased and imminent cybercrime threat."
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An alert warns hospitals and healthcare providers that there is "credible information of an increased and imminent cybercrime threat."
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NPR News: 'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown
'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown
The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single Victorian for staying the course," said the state's top official.
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The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single Victorian for staying the course," said the state's top official.
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NPR News: Citing 'Devastating' Pandemic Impact, Boeing To Lay Off 7,000 More Workers
Citing 'Devastating' Pandemic Impact, Boeing To Lay Off 7,000 More Workers
"This moment is among the most difficult in our more than 100-year history," CEO Dave Calhoun said. Most of the layoffs will be in Washington state, where Boeing designs and builds many aircraft.
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"This moment is among the most difficult in our more than 100-year history," CEO Dave Calhoun said. Most of the layoffs will be in Washington state, where Boeing designs and builds many aircraft.
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NPR News: 'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown
'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown
The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single Victorian for staying the course," said the state's top official.
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The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single Victorian for staying the course," said the state's top official.
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NPR News: Why A Champion For The Very Poor Is Not Pessimistic. In Fact, He's Optimistic!
Why A Champion For The Very Poor Is Not Pessimistic. In Fact, He's Optimistic!
Steve Davis lays out the reasons for his (relatively) rosy outlook In his new book: Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.
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Steve Davis lays out the reasons for his (relatively) rosy outlook In his new book: Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.
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NPR News: China Runs Illegal Intimidation Scheme Inside The U.S., DoJ Charges
China Runs Illegal Intimidation Scheme Inside The U.S., DoJ Charges
Five people have been arrested and others are facing criminal charges in what Justice Department leaders called a plot by China's government to lean on political opponents with threats and extortion.
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Five people have been arrested and others are facing criminal charges in what Justice Department leaders called a plot by China's government to lean on political opponents with threats and extortion.
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NPR News: France, Turkey And The Charlie Hebdo Cartoons: What's Behind The Dispute?
France, Turkey And The Charlie Hebdo Cartoons: What's Behind The Dispute?
The increased friction follows the beheading of a French teacher after he showed his class caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad. The two countries have sharp foreign policy differences.
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The increased friction follows the beheading of a French teacher after he showed his class caricatures of the Prophet Mohammad. The two countries have sharp foreign policy differences.
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NPR News: Why A Champion For The Very Poor Is Not Pessimistic. In Fact, He's Optimistic!
Why A Champion For The Very Poor Is Not Pessimistic. In Fact, He's Optimistic!
Steve Davis lays out the reasons for his (relatively) rosy outlook In his new book: Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.
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Steve Davis lays out the reasons for his (relatively) rosy outlook In his new book: Undercurrents: Channeling Outrage to Spark Practical Activism.
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NPR News: Michigan Judge Blocks Ban On Open Carry Of Guns At Polls On Election Day
Michigan Judge Blocks Ban On Open Carry Of Guns At Polls On Election Day
A judge judge sided with pro-gun groups, blocking a directive that banned openly carrying guns within 100 feet from polling centers on Nov. 3.
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A judge judge sided with pro-gun groups, blocking a directive that banned openly carrying guns within 100 feet from polling centers on Nov. 3.
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NPR News: 'The Dead Are Arising' Sheds Light On Malcolm X — And Those That Influenced Him
'The Dead Are Arising' Sheds Light On Malcolm X — And Those That Influenced Him
This isn't only a biography of Malcolm X; Les and Tamara Payne contextualize race in America prior to Malcolm's birth, and take a nuanced, unflinching look at his life, his death — and its aftermath.
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This isn't only a biography of Malcolm X; Les and Tamara Payne contextualize race in America prior to Malcolm's birth, and take a nuanced, unflinching look at his life, his death — and its aftermath.
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NPR News: Many Latino Men Are Supporting President Trump In Tuesday's Vote
Many Latino Men Are Supporting President Trump In Tuesday's Vote
The Latino vote will be key across the country, especially in tight races in places such as Arizona and Florida. About one quarter of Latinos, mostly men, remain steadily in support of the president.
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The Latino vote will be key across the country, especially in tight races in places such as Arizona and Florida. About one quarter of Latinos, mostly men, remain steadily in support of the president.
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NPR News: Facebook, Twitter, Google CEOs Testify To Senate: What To Watch For
Facebook, Twitter, Google CEOs Testify To Senate: What To Watch For
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Twitter's Jack Dorsey and Google's Sundar Pichai go before the Senate Commerce Committee to defend Section 230, a law that protects them from lawsuits over users' posts.
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Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Twitter's Jack Dorsey and Google's Sundar Pichai go before the Senate Commerce Committee to defend Section 230, a law that protects them from lawsuits over users' posts.
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NPR News: Major GOP PAC Targets State House Race In Georgia
Major GOP PAC Targets State House Race In Georgia
Republicans spent about a million dollars in a state House race to flip control in their favor. It's symbolic of the big fundraising efforts for state legislative control before 2021 redistricting.
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Republicans spent about a million dollars in a state House race to flip control in their favor. It's symbolic of the big fundraising efforts for state legislative control before 2021 redistricting.
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NPR News: 2 Counties In Illinois Have Opposite Effects Controlling Pandemic
2 Counties In Illinois Have Opposite Effects Controlling Pandemic
Illinois is seeing big spikes in COVID-19 cases that appear, in part, to be related to the political stance being taken by some county officials in regards to safety protocols.
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Illinois is seeing big spikes in COVID-19 cases that appear, in part, to be related to the political stance being taken by some county officials in regards to safety protocols.
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NPR News: Berlin Orders Curfew For 1st Time In 70 Years As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Berlin Orders Curfew For 1st Time In 70 Years As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Germany's COVID-19 infection rate is surging among 20 to 40 year olds. Politicians and epidemiologists are telling people to avoid parties, but that message is not being received well in Berlin.
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Germany's COVID-19 infection rate is surging among 20 to 40 year olds. Politicians and epidemiologists are telling people to avoid parties, but that message is not being received well in Berlin.
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NPR News: For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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NPR News: Wisconsin Dairy Farmer Weighs In On The Election, COVID-19 Spike
Wisconsin Dairy Farmer Weighs In On The Election, COVID-19 Spike
What's on voters' minds in Wisconsin as COVID-19 cases surge in the state? NPR's Noel King talks to dairy farmer Rick Roden of West Bend, who says he's more concerned about his farm than the pandemic.
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What's on voters' minds in Wisconsin as COVID-19 cases surge in the state? NPR's Noel King talks to dairy farmer Rick Roden of West Bend, who says he's more concerned about his farm than the pandemic.
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NPR News: For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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NPR News: National Guard Troops Mobilized After Unrest In Philadelphia
National Guard Troops Mobilized After Unrest In Philadelphia
Hundreds of protesters were out for a second night after police shot and killed Walter Wallace, a 27-year-old Black man, on Monday. His family says they called for help with a mental health crisis.
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Hundreds of protesters were out for a second night after police shot and killed Walter Wallace, a 27-year-old Black man, on Monday. His family says they called for help with a mental health crisis.
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NPR News: News Brief: Tech Shield Hearing, Voting Days Dwindle, Philadelphia Unrest
News Brief: Tech Shield Hearing, Voting Days Dwindle, Philadelphia Unrest
Senate reconsiders legal shield protecting tech industry. Presidential campaign schedules reveal who's on offense; who's on defense. And, more protests in Philadelphia after police killed a Black man.
