Man dressed as the Joker injures 17 people on Tokyo train
The attacker, identified as a 24-year-old man, was arrested after stabbing several passengers and starting a fire on the commuter train. His motive was not immediately known.
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Sunday, 31 October 2021
NPR News: Man dressed as the Joker injures 17 people on Tokyo train
Man dressed as the Joker injures 17 people on Tokyo train
The attacker, identified as a 24-year-old man, was arrested after stabbing several passengers and starting a fire on the commuter train. His motive was not immediately known.
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The attacker, identified as a 24-year-old man, was arrested after stabbing several passengers and starting a fire on the commuter train. His motive was not immediately known.
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NPR News: The FDA is probing whether the Moderna vaccine can cause a rare side effect in teens
The FDA is probing whether the Moderna vaccine can cause a rare side effect in teens
Moderna says the FDA is looking into reports of a rare side effect — myocarditis, or the inflammation of the heart muscle — in those who've gotten the shot.
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Moderna says the FDA is looking into reports of a rare side effect — myocarditis, or the inflammation of the heart muscle — in those who've gotten the shot.
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NPR News: 'We're not where we need to be,' says U.N. climate chief
'We're not where we need to be,' says U.N. climate chief
A global climate summit got underway today in Glasgow, Scotland. It appears unlikely that this conference will produce any dramatic new changes in policy.
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A global climate summit got underway today in Glasgow, Scotland. It appears unlikely that this conference will produce any dramatic new changes in policy.
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NPR News: Jury selection for Kyle Rittenhouse trial starts this week
Jury selection for Kyle Rittenhouse trial starts this week
Jury selection begins Monday for the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. He faces multiple charges after fatal shootings during protests in Kenosha, Wisc.
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Jury selection begins Monday for the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. He faces multiple charges after fatal shootings during protests in Kenosha, Wisc.
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NPR News: 'We're not where we need to be,' says U.N. climate chief
'We're not where we need to be,' says U.N. climate chief
A global climate summit got underway today in Glasgow, Scotland. It appears unlikely that this conference will produce any dramatic new changes in policy.
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A global climate summit got underway today in Glasgow, Scotland. It appears unlikely that this conference will produce any dramatic new changes in policy.
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NPR News: Biden says he worries that cutting oil production too fast will hurt working people
Biden says he worries that cutting oil production too fast will hurt working people
President Biden said he's worried about soaring energy prices and says the world can't simply cut its use of fossil fuels — even as he heads to Glasgow for the U.N. climate summit.
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President Biden said he's worried about soaring energy prices and says the world can't simply cut its use of fossil fuels — even as he heads to Glasgow for the U.N. climate summit.
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NPR News: Biden says he worries that cutting oil production too fast will hurt working people
Biden says he worries that cutting oil production too fast will hurt working people
President Biden said he's worried about soaring energy prices and says the world can't simply cut its use of fossil fuels — even as he heads to Glasgow for the U.N. climate summit.
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President Biden said he's worried about soaring energy prices and says the world can't simply cut its use of fossil fuels — even as he heads to Glasgow for the U.N. climate summit.
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NPR News: The video game platform Roblox is still down, but the company says it has a fix
The video game platform Roblox is still down, but the company says it has a fix
On Sunday afternoon the California company said it was working to bring certain regions back online. The service went down on Friday.
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On Sunday afternoon the California company said it was working to bring certain regions back online. The service went down on Friday.
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NPR News: Ado Campeol, the man known as the 'father of tiramisu,' has died
Ado Campeol, the man known as the 'father of tiramisu,' has died
Although his restaurant has been credited as the birthplace of the popular Italian dessert, it was actually Campeol's wife and one of Le Beccherie's chefs that apparently invented it.
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Although his restaurant has been credited as the birthplace of the popular Italian dessert, it was actually Campeol's wife and one of Le Beccherie's chefs that apparently invented it.
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NPR News: Ado Campeol, the man known as the 'father of tiramisu,' has died
Ado Campeol, the man known as the 'father of tiramisu,' has died
Although his restaurant has been credited as the birthplace of the popular Italian dessert, it was actually Campeol's wife and one of Le Beccherie's chefs that apparently invented it.
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Although his restaurant has been credited as the birthplace of the popular Italian dessert, it was actually Campeol's wife and one of Le Beccherie's chefs that apparently invented it.
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NPR News: American Airlines has cancelled nearly 1,600 flights since Friday
American Airlines has cancelled nearly 1,600 flights since Friday
The airline says it was forced to cancel more than 700 flights on Sunday alone due to poor weather and staff shortages.
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The airline says it was forced to cancel more than 700 flights on Sunday alone due to poor weather and staff shortages.
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NPR News: G-20 leaders commit to reach carbon neutrality, but leave the target date in question
G-20 leaders commit to reach carbon neutrality, but leave the target date in question
A compromise agreed to in Rome on Sunday would see the world's biggest economies reach carbon neutrality "by or around mid-century." The plan sets the stage for the U.N. climate conference in Glasgow.
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A compromise agreed to in Rome on Sunday would see the world's biggest economies reach carbon neutrality "by or around mid-century." The plan sets the stage for the U.N. climate conference in Glasgow.
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NPR News: G-20 leaders commit to reach carbon neutrality, but leave the target date in question
G-20 leaders commit to reach carbon neutrality, but leave the target date in question
A compromise agreed to in Rome on Sunday would see the world's biggest economies reach carbon neutrality "by or around mid-century." The plan sets the stage for the U.N. climate conference in Glasgow.
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A compromise agreed to in Rome on Sunday would see the world's biggest economies reach carbon neutrality "by or around mid-century." The plan sets the stage for the U.N. climate conference in Glasgow.
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NPR News: Tunisian president appoints first female prime minster
Tunisian president appoints first female prime minster
Tunisia's president dissolved the last parliament and has concentrated power. Now, he's appointed the country's first female prime minister. But is this a genuine move towards reform?
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Tunisia's president dissolved the last parliament and has concentrated power. Now, he's appointed the country's first female prime minister. But is this a genuine move towards reform?
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NPR News: Kenosha is still reeling from killings as Kyle Rittenhouse's trial begins
Kenosha is still reeling from killings as Kyle Rittenhouse's trial begins
Kenosha, Wisc., is again reckoning with its racial divide as Kyle Rittenhouse goes on trial for killing two people and injuring a third during unrest over a police shooting in 2020.
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Kenosha, Wisc., is again reckoning with its racial divide as Kyle Rittenhouse goes on trial for killing two people and injuring a third during unrest over a police shooting in 2020.
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NPR News: Tunisian president appoints first female prime minster
Tunisian president appoints first female prime minster
Tunisia's president dissolved the last parliament and has concentrated power. Now, he's appointed the country's first female prime minister. But is this a genuine move towards reform?
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Tunisia's president dissolved the last parliament and has concentrated power. Now, he's appointed the country's first female prime minister. But is this a genuine move towards reform?
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NPR News: A lot is riding on the COP26 global climate summit, but broken promises stall change
A lot is riding on the COP26 global climate summit, but broken promises stall change
A look ahead to what COP26 might mean for the fight against global warming as the world's highest profile climate summit kicks off in Glasgow, Scotland.
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A look ahead to what COP26 might mean for the fight against global warming as the world's highest profile climate summit kicks off in Glasgow, Scotland.
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NPR News: Virginia gubernatorial race is split over COVID-19 restrictions, race and the economy
Virginia gubernatorial race is split over COVID-19 restrictions, race and the economy
Eyes are on Virginia this week as voters elect a new governor. We hear from some in blue-leaning Arlington and in solidly-red Hanover about what's motivating them this election.
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Eyes are on Virginia this week as voters elect a new governor. We hear from some in blue-leaning Arlington and in solidly-red Hanover about what's motivating them this election.
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NPR News: Under new ownership, 'Ebony' magazine bets on boosting Black business
Under new ownership, 'Ebony' magazine bets on boosting Black business
Ebony magazine is turning 76 years old. With new owners, the legacy publication is rebooting to reach and uplift Black audiences with a focus on financial literacy and building wealth.
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Ebony magazine is turning 76 years old. With new owners, the legacy publication is rebooting to reach and uplift Black audiences with a focus on financial literacy and building wealth.
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NPR News: A lot is riding on the COP26 global climate summit, but broken promises stall change
A lot is riding on the COP26 global climate summit, but broken promises stall change
A look ahead to what COP26 might mean for the fight against global warming as the world's highest profile climate summit kicks off in Glasgow, Scotland.
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A look ahead to what COP26 might mean for the fight against global warming as the world's highest profile climate summit kicks off in Glasgow, Scotland.
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NPR News: Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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NPR News: Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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NPR News: Here's why the other 48 states care who's governor of Virginia and New Jersey
Here's why the other 48 states care who's governor of Virginia and New Jersey
As the first statewide tests of a new political reality, Virginia and New Jersey send a signal early in a presidential term — much as Iowa and New Hampshire do in a presidential campaign.
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As the first statewide tests of a new political reality, Virginia and New Jersey send a signal early in a presidential term — much as Iowa and New Hampshire do in a presidential campaign.
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NPR News: Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Despite their climate pledges, the U.S. and others export huge amounts of fossil fuels
Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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Under the Paris climate deal, exports of oil, gas and coal don't count toward a country's emissions. That's coming in for scrutiny as leaders gather for another global climate summit.
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Saturday, 30 October 2021
NPR News: U.S. reaches deal with European Union over steel and aluminum tariffs
U.S. reaches deal with European Union over steel and aluminum tariffs
Announced at the G-20 Summit in Rome, the deal is meant to protect American producers but tamp down on the cost increases that the original tariffs have led to.
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Announced at the G-20 Summit in Rome, the deal is meant to protect American producers but tamp down on the cost increases that the original tariffs have led to.
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NPR News: Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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NPR News: Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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NPR News: Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
Why marigolds, or cempasúchil, are the iconic flower of Día de los Muertos
The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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The Day of the Dead is deeply rooted in pre-Hispanic Aztec rituals blended with Roman Catholic traditions. But many of the indigenous symbols remain, including the vibrant and fragrant marigold.
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NPR News: John Deere and union reach tentative agreement but strike continues for now
John Deere and union reach tentative agreement but strike continues for now
Farm equipment maker Deere & Co. reached a tentative agreement with the United Auto Workers union, but a strike that began Oct. 14 will go on while workers study the agreement before a vote.
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Farm equipment maker Deere & Co. reached a tentative agreement with the United Auto Workers union, but a strike that began Oct. 14 will go on while workers study the agreement before a vote.
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NPR News: The University of Florida bars professors from testifying in a voting rights case
The University of Florida bars professors from testifying in a voting rights case
The school said having the professors testify was "adverse" to the university's interests, marking a departure from normal procedure and raising major concerns about freedom of speech.
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The school said having the professors testify was "adverse" to the university's interests, marking a departure from normal procedure and raising major concerns about freedom of speech.
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NPR News: Biden, other leaders say no easing sanctions until Iran slows its nuclear development
Biden, other leaders say no easing sanctions until Iran slows its nuclear development
President Biden and three European allies say they are ready to return to the scuttled deal that eased sanctions against Iran, in return for Iran limiting its nuclear program.
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President Biden and three European allies say they are ready to return to the scuttled deal that eased sanctions against Iran, in return for Iran limiting its nuclear program.
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NPR News: Biden, other leaders say no easing sanctions until Iran slows its nuclear development
Biden, other leaders say no easing sanctions until Iran slows its nuclear development
President Biden and three European allies say they are ready to return to the scuttled deal that eased sanctions against Iran, in return for Iran limiting its nuclear program.
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President Biden and three European allies say they are ready to return to the scuttled deal that eased sanctions against Iran, in return for Iran limiting its nuclear program.
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NPR News: The G-20 gets together for the 1st time since the pandemic. Here's what you missed
The G-20 gets together for the 1st time since the pandemic. Here's what you missed
It's been two years since the leaders of the 20 largest economies met in person. "We can finally look at the future with great — or with some — optimism," said Italy's Mario Draghi, the summit host.
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It's been two years since the leaders of the 20 largest economies met in person. "We can finally look at the future with great — or with some — optimism," said Italy's Mario Draghi, the summit host.
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NPR News: The G-20 gets together for the 1st time since the pandemic. Here's what you missed
The G-20 gets together for the 1st time since the pandemic. Here's what you missed
It's been two years since the leaders of the 20 largest economies met in person. "We can finally look at the future with great — or with some — optimism," said Italy's Mario Draghi, the summit host.
