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Zelenskyy reaches out to the U.S. for more aid to help end Russia's invasion
22 September 2023
Zelenskyy reaches out to the U.S. for more aid to help end Russia's invasion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells NPR's Steve Inskeep that additional foreign aid is necessary to beat back Russia's ambitions to expand across Europe.
California's lawsuit says oil giants downplayed climate change. Here's what to know
16 September 2023
California's lawsuit says oil giants downplayed climate change. Here's what to know
California accuses oil companies of misleading the public on the dangers of fossil fuels for decades. The state demands they help fund recovery efforts after climate change-fueled disasters.
Who is Ruby Franke? What to know about the mommy vlogger accused of child abuse
01 September 2023
Who is Ruby Franke? What to know about the mommy vlogger accused of child abuse
For years, the Utah YouTube star sparked criticism for her parenting tactics. She was arrested this week after her malnourished son escaped out a window and ran to a nearby home, police said.
Affirmative action divided Asian Americans and other people of color. Here's how
02 July 2023
Affirmative action divided Asian Americans and other people of color. Here's how
Myths about affirmative action being discriminatory against Asian Americans helped spread a narrative that college admissions meant to increase diversity were actually racist.
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
10 March 2021
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
The $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package is set to pass the House today on its way to President Biden's desk. Texas' statewide mask restrictions lift today. And, President Biden is reportedly appointing critics of big tech to key positions in his administration.
Across The South, COVID-19 Vaccine Sites Missing From Black And Hispanic Neighborhoods
05 February 2021
Across The South, COVID-19 Vaccine Sites Missing From Black And Hispanic Neighborhoods
An NPR analysis of COVID-19 vaccination sites in major cities across the Southern U.S. reveals a racial disparity, with most sites located in whiter neighborhoods.
Even If It's 'Bonkers,' Poll Finds Many Believe QAnon And Other Conspiracy Theories
30 December 2020
Even If It's 'Bonkers,' Poll Finds Many Believe QAnon And Other Conspiracy Theories
Misinformation about the election and the coronavirus is also gaining a foothold in American society, according to a new NPR/Ipsos poll.
Poll: Biden Expands Lead; A Third Of Country Says It Won't Get Vaccinated
14 August 2020
Poll: Biden Expands Lead; A Third Of Country Says It Won't Get Vaccinated
The presumptive Democratic nominee now leads President Trump by 11 points. And more people are worried about the coronavirus, but 35% still say they won't get vaccinated when one's available.
CDC Employees Call Out Agency's 'Toxic Culture Of Racial Aggressions'
13 July 2020
CDC Employees Call Out Agency's 'Toxic Culture Of Racial Aggressions'
Pointing to the pandemic's disproportionate toll on people of color, over 1,200 workers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention call on the agency to declare racism a public health crisis.
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan Is Out
12 October 2019
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan Is Out
McAleenan "wants to spend more time with his family and go to the private sector," President Trump tweeted. He is the latest casualty at the massive agency responsible for protecting U.S. borders.