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Senate reconsiders legal shield protecting tech industry. Presidential campaign schedules reveal who's on offense; who's on defense. And, more protests in Philadelphia after police killed a Black man.
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NPR News: Wyoming Is Using Dark Money To Help Keep Coal Plants In Other States Open
Wyoming Is Using Dark Money To Help Keep Coal Plants In Other States Open
Wyoming is quietly supporting action elsewhere to preserve its coal-dependent economy. Experts on money in politics say they've never seen this before and find it troubling.
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Wyoming is quietly supporting action elsewhere to preserve its coal-dependent economy. Experts on money in politics say they've never seen this before and find it troubling.
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NPR News: Female Doctors Spend More Time With Patients, But Earn Less Money Than Men
Female Doctors Spend More Time With Patients, But Earn Less Money Than Men
Female physicians spend more time with each patient than male doctors do and their patients report increased satisfaction. But the extra time adds up and results in less money.
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Female physicians spend more time with each patient than male doctors do and their patients report increased satisfaction. But the extra time adds up and results in less money.
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NPR News: 2020 Not Scary Enough? Try A Haunted Car Wash
2020 Not Scary Enough? Try A Haunted Car Wash
It's one type of business offering a frighteningly good time, with trick-or-treating discouraged and haunted houses seeming even scarier than other years because of COVID-19.
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It's one type of business offering a frighteningly good time, with trick-or-treating discouraged and haunted houses seeming even scarier than other years because of COVID-19.
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NPR News: Berlin Orders Curfew For 1st Time In 70 Years As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Berlin Orders Curfew For 1st Time In 70 Years As COVID-19 Cases Rise
Germany's COVID-19 infection rate is surging among 20 to 40 year olds. Politicians and epidemiologists are telling people to avoid parties, but that message is not being received well in Berlin.
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Germany's COVID-19 infection rate is surging among 20 to 40 year olds. Politicians and epidemiologists are telling people to avoid parties, but that message is not being received well in Berlin.
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NPR News: For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
For Many Military Personnel, Voting By Mail Is Not Unusual
In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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In a year when millions of people are expected to vote by mail, overseas troops were among the first to receive their ballots. Federal law requires they go out at least 45 days before the election.
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Tuesday, 27 October 2020
NPR News: Oklahoma Ice Storm Leaves 300,000 Without Power
Oklahoma Ice Storm Leaves 300,000 Without Power
The early season arrival of a mix of rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain and gusty winds, which first struck on Monday night, caught public utility companies unprepared for the massive power losses.
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The early season arrival of a mix of rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain and gusty winds, which first struck on Monday night, caught public utility companies unprepared for the massive power losses.
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NPR News: LA Dodgers Win World Series In Game 6, Defeating Tampa Bay 3-1
LA Dodgers Win World Series In Game 6, Defeating Tampa Bay 3-1
It was the end of a pandemic-shortened season of only 60 games. Los Angeles won for the first time in 32 years.
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It was the end of a pandemic-shortened season of only 60 games. Los Angeles won for the first time in 32 years.
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NPR News: U.S. And India Sign Military Agreement During Pompeo, Esper Trip
U.S. And India Sign Military Agreement During Pompeo, Esper Trip
It's the latest in a series of U.S.-India military agreements designed to counter China's growing power in the Indo-Pacific region.
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It's the latest in a series of U.S.-India military agreements designed to counter China's growing power in the Indo-Pacific region.
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NPR News: Fatal Police Shooting In Philadelphia Sparks Protests, Clashes Overnight
Fatal Police Shooting In Philadelphia Sparks Protests, Clashes Overnight
Police shot and killed Walter Wallace during a confrontation Monday afternoon in West Philadelphia. Police said he was holding a knife. Violent clashes erupted on Monday night and into Tuesday.
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Police shot and killed Walter Wallace during a confrontation Monday afternoon in West Philadelphia. Police said he was holding a knife. Violent clashes erupted on Monday night and into Tuesday.
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NPR News: Is The U.S. Portraying Civilians As The Enemy?
Is The U.S. Portraying Civilians As The Enemy?
An NPR report prompted the U.S. to investigate if civilians were killed during the raid on the ISIS leader a year ago. The results still leave questions about whether innocent men were killed.
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An NPR report prompted the U.S. to investigate if civilians were killed during the raid on the ISIS leader a year ago. The results still leave questions about whether innocent men were killed.
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NPR News: Is The U.S. Portraying Civilians As The Enemy?
Is The U.S. Portraying Civilians As The Enemy?
An NPR report prompted the U.S. to investigate if civilians were killed during the raid on the ISIS leader a year ago. The results still leave questions about whether innocent men were killed.
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An NPR report prompted the U.S. to investigate if civilians were killed during the raid on the ISIS leader a year ago. The results still leave questions about whether innocent men were killed.
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NPR News: Pompeo, Esper Reinforce U.S.'s Anti-China Message In India
Pompeo, Esper Reinforce U.S.'s Anti-China Message In India
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper are in India's capital to sign military agreements, and continue to push the Trump administration's anti-China message.
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper are in India's capital to sign military agreements, and continue to push the Trump administration's anti-China message.
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NPR News: Italy, Spain Tighten Restrictions After Coronavirus Cases Spike
Italy, Spain Tighten Restrictions After Coronavirus Cases Spike
Protests are growing against renewed coronavirus restrictions in Italy, which is seeing a surge in cases. Spain has declared a national state of emergency, and the government is enforcing a curfew.
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Protests are growing against renewed coronavirus restrictions in Italy, which is seeing a surge in cases. Spain has declared a national state of emergency, and the government is enforcing a curfew.
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NPR News: News Brief: Trump-Biden Campaigns, Facebook Ads, COVID-19 Surge
News Brief: Trump-Biden Campaigns, Facebook Ads, COVID-19 Surge
Presidential campaigns are in high gear with Election Day a week away. At the same time, Facebook stops political ads. And, European countries reinstate curfews and closures as COVID-19 cases spike.
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Presidential campaigns are in high gear with Election Day a week away. At the same time, Facebook stops political ads. And, European countries reinstate curfews and closures as COVID-19 cases spike.
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NPR News: The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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NPR News: Pompeo, Esper Reinforce U.S.'s Anti-China Message In India
Pompeo, Esper Reinforce U.S.'s Anti-China Message In India
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper are in India's capital to sign military agreements, and continue to push the Trump administration's anti-China message.
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mark Esper are in India's capital to sign military agreements, and continue to push the Trump administration's anti-China message.
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NPR News: The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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NPR News: Italy, Spain Tighten Restrictions After Coronavirus Cases Spike
Italy, Spain Tighten Restrictions After Coronavirus Cases Spike
Protests are growing against renewed coronavirus restrictions in Italy, which is seeing a surge in cases. Spain has declared a national state of emergency, and the government is enforcing a curfew.
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Protests are growing against renewed coronavirus restrictions in Italy, which is seeing a surge in cases. Spain has declared a national state of emergency, and the government is enforcing a curfew.
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NPR News: News Brief: Trump-Biden Campaigns, Facebook Ads, COVID-19 Surge
News Brief: Trump-Biden Campaigns, Facebook Ads, COVID-19 Surge
Presidential campaigns are in high gear with Election Day a week away. At the same time, Facebook stops political ads. And, European countries reinstate curfews and closures as COVID-19 cases spike.
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Presidential campaigns are in high gear with Election Day a week away. At the same time, Facebook stops political ads. And, European countries reinstate curfews and closures as COVID-19 cases spike.