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It's been two years since the leaders of the 20 largest economies met in person. "We can finally look at the future with great — or with some — optimism," said Italy's Mario Draghi, the summit host.
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NPR News: Russia battles highest COVID-19 infection and death rates since the pandemic's start
Russia battles highest COVID-19 infection and death rates since the pandemic's start
Russia is seeing its highest infection and death rates since the start of the pandemic. It's beginning a controversial 10-day shutdown in an attempt to defeat the virus.
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Russia is seeing its highest infection and death rates since the start of the pandemic. It's beginning a controversial 10-day shutdown in an attempt to defeat the virus.
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NPR News: The Northern Lights could be visible from Oregon to New York this Halloween
The Northern Lights could be visible from Oregon to New York this Halloween
Parts of the northern U.S., including Maryland, Illinois and Nevada, might get a Halloween treat: auroras from a massive solar flare. Usually, the northern lights are hard to see at lower latitudes.
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Parts of the northern U.S., including Maryland, Illinois and Nevada, might get a Halloween treat: auroras from a massive solar flare. Usually, the northern lights are hard to see at lower latitudes.
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NPR News: Children are 40 percent of Afghan refugees. Nonprofits are tasked to find them homes
Children are 40 percent of Afghan refugees. Nonprofits are tasked to find them homes
Scott Simon speaks with Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, president and CEO of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, about how her organization helps Afghan refugee children resettle in the U.S.
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Scott Simon speaks with Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, president and CEO of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, about how her organization helps Afghan refugee children resettle in the U.S.
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NPR News: For 51 years this killer whale has lived in a tiny tank. Now her health is at risk
For 51 years this killer whale has lived in a tiny tank. Now her health is at risk
For decades, activists have argued that Miami Seaquarium housed Lolita, an endangered orca in a tank that's much too small. A new USDA report found other serious violations in how she's been treated.
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For decades, activists have argued that Miami Seaquarium housed Lolita, an endangered orca in a tank that's much too small. A new USDA report found other serious violations in how she's been treated.
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NPR News: Halloween may return to some normalcy for trick-or-treaters
Halloween may return to some normalcy for trick-or-treaters
Halloween is back! At least for one pre-K class in Oakland, California. They had a "trunk or treat" in their first semi-normal event in more than 18 months.
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Halloween is back! At least for one pre-K class in Oakland, California. They had a "trunk or treat" in their first semi-normal event in more than 18 months.
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NPR News: Russia battles highest COVID-19 infection and death rates since the pandemic's start
Russia battles highest COVID-19 infection and death rates since the pandemic's start
Russia is seeing its highest infection and death rates since the start of the pandemic. It's beginning a controversial 10-day shutdown in an attempt to defeat the virus.
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Russia is seeing its highest infection and death rates since the start of the pandemic. It's beginning a controversial 10-day shutdown in an attempt to defeat the virus.
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NPR News: From a place of privilege, she speaks the truth about climate to power
From a place of privilege, she speaks the truth about climate to power
Maria Laura Rojas admits that climate change has not had an impact on her own life. But with empathy and determination, she'll speak out for the most vulnerable at the COP26 summit.
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Maria Laura Rojas admits that climate change has not had an impact on her own life. But with empathy and determination, she'll speak out for the most vulnerable at the COP26 summit.
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NPR News: Germany debates how to form gender-neutral words out of its gendered language
Germany debates how to form gender-neutral words out of its gendered language
The German language is full of male and female nouns. Officials and businesses are tweaking words, including adding asterisks, to make them inclusive.
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The German language is full of male and female nouns. Officials and businesses are tweaking words, including adding asterisks, to make them inclusive.
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NPR News: Trump's businesses and brand still suffering from his polarizing rhetoric
Trump's businesses and brand still suffering from his polarizing rhetoric
Trump's business continues to suffer losses: fewer tenants, lost government contracts, bailing business partners. But some observers say things aren't as dire as they seem for the former president.
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Trump's business continues to suffer losses: fewer tenants, lost government contracts, bailing business partners. But some observers say things aren't as dire as they seem for the former president.
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NPR News: The strawberry Pop Tart case is just one of more than 400 lawsuits he has filed
The strawberry Pop Tart case is just one of more than 400 lawsuits he has filed
Attorney Spencer Sheehan has sued over not enough strawberries, little or no actual vanilla and how much lime constitutes "a hint of lime" in chips. Companies often pay to make these lawsuits go away.
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Attorney Spencer Sheehan has sued over not enough strawberries, little or no actual vanilla and how much lime constitutes "a hint of lime" in chips. Companies often pay to make these lawsuits go away.
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NPR News: From a place of privilege, she speaks the truth about climate to power
From a place of privilege, she speaks the truth about climate to power
Maria Laura Rojas admits that climate change has not had an impact on her own life. But with empathy and determination, she'll speak out for the most vulnerable at the COP26 summit.
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Maria Laura Rojas admits that climate change has not had an impact on her own life. But with empathy and determination, she'll speak out for the most vulnerable at the COP26 summit.
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NPR News: Germany debates how to form gender-neutral words out of its gendered language
Germany debates how to form gender-neutral words out of its gendered language
The German language is full of male and female nouns. Officials and businesses are tweaking words, including adding asterisks, to make them inclusive.
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The German language is full of male and female nouns. Officials and businesses are tweaking words, including adding asterisks, to make them inclusive.
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Friday, 29 October 2021
NPR News: Detainees who earned just $1 a day are owed $17 million in back pay, a jury says
Detainees who earned just $1 a day are owed $17 million in back pay, a jury says
A federal jury in Tacoma, Wash., found that private prison contractor, the GEO Group, underpaid detainees who provided menial services in the facility
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A federal jury in Tacoma, Wash., found that private prison contractor, the GEO Group, underpaid detainees who provided menial services in the facility
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NPR News: Biden admits to France's leader that a contentious defense deal was handled poorly
Biden admits to France's leader that a contentious defense deal was handled poorly
A U.S. agreement to share nuclear submarine technology with Australia caused a rift with France. On Friday President Biden reiterated to President Emmanuel Macron that France is a valued partner.
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A U.S. agreement to share nuclear submarine technology with Australia caused a rift with France. On Friday President Biden reiterated to President Emmanuel Macron that France is a valued partner.
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NPR News: South Korea seeks a path to normal life from COVID-19
South Korea seeks a path to normal life from COVID-19
South Korea is seeking a degree of normalcy by gradually easing restrictions. "We have to find a way to safely coexist with COVID-19 even if that means taking some risks," an official said.
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South Korea is seeking a degree of normalcy by gradually easing restrictions. "We have to find a way to safely coexist with COVID-19 even if that means taking some risks," an official said.
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NPR News: With the latest payout, former Sheriff Joe Arpaio has Arizona cost taxpayers $100M
With the latest payout, former Sheriff Joe Arpaio has Arizona cost taxpayers $100M
Nearly five years after Arpaio was voted out, taxpayers are covering one of the last major bills from the thousands of lawsuits his headline-grabbing tactics inspired.
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Nearly five years after Arpaio was voted out, taxpayers are covering one of the last major bills from the thousands of lawsuits his headline-grabbing tactics inspired.
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NPR News: Biden admits to France's leader that a contentious defense deal was handled poorly
Biden admits to France's leader that a contentious defense deal was handled poorly
A U.S. agreement to share nuclear submarine technology with Australia caused a rift with France. On Friday President Biden reiterated to President Emmanuel Macron that France is a valued partner.
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A U.S. agreement to share nuclear submarine technology with Australia caused a rift with France. On Friday President Biden reiterated to President Emmanuel Macron that France is a valued partner.
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NPR News: South Korea seeks a path to normal life from COVID-19
South Korea seeks a path to normal life from COVID-19
South Korea is seeking a degree of normalcy by gradually easing restrictions. "We have to find a way to safely coexist with COVID-19 even if that means taking some risks," an official said.
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South Korea is seeking a degree of normalcy by gradually easing restrictions. "We have to find a way to safely coexist with COVID-19 even if that means taking some risks," an official said.
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NPR News: A former Chicago Blackhawks coach resigns from the Florida Panthers' top job
A former Chicago Blackhawks coach resigns from the Florida Panthers' top job
Joel Quenneville has quit as coach of the Florida pro hockey team following a report about the handling of sexual assault claims from a player at the Blackhawks during Quenneville's tenure there.
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Joel Quenneville has quit as coach of the Florida pro hockey team following a report about the handling of sexual assault claims from a player at the Blackhawks during Quenneville's tenure there.
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NPR News: A Florida college unveils a statue of Mister Rogers, surrounded by kids
A Florida college unveils a statue of Mister Rogers, surrounded by kids
"My hope is that this piece will bring joy and inspiration to many people, just as Mister Rogers' Neighborhood did for generations," sculptor Paul Day says.
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"My hope is that this piece will bring joy and inspiration to many people, just as Mister Rogers' Neighborhood did for generations," sculptor Paul Day says.
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NPR News: Iowa approves jobless benefits for people who were fired for being unvaccinated
Iowa approves jobless benefits for people who were fired for being unvaccinated
Under a newly passed vaccine mandate exemption bill in Iowa, employees who are fired for refusing a vaccine would be guaranteed unemployment benefits. Gov. Kim Reynolds says she will sign it.
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Under a newly passed vaccine mandate exemption bill in Iowa, employees who are fired for refusing a vaccine would be guaranteed unemployment benefits. Gov. Kim Reynolds says she will sign it.
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NPR News: Vaccinated seniors navigate life in mostly unvaccinated rural America
Vaccinated seniors navigate life in mostly unvaccinated rural America
Vaccination rates in much of rural America remain low. But there's one consistent holdout demographic: seniors, many of whom remember lining up eagerly as children to get the polio vaccine.
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Vaccination rates in much of rural America remain low. But there's one consistent holdout demographic: seniors, many of whom remember lining up eagerly as children to get the polio vaccine.
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NPR News: Pat was an early radical abortion rights activist. Her positions are now common
Pat was an early radical abortion rights activist. Her positions are now common
Pat Maginnis helped women obtain abortions when it was illegal — and courted arrest to challenge that legal status. She was 93 when she died earlier this year.
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Pat Maginnis helped women obtain abortions when it was illegal — and courted arrest to challenge that legal status. She was 93 when she died earlier this year.
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NPR News: Biden meets Pope Francis to start his European tour
Biden meets Pope Francis to start his European tour
Biden arrived at the Vatican around noon local time. The stop is one of several meetings with global leaders over the next week.
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Biden arrived at the Vatican around noon local time. The stop is one of several meetings with global leaders over the next week.
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NPR News: Ford engineer helps Michigan girl be Cruella de Vil for Halloween
Ford engineer helps Michigan girl be Cruella de Vil for Halloween
The six-year-old girl has myotonic dystrophy and can't walk. The Detroit Free Press reports a family friend, an engineer at Ford, built her a tiny car modeled on De Ville's distinctive Panther.
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The six-year-old girl has myotonic dystrophy and can't walk. The Detroit Free Press reports a family friend, an engineer at Ford, built her a tiny car modeled on De Ville's distinctive Panther.
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NPR News: Biden meets Pope Francis to start his European tour
Biden meets Pope Francis to start his European tour
Biden arrived at the Vatican around noon local time. The stop is one of several meetings with global leaders over the next week.
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Biden arrived at the Vatican around noon local time. The stop is one of several meetings with global leaders over the next week.
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NPR News: Huge pumpkin is disqualified from competition over a small crack
Huge pumpkin is disqualified from competition over a small crack
Mike Schmit from Markesan, Wis., grew a pumpkin weighing over 2,500 pounds. But the pumpkin, which was the biggest one in the running, was disqualified because of a fingernail-sized crack.
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Mike Schmit from Markesan, Wis., grew a pumpkin weighing over 2,500 pounds. But the pumpkin, which was the biggest one in the running, was disqualified because of a fingernail-sized crack.
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NPR News: A misdemeanor sex charge has been filed against former Gov. Cuomo
A misdemeanor sex charge has been filed against former Gov. Cuomo
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was forced from office after nearly a dozen women accused him of sexual harassment. A new criminal complaint alleges he forcibly touched a female staff member.
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo was forced from office after nearly a dozen women accused him of sexual harassment. A new criminal complaint alleges he forcibly touched a female staff member.