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NPR News: The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The Dark Side Of The Recovery Revealed In Big Data
The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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The way the government tracks recessions is largely the same as it was 70 years ago. A research group is working to change that and is revealing a lot about the lopsided recovery along the way.
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NPR News: U.S. Agency Targets Its Own Journalists' Independence
U.S. Agency Targets Its Own Journalists' Independence
In a late-night move to assert editorial control, the CEO of the U.S. international broadcasting agency rescinded a rule which established a "firewall" between the newsroom and political appointees.
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In a late-night move to assert editorial control, the CEO of the U.S. international broadcasting agency rescinded a rule which established a "firewall" between the newsroom and political appointees.
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NPR News: Despite Trump-Modi Friendship, Survey Says Indian Americans Back Biden
Despite Trump-Modi Friendship, Survey Says Indian Americans Back Biden
A new survey of Indian American voters finds they heavily favor Biden over Trump. Both campaigns have been reaching out to Indian Americans, a small but potentially decisive voting bloc.
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A new survey of Indian American voters finds they heavily favor Biden over Trump. Both campaigns have been reaching out to Indian Americans, a small but potentially decisive voting bloc.
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NPR News: To Prevent Calif. Wildfires, Utility Pre-Emptively Shuts Down Power
To Prevent Calif. Wildfires, Utility Pre-Emptively Shuts Down Power
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is again shutting down electricity to hundreds of thousands of homes. The move is meant to prevent power lines from sparking wildfires during windy conditions.
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company is again shutting down electricity to hundreds of thousands of homes. The move is meant to prevent power lines from sparking wildfires during windy conditions.
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NPR News: Americans So Far Have Cast Record-Breaking 62 Million Early Ballots
Americans So Far Have Cast Record-Breaking 62 Million Early Ballots
Across the country, voters are enduring weather and long lines to cast ballots in early voting. Combined with the big number of mail ballots returned so far, it's pointing to a record turnout.
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Across the country, voters are enduring weather and long lines to cast ballots in early voting. Combined with the big number of mail ballots returned so far, it's pointing to a record turnout.
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NPR News: A World Without Legal Abortion: How Activists Envision A 'Post-Roe' Nation
A World Without Legal Abortion: How Activists Envision A 'Post-Roe' Nation
With the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett, anti-abortion activists hope for a world where ending an unwanted pregnancy is not an option.
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With the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett, anti-abortion activists hope for a world where ending an unwanted pregnancy is not an option.
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NPR News: Experts To Western States: Time To Finally Fight Wildfires With More Fire
Experts To Western States: Time To Finally Fight Wildfires With More Fire
Experts warn that Western states and the federal government need to radically increase the number and size of controlled burns to help reduce the ongoing risks of more catastrophic wildfire seasons.
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Experts warn that Western states and the federal government need to radically increase the number and size of controlled burns to help reduce the ongoing risks of more catastrophic wildfire seasons.
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NPR News: Despite Trump-Modi Friendship, Survey Says Indian Americans Back Biden
Despite Trump-Modi Friendship, Survey Says Indian Americans Back Biden
A new survey of Indian American voters finds they heavily favor Biden over Trump. Both campaigns have been reaching out to Indian Americans, a small but potentially decisive voting bloc.
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A new survey of Indian American voters finds they heavily favor Biden over Trump. Both campaigns have been reaching out to Indian Americans, a small but potentially decisive voting bloc.
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Monday, 26 October 2020
NPR News: Eli Lilly Ends Coronavirus Antibody Treatment Trial, Other Studies Go On
Eli Lilly Ends Coronavirus Antibody Treatment Trial, Other Studies Go On
The trial studied the efficacy of bamlanivimab and remdesivir on hospitalized COVID-19 patients - the same therapies given to President Trump. But researchers say people showed no marked improvement.
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The trial studied the efficacy of bamlanivimab and remdesivir on hospitalized COVID-19 patients - the same therapies given to President Trump. But researchers say people showed no marked improvement.
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NPR News: Orange County Fires: 2 Firefighters Critically Injured In Fast-Moving Blazes
Orange County Fires: 2 Firefighters Critically Injured In Fast-Moving Blazes
Strong wind gusts are battering the region, spreading wildfires across Southern California. Officials said the wounded firefighters suffered second- and third-degree burns in the Silverado Fire.
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Strong wind gusts are battering the region, spreading wildfires across Southern California. Officials said the wounded firefighters suffered second- and third-degree burns in the Silverado Fire.
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NPR News: You're Not Welcome Here: How Social Distancing Can Destroy The Global Economy
You're Not Welcome Here: How Social Distancing Can Destroy The Global Economy
There's a curfew in Paris, and Londoners aren't allowed to invite neighbors to dinner. People are already exhausted of social distancing, but some places are introducing even more draconian measures.
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There's a curfew in Paris, and Londoners aren't allowed to invite neighbors to dinner. People are already exhausted of social distancing, but some places are introducing even more draconian measures.
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NPR News: You're Not Welcome Here: How Social Distancing Can Destroy The Global Economy
You're Not Welcome Here: How Social Distancing Can Destroy The Global Economy
There's a curfew in Paris and Londoners aren't allowed to invite neighbors to dinner. People are already exhausted of social distancing, but some places are introducing even more draconian measures.
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There's a curfew in Paris and Londoners aren't allowed to invite neighbors to dinner. People are already exhausted of social distancing, but some places are introducing even more draconian measures.
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Astronauts in Space to Discuss 20th Anniversary of International Space Station
NASA astronaut Kate Rubins and cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Sergey Kud-Sverchkov of the Russian space agency Roscosmos will discuss their mission and the upcoming 20th anniversary of continuous human presence aboard the International Space Station during an in-orbit news conference at 11:10 a.m. EDT Friday, Oct. 30.
October 26, 2020
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NPR News: Can Preflight Coronavirus Testing Get Travelers Back On Planes?
Can Preflight Coronavirus Testing Get Travelers Back On Planes?
In hopes of jumpstarting a business decimated by the pandemic, airlines and airports are offering pre-flight, on the spot testing for COVID-19, with some test results back in 15 minutes.
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In hopes of jumpstarting a business decimated by the pandemic, airlines and airports are offering pre-flight, on the spot testing for COVID-19, with some test results back in 15 minutes.
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NPR News: Waukegan, Ill., Officer Who Killed Black Man Has Been Fired, City To Release Video
Waukegan, Ill., Officer Who Killed Black Man Has Been Fired, City To Release Video
Waukegan's mayor said the release of the video is expected before Thursday. An unnamed officer who shot and killed Marcellis Stinnette and injured Tafara Williams has been terminated.
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Waukegan's mayor said the release of the video is expected before Thursday. An unnamed officer who shot and killed Marcellis Stinnette and injured Tafara Williams has been terminated.
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NASA’s SOFIA Discovers Water on Sunlit Surface of Moon
NASA’s Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) has confirmed, for the first time, water on the sunlit surface of the Moon.
October 26, 2020
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NPR News: 11 Arrested In Clashes After Pro-Trump Convoy Passes Through NYC's Times Square
11 Arrested In Clashes After Pro-Trump Convoy Passes Through NYC's Times Square
Skirmishes broke out after some counter-demonstrators yanked flags off of vehicles – and some drivers and passengers got out of their cars.
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Skirmishes broke out after some counter-demonstrators yanked flags off of vehicles – and some drivers and passengers got out of their cars.
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NPR News: How Police, National Guard And The Military Are Preparing For Election Day Tensions
How Police, National Guard And The Military Are Preparing For Election Day Tensions
Uniformed police are generally not allowed around polling places, and the Pentagon doesn't want to get involved. Still, they're getting ready if things get out of control.
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Uniformed police are generally not allowed around polling places, and the Pentagon doesn't want to get involved. Still, they're getting ready if things get out of control.
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NPR News: 'Incredibly Scary': Single Moms Fear Falling Through Holes In Pandemic Safety Net
'Incredibly Scary': Single Moms Fear Falling Through Holes In Pandemic Safety Net
Many single parents collecting unemployment benefits are running out of money to pay rent, with Congress still unable to pass a relief bill to help.
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Many single parents collecting unemployment benefits are running out of money to pay rent, with Congress still unable to pass a relief bill to help.
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NPR News: As U.S.-China Relations Worsen, Germany Looks Out For Its Own Interests
As U.S.-China Relations Worsen, Germany Looks Out For Its Own Interests
European Union member states used to rely on the U.S. and China for security and trade. Now that the relationship with both has soured, some EU countries are looking for alternatives.
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European Union member states used to rely on the U.S. and China for security and trade. Now that the relationship with both has soured, some EU countries are looking for alternatives.
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NPR News: How Houston Clinics Are Catching Up With Mammogram Backlog
How Houston Clinics Are Catching Up With Mammogram Backlog
Many women have delayed their breast cancer screenings because of the coronavirus pandemic. Clinics are now working through a backlog, and the new set of challenges the pandemic has presented.
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Many women have delayed their breast cancer screenings because of the coronavirus pandemic. Clinics are now working through a backlog, and the new set of challenges the pandemic has presented.
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NPR News: As U.S.-China Relations Worsen, Germany Looks Out For Its Own Interests
As U.S.-China Relations Worsen, Germany Looks Out For Its Own Interests
European Union member states used to rely on the U.S. and China for security and trade. Now that the relationship with both has soured, some EU countries are looking for alternatives.
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European Union member states used to rely on the U.S. and China for security and trade. Now that the relationship with both has soured, some EU countries are looking for alternatives.
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NPR News: European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge
European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge
After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.
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After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.
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NPR News: Colleges Turn To Wastewater Testing In An Effort To Flush Out The Coronavirus
Colleges Turn To Wastewater Testing In An Effort To Flush Out The Coronavirus
Wastewater offers an ideal testing opportunity for colleges: People often poop where they live; colleges know who lives in each dorm; and testing wastewater is a cheaper way to monitor virus spread.
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Wastewater offers an ideal testing opportunity for colleges: People often poop where they live; colleges know who lives in each dorm; and testing wastewater is a cheaper way to monitor virus spread.
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NPR News: How Houston Clinics Are Catching Up With Mamogram Backlog
How Houston Clinics Are Catching Up With Mamogram Backlog
Many women have delayed their breast cancer screenings because of the coronavirus pandemic. Clinics are now working through a backlog, and the new set of challenges the pandemic has presented.
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Many women have delayed their breast cancer screenings because of the coronavirus pandemic. Clinics are now working through a backlog, and the new set of challenges the pandemic has presented.
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NPR News: Can Airport COVID-19 Testing Encourage More People To Fly?
Can Airport COVID-19 Testing Encourage More People To Fly?
Desperate to try to fill planes again, airlines are rushing to implement on the spot, rapid-response pre-flight Covid-19 testing for passengers. Will it work, and what are the stumbling blocks?
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Desperate to try to fill planes again, airlines are rushing to implement on the spot, rapid-response pre-flight Covid-19 testing for passengers. Will it work, and what are the stumbling blocks?
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NPR News: Will Law And Order Need To Be Enforced During Election Day Polling?
Will Law And Order Need To Be Enforced During Election Day Polling?
Uniformed police are generally not allowed around polling places, and the Pentagon doesn't want to get involved. Still, authorities are getting ready if things get out of control.
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Uniformed police are generally not allowed around polling places, and the Pentagon doesn't want to get involved. Still, authorities are getting ready if things get out of control.
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NPR News: Election Stress Getting To You? 4 Ways To Keep Calm
Election Stress Getting To You? 4 Ways To Keep Calm
Doom-scrolling much? Nearly 70% of Americans report feeling stressed about politics. We're sleepless and irritable, and our heads hurt. Here's how some of your fellow citizens are coping.
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Doom-scrolling much? Nearly 70% of Americans report feeling stressed about politics. We're sleepless and irritable, and our heads hurt. Here's how some of your fellow citizens are coping.
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NPR News: For Trump, Conservative Catholics Are The New Evangelicals
For Trump, Conservative Catholics Are The New Evangelicals
The president's campaign now realizes it was not white evangelicals who got Trump elected in 2016 but conservative Catholics.
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The president's campaign now realizes it was not white evangelicals who got Trump elected in 2016 but conservative Catholics.
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NPR News: European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge
European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge
After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.
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After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.
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Sunday, 25 October 2020
NPR News: Europe Imposes New Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Soar
Europe Imposes New Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Soar
Amid a second wave of coronavirus infections, many European countries are introducing curfews and lockdowns.
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Amid a second wave of coronavirus infections, many European countries are introducing curfews and lockdowns.
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NPR News: Europe Imposes New Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Soar
Europe Imposes New Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Soar
Amid a second wave of coronavirus infections, many European countries are introducing curfews and lockdowns.
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Amid a second wave of coronavirus infections, many European countries are introducing curfews and lockdowns.
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NPR News: 'Peace Academy' Graduates Are Trained To Break Cycle Of Street Violence
'Peace Academy' Graduates Are Trained To Break Cycle Of Street Violence
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Troy Harden, lead curriculum developer for the Metropolitan Peace Academy in Chicago, and Tyree Head, a recent graduate of the street outreach training program.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Troy Harden, lead curriculum developer for the Metropolitan Peace Academy in Chicago, and Tyree Head, a recent graduate of the street outreach training program.
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NPR News: In North Carolina, Stakes Just As High In Down-Ballot Races
In North Carolina, Stakes Just As High In Down-Ballot Races
North Carolina is a swing state to watch when it comes to the presidential election. But for North Carolinians, the races for governor and the state Legislature may have greater consequences.
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North Carolina is a swing state to watch when it comes to the presidential election. But for North Carolinians, the races for governor and the state Legislature may have greater consequences.
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NPR News: In Nevada, Latino Activists Go Door-Knocking For Biden
In Nevada, Latino Activists Go Door-Knocking For Biden
Despite the pandemic, culinary union workers, who are predominantly Latino, are hitting the streets to campaign for Democrat Joe Biden in Nevada.
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Despite the pandemic, culinary union workers, who are predominantly Latino, are hitting the streets to campaign for Democrat Joe Biden in Nevada.
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NPR News: 360,000 Customers Lose Power In California Amid Fire-Safety Shutoffs
360,000 Customers Lose Power In California Amid Fire-Safety Shutoffs
Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced a public safety power shutoff over the weekend as some of the strongest winds and driest conditions of this year's fire season sweep through the region.
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company announced a public safety power shutoff over the weekend as some of the strongest winds and driest conditions of this year's fire season sweep through the region.
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NPR News: The Philippines Has A Policy Against Home Births. It's Not Playing Well In A Pandemic
The Philippines Has A Policy Against Home Births. It's Not Playing Well In A Pandemic
The "No Home Birth" policy was created to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. But critics say it makes giving birth expensive and complicated — especially during the coronavirus crisis.