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NPR News: U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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NPR News: U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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NPR News: For their first trick-or-treating, their parents magically became a neighborhood
For their first trick-or-treating, their parents magically became a neighborhood
Every day is like Halloween when you're the children of costumed circus performers. Siblings Fritzi and Bobby Huber recount the time that their parents made their first Halloween extraordinary.
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Every day is like Halloween when you're the children of costumed circus performers. Siblings Fritzi and Bobby Huber recount the time that their parents made their first Halloween extraordinary.
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NPR News: Paid family leave gets slashed as Democrats try to reach consensus on spending plan
Paid family leave gets slashed as Democrats try to reach consensus on spending plan
The United States is one of a handful of countries, and the only wealthy nation, without a national paid leave policy.
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The United States is one of a handful of countries, and the only wealthy nation, without a national paid leave policy.
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NPR News: U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
U.S. presidents have met with the pope since 1919. It all started with Woodrow Wilson
President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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President Biden's meeting with the pope is a fairly recent tradition for U.S. presidents. His meeting will mark the 31st time a U.S. president has met with the leader of the Catholic Church.
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Thursday, 28 October 2021
NPR News: NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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NPR News: NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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NPR News: NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
NAACP urges pro athletes not to sign with Texas teams over voting and abortion laws
Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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Player organizations in the NBA, NHL, NFL, WNBA and MLB were sent an open letter by the organization's national and state presidents.
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NPR News: HIV activists have a history of outrageous energy. COVID protesters hope to match it
HIV activists have a history of outrageous energy. COVID protesters hope to match it
A small number of health workers are protesting for global vaccine equity. Their demonstrations echo the call for equal distribution of HIV medications decades ago — but there are key differences.
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A small number of health workers are protesting for global vaccine equity. Their demonstrations echo the call for equal distribution of HIV medications decades ago — but there are key differences.
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NPR News: HIV activists have a history of outrageous energy. COVID protesters hope to match it
HIV activists have a history of outrageous energy. COVID protesters hope to match it
A small number of health workers are protesting for global vaccine equity. Their demonstrations echo the call for equal distribution of HIV medications decades ago — but there are key differences.
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A small number of health workers are protesting for global vaccine equity. Their demonstrations echo the call for equal distribution of HIV medications decades ago — but there are key differences.
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NPR News: An actor has been charged with vandalizing a New York City statue of George Floyd
An actor has been charged with vandalizing a New York City statue of George Floyd
Micah Beals has been charged with criminal mischief in connection with the Oct. 3 incident. Under a stage name, he's played minor roles in television shows like "Parks and Recreation" and "CSI: NY."
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Micah Beals has been charged with criminal mischief in connection with the Oct. 3 incident. Under a stage name, he's played minor roles in television shows like "Parks and Recreation" and "CSI: NY."
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NPR News: Texas lawmaker launches inquiry into 850 books dealing with race and sexuality
Texas lawmaker launches inquiry into 850 books dealing with race and sexuality
Republican Matt Krause is asking schools for an accounting of any book that "might make students feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or any other form of psychological distress."
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Republican Matt Krause is asking schools for an accounting of any book that "might make students feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or any other form of psychological distress."
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NPR News: Starbucks and Costco raising wages in the nationwide competition for workers
Starbucks and Costco raising wages in the nationwide competition for workers
Costco pays $17 an hour after a second raise this year. Starbucks is raising hourly pay to $15 amid a union effort. Major chains are pushing to draw workers, who have shunned a million retail jobs.
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Costco pays $17 an hour after a second raise this year. Starbucks is raising hourly pay to $15 amid a union effort. Major chains are pushing to draw workers, who have shunned a million retail jobs.
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NPR News: American Airlines plane is diverted after a passenger assaults a flight attendant
American Airlines plane is diverted after a passenger assaults a flight attendant
The passenger's unwillingness to wear a mask triggered the assault, a witness said, and led the N.Y. to Calif. flight to land in Denver. The female flight attendant was reportedly punched in the face.
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The passenger's unwillingness to wear a mask triggered the assault, a witness said, and led the N.Y. to Calif. flight to land in Denver. The female flight attendant was reportedly punched in the face.
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NPR News: Families in S.C. church massacre reach $88M settlement with the Justice Department
Families in S.C. church massacre reach $88M settlement with the Justice Department
Survivors and families who lost loved ones in the June 2015 attack said the FBI's negligence allowed Dylann Roof to buy the gun he used in the attack.
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Survivors and families who lost loved ones in the June 2015 attack said the FBI's negligence allowed Dylann Roof to buy the gun he used in the attack.
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NPR News: A $40 million gift will help 1st-generation students at the University of Michigan
A $40 million gift will help 1st-generation students at the University of Michigan
The money from Fred Wilpon, a businessman and former Mets owner, and his wife will fund scholarships and other support services for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
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The money from Fred Wilpon, a businessman and former Mets owner, and his wife will fund scholarships and other support services for students who are the first in their families to attend college.
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NPR News: A jury awards $17 million to the parents of a man killed by an LAPD officer in Costco
A jury awards $17 million to the parents of a man killed by an LAPD officer in Costco
The officer was off duty and shopping with his son when he says Kenneth French struck or shoved him, and he opened fire believing he was in immediate danger. The officer was fired over the incident.
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The officer was off duty and shopping with his son when he says Kenneth French struck or shoved him, and he opened fire believing he was in immediate danger. The officer was fired over the incident.
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NPR News: Brett Favre repays $600,000 in welfare funds he accepted for speeches he never gave
Brett Favre repays $600,000 in welfare funds he accepted for speeches he never gave
The NFL legend says he never knew the money he received came from welfare funds. The Mississippi attorney general could still sue Favre if he doesn't pay interest owed on the amount.
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The NFL legend says he never knew the money he received came from welfare funds. The Mississippi attorney general could still sue Favre if he doesn't pay interest owed on the amount.
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NPR News: Donald has seen storms before. But this one could prove a tipping point
Donald has seen storms before. But this one could prove a tipping point
For the people of LaPlace, La. the destruction of Hurricane Ida was on another level. And that has some residents considering moving away before the next one.
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For the people of LaPlace, La. the destruction of Hurricane Ida was on another level. And that has some residents considering moving away before the next one.
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NPR News: Here's who Biden will meet with when he goes to Rome and Glasgow this week
Here's who Biden will meet with when he goes to Rome and Glasgow this week
President Biden has been scrambling to make a deal at home with lawmakers in his own party before heading to the G-20 summit in Rome and the U.N. Climate Summit in Glasgow.
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President Biden has been scrambling to make a deal at home with lawmakers in his own party before heading to the G-20 summit in Rome and the U.N. Climate Summit in Glasgow.
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NPR News: NYC firefighters are planning a protest at the mayor's home over vaccine rules
NYC firefighters are planning a protest at the mayor's home over vaccine rules
Firefighters and thousands of other city are protesting New York City's vaccine mandate. Public employees have to get the coronavirus vaccine by Nov. 1, or risk losing their job.
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Firefighters and thousands of other city are protesting New York City's vaccine mandate. Public employees have to get the coronavirus vaccine by Nov. 1, or risk losing their job.
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NPR News: Here's who Biden will meet with when he goes to Rome and Glasgow this week
Here's who Biden will meet with when he goes to Rome and Glasgow this week
President Biden has been scrambling to make a deal at home with lawmakers in his own party before heading to the G-20 summit in Rome and the U.N. Climate Summit in Glasgow.
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President Biden has been scrambling to make a deal at home with lawmakers in his own party before heading to the G-20 summit in Rome and the U.N. Climate Summit in Glasgow.
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NPR News: Chicago passes guaranteed income program with funds from American Rescue Plan
Chicago passes guaranteed income program with funds from American Rescue Plan
The Chicago City Council voted Wednesday on a budget that includes a guaranteed income program. The one-year pilot will distribute $500 monthly cash payments to 5,000 low-income Chicagoans.
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The Chicago City Council voted Wednesday on a budget that includes a guaranteed income program. The one-year pilot will distribute $500 monthly cash payments to 5,000 low-income Chicagoans.
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NPR News: Kyle Beach reveals he was sexually assaulted by a Chicago Blackhawks coach in 2010
Kyle Beach reveals he was sexually assaulted by a Chicago Blackhawks coach in 2010
Beach was a new player with the Blackhawks when he said he was sexually assaulted by a team coach. The team did nothing about it for weeks. Beach came forward publicly for the first time Wednesday.
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Beach was a new player with the Blackhawks when he said he was sexually assaulted by a team coach. The team did nothing about it for weeks. Beach came forward publicly for the first time Wednesday.
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NPR News: The White House moves to ban copper mining near wilderness area in Minnesota
The White House moves to ban copper mining near wilderness area in Minnesota
A Biden administration review could curtail copper mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota — an area known for its pristine nature.
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A Biden administration review could curtail copper mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota — an area known for its pristine nature.
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NPR News: District attorney says it's too early for charges in 'Rust' shooting
District attorney says it's too early for charges in 'Rust' shooting
Authorities in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday cautioned against jumping to conclusions about what happened on the set of the film Rust that left a cinematographer dead.
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Authorities in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday cautioned against jumping to conclusions about what happened on the set of the film Rust that left a cinematographer dead.
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NPR News: Americans who remember the polio vaccine rollout are eager for COVID boosters
Americans who remember the polio vaccine rollout are eager for COVID boosters
Vaccination rates in rural America remain extremely low, but there's one holdout demographic: seniors — many of whom remember lining up eagerly to get the polio vaccine as children.
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Vaccination rates in rural America remain extremely low, but there's one holdout demographic: seniors — many of whom remember lining up eagerly to get the polio vaccine as children.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh community remembers the 11 victims of a synagogue attack
Pittsburgh community remembers the 11 victims of a synagogue attack
Three years ago, a gunman opened fire during services at the Tree of Life Synagogue. Wednesday marked the anniversary of the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history.
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Three years ago, a gunman opened fire during services at the Tree of Life Synagogue. Wednesday marked the anniversary of the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in U.S. history.
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NPR News: Polls show a tight race in Virginia's gubernatorial election
Polls show a tight race in Virginia's gubernatorial election
Voters in Virginia will choose a new governor next Tuesday. Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, a Democrat, is running for his seat again, while Republican Glenn Youngkin is a first-time candidate.
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Voters in Virginia will choose a new governor next Tuesday. Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, a Democrat, is running for his seat again, while Republican Glenn Youngkin is a first-time candidate.
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NPR News: After prison he followed the rules, but a parole mishap delayed his full freedom
After prison he followed the rules, but a parole mishap delayed his full freedom
Robert Davis' experience with the U.S. Parole Commission is an example of how systemic barriers can hold down people striving to do the right thing.
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Robert Davis' experience with the U.S. Parole Commission is an example of how systemic barriers can hold down people striving to do the right thing.
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Wednesday, 27 October 2021
NPR News: State attorneys general issue a warning for Halloween about marijuana-type treats
State attorneys general issue a warning for Halloween about marijuana-type treats
State officials alert parents of the unregulated, illegal marijuana snacks that favor the sober, major brand.
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State officials alert parents of the unregulated, illegal marijuana snacks that favor the sober, major brand.
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NPR News: Why Puerto Rico leads the U.S. in COVID vaccine rate — and what states can learn
Why Puerto Rico leads the U.S. in COVID vaccine rate — and what states can learn
The highest rate of COVID-19 vaccination in the United States is not in a liberal-leaning Northeastern or West Coast state. It's in a place with a notably different political culture.
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The highest rate of COVID-19 vaccination in the United States is not in a liberal-leaning Northeastern or West Coast state. It's in a place with a notably different political culture.
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NPR News: Benny watched his house drift away. Now, his community wants better storm protection
Benny watched his house drift away. Now, his community wants better storm protection
Residents of and around Jean Lafitte, La. say they haven't seen storm damage like this before. And they say the federal government could have done more for them as it did for the city upriver.
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Residents of and around Jean Lafitte, La. say they haven't seen storm damage like this before. And they say the federal government could have done more for them as it did for the city upriver.
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NPR News: The Biden team is scrambling to slow a crushing wave of drug overdose deaths
The Biden team is scrambling to slow a crushing wave of drug overdose deaths
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is rolling out a new plan to slow drug deaths, which he says will include controversial measures such as clean needles and fentanyl test strips.
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Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is rolling out a new plan to slow drug deaths, which he says will include controversial measures such as clean needles and fentanyl test strips.
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NPR News: Once again, the U.S. has failed to take sweeping climate action. Here's why
Once again, the U.S. has failed to take sweeping climate action. Here's why
Most Americans want the government to tackle climate change, but decades of industry lobbying and misinformation have repeatedly worked together to prevent meaningful action.
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Most Americans want the government to tackle climate change, but decades of industry lobbying and misinformation have repeatedly worked together to prevent meaningful action.
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NPR News: Josh Cavallo is the first male top-level footballer to come out as gay
Josh Cavallo is the first male top-level footballer to come out as gay
The Adelaide United midfielder announced that he was gay in a video posted to the team's Twitter account Tuesday night.
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The Adelaide United midfielder announced that he was gay in a video posted to the team's Twitter account Tuesday night.
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NPR News: Merck will allow drug makers in other countries to make its COVID-19 pill
Merck will allow drug makers in other countries to make its COVID-19 pill
The drug, known as molnupiravir, has shown promise in treating the disease. The agreement to license its production could help millions of people in the developing world gain access to it.
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The drug, known as molnupiravir, has shown promise in treating the disease. The agreement to license its production could help millions of people in the developing world gain access to it.
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NPR News: Merck will allow drug makers in other countries to make its COVID-19 pill
Merck will allow drug makers in other countries to make its COVID-19 pill
The drug, known as molnupiravir, has shown promise in treating the disease. The agreement to license its production could help millions of people in the developing world gain access to it.
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The drug, known as molnupiravir, has shown promise in treating the disease. The agreement to license its production could help millions of people in the developing world gain access to it.
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NPR News: The NCAA spends more on men's sports than women's, another gender equity report finds
The NCAA spends more on men's sports than women's, another gender equity report finds
NCAA spending per Division I and national championship participants was $4,285 for men and $2,588 for women in the 2018-19 season. The gap is even larger for single-gender sports, the report shows.
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NCAA spending per Division I and national championship participants was $4,285 for men and $2,588 for women in the 2018-19 season. The gap is even larger for single-gender sports, the report shows.
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NPR News: 2 officers are indicted in the death of man who was shot 76 times
2 officers are indicted in the death of man who was shot 76 times
A grand jury returns an eight-count indictment against two Georgia law enforcement officers in connection with the 2016 killing of a man during an attempted fugitive arrest in the Atlanta area.
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A grand jury returns an eight-count indictment against two Georgia law enforcement officers in connection with the 2016 killing of a man during an attempted fugitive arrest in the Atlanta area.
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NPR News: The U.S. is set to appeal the U.K.'s refusal to extradite WikiLeaks' Assange
The U.S. is set to appeal the U.K.'s refusal to extradite WikiLeaks' Assange
Earlier this year, a lower court judge refused an American request to extradite Assange on spying charges over WikiLeaks' publication of secret military documents a decade ago.
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Earlier this year, a lower court judge refused an American request to extradite Assange on spying charges over WikiLeaks' publication of secret military documents a decade ago.
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NPR News: Philadelphia's increased gun violence means more burial services
Philadelphia's increased gun violence means more burial services
Amid a surge in gun violence in Philadelphia, funeral directors are struggling to meet the demand for their services — including guiding families through their shock and grief.
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Amid a surge in gun violence in Philadelphia, funeral directors are struggling to meet the demand for their services — including guiding families through their shock and grief.
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NPR News: The U.S. is set to appeal the U.K.'s refusal to extradite WikiLeaks' Assange
The U.S. is set to appeal the U.K.'s refusal to extradite WikiLeaks' Assange
Earlier this year, a lower court judge refused an American request to extradite Assange on spying charges over WikiLeaks' publication of secret military documents a decade ago.
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Earlier this year, a lower court judge refused an American request to extradite Assange on spying charges over WikiLeaks' publication of secret military documents a decade ago.
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NPR News: Iran's president says cyberattack was meant to create 'disorder' at gas pumps
Iran's president says cyberattack was meant to create 'disorder' at gas pumps
Ebrahim Raisi's remarks stopped short of assigning blame for the attack, which rendered useless the government-issued electronic cards that many Iranians use to buy subsidized fuel at the pump.
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Ebrahim Raisi's remarks stopped short of assigning blame for the attack, which rendered useless the government-issued electronic cards that many Iranians use to buy subsidized fuel at the pump.
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NPR News: Iran's president says cyberattack was meant to create 'disorder' at gas pumps
Iran's president says cyberattack was meant to create 'disorder' at gas pumps
Ebrahim Raisi's remarks stopped short of assigning blame for the attack, which rendered useless the government-issued electronic cards that many Iranians use to buy subsidized fuel at the pump.
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Ebrahim Raisi's remarks stopped short of assigning blame for the attack, which rendered useless the government-issued electronic cards that many Iranians use to buy subsidized fuel at the pump.
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NPR News: Uganda activist fears climate talks aren't doing enough for the global south
Uganda activist fears climate talks aren't doing enough for the global south
Climate change is hitting many developing countries hard. In Uganda, one climate activist worries that the upcoming international climate talks won't protect her home.
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Climate change is hitting many developing countries hard. In Uganda, one climate activist worries that the upcoming international climate talks won't protect her home.
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NPR News: ProPublica details how Liberty University discourages reports of sexual assaults
ProPublica details how Liberty University discourages reports of sexual assaults
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to Hannah Dreyfus of ProPublica about her investigation into allegations that Liberty University discourages reports of sexual assault.
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NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to Hannah Dreyfus of ProPublica about her investigation into allegations that Liberty University discourages reports of sexual assault.
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NPR News: Philadelphia's increased gun violence mean more burial services
Philadelphia's increased gun violence mean more burial services
Amid a surge in gun violence in Philadelphia, funeral directors are struggling to meet the demand for their services, including guiding families through their shock and grief.
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Amid a surge in gun violence in Philadelphia, funeral directors are struggling to meet the demand for their services, including guiding families through their shock and grief.
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NPR News: How Gerrymandering stifles potential voters and candidates as well as skews policy
How Gerrymandering stifles potential voters and candidates as well as skews policy
New voting maps in Texas are already facing legal challenges for discrimination, but that's just the start of how gerrymandering affects the nation's democracy.
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New voting maps in Texas are already facing legal challenges for discrimination, but that's just the start of how gerrymandering affects the nation's democracy.
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NPR News: Why some alleged Capitol rioters are acting as their own attorneys
Why some alleged Capitol rioters are acting as their own attorneys
More than 100 people charged in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol have pleaded guilty. But others are promising to take their cases to trial, including some who have decided to represent themselves.
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More than 100 people charged in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol have pleaded guilty. But others are promising to take their cases to trial, including some who have decided to represent themselves.
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NPR News: Uganda activist fears climate talks aren't doing enough for the global south
Uganda activist fears climate talks aren't doing enough for the global south
Climate change is hitting many developing countries hard. In Uganda, one climate activist worries that the upcoming international climate talks won't protect her home.
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Climate change is hitting many developing countries hard. In Uganda, one climate activist worries that the upcoming international climate talks won't protect her home.
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Tuesday, 26 October 2021
NPR News: Potential legal woes mount after the 'Rust' shooting tragedy
Potential legal woes mount after the 'Rust' shooting tragedy
Producers on the film, including star Alec Baldwin, might be civilly or criminally liable in the accidental discharge of a live round that killed the cinematographer.
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Producers on the film, including star Alec Baldwin, might be civilly or criminally liable in the accidental discharge of a live round that killed the cinematographer.
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NPR News: Jelani Day's death is ruled a drowning, the coroner says
Jelani Day's death is ruled a drowning, the coroner says
Day, a Illinois State University graduate student, was reported missing on Aug. 24. LaSalle County authorities say the manner in which he went into the Illinois River is currently unknown.
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Day, a Illinois State University graduate student, was reported missing on Aug. 24. LaSalle County authorities say the manner in which he went into the Illinois River is currently unknown.
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NPR News: Prosecutors cannot call those shot by Kyle Rittenhouse 'victims,' a judge has ruled
Prosecutors cannot call those shot by Kyle Rittenhouse 'victims,' a judge has ruled
But the defense may call them "arsonists" or "looters," the judge ruled. The criminal trial of Rittenhouse, the teenager who shot and killed two protesters in Kenosha, Wis., begins next week.
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But the defense may call them "arsonists" or "looters," the judge ruled. The criminal trial of Rittenhouse, the teenager who shot and killed two protesters in Kenosha, Wis., begins next week.
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NPR News: What is the citizen's arrest law at the heart of the trial over Ahmaud Arbery's death?
What is the citizen's arrest law at the heart of the trial over Ahmaud Arbery's death?
Law professor Joseph Margulies explains how the now-repealed Georgia statute came about — and how its interpretation could decide the fate of the three men accused of Arbery's murder.
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Law professor Joseph Margulies explains how the now-repealed Georgia statute came about — and how its interpretation could decide the fate of the three men accused of Arbery's murder.
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NPR News: A lost hiker ignored rescuers' phone calls, thinking they were spam
A lost hiker ignored rescuers' phone calls, thinking they were spam
A search and rescue unit in Colorado says a hiker spent the night in the forest after they "ignored repeated phone calls from us because they didn't recognize the number."
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A search and rescue unit in Colorado says a hiker spent the night in the forest after they "ignored repeated phone calls from us because they didn't recognize the number."
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NPR News: Why some fans say the Braves vs. Astros World Series is a matchup of good vs. evil
Why some fans say the Braves vs. Astros World Series is a matchup of good vs. evil
World Series action starts Tuesday night between the Astros and the Braves. The Astros have been in the series three of the past five years. The Braves haven't been there since 1999.
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World Series action starts Tuesday night between the Astros and the Braves. The Astros have been in the series three of the past five years. The Braves haven't been there since 1999.
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NPR News: The U.K. is welcoming tens of thousands from Hong Kong on a new path to citizenship
The U.K. is welcoming tens of thousands from Hong Kong on a new path to citizenship
Migrants from Hong Kong are looking to escape Beijing's grip for the safety of Great Britain, which ruled Hong Kong until the handover to China in 1997. The U.K. has set up a generous visa program.
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Migrants from Hong Kong are looking to escape Beijing's grip for the safety of Great Britain, which ruled Hong Kong until the handover to China in 1997. The U.K. has set up a generous visa program.
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NPR News: The U.K. is welcoming tens of thousands from Hong Kong on a new path to citizenship
The U.K. is welcoming tens of thousands from Hong Kong on a new path to citizenship
Migrants from Hong Kong are looking to escape Beijing's grip for the safety of Great Britain, which ruled Hong Kong until the handover to China in 1997. The U.K. has set up a generous visa program.
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Migrants from Hong Kong are looking to escape Beijing's grip for the safety of Great Britain, which ruled Hong Kong until the handover to China in 1997. The U.K. has set up a generous visa program.
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NPR News: The crew member who handed Baldwin a gun was fired after a mishap on set in 2019
The crew member who handed Baldwin a gun was fired after a mishap on set in 2019
The assistant director was fired from a previous job after a gun went off on a set and wounded a member of the film crew, a producer for the film told the Associated Press.
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The assistant director was fired from a previous job after a gun went off on a set and wounded a member of the film crew, a producer for the film told the Associated Press.
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NPR News: Arrested for refusing to give up bus seat in 1955, she's fighting to clear her record
Arrested for refusing to give up bus seat in 1955, she's fighting to clear her record
Months before Rosa Parks became the mother of the modern civil rights movement by refusing to move to the back of a segregated Alabama bus, Black teenager Claudette Colvin did the same.
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Months before Rosa Parks became the mother of the modern civil rights movement by refusing to move to the back of a segregated Alabama bus, Black teenager Claudette Colvin did the same.
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NPR News: Some haunted houses return after sitting out last Halloween because of the pandemic
Some haunted houses return after sitting out last Halloween because of the pandemic
Haunted houses are a staple of the Halloween season, but they are looking a little different this year due to the pandemic.
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Haunted houses are a staple of the Halloween season, but they are looking a little different this year due to the pandemic.
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NPR News: California man has eaten nearly every meal at Six Flags over the last 6 years
California man has eaten nearly every meal at Six Flags over the last 6 years
The Santa Clarita man in 2014 bought a season pass for $150 that included two meals a day, according to MEL magazine. He says with all his savings, he paid off his student loans and bought a house.