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The "No Home Birth" policy was created to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. But critics say it makes giving birth expensive and complicated — especially during the coronavirus crisis.
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NPR News: The Philippines Has A Policy Against Home Births. It's Not Playing Well In A Pandemic
The Philippines Has A Policy Against Home Births. It's Not Playing Well In A Pandemic
The "No Home Birth" policy was created to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. But critics say it makes giving birth expensive and complicated — especially during the coronavirus crisis.
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The "No Home Birth" policy was created to reduce maternal and newborn mortality rates. But critics say it makes giving birth expensive and complicated — especially during the coronavirus crisis.
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NPR News: At Least 24 Dead In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
At Least 24 Dead In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
A suicide bombing outside an education center in Kabul, Afghanistan, has killed at least 24 people and wounded scores more.
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A suicide bombing outside an education center in Kabul, Afghanistan, has killed at least 24 people and wounded scores more.
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NPR News: How Donald Trump's Presidency Has Changed The Media
How Donald Trump's Presidency Has Changed The Media
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks CNN's chief media correspondent Brian Stelter how Donald Trump's presidency has affected the media and what another four years could bring.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks CNN's chief media correspondent Brian Stelter how Donald Trump's presidency has affected the media and what another four years could bring.
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NPR News: Breaking Down Joe Biden's Plan To Make The U.S. Carbon Neutral
Breaking Down Joe Biden's Plan To Make The U.S. Carbon Neutral
Joe Biden wants to make America carbon neutral by 2050 and says there will still be room for some fossil fuels. We look at how realistic this is and what activists make of it.
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Joe Biden wants to make America carbon neutral by 2050 and says there will still be room for some fossil fuels. We look at how realistic this is and what activists make of it.
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NPR News: Has President Trump Changed What It Means To Be A Republican?
Has President Trump Changed What It Means To Be A Republican?
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks the New Yorker's Nicholas Lemann about his article titled The Republican Identity Crisis After Trump.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks the New Yorker's Nicholas Lemann about his article titled The Republican Identity Crisis After Trump.
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NPR News: Politics Chat: Trump And Biden Reach Final Stretch Of Their Presidential Campaigns
Politics Chat: Trump And Biden Reach Final Stretch Of Their Presidential Campaigns
It's nine days until Election Day, and a historic number of Americans have already voted. More will do so in the coming days.
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It's nine days until Election Day, and a historic number of Americans have already voted. More will do so in the coming days.
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NPR News: The COVID-19 Pandemic's Affect On Conditions At The U.S-Mexico Border In Texas
The COVID-19 Pandemic's Affect On Conditions At The U.S-Mexico Border In Texas
Texans Monty Awbrey and Sr. Norma Pimentel, MJ, talk about how the pandemic has affected the issues of immigration and security in the Rio Grande Valley along the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Texans Monty Awbrey and Sr. Norma Pimentel, MJ, talk about how the pandemic has affected the issues of immigration and security in the Rio Grande Valley along the U.S.-Mexico border.
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NPR News: California Pastor Wants To Take Case Against COVID-19 Restrictions To Supreme Court
California Pastor Wants To Take Case Against COVID-19 Restrictions To Supreme Court
A pastor from California is touring the country to urge evangelical congregations to defy state and local COVID-19 public health rules. He hopes to force a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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A pastor from California is touring the country to urge evangelical congregations to defy state and local COVID-19 public health rules. He hopes to force a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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NPR News: How Trump's Presidency Has Affected Diplomacy
How Trump's Presidency Has Affected Diplomacy
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to veteran diplomat Lewis Lukens about the State Department and America's standing in the world under Donald Trump's leadership.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to veteran diplomat Lewis Lukens about the State Department and America's standing in the world under Donald Trump's leadership.
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NPR News: How The Justice Department Has Changed Under Trump's Presidency
How The Justice Department Has Changed Under Trump's Presidency
William Barr has served as attorney general under two very different presidents. What does his current service say about the effect Donald Trump has had on the Department of Justice?
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William Barr has served as attorney general under two very different presidents. What does his current service say about the effect Donald Trump has had on the Department of Justice?
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NPR News: At Least 24 Dead In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
At Least 24 Dead In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
A suicide bombing outside an education center in Kabul, Afghanistan, has killed at least 24 people and wounded scores more.
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A suicide bombing outside an education center in Kabul, Afghanistan, has killed at least 24 people and wounded scores more.
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NPR News: Election 2020: Latinx Women's Vote Could Affect The Outcome
Election 2020: Latinx Women's Vote Could Affect The Outcome
"It's the dehumanizing rhetoric President Trump uses when referring to immigrants," that drove Lourdes Vázquez to become a U.S. citizen and to vote in this election for the first time, she says.
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"It's the dehumanizing rhetoric President Trump uses when referring to immigrants," that drove Lourdes Vázquez to become a U.S. citizen and to vote in this election for the first time, she says.
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NPR News: New Book Examines How The First Amendment Sits At The Forefront In An Election Year
New Book Examines How The First Amendment Sits At The Forefront In An Election Year
Right now, we have "an entire government apparatus designed to foster falsehoods," says editor Ellis Cose, who has written a new book, The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America.
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Right now, we have "an entire government apparatus designed to foster falsehoods," says editor Ellis Cose, who has written a new book, The Short Life and Curious Death of Free Speech in America.
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Saturday, 24 October 2020
NPR News: At Least 18 Dead, Including Children, In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
At Least 18 Dead, Including Children, In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
Afghanistan's Interior ministry said at least 57 others were wounded in the bombing outside of an education center in a heavily Shiite neighborhood in Kabul.
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Afghanistan's Interior ministry said at least 57 others were wounded in the bombing outside of an education center in a heavily Shiite neighborhood in Kabul.
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NPR News: Polish President Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
Polish President Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
President Andrzej Duda, who says he's experiencing no symptoms, will self-isolate. Duda has apologized to those he came into contact with, who will need to go into quarantine.
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President Andrzej Duda, who says he's experiencing no symptoms, will self-isolate. Duda has apologized to those he came into contact with, who will need to go into quarantine.
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NPR News: At Least 18 Dead, Including Children, In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
At Least 18 Dead, Including Children, In Suicide Attack In Afghan Capital
Afghanistan's Interior ministry said at least 57 others were wounded in the bombing outside of an education center in a heavily Shiite neighborhood in Kabul.
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Afghanistan's Interior ministry said at least 57 others were wounded in the bombing outside of an education center in a heavily Shiite neighborhood in Kabul.
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NPR News: Polish President Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
Polish President Tests Positive For The Coronavirus
President Andrzej Duda, who says he's experiencing no symptoms, will self-isolate. Duda has apologized to those he came into contact with, who will also need to go into quarantine.
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President Andrzej Duda, who says he's experiencing no symptoms, will self-isolate. Duda has apologized to those he came into contact with, who will also need to go into quarantine.
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NPR News: 'Historic Opportunity': Chile Holds Vote To Replace Dictatorship-Era Constitution
'Historic Opportunity': Chile Holds Vote To Replace Dictatorship-Era Constitution
After mass protests, and amid a pandemic, Chileans go to the polls Sunday for a referendum over whether to scrap the constitution introduced under Gen. Augusto Pinochet's rule.
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After mass protests, and amid a pandemic, Chileans go to the polls Sunday for a referendum over whether to scrap the constitution introduced under Gen. Augusto Pinochet's rule.
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NPR News: Recent Charlie Hebdo Attacks Bring Freedom Of Speech To Forefront In France
Recent Charlie Hebdo Attacks Bring Freedom Of Speech To Forefront In France
Recent attacks in Paris linked to cartoons published by the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo have intensified the debate among comedians in France about freedom of expression.
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Recent attacks in Paris linked to cartoons published by the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo have intensified the debate among comedians in France about freedom of expression.
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NPR News: Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In Deal Brokered By White House
Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In Deal Brokered By White House
In a deal brokered by the White House, Sudan has agreed to normalize ties with Israel. It's a big step for a country that has long been bitterly opposed to Israel.
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In a deal brokered by the White House, Sudan has agreed to normalize ties with Israel. It's a big step for a country that has long been bitterly opposed to Israel.
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NPR News: German Supermarket Chain Lidl Builds Store On Historic Medieval Dublin Site
German Supermarket Chain Lidl Builds Store On Historic Medieval Dublin Site
The construction of a new grocery store in Dublin, Ireland has led to the discovery of an 11th century medieval home. The historical artifact will be on display inside of the store.
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The construction of a new grocery store in Dublin, Ireland has led to the discovery of an 11th century medieval home. The historical artifact will be on display inside of the store.
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NPR News: Parents Of 545 Children Separated At U.S.-Mexico Border Have Not Been Located
Parents Of 545 Children Separated At U.S.-Mexico Border Have Not Been Located
NPR's Scott Simon talks to reporter Cindy Carcamo about the 545 migrant children in the US who were separated from their families and whose parents cannot now be located.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks to reporter Cindy Carcamo about the 545 migrant children in the US who were separated from their families and whose parents cannot now be located.
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NPR News: Employees Who Work At Multiple Nursing Homes May Have Helped Spread The Coronavirus
Employees Who Work At Multiple Nursing Homes May Have Helped Spread The Coronavirus
Cell phone data shows that contract workers who work at multiple nursing homes helped transmit the coronavirus between facilities.
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Cell phone data shows that contract workers who work at multiple nursing homes helped transmit the coronavirus between facilities.
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NPR News: Trump's Support From Latino Voters Holds Steady
Trump's Support From Latino Voters Holds Steady
About a third of Latino voters view Trump favorably and it breaks down a long gender lines. More Latino men support the president, citing his economic policies and his tough guy approach.
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About a third of Latino voters view Trump favorably and it breaks down a long gender lines. More Latino men support the president, citing his economic policies and his tough guy approach.
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NPR News: Some Boston Landlords Flout Eviction Bans, Pressure Tenants To Leave
Some Boston Landlords Flout Eviction Bans, Pressure Tenants To Leave
Eviction bans were supposed to keep tenants in their homes amid the pandemic. But an investigation found landlords pressured tenants, especially immigrant workers, to move out when they couldn't pay.
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Eviction bans were supposed to keep tenants in their homes amid the pandemic. But an investigation found landlords pressured tenants, especially immigrant workers, to move out when they couldn't pay.
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NPR News: Week In Politics: Breaking Down Trump And Biden's Last Presidential Debate
Week In Politics: Breaking Down Trump And Biden's Last Presidential Debate
With the election fast approaching we discuss the implications of this week's debate between President Trump and Joe Biden.
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With the election fast approaching we discuss the implications of this week's debate between President Trump and Joe Biden.
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NPR News: 'Historic Opportunity': Chile Holds Vote To Replace Dictatorship-Era Constitution
'Historic Opportunity': Chile Holds Vote To Replace Dictatorship-Era Constitution
After mass protests, and amid a pandemic, Chileans go to the polls Sunday for a referendum over whether to scrap the constitution introduced under Gen. Augusto Pinochet's rule.
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After mass protests, and amid a pandemic, Chileans go to the polls Sunday for a referendum over whether to scrap the constitution introduced under Gen. Augusto Pinochet's rule.
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NPR News: Recent Charlie Hebdo Attacks Bring Freedom Of Speech To Forefront In France
Recent Charlie Hebdo Attacks Bring Freedom Of Speech To Forefront In France
Recent attacks in Paris linked to cartoons published by the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo have intensified the debate among comedians in France about freedom of expression.
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Recent attacks in Paris linked to cartoons published by the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo have intensified the debate among comedians in France about freedom of expression.
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NPR News: Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In Deal Brokered By White House
Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In Deal Brokered By White House
In a deal brokered by the White House, Sudan has agreed to normalize ties with Israel. It's a big step for a country that has long been bitterly opposed to Israel.
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In a deal brokered by the White House, Sudan has agreed to normalize ties with Israel. It's a big step for a country that has long been bitterly opposed to Israel.
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NPR News: German Supermarket Chain Lidl Builds Store On Historic Medieval Dublin Site
German Supermarket Chain Lidl Builds Store On Historic Medieval Dublin Site
The construction of a new grocery store in Dublin, Ireland has led to the discovery of an 11th century medieval home. The historical artifact will be on display inside of the store.
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The construction of a new grocery store in Dublin, Ireland has led to the discovery of an 11th century medieval home. The historical artifact will be on display inside of the store.
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NPR News: Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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NPR News: Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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NPR News: Robocalls, Rumors And Emails: Last-Minute Election Disinformation Floods Voters
Robocalls, Rumors And Emails: Last-Minute Election Disinformation Floods Voters
Dirty tricks and disinformation have been used to intimidate and mislead voters in the past. But they have been especially pervasive this year amid a chaotic and contentious election.
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Dirty tricks and disinformation have been used to intimidate and mislead voters in the past. But they have been especially pervasive this year amid a chaotic and contentious election.
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NPR News: Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Opinion: The U.S. Can't Afford To Ignore The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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Risks of a wider conflict are too high. The U.S. should use diplomacy to stop the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, writes Gen. Philip Breedlove, former NATO supreme commander in Europe.
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NPR News: U.S. Records Highest Number Of Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day Since Pandemic Began
U.S. Records Highest Number Of Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day Since Pandemic Began
Cases of the virus have been rising in the U.S. since mid-September.
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Cases of the virus have been rising in the U.S. since mid-September.
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Friday, 23 October 2020
NPR News: Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In U.S.-Brokered Deal
Sudan And Israel Agree To Normalize Relations In U.S.-Brokered Deal
The U.S. said earlier this week that it would remove Sudan from the state sponsors of terrorism list as part of the agreement.
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The U.S. said earlier this week that it would remove Sudan from the state sponsors of terrorism list as part of the agreement.
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NPR News: Wales Imposes 'Firebreak Lockdown' As Coronavirus Cases Spike
Wales Imposes 'Firebreak Lockdown' As Coronavirus Cases Spike
"We know that if we do not act now, it will continue to accelerate," the leader of Wales said. Gatherings are banned between people from different households, both indoors and outside.
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"We know that if we do not act now, it will continue to accelerate," the leader of Wales said. Gatherings are banned between people from different households, both indoors and outside.
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NPR News: With Florida On The Line Both Political Parties Work To Fire Up Voters
With Florida On The Line Both Political Parties Work To Fire Up Voters
President Trump is headed to Florida where he remains popular — one poll shows him up more than 28 points in the Northwest region of the state. But Democrats are hoping to sway some voters.
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President Trump is headed to Florida where he remains popular — one poll shows him up more than 28 points in the Northwest region of the state. But Democrats are hoping to sway some voters.