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The Santa Clarita man in 2014 bought a season pass for $150 that included two meals a day, according to MEL magazine. He says with all his savings, he paid off his student loans and bought a house.
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NPR News: Meet Skimpflation: A Reason Inflation Is Worse Than The Government Says It Is
Meet Skimpflation: A Reason Inflation Is Worse Than The Government Says It Is
The economy is malfunctioning. We're spending more and getting less. The problem is bigger than just standard inflation.
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The economy is malfunctioning. We're spending more and getting less. The problem is bigger than just standard inflation.
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NPR News: Meet Skimpflation: A Reason Inflation Is Worse Than The Government Says It Is
Meet Skimpflation: A Reason Inflation Is Worse Than The Government Says It Is
The economy is malfunctioning. We're spending more and getting less. The problem is bigger than just standard inflation.
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The economy is malfunctioning. We're spending more and getting less. The problem is bigger than just standard inflation.
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NPR News: A look at the groups supporting school board protesters nationwide
A look at the groups supporting school board protesters nationwide
Several organizations are offering toolkits, legal advice and other resources for parents with a range of grievances against their local elected school boards.
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Several organizations are offering toolkits, legal advice and other resources for parents with a range of grievances against their local elected school boards.
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NPR News: Japan's Princess Mako marries a commoner and loses her royal status
Japan's Princess Mako marries a commoner and loses her royal status
Princess Mako married her commoner fiancé Tuesday, in a wedding delayed by controversy. The pair skipped a formal ceremony, and registered the marriage at a government office.
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Princess Mako married her commoner fiancé Tuesday, in a wedding delayed by controversy. The pair skipped a formal ceremony, and registered the marriage at a government office.
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NPR News: Transportation planners wait for funds as infrastructure plan stalls in Congress
Transportation planners wait for funds as infrastructure plan stalls in Congress
President Biden's infrastructure package can't get a vote in Congress without an agreement on a broader social-spending plan. A familiar uncertainty is clouding the outlook for many planners.
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President Biden's infrastructure package can't get a vote in Congress without an agreement on a broader social-spending plan. A familiar uncertainty is clouding the outlook for many planners.
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NPR News: Japan's Princess Mako marries a commoner and loses her royal status
Japan's Princess Mako marries a commoner and loses her royal status
Princess Mako married her commoner fiancé Tuesday, in a wedding delayed by controversy. The pair skipped a formal ceremony, and registered the marriage at a government office.
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Princess Mako married her commoner fiancé Tuesday, in a wedding delayed by controversy. The pair skipped a formal ceremony, and registered the marriage at a government office.
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NPR News: Lawmakers are considering awarding Prince with a Congressional Gold Medal
Lawmakers are considering awarding Prince with a Congressional Gold Medal
Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Rep. Ilhan Omar introduced the bill calling for Prince to posthumously receive the honor. The Congressional Gold Medal has only been awarded to 163 people since 1776.
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Rep. Ilhan Omar introduced the bill calling for Prince to posthumously receive the honor. The Congressional Gold Medal has only been awarded to 163 people since 1776.
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Monday, 25 October 2021
NPR News: Hollywood stars say they are stunned by mismanaged set in fatal prop-gun shooting
Hollywood stars say they are stunned by mismanaged set in fatal prop-gun shooting
Professionals in the film industry say they're baffled by the circumstances, and production crews have quickly stepped up safety measures. The shooting on the set of the Rust killed Halyna Hutchins.
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Professionals in the film industry say they're baffled by the circumstances, and production crews have quickly stepped up safety measures. The shooting on the set of the Rust killed Halyna Hutchins.
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NPR News: Japan's Princess Mako loses royal status after marrying a commoner
Japan's Princess Mako loses royal status after marrying a commoner
Mako has taken the surname of her husband and become Mako Komuro — the first time she has had a family name. In Japan's imperial family, only male members are given household names.
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Mako has taken the surname of her husband and become Mako Komuro — the first time she has had a family name. In Japan's imperial family, only male members are given household names.
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NPR News: Japan's Princess Mako loses royal status after marrying a commoner
Japan's Princess Mako loses royal status after marrying a commoner
Mako has taken the surname of her husband and become Mako Komuro — the first time she has had a family name. In Japan's imperial family, only male members are given household names.
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Mako has taken the surname of her husband and become Mako Komuro — the first time she has had a family name. In Japan's imperial family, only male members are given household names.
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NPR News: The coup in Sudan could threaten U.S. influence in a strategically important region
The coup in Sudan could threaten U.S. influence in a strategically important region
After overthrowing dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, Sudan's joint civilian-military transitional government seemed to be stabilizing the nation. Monday's coup took American officials by surprise.
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After overthrowing dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, Sudan's joint civilian-military transitional government seemed to be stabilizing the nation. Monday's coup took American officials by surprise.
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NPR News: The coup in Sudan could threaten U.S. influence in a strategically important region
The coup in Sudan could threaten U.S. influence in a strategically important region
After overthrowing dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, Sudan's joint civilian-military transitional government seemed to be stabilizing the nation. Monday's coup took American officials by surprise.
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After overthrowing dictator Omar al-Bashir in 2019, Sudan's joint civilian-military transitional government seemed to be stabilizing the nation. Monday's coup took American officials by surprise.
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NPR News: Read Dave Chappelle's response to backlash over Netflix comedy special 'The Closer'
Read Dave Chappelle's response to backlash over Netflix comedy special 'The Closer'
In a video posted on Instagram, the comedian responds to backlash over his Netflix comedy special.
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In a video posted on Instagram, the comedian responds to backlash over his Netflix comedy special.
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NPR News: 2 people were killed, and several injured, in a shooting at a shopping mall in Idaho
2 people were killed, and several injured, in a shooting at a shopping mall in Idaho
Police said two were people killed and six injured — including a police officer — in a shooting Monday at the largest mall in Boise, Idaho. A suspect has been taken into custody.
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Police said two were people killed and six injured — including a police officer — in a shooting Monday at the largest mall in Boise, Idaho. A suspect has been taken into custody.
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NPR News: The celebrity candidates in the 2022 Philippine presidential election
The celebrity candidates in the 2022 Philippine presidential election
2022's election to succeed outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte promises to be a star-studded spectacle.
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2022's election to succeed outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte promises to be a star-studded spectacle.
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NPR News: Rains in California are helping douse wildfires, but present new problems
Rains in California are helping douse wildfires, but present new problems
Northern California is seeing record rainfall. All the water will help reduce wildfire risks and could help alleviate drought conditions, but it also means a risk for debris flows and evacuations.
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Northern California is seeing record rainfall. All the water will help reduce wildfire risks and could help alleviate drought conditions, but it also means a risk for debris flows and evacuations.
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NPR News: Puerto Rico is the most vaccinated place in the U.S.
Puerto Rico is the most vaccinated place in the U.S.
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Mónica Feliú-Mójer of Ciencia Puerto Rico on how grassroots organizing and responsible messaging helped Puerto Rico achieve the highest U.S. COVID vaccination rate.
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NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Mónica Feliú-Mójer of Ciencia Puerto Rico on how grassroots organizing and responsible messaging helped Puerto Rico achieve the highest U.S. COVID vaccination rate.
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NPR News: U.S. COVID infection rates have been dropping, but that could change
U.S. COVID infection rates have been dropping, but that could change
Many COVID-19 trendlines are headed in a positive direction in the U.S., but there are lots of unknowns about what will happen this winter as vaccinations still lag behind many other countries.
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Many COVID-19 trendlines are headed in a positive direction in the U.S., but there are lots of unknowns about what will happen this winter as vaccinations still lag behind many other countries.
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NPR News: How turmoil in Afghanistan has impacted agriculture — a vital part of its livelihood
How turmoil in Afghanistan has impacted agriculture — a vital part of its livelihood
Afghanistan is facing crisis on multiple fronts as borders are closed, farmers in the country are facing a drought and the economy is in free-fall.
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Afghanistan is facing crisis on multiple fronts as borders are closed, farmers in the country are facing a drought and the economy is in free-fall.
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NPR News: Barbados elects its 1st president in a step towards shedding its colonial past
Barbados elects its 1st president in a step towards shedding its colonial past
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Mackie Holder, consulate general of Barbados in New York, about Barbados transitioning to a republic.
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NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Mackie Holder, consulate general of Barbados in New York, about Barbados transitioning to a republic.
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NPR News: The celebrity candidates in the 2022 Philippine presidential election
The celebrity candidates in the 2022 Philippine presidential election
2022's election to succeed outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte promises to be a star-studded spectacle.
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2022's election to succeed outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte promises to be a star-studded spectacle.
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NPR News: U.K. changes its approach and offers Hong Kongers a path to citizenship
U.K. changes its approach and offers Hong Kongers a path to citizenship
Tens of thousands of people from Hong Kong have applied to live in Britain to escape Beijing's tightening authoritarian grip, and to take advantage of an open-door immigration policy by the U.K.
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Tens of thousands of people from Hong Kong have applied to live in Britain to escape Beijing's tightening authoritarian grip, and to take advantage of an open-door immigration policy by the U.K.
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NPR News: U.K. changes its approach and offers Hong Kongers a path to citizenship
U.K. changes its approach and offers Hong Kongers a path to citizenship
Tens of thousands of people from Hong Kong have applied to live in Britain to escape Beijing's tightening authoritarian grip, and to take advantage of an open-door immigration policy by the U.K.
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Tens of thousands of people from Hong Kong have applied to live in Britain to escape Beijing's tightening authoritarian grip, and to take advantage of an open-door immigration policy by the U.K.
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NPR News: Ohio reverses course after its new license plates showed the Wright Flyer backwards
Ohio reverses course after its new license plates showed the Wright Flyer backwards
Ohio had to quickly revise its design after realizing the original showed a plane pushing a banner instead of pulling it. North Carolina, where the historic flight took place, weighed in, too.
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Ohio had to quickly revise its design after realizing the original showed a plane pushing a banner instead of pulling it. North Carolina, where the historic flight took place, weighed in, too.
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NPR News: Amazon Warehouse Workers In New York To File For Union Vote
Amazon Warehouse Workers In New York To File For Union Vote
Amazon workers in New York plan to take an initial step towards forming a union. Organizers say they have collected some 2,000 signatures for a union vote from warehouse workers on Staten Island.
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Amazon workers in New York plan to take an initial step towards forming a union. Organizers say they have collected some 2,000 signatures for a union vote from warehouse workers on Staten Island.
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NPR News: Greenhouse emissions reached record levels in 2020, even with pandemic lockdowns
Greenhouse emissions reached record levels in 2020, even with pandemic lockdowns
The U.N. meteorological agency says despite a decrease in emissions due to reduced economic activity during COVID-19, CO2 and other warming gases continued to accumulate in the atmosphere.
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The U.N. meteorological agency says despite a decrease in emissions due to reduced economic activity during COVID-19, CO2 and other warming gases continued to accumulate in the atmosphere.
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NPR News: Greenhouse emissions reached record levels in 2020, even with pandemic lockdowns
Greenhouse emissions reached record levels in 2020, even with pandemic lockdowns
The U.N. meteorological agency says despite a decrease in emissions due to reduced economic activity during COVID-19, CO2 and other warming gases continued to accumulate in the atmosphere.
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The U.N. meteorological agency says despite a decrease in emissions due to reduced economic activity during COVID-19, CO2 and other warming gases continued to accumulate in the atmosphere.
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NPR News: Northern California suffers through flooding and mud flows after historic storm
Northern California suffers through flooding and mud flows after historic storm
Record rainfall and high winds have caused flooding, power outages and evacuations across California's Bay Area. This comes as the state has been grappling with a two-year drought.
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Record rainfall and high winds have caused flooding, power outages and evacuations across California's Bay Area. This comes as the state has been grappling with a two-year drought.
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NPR News: Ohio's recently unveiled license plate design has problems
Ohio's recently unveiled license plate design has problems
It reads "birthplace of aviation" with a photo of an early model plane. The problem? The plane appears to be flying backwards, and the Wright Brothers first flight was actually in Kitty Hawk, N.C.
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It reads "birthplace of aviation" with a photo of an early model plane. The problem? The plane appears to be flying backwards, and the Wright Brothers first flight was actually in Kitty Hawk, N.C.
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NPR News: How the 'Stop the Steal' movement outwitted Facebook ahead of the Jan. 6 riot
How the 'Stop the Steal' movement outwitted Facebook ahead of the Jan. 6 riot
Leaked documents from inside Facebook show the social network was caught flat-footed by the "Stop the Steal" movement, which culminated in the Jan. 6 siege on the U.S. Capitol.