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NPR News: Wales Imposes 'Firebreak Lockdown' As Coronavirus Cases Spike
Wales Imposes 'Firebreak Lockdown' As Coronavirus Cases Spike
"We know that if we do not act now, it will continue to accelerate," the leader of Wales said. Gatherings are banned between people from different households, both indoors and outside.
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"We know that if we do not act now, it will continue to accelerate," the leader of Wales said. Gatherings are banned between people from different households, both indoors and outside.
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NASA Invites Media to Next SpaceX Space Station Cargo Launch
Media accreditation is open for the launch of the next SpaceX delivery of NASA science investigations, supplies, and equipment to the International Space Station.
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NPR News: Protestors in Waukegan, Ill., Call For Federal Probe After Police Kill Black Man
Protestors in Waukegan, Ill., Call For Federal Probe After Police Kill Black Man
Illinois State Police are investigating the police shooting of Marcellis Stinnette in Waukegan, Ill., north of Chicago. At a rally Thursday, protesters say they want police accountability.
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Illinois State Police are investigating the police shooting of Marcellis Stinnette in Waukegan, Ill., north of Chicago. At a rally Thursday, protesters say they want police accountability.
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NPR News: Over 120,000 People Remain Displaced 3 Years After Philippines' Marawi Battle
Over 120,000 People Remain Displaced 3 Years After Philippines' Marawi Battle
The government vowed to rebuild the city after the 2017 conflict with militants linked to ISIS. But more than 100,000 people are still in displacement camps, waiting for reconstruction.
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The government vowed to rebuild the city after the 2017 conflict with militants linked to ISIS. But more than 100,000 people are still in displacement camps, waiting for reconstruction.
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NPR News: U.S. Tops 70,000 Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day — Heights Not Seen Since July
U.S. Tops 70,000 Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day — Heights Not Seen Since July
U.S. cases have been rising sharply since the middle of September, when the daily rate was hovering around 40,000 cases.
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U.S. cases have been rising sharply since the middle of September, when the daily rate was hovering around 40,000 cases.
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NPR News: Over 120,000 People Remain Displaced 3 Years After Philippines' Marawi Battle
Over 120,000 People Remain Displaced 3 Years After Philippines' Marawi Battle
The government vowed to rebuild the city after the 2017 conflict with militants linked to ISIS. But more than 100,000 people are still in displacement camps, waiting for reconstruction.
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The government vowed to rebuild the city after the 2017 conflict with militants linked to ISIS. But more than 100,000 people are still in displacement camps, waiting for reconstruction.
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NPR News: Takeaways From The Final Presidential Debate Of 2020
Takeaways From The Final Presidential Debate Of 2020
The final presidential debate of the 2020 election season was more calm and policy-oriented than the first. But did either candidate change the dynamics of the race?
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The final presidential debate of the 2020 election season was more calm and policy-oriented than the first. But did either candidate change the dynamics of the race?
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NPR News: Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
Coronavirus World Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Outbreak
A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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A map of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths around the world. The respiratory disease has spread rapidly across six continents and has killed at least 1 million globally.
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NPR News: Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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NPR News: Hungarian Journalists Launch Independent News Site Amid Tightening Government Control
Hungarian Journalists Launch Independent News Site Amid Tightening Government Control
Hungarian journalists have created an independent news site, pushing back as Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his allies move to assert control over the media.
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Hungarian journalists have created an independent news site, pushing back as Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his allies move to assert control over the media.
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NPR News: Former FDA Commissioner Discusses Updates On COVID-19 Vaccine Research Efforts
Former FDA Commissioner Discusses Updates On COVID-19 Vaccine Research Efforts
Rachel Martin speaks with former Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr. Mark McClellan about this week's FDA advisory panel on COVID-19 vaccine research.
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Rachel Martin speaks with former Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr. Mark McClellan about this week's FDA advisory panel on COVID-19 vaccine research.
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NPR News: Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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NPR News: Breaking Down Last Night's Presidential Debate
Breaking Down Last Night's Presidential Debate
NPR's Rachel Martin looks back at last night's debate with Democratic strategist Karen Finney and Republican strategist Scott Jennings.
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NPR's Rachel Martin looks back at last night's debate with Democratic strategist Karen Finney and Republican strategist Scott Jennings.
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NPR News: Voters React To The Last Presidential Debate Before November's Election
Voters React To The Last Presidential Debate Before November's Election
The presidential candidates had a final chance to persuade Americans to vote for them at last night's debate. What did voters hear?
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The presidential candidates had a final chance to persuade Americans to vote for them at last night's debate. What did voters hear?
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NPR News: U.S. Officials Say Russian Hackers Targeted State And Local Governments
U.S. Officials Say Russian Hackers Targeted State And Local Governments
U.S. officials said yesterday in a statement that a Russian hacking group "has conducted a campaign against a wide variety of U.S. targets" since September 2020.
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U.S. officials said yesterday in a statement that a Russian hacking group "has conducted a campaign against a wide variety of U.S. targets" since September 2020.
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NPR News: News Brief: Presidential Debate, Russian Hackers
News Brief: Presidential Debate, Russian Hackers
President Trump and former Vice President Biden met for their final debate of the election season last night. And, U.S. officials warn Russian hackers have infiltrated state and local governments.
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President Trump and former Vice President Biden met for their final debate of the election season last night. And, U.S. officials warn Russian hackers have infiltrated state and local governments.
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NPR News: A High School Dropout Finds Support On Road From Prison To Law School
A High School Dropout Finds Support On Road From Prison To Law School
Bob VanSumeren served nearly six years in prison for robbery. But Mike McKenney, the dad of his former girlfriend, never gave up on Bob. "Your visits kept me from sinking fully into prison," Bob said.
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Bob VanSumeren served nearly six years in prison for robbery. But Mike McKenney, the dad of his former girlfriend, never gave up on Bob. "Your visits kept me from sinking fully into prison," Bob said.
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NPR News: Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
Pompeo To Meet With Azerbaijan And Armenia's Foreign Ministers Amid Fierce Conflict
The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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The U.S. Secretary of State is holding separate talks with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington on Friday, in an effort to halt the fighting in Nagorno-Karabakh.
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NPR News: Hungarian Journalists Launch Independent News Site Amid Tightening Government Control
Hungarian Journalists Launch Independent News Site Amid Tightening Government Control
Hungarian journalists have created an independent news site, pushing back as Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his allies move to assert control over the media.
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Hungarian journalists have created an independent news site, pushing back as Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his allies move to assert control over the media.
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Thursday, 22 October 2020
NPR News: Housing Boom: Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Double
Housing Boom: Sales of Million-Dollar Homes Double
The housing market is on a tear, setting all kinds of records, including prices. But it's also a reflection of the uneven economic recovery and more first-time homebuyers are getting priced out.
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The housing market is on a tear, setting all kinds of records, including prices. But it's also a reflection of the uneven economic recovery and more first-time homebuyers are getting priced out.
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NPR News: COVID-19 Surges In Rural Communities, Overwhelming Some Local Hospitals
COVID-19 Surges In Rural Communities, Overwhelming Some Local Hospitals
As COVID-19 cases increase, many rural communities, places which were largely spared during the early months of the pandemic, are now contending with a spike in infections and hospitalizations.
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As COVID-19 cases increase, many rural communities, places which were largely spared during the early months of the pandemic, are now contending with a spike in infections and hospitalizations.
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NPR News: Militia Leader Known As The 'Bundy Ranch Sniper' Seeks A New Title: Senator
Militia Leader Known As The 'Bundy Ranch Sniper' Seeks A New Title: Senator
The election season's spotlight on the militia threat is glaring for Eric Parker. Federal authorities consider him a domestic extremist. That hasn't stopped his run for the Idaho legislature.