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Leaked documents from inside Facebook show the social network was caught flat-footed by the "Stop the Steal" movement, which culminated in the Jan. 6 siege on the U.S. Capitol.
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NPR News: News brief: Sudan coup reports, COVID vaccines for kids, Charlottesville rally
News brief: Sudan coup reports, COVID vaccines for kids, Charlottesville rally
Sudan's prime minister is detained in an apparent coup. FDA advisers review vaccine data for children ages 5 to 11. Some organizers of the deadly rally in Charlottesville, Va., are going on trial.
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Sudan's prime minister is detained in an apparent coup. FDA advisers review vaccine data for children ages 5 to 11. Some organizers of the deadly rally in Charlottesville, Va., are going on trial.
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NPR News: The COP26 summit to fight climate change is about to start. Here's what to expect
The COP26 summit to fight climate change is about to start. Here's what to expect
A major climate meeting is about to get underway in Glasgow, Scotland. It's a pivotal moment in the struggle against climate change. But it's taking place in the midst of political tensions.
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A major climate meeting is about to get underway in Glasgow, Scotland. It's a pivotal moment in the struggle against climate change. But it's taking place in the midst of political tensions.
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NPR News: Hate on trial in Virginia, four years after deadly extremist rally
Hate on trial in Virginia, four years after deadly extremist rally
A violent march in Charlottesville by far-right extremists in 2017 showed how well organized the far-right had become. A trial targeting those associated with the march is seen as a bellwether case.
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A violent march in Charlottesville by far-right extremists in 2017 showed how well organized the far-right had become. A trial targeting those associated with the march is seen as a bellwether case.
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NPR News: The COP26 summit to fight climate change is about to start. Here's what to expect
The COP26 summit to fight climate change is about to start. Here's what to expect
A major climate meeting is about to get underway in Glasgow, Scotland. It's a pivotal moment in the struggle against climate change. But it's taking place in the midst of political tensions.
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A major climate meeting is about to get underway in Glasgow, Scotland. It's a pivotal moment in the struggle against climate change. But it's taking place in the midst of political tensions.
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NPR News: Sudan's prime minister and other Sudanese officials are detained in an apparent coup
Sudan's prime minister and other Sudanese officials are detained in an apparent coup
The whereabouts of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok were not immediately known, according to Sudan's information ministry. At the same time, the internet in the country has been cut off.
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The whereabouts of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok were not immediately known, according to Sudan's information ministry. At the same time, the internet in the country has been cut off.
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NPR News: Sudan's prime minister and other Sudanese officials are detained in an apparent coup
Sudan's prime minister and other Sudanese officials are detained in an apparent coup
The whereabouts of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok were not immediately known, according to Sudan's information ministry. At the same time, the internet in the country has been cut off.
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The whereabouts of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok were not immediately known, according to Sudan's information ministry. At the same time, the internet in the country has been cut off.
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Sunday, 24 October 2021
NPR News: James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on 'Friends,' dies at 59
James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on 'Friends,' dies at 59
Tyler was the most frequently recurring guest star over the 10-year run of Friends, playing the shy barista Gunther.
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Tyler was the most frequently recurring guest star over the 10-year run of Friends, playing the shy barista Gunther.
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NPR News: Powerful storm brings heavy rain, flooding and mud flows to Northern California
Powerful storm brings heavy rain, flooding and mud flows to Northern California
Flooding was reported across the San Francisco Bay Area while the National Weather Service's Sacramento office warned of "potentially historic rain."
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Flooding was reported across the San Francisco Bay Area while the National Weather Service's Sacramento office warned of "potentially historic rain."
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NPR News: Jay Black, lead singer of pop group The Americans, dies at 82
Jay Black, lead singer of pop group The Americans, dies at 82
The singer of Jay and the Americans was known as the voice in 1960s hits including "This Magic Moment" and "Come a Little Bit Closer."
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The singer of Jay and the Americans was known as the voice in 1960s hits including "This Magic Moment" and "Come a Little Bit Closer."
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NPR News: The fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins is prompting calls to ban real guns from sets
The fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins is prompting calls to ban real guns from sets
It isn't the first gun death on a set, but Hutchins' shooting has refocused attention on the safe use of firearms by the entertainment world and raised the question of whether they should be banned.
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It isn't the first gun death on a set, but Hutchins' shooting has refocused attention on the safe use of firearms by the entertainment world and raised the question of whether they should be banned.
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NPR News: An Indiana town is wooing new residents with on-demand grandparents
An Indiana town is wooing new residents with on-demand grandparents
The small city of Greensburg, Indiana, wants to grow, and is offering incentives for people to move in: Cash, a YMCA membership, and oh yeah — grandparents on-demand.
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The small city of Greensburg, Indiana, wants to grow, and is offering incentives for people to move in: Cash, a YMCA membership, and oh yeah — grandparents on-demand.
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NPR News: Ahmaud Arbery muralist turns to Brunswick history
Ahmaud Arbery muralist turns to Brunswick history
Marvin Weeks memorialized Ahmaud Arbery in a mural after he was killed while jogging in 2020. His latest work delves into Brunswick, Georgia's history with a focus on race relations.
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Marvin Weeks memorialized Ahmaud Arbery in a mural after he was killed while jogging in 2020. His latest work delves into Brunswick, Georgia's history with a focus on race relations.
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NPR News: Colombia has captured one of the world's most wanted drug lords, Dairo Antonio Úsuga
Colombia has captured one of the world's most wanted drug lords, Dairo Antonio Úsuga
Dairo Antonio Úsuga, better known by his alias Otoniel, is the alleged head of the much-feared Gulf Clan. President Iván Duque likened his arrest to the capture three decades ago of Pablo Escobar.
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Dairo Antonio Úsuga, better known by his alias Otoniel, is the alleged head of the much-feared Gulf Clan. President Iván Duque likened his arrest to the capture three decades ago of Pablo Escobar.
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NPR News: Colombia has captured one of the world's most wanted drug lords, Dairo Antonio Úsuga
Colombia has captured one of the world's most wanted drug lords, Dairo Antonio Úsuga
Dairo Antonio Úsuga, better known by his alias Otoniel, is the alleged head of the much-feared Gulf Clan. President Iván Duque likened his arrest to the capture three decades ago of Pablo Escobar.
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Dairo Antonio Úsuga, better known by his alias Otoniel, is the alleged head of the much-feared Gulf Clan. President Iván Duque likened his arrest to the capture three decades ago of Pablo Escobar.
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NPR News: China is removing domes from mosques as part of a push to make them more 'Chinese'
China is removing domes from mosques as part of a push to make them more 'Chinese'
China is removing domes and minarets from thousands of mosques. Authorities are taking down overtly Islamic architecture as part of a "sinicization" push to make them seem more traditionally Chinese.
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China is removing domes and minarets from thousands of mosques. Authorities are taking down overtly Islamic architecture as part of a "sinicization" push to make them seem more traditionally Chinese.
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NPR News: China is removing domes from mosques as part of a push to make them more 'Chinese'
China is removing domes from mosques as part of a push to make them more 'Chinese'
China is removing domes and minarets from thousands of mosques. Authorities are taking down overtly Islamic architecture as part of a "sinicization" push to make them seem more traditionally Chinese.
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China is removing domes and minarets from thousands of mosques. Authorities are taking down overtly Islamic architecture as part of a "sinicization" push to make them seem more traditionally Chinese.
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Saturday, 23 October 2021
NPR News: Film crew voiced complaints before fatal on-set shooting
Film crew voiced complaints before fatal on-set shooting
An assistant director unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin a loaded weapon and told him it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, unsealed court documents show.
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An assistant director unwittingly handed Alec Baldwin a loaded weapon and told him it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, unsealed court documents show.
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NPR News: Small island nations threatened by climate change seek voice in U.N. negotiations
Small island nations threatened by climate change seek voice in U.N. negotiations
NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with ambassador Janine Felson, top climate negotiator from Belize, about the unique challenges facing small island nations ahead of the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow.
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NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with ambassador Janine Felson, top climate negotiator from Belize, about the unique challenges facing small island nations ahead of the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow.
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NPR News: African farmer grows rice paddies in N.Y.'s Hudson Valley
African farmer grows rice paddies in N.Y.'s Hudson Valley
Rice farming is rare in the Northeast U.S. But one Gambian-born farmer is trying to make a go of it in New York's Hudson Valley.
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Rice farming is rare in the Northeast U.S. But one Gambian-born farmer is trying to make a go of it in New York's Hudson Valley.
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NPR News: Small island nations threatened by climate change seek voice in U.N. negotiations
Small island nations threatened by climate change seek voice in U.N. negotiations
NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with ambassador Janine Felson, top climate negotiator from Belize, about the unique challenges facing small island nations ahead of the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow.
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NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with ambassador Janine Felson, top climate negotiator from Belize, about the unique challenges facing small island nations ahead of the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow.
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NPR News: Israel designates 6 Palestinian human right groups as terrorist organizations
Israel designates 6 Palestinian human right groups as terrorist organizations
Two of the groups said they would not be forced underground despite the uncertainty of their new status, which would allow Israel to raid the groups' offices and criminalize funding.
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Two of the groups said they would not be forced underground despite the uncertainty of their new status, which would allow Israel to raid the groups' offices and criminalize funding.
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NPR News: Israel designates 6 Palestinian human right groups as terrorist organizations
Israel designates 6 Palestinian human right groups as terrorist organizations
Two of the groups said they would not be forced underground despite the uncertainty of their new status, which would allow Israel to raid the groups' offices and criminalize funding.
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Two of the groups said they would not be forced underground despite the uncertainty of their new status, which would allow Israel to raid the groups' offices and criminalize funding.
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NPR News: Turkey's Erdogan orders the removal of 10 ambassadors, including U.S. envoy
Turkey's Erdogan orders the removal of 10 ambassadors, including U.S. envoy
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he had ordered 10 foreign ambassadors who called for the release of a jailed philanthropist to be declared persona non grata.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he had ordered 10 foreign ambassadors who called for the release of a jailed philanthropist to be declared persona non grata.
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NPR News: 11 days after a Moroccan man died, a Texan is arrested on a murder warrant
11 days after a Moroccan man died, a Texan is arrested on a murder warrant
Sheriff's deputies arrested Terry Turner on a warrant accusing him of murdering Adil Dghoughi outside of Turner's house in Martindale, Texas. Turner spent less than two hours in custody.
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Sheriff's deputies arrested Terry Turner on a warrant accusing him of murdering Adil Dghoughi outside of Turner's house in Martindale, Texas. Turner spent less than two hours in custody.
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NPR News: Turkey's Erdogan orders the removal of 10 ambassadors, including U.S. envoy
Turkey's Erdogan orders the removal of 10 ambassadors, including U.S. envoy
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he had ordered 10 foreign ambassadors who called for the release of a jailed philanthropist to be declared persona non grata.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he had ordered 10 foreign ambassadors who called for the release of a jailed philanthropist to be declared persona non grata.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia pledges net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060
Saudi Arabia pledges net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060
Although the kingdom will aim to reduce emissions within its own borders, there is no indication it will slow down investments in oil and gas or move away from the production of fossil fuels.
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Although the kingdom will aim to reduce emissions within its own borders, there is no indication it will slow down investments in oil and gas or move away from the production of fossil fuels.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia pledges net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060
Saudi Arabia pledges net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060
Although the kingdom will aim to reduce emissions within its own borders, there is no indication it will slow down investments in oil and gas or move away from the production of fossil fuels.
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Although the kingdom will aim to reduce emissions within its own borders, there is no indication it will slow down investments in oil and gas or move away from the production of fossil fuels.
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NPR News: Despite higher covid risk, most pregnant Americans remain unvaccinated
Despite higher covid risk, most pregnant Americans remain unvaccinated
Only two-thirds of pregnant Americans are vaccinated for covid, despite being at far higher risk for complications and death
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Only two-thirds of pregnant Americans are vaccinated for covid, despite being at far higher risk for complications and death
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NPR News: Border Patrol apprehensions hit a record high. But that's only part of the story
Border Patrol apprehensions hit a record high. But that's only part of the story
The Border Patrol recorded nearly 1.7 million apprehensions last year, eclipsing the record set in 2000. Still, the number of migrants crossing illegally is likely far below the all-time high.
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The Border Patrol recorded nearly 1.7 million apprehensions last year, eclipsing the record set in 2000. Still, the number of migrants crossing illegally is likely far below the all-time high.
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NPR News: Inside the jaw-clenching world of cricket fighting in China
Inside the jaw-clenching world of cricket fighting in China
It's cricket fighting season in China, so NPR went ringside to learn about the centuries-old sport. Turns out, the bugs are really high maintenance, big money's involved and big mandibles matter.
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It's cricket fighting season in China, so NPR went ringside to learn about the centuries-old sport. Turns out, the bugs are really high maintenance, big money's involved and big mandibles matter.
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NPR News: Again and again. Women's pro soccer players just the latest to deal with abuse
Again and again. Women's pro soccer players just the latest to deal with abuse
The NWSL is reeling from a scandal involving multiple coaches and alleged abusive behavior toward players, and it's refocused attention on a familiar problem: female athletes experiencing abuse.
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The NWSL is reeling from a scandal involving multiple coaches and alleged abusive behavior toward players, and it's refocused attention on a familiar problem: female athletes experiencing abuse.
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NPR News: Inside the jaw-clenching world of cricket fighting in China
Inside the jaw-clenching world of cricket fighting in China
It's cricket fighting season in China, so NPR went ringside to learn about the centuries-old sport. Turns out, the bugs are really high maintenance, big money's involved and big mandibles matter.
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It's cricket fighting season in China, so NPR went ringside to learn about the centuries-old sport. Turns out, the bugs are really high maintenance, big money's involved and big mandibles matter.
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NPR News: With safety in mind, schools are getting their bands back together
With safety in mind, schools are getting their bands back together
With students back at school this fall, classes sound almost normal — they just look a little different.
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With students back at school this fall, classes sound almost normal — they just look a little different.
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Friday, 22 October 2021
NPR News: Lyft report cites higher numbers of sexual assaults
Lyft report cites higher numbers of sexual assaults
The ride-hailing company says it received an increasing number of reports of sexual assault in recent years, including more than 1,800 in 2019. Uber put out a similar report nearly 2 years ago.
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The ride-hailing company says it received an increasing number of reports of sexual assault in recent years, including more than 1,800 in 2019. Uber put out a similar report nearly 2 years ago.
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NPR News: This city will rely on bottled water for weeks because of high lead levels
This city will rely on bottled water for weeks because of high lead levels
Benton Harbor, Mich., residents will be urged to use free bottled water for drinking and cooking until a federal study confirms that filters can work effectively with the city's tap water.
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Benton Harbor, Mich., residents will be urged to use free bottled water for drinking and cooking until a federal study confirms that filters can work effectively with the city's tap water.
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NPR News: Students at Howard University are protesting poor housing conditions on campus
Students at Howard University are protesting poor housing conditions on campus
Students began protesting outside the university center nearly two weeks ago, citing moldy dorm rooms and other problems. They say they won't leave until their demands are met.
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Students began protesting outside the university center nearly two weeks ago, citing moldy dorm rooms and other problems. They say they won't leave until their demands are met.
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NPR News: Baldwin didn't know weapon on movie set contained a live round, search warrant says
Baldwin didn't know weapon on movie set contained a live round, search warrant says
Alec Baldwin was handed a loaded weapon by an assistant director who indicated it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, court records show.
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Alec Baldwin was handed a loaded weapon by an assistant director who indicated it was safe to use in the moments before the actor fatally shot a cinematographer, court records show.
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NPR News: Lyft's first safety report shows over 4,000 reports of sexual assault
Lyft's first safety report shows over 4,000 reports of sexual assault
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rachel Abrams, a lawyer representing victims of sexual assault in lawsuits against rideshare company Lyft, which had over 4,000 reports of sexual assault in two years.
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NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rachel Abrams, a lawyer representing victims of sexual assault in lawsuits against rideshare company Lyft, which had over 4,000 reports of sexual assault in two years.
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NPR News: Mother of Parkland shooting victim Joaquin Oliver reflects on gunman's guilty plea
Mother of Parkland shooting victim Joaquin Oliver reflects on gunman's guilty plea
NPR's Sarah McCammon talks with Patricia Oliver, whose son Joaquin was among the 17 victims of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., about the gunman's guilty plea.
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NPR's Sarah McCammon talks with Patricia Oliver, whose son Joaquin was among the 17 victims of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., about the gunman's guilty plea.
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NPR News: Tracking bank account information could help curb tax evasion, but there's pushback
Tracking bank account information could help curb tax evasion, but there's pushback
The Biden administration hopes to help fund its agenda by cracking down on tax evasion, spotting cheats using account information from banks. It's drawing opposition from GOP lawmakers and banks.
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The Biden administration hopes to help fund its agenda by cracking down on tax evasion, spotting cheats using account information from banks. It's drawing opposition from GOP lawmakers and banks.
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NPR News: Pfizer says its COVID-19 is over 90% effective in kids ages 5-11
Pfizer says its COVID-19 is over 90% effective in kids ages 5-11
Pfizer-BioNTech says their COVID-19 vaccine is 90% effective in kids ages 5 to 11. The Food and Drug Administration is likely to decide on emergency authorization as soon as the last week of October.
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Pfizer-BioNTech says their COVID-19 vaccine is 90% effective in kids ages 5 to 11. The Food and Drug Administration is likely to decide on emergency authorization as soon as the last week of October.
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NPR News: Poachers killed African elephants for their tusks. So elephants stopped growing them
Poachers killed African elephants for their tusks. So elephants stopped growing them
During the Mozambican civil war, both sides financed their efforts by poaching elephants for ivory. Now, scientists say that drove some elephants to evolve tusklessness.
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During the Mozambican civil war, both sides financed their efforts by poaching elephants for ivory. Now, scientists say that drove some elephants to evolve tusklessness.
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NPR News: Barbados elects a woman as its first president as it moves toward becoming a republic
Barbados elects a woman as its first president as it moves toward becoming a republic
Dame Sandra Mason previously served as governor general. Barbados hopes to become a republic before the 55th anniversary of its independence from Britain in November.
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Dame Sandra Mason previously served as governor general. Barbados hopes to become a republic before the 55th anniversary of its independence from Britain in November.
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NPR News: Barbados elects a woman as its first president as it moves toward becoming a republic
Barbados elects a woman as its first president as it moves toward becoming a republic
Dame Sandra Mason previously served as governor general. Barbados hopes to become a republic before the 55th anniversary of its independence from Britain in November.
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Dame Sandra Mason previously served as governor general. Barbados hopes to become a republic before the 55th anniversary of its independence from Britain in November.
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NPR News: Prosecutor disputes reports that train passengers recorded rape without calling cops
Prosecutor disputes reports that train passengers recorded rape without calling cops
The narrative that passengers on a SEPTA train in suburban Philadelphia watched a man rape a woman and filmed it instead of calling the police is false, the prosecutor handling the case has said.
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The narrative that passengers on a SEPTA train in suburban Philadelphia watched a man rape a woman and filmed it instead of calling the police is false, the prosecutor handling the case has said.
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NPR News: Haiti gang leader threatens to kill the 17 kidnapped missionaries
Haiti gang leader threatens to kill the 17 kidnapped missionaries
The gang leader that police say is holding the kidnapped missionaries said in a video that he will kill the group if his demands aren't met. Authorities have said he wants $1 million per person.
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The gang leader that police say is holding the kidnapped missionaries said in a video that he will kill the group if his demands aren't met. Authorities have said he wants $1 million per person.
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NPR News: Haiti gang leader threatens to kill the 17 kidnapped missionaries
Haiti gang leader threatens to kill the 17 kidnapped missionaries
The gang leader that police say is holding the kidnapped missionaries said in a video that he will kill the group if his demands aren't met. Authorities have said he wants $1 million per person.
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The gang leader that police say is holding the kidnapped missionaries said in a video that he will kill the group if his demands aren't met. Authorities have said he wants $1 million per person.
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NPR News: On-set deaths from prop guns are rare — but not unheard of
On-set deaths from prop guns are rare — but not unheard of
The death of director of photography Halyna Hutchins on a film set in Santa Fe, N.M., is a reminder that prop weapons can pose a serious risk. But Hollywood history includes only a few such incidents.
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The death of director of photography Halyna Hutchins on a film set in Santa Fe, N.M., is a reminder that prop weapons can pose a serious risk. But Hollywood history includes only a few such incidents.
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NPR News: Elephants have evolved to be tuskless because of ivory poaching, a study finds
Elephants have evolved to be tuskless because of ivory poaching, a study finds
Researchers have pinpointed how years of civil war and poaching in Mozambique have led to a greater proportion of elephants that will never develop tusks.
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Researchers have pinpointed how years of civil war and poaching in Mozambique have led to a greater proportion of elephants that will never develop tusks.
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NPR News: Elephants have evolved to be tuskless because of ivory poaching, a study finds
Elephants have evolved to be tuskless because of ivory poaching, a study finds
Researchers have pinpointed how years of civil war and poaching in Mozambique have led to a greater proportion of elephants that will never develop tusks.
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Researchers have pinpointed how years of civil war and poaching in Mozambique have led to a greater proportion of elephants that will never develop tusks.
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NPR News: Alec Baldwin fires prop gun on movie set killing a film crew member
Alec Baldwin fires prop gun on movie set killing a film crew member
Baldwin discharged a prop firearm on the set of Rust near Sante Fe, killing the film's director of photography and injuring the director, according to the sheriff's office of Santa Fe County, N.M.
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Baldwin discharged a prop firearm on the set of Rust near Sante Fe, killing the film's director of photography and injuring the director, according to the sheriff's office of Santa Fe County, N.M.
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NPR News: U.S. coal production is up sharply after hitting a 50-year low last year
U.S. coal production is up sharply after hitting a 50-year low last year
As the Biden administration prepares to negotiate reductions in fossil fuel use at the Glasgow climate summit at the end of the month, U.S. coal production is actually up significantly this year.
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As the Biden administration prepares to negotiate reductions in fossil fuel use at the Glasgow climate summit at the end of the month, U.S. coal production is actually up significantly this year.
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NPR News: Hundreds of kids and their families are riding a bicycle bus to school in Barcelona
Hundreds of kids and their families are riding a bicycle bus to school in Barcelona
The bicibus, or bike bus, started with five families and has grown to an event that happens every Friday. It's an effort to promote bike safety and encourage environmentally friendly transportation.
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The bicibus, or bike bus, started with five families and has grown to an event that happens every Friday. It's an effort to promote bike safety and encourage environmentally friendly transportation.
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NPR News: They refused to pay rent and stole the fridge. Landlords deal with pandemic squatters
They refused to pay rent and stole the fridge. Landlords deal with pandemic squatters
Some landlords got hurt by squatters who took advantage of eviction bans during the pandemic. Now they can't get any help from a massive $47 billion federal rental assistance program.
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Some landlords got hurt by squatters who took advantage of eviction bans during the pandemic. Now they can't get any help from a massive $47 billion federal rental assistance program.
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NPR News: While COVID still rages, anti-vaccine activists will gather for a big conference
While COVID still rages, anti-vaccine activists will gather for a big conference
Among the attendees are people who also spread misinformation about 2020 presidential election and other conspiracy theories.
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Among the attendees are people who also spread misinformation about 2020 presidential election and other conspiracy theories.
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NPR News: Hundreds of kids and their families are riding a bicycle bus to school in Barcelona
Hundreds of kids and their families are riding a bicycle bus to school in Barcelona
The bicibus, or bike bus, started with five families and has grown to an event that happens every Friday. It's an effort to promote bike safety and encourage environmentally friendly transportation.
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The bicibus, or bike bus, started with five families and has grown to an event that happens every Friday. It's an effort to promote bike safety and encourage environmentally friendly transportation.
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Thursday, 21 October 2021
NPR News: A woman was fatally shot by a prop firearm on an Alec Baldwin movie set
A woman was fatally shot by a prop firearm on an Alec Baldwin movie set
Authorities didn't identify the woman or a man who was injured, both reportedly crew members not actors. Production has been halted on the Western movie Rust.
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Authorities didn't identify the woman or a man who was injured, both reportedly crew members not actors. Production has been halted on the Western movie Rust.