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The election season's spotlight on the militia threat is glaring for Eric Parker. Federal authorities consider him a domestic extremist. That hasn't stopped his run for the Idaho legislature.
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NPR News: Security Gaps Persist, Report Warns, After U.S. Blames Iran In Election Scheme
Security Gaps Persist, Report Warns, After U.S. Blames Iran In Election Scheme
A report published on Thursday described how many government and political domains don't observe a security practice that makes it more difficult for attackers to run spoof email scams.
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A report published on Thursday described how many government and political domains don't observe a security practice that makes it more difficult for attackers to run spoof email scams.
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NPR News: Judge Drops A Murder Charge Against Former Officer Who Kneeled On George Floyd's Neck
Judge Drops A Murder Charge Against Former Officer Who Kneeled On George Floyd's Neck
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was captured on cell phone video kneeling on Floyd's neck for several minutes, still faces a higher charge of second-degree murder.
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Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was captured on cell phone video kneeling on Floyd's neck for several minutes, still faces a higher charge of second-degree murder.
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NPR News: Amy Coney Barrett Moves A Step Closer To Confirmation After Judiciary Committee Vote
Amy Coney Barrett Moves A Step Closer To Confirmation After Judiciary Committee Vote
Democrats boycotted the vote, pointing to what they called the damage she would do to health care, and reproductive and voting rights, and the fact the vote took place amid the presidential election.
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Democrats boycotted the vote, pointing to what they called the damage she would do to health care, and reproductive and voting rights, and the fact the vote took place amid the presidential election.
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NPR News: 2nd Court Blocks Trump's Push To Alter Census Ahead Of Supreme Court Review
2nd Court Blocks Trump's Push To Alter Census Ahead Of Supreme Court Review
A federal court in California says it is unconstitutional for President Trump to try to exclude unauthorized immigrants from the census numbers that determine each state's share of seats in Congress.
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A federal court in California says it is unconstitutional for President Trump to try to exclude unauthorized immigrants from the census numbers that determine each state's share of seats in Congress.
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NPR News: Jeffrey Epstein Update: Read The Deposition That Ghislaine Maxwell Fought To Hide
Jeffrey Epstein Update: Read The Deposition That Ghislaine Maxwell Fought To Hide
Ghislaine Maxwell's answers to questions about the sex-trafficking operation she allegedly ran with the late Jeffrey Epstein are now being made public.
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Ghislaine Maxwell's answers to questions about the sex-trafficking operation she allegedly ran with the late Jeffrey Epstein are now being made public.
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NPR News: Google Paid Apple Billions To Dominate Search On iPhones, Justice Department Says
Google Paid Apple Billions To Dominate Search On iPhones, Justice Department Says
An agreement worth up to $12 billion made Google the de facto choice for online search on millions of iPhones. Justice officials say the deal may anticompetitive under U.S. law.
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An agreement worth up to $12 billion made Google the de facto choice for online search on millions of iPhones. Justice officials say the deal may anticompetitive under U.S. law.
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NPR News: Native American Protesters To Appear In Court In Arizona
Native American Protesters To Appear In Court In Arizona
After they were arrested for blocking a highway near a Border Patrol checkpoint on Indigenous Peoples Day, activists will be in court. They say sacred sites are being desecrated by the border wall.
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After they were arrested for blocking a highway near a Border Patrol checkpoint on Indigenous Peoples Day, activists will be in court. They say sacred sites are being desecrated by the border wall.
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NPR News: Hospital Bills For Uninsured COVID-19 Patients Are Covered, But No One Tells Them
Hospital Bills For Uninsured COVID-19 Patients Are Covered, But No One Tells Them
The CARES Act provides funds to pay medical bills for uninsured COVID-19 patients. But the death of a young man in Nashville shows people often don't know about the program until it's too late.
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The CARES Act provides funds to pay medical bills for uninsured COVID-19 patients. But the death of a young man in Nashville shows people often don't know about the program until it's too late.
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NPR News: Voter Websites In California And Florida Could Be Vulnerable To Hacks, Report Finds
Voter Websites In California And Florida Could Be Vulnerable To Hacks, Report Finds
Cyber experts told the Department of Homeland Security in July that voter registration systems in California and Florida could be vulnerable to a hack, a closely-held report obtained by NPR reveals.
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Cyber experts told the Department of Homeland Security in July that voter registration systems in California and Florida could be vulnerable to a hack, a closely-held report obtained by NPR reveals.
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NPR News: Violence Erupts After Nigeria's Military Fires On Demonstrators
Violence Erupts After Nigeria's Military Fires On Demonstrators
Security forces in Nigeria again fired on protesters in Lagos. Amnesty International says 12 people were killed, and there are reports that there have been more deaths.
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Security forces in Nigeria again fired on protesters in Lagos. Amnesty International says 12 people were killed, and there are reports that there have been more deaths.
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NPR News: Virginia Democrats Are Hopeful They'll Win Red Congressional District
Virginia Democrats Are Hopeful They'll Win Red Congressional District
This year, Republicans had hoped to win back some of the U.S. House seats they lost in 2018 but are finding that Democrats are in a position to make deeper inroads into their turf next month.
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This year, Republicans had hoped to win back some of the U.S. House seats they lost in 2018 but are finding that Democrats are in a position to make deeper inroads into their turf next month.
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NPR News: For-Profit Nursing Homes' Pleas For Government Money Brings Scrutiny
For-Profit Nursing Homes' Pleas For Government Money Brings Scrutiny
For-profit nursing homes say the coronavirus has left them almost broke and needing financial help from the government. But critics say their business model is the problem.
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For-profit nursing homes say the coronavirus has left them almost broke and needing financial help from the government. But critics say their business model is the problem.
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NPR News: Activists Rally Black Voters In Traditional Red Counties In Florida's Panhandle
Activists Rally Black Voters In Traditional Red Counties In Florida's Panhandle
Florida is expected to be a key state in the presidential election. African American women in the state's panhandle aim to make sure all voices are heard in the traditionally conservative territory.
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Florida is expected to be a key state in the presidential election. African American women in the state's panhandle aim to make sure all voices are heard in the traditionally conservative territory.
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NPR News: Here's Where The Threat Of Militia Activity Around The Elections Is The Highest
Here's Where The Threat Of Militia Activity Around The Elections Is The Highest
Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Oregon have the highest risk of seeing increased militia activity around the elections, according to a new report obtained exclusively by NPR.
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Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Oregon have the highest risk of seeing increased militia activity around the elections, according to a new report obtained exclusively by NPR.
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NPR News: There's A Lot At Stake For The Climate In The 2020 Election
There's A Lot At Stake For The Climate In The 2020 Election
Despite the cascade of other crises this year, climate change has emerged as a key election issue. The two presidential candidates' positions on it could not be more different.
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Despite the cascade of other crises this year, climate change has emerged as a key election issue. The two presidential candidates' positions on it could not be more different.
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NPR News: Violence Erupts After Nigeria's Military Fires On Demonstrators
Violence Erupts After Nigeria's Military Fires On Demonstrators
Security forces in Nigeria again fired on protesters in Lagos. Amnesty International says 12 people were killed, and there are reports that there have been more deaths.
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Security forces in Nigeria again fired on protesters in Lagos. Amnesty International says 12 people were killed, and there are reports that there have been more deaths.
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