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NPR News: A woman was fatally shot by a prop firearm on a New Mexico movie set
A woman was fatally shot by a prop firearm on a New Mexico movie set
Authorities didn't identify the woman or a man who was injured by the prop, or say if they were actors or crew members. Production has been halted on the Western movie Rust.
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Authorities didn't identify the woman or a man who was injured by the prop, or say if they were actors or crew members. Production has been halted on the Western movie Rust.
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NPR News: An endangered Sumatran orangutan at the New Orleans zoo is expecting twins
An endangered Sumatran orangutan at the New Orleans zoo is expecting twins
The births will be the first for Menari, zoo officials say. She is expected to give deliver the twins sometime this winter.
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The births will be the first for Menari, zoo officials say. She is expected to give deliver the twins sometime this winter.
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NPR News: Heat stress likely caused the deaths of a California family while they were hiking
Heat stress likely caused the deaths of a California family while they were hiking
The case of the family found dead on a hiking trail in August had perplexed investigators and the public. On Thursday, Sheriff-Coroner Jeremy Briese confirmed the cause of death.
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The case of the family found dead on a hiking trail in August had perplexed investigators and the public. On Thursday, Sheriff-Coroner Jeremy Briese confirmed the cause of death.
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NPR News: Strong storms are heading toward drought-parched California
Strong storms are heading toward drought-parched California
Expected heavy rainfall could ease wildfire threats in some regions, but could also cause mudslides in areas cleared by wildfire.
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Expected heavy rainfall could ease wildfire threats in some regions, but could also cause mudslides in areas cleared by wildfire.
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NPR News: A mysterious 'A Team' just rescued dogs from a volcano's lava zone in La Palma
A mysterious 'A Team' just rescued dogs from a volcano's lava zone in La Palma
A group describing itself as "anonymous animalists" seems to have entered a dangerous area and rescued the dogs, leaving a banner signed by the fictional commando group.
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A group describing itself as "anonymous animalists" seems to have entered a dangerous area and rescued the dogs, leaving a banner signed by the fictional commando group.
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NPR News: Movie theater chain AMC is adding open captions at hundreds of U.S. locations
Movie theater chain AMC is adding open captions at hundreds of U.S. locations
The world's largest movie theater chain is adding onscreen captioning to 240 locations across the U.S., in an effort to make moviegoing more accessible.
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The world's largest movie theater chain is adding onscreen captioning to 240 locations across the U.S., in an effort to make moviegoing more accessible.
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NPR News: Ex-Minneapolis police officer sentenced to 57 months in the killing of a 911 caller
Ex-Minneapolis police officer sentenced to 57 months in the killing of a 911 caller
Mohamed Noor, who fatally shot an unarmed woman after she called 911 to report a possible rape behind her home, was sentenced on a lesser charge after his murder conviction was overturned.
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Mohamed Noor, who fatally shot an unarmed woman after she called 911 to report a possible rape behind her home, was sentenced on a lesser charge after his murder conviction was overturned.
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NPR News: A man whose restaurant was raided by Sheriff Joe Arpaio in Arizona gets $5 million
A man whose restaurant was raided by Sheriff Joe Arpaio in Arizona gets $5 million
Maricopa County has settled with Bret Frimmel, who claimed that the-then sheriff's office defamed him and violated his rights as it investigated if some of his workers used fraudulent IDs to get jobs.
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Maricopa County has settled with Bret Frimmel, who claimed that the-then sheriff's office defamed him and violated his rights as it investigated if some of his workers used fraudulent IDs to get jobs.
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NPR News: Texas nurse convicted of killing 4 men with air injections
Texas nurse convicted of killing 4 men with air injections
The jury deliberated for about an hour before finding William George Davis guilty of capital murder. Davis was accused of injecting air into four patients' arteries after they underwent heart surgery.
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The jury deliberated for about an hour before finding William George Davis guilty of capital murder. Davis was accused of injecting air into four patients' arteries after they underwent heart surgery.
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NPR News: U.K. police have charged a 25-year-old man with lawmaker David Amess' murder
U.K. police have charged a 25-year-old man with lawmaker David Amess' murder
Authorities say a 25-year-old British man of Somali heritage, Ali Harbi Ali, has been charged with murder and preparing acts of terrorism in the death of the Conservative lawmaker last week.
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Authorities say a 25-year-old British man of Somali heritage, Ali Harbi Ali, has been charged with murder and preparing acts of terrorism in the death of the Conservative lawmaker last week.
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NPR News: U.K. police have charged a 25-year-old man with lawmaker David Amess' murder
U.K. police have charged a 25-year-old man with lawmaker David Amess' murder
Authorities say a 25-year-old British man of Somali heritage, Ali Harbi Ali, has been charged with murder and preparing acts of terrorism in the death of the Conservative lawmaker last week.
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Authorities say a 25-year-old British man of Somali heritage, Ali Harbi Ali, has been charged with murder and preparing acts of terrorism in the death of the Conservative lawmaker last week.
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NPR News: President Biden traveled to Pennsylvania to tout his domestic agenda
President Biden traveled to Pennsylvania to tout his domestic agenda
President Biden visited his hometown of Scranton, Pa., to promote the size and scope of his legislative agenda — saying his policies would create good paying jobs.
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President Biden visited his hometown of Scranton, Pa., to promote the size and scope of his legislative agenda — saying his policies would create good paying jobs.
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NPR News: Up for debate: How to protect W.Va. from climate change without hurting its economy
Up for debate: How to protect W.Va. from climate change without hurting its economy
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Angie Rosser of the West Virginia Rivers Coalition about Sen. Joe Manchin's opposition to a climate bill that experts say would significantly reduce emissions.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Angie Rosser of the West Virginia Rivers Coalition about Sen. Joe Manchin's opposition to a climate bill that experts say would significantly reduce emissions.
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NPR News: Doctors prepare to vaccinate kids once they're given the official OK
Doctors prepare to vaccinate kids once they're given the official OK
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Dr. Elizabeth Hawse, a pediatrician in Lexington, Ky., about how her office is preparing to administer COVID-19 vaccines to kids.
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NPR's Scott Detrow speaks to Dr. Elizabeth Hawse, a pediatrician in Lexington, Ky., about how her office is preparing to administer COVID-19 vaccines to kids.
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NPR News: South Korea tests 1st domestically made rocket as it pursues satellite launch program
South Korea tests 1st domestically made rocket as it pursues satellite launch program
After relying on other countries to launch its satellites since the early 1990s, South Korea is now trying to become the 10th nation to send a satellite into space with its own technology.
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After relying on other countries to launch its satellites since the early 1990s, South Korea is now trying to become the 10th nation to send a satellite into space with its own technology.
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NPR News: South Korea tests 1st domestically made rocket as it pursues satellite launch program
South Korea tests 1st domestically made rocket as it pursues satellite launch program
After relying on other countries to launch its satellites since the early 1990s, South Korea is now trying to become the 10th nation to send a satellite into space with its own technology.
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After relying on other countries to launch its satellites since the early 1990s, South Korea is now trying to become the 10th nation to send a satellite into space with its own technology.
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NPR News: Long before Havana Syndrome, U.S. reported microwaves beamed at an embassy
Long before Havana Syndrome, U.S. reported microwaves beamed at an embassy
In the 1970s and 80s, U.S. officials routinely referred to the Soviet use of microwave radiation against the American Embassy in Moscow. The Soviets were believed to be seeking intelligence.
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In the 1970s and 80s, U.S. officials routinely referred to the Soviet use of microwave radiation against the American Embassy in Moscow. The Soviets were believed to be seeking intelligence.
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NPR News: Up for debate: How to protect W.Va. from climate change with hurting its economy
Up for debate: How to protect W.Va. from climate change with hurting its economy
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Angie Rosser of the West Virginia Rivers Coalition about Sen. Joe Manchin's opposition to a climate bill that experts say would significantly reduce emissions.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Angie Rosser of the West Virginia Rivers Coalition about Sen. Joe Manchin's opposition to a climate bill that experts say would significantly reduce emissions.
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NPR News: First responders in New York City have until Nov. 1 to get vaccinated
First responders in New York City have until Nov. 1 to get vaccinated
City officials say first responders have 10 days to get vaccinated or they'll be suspended without pay. Some union leaders have promised to fight the mandate.
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City officials say first responders have 10 days to get vaccinated or they'll be suspended without pay. Some union leaders have promised to fight the mandate.
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NPR News: Facebook's CEO is added to a Washington, D.C., privacy lawsuit
Facebook's CEO is added to a Washington, D.C., privacy lawsuit
NPR's Scott Detrow talks to Washington, D.C., Attorney General Karl Racine, who has added Facebook COE Mark Zuckerberg to a consumer protection lawsuit that was originally filed in 2018.
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NPR's Scott Detrow talks to Washington, D.C., Attorney General Karl Racine, who has added Facebook COE Mark Zuckerberg to a consumer protection lawsuit that was originally filed in 2018.
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NPR News: Louisiana Man, in prison on a Jim crow conviction, gets a new hearing
Louisiana Man, in prison on a Jim crow conviction, gets a new hearing
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to reporter Natasha Del Toro about her Al Jazeera documentary exploring the case of Brandon Jackson, who was was sentenced to life in prison on a non-unanimous verdict.
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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to reporter Natasha Del Toro about her Al Jazeera documentary exploring the case of Brandon Jackson, who was was sentenced to life in prison on a non-unanimous verdict.
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NPR News: Long before Havana Syndrome, U.S. reported microwaves beamed at an embassy
Long before Havana Syndrome, U.S. reported microwaves beamed at an embassy
In the 1970s and 80s, U.S. officials routinely referred to the Soviet use of microwave radiation against the American Embassy in Moscow. The Soviets were believed to be seeking intelligence.
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In the 1970s and 80s, U.S. officials routinely referred to the Soviet use of microwave radiation against the American Embassy in Moscow. The Soviets were believed to be seeking intelligence.
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NPR News: India crosses the milestone of 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations
India crosses the milestone of 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations
About 75% of India's total eligible adult population have received at least one dose, while around 30% are fully immunized. China was the first country to exceed a billion cumulative doses.
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About 75% of India's total eligible adult population have received at least one dose, while around 30% are fully immunized. China was the first country to exceed a billion cumulative doses.
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NPR News: India crosses the milestone of 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations
India crosses the milestone of 1 billion COVID-19 vaccinations
About 75% of India's total eligible adult population have received at least one dose, while around 30% are fully immunized. China was the first country to exceed a billion cumulative doses.
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About 75% of India's total eligible adult population have received at least one dose, while around 30% are fully immunized. China was the first country to exceed a billion cumulative doses.
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Wednesday, 20 October 2021
NPR News: CDC says toss onions if you don't know where they came from to avoid salmonella
CDC says toss onions if you don't know where they came from to avoid salmonella
A salmonella poisoning outbreak has affected more than 30 states. Federal health officials link it to onions grown in Chihuahua, Mexico, distributed by ProSource Inc.
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A salmonella poisoning outbreak has affected more than 30 states. Federal health officials link it to onions grown in Chihuahua, Mexico, distributed by ProSource Inc.
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NPR News: Parents of a 6-year-old girl killed at a theme park file a wrongful death lawsuit
Parents of a 6-year-old girl killed at a theme park file a wrongful death lawsuit
The lawsuit says there were at least two prior incidents at Glenwood Caverns in Colorado where the ride operators failed to properly secure passengers on the Haunted Mine Drop ride.
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The lawsuit says there were at least two prior incidents at Glenwood Caverns in Colorado where the ride operators failed to properly secure passengers on the Haunted Mine Drop ride.
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NPR News: Europe is giving its top human rights prize to Vladimir Putin's most prominent critic
Europe is giving its top human rights prize to Vladimir Putin's most prominent critic
In a clear slap at the Russian leader, the European Union on Wednesday said it was awarding the Sakharov Prize to jailed dissident and Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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In a clear slap at the Russian leader, the European Union on Wednesday said it was awarding the Sakharov Prize to jailed dissident and Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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NPR News: Queen Elizabeth has canceled a trip to Northern Ireland on the advice of her doctors
Queen Elizabeth has canceled a trip to Northern Ireland on the advice of her doctors
Buckingham Palace didn't offer specifics on the decision, but says the 95-year-old monarch is "in good spirits.'' The decision to cancel the trip was understood to not be COVID-19 related.
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Buckingham Palace didn't offer specifics on the decision, but says the 95-year-old monarch is "in good spirits.'' The decision to cancel the trip was understood to not be COVID-19 related.
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