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Meet the winner of the 'best baguette in Paris' award
by Eleanor Beardsley
The Utopie bakery has been crowned the winner of the 31st annual "best baguette in Paris" competition.
COVID-19 Is Hitting Indonesia Hard. Epidemiologists Say The Worst May Be Yet To Come
by Michael Sullivan
Indonesia, the world's fourth most populated nation, is overwhelmed by the pandemic. Critics of the government say it failed to take the virus seriously and kept the country open while it spread.
How Competing Without Fans In The Stands Could Affect Olympic Athletes' Performances
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with professor of sports psychology Dr. Dan Weigand about how performing without spectators could affect athletes' performances at the 2021 Olympics.
Biden Administration Warns Against Doing Business In Hong Kong
by John Ruwitch
President Biden has issued a warning to U.S. companies doing business in Hong Kong that because of China's national security law, the former colony is no longer a safe place for commerce.
Local Journalist Says Erftstadt Area Has Never Seen Such Devastating Floods
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with German freelance journalist Holger Klein about the devastating flooding in Erftstadt, Germany, a town southwest of Cologne.
In A 'Berserk' Biopic, A 57-Year-Old Plays Celine Dion At Nearly Every Age — Even 12
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Rachel Handler, features writer for Vulture and New York Magazine, about the unofficial Celine Dione biopic, Aline, which just screened at Cannes Festival.
Project Homekey Creates Homeless Housing Sites, Some Run By Native American Tribes
by Molly Solomon
California's Project Homekey buys motels and turns them into housing for its homeless population. It's resulted in 94 new housing projects across the state. Three are run by Native American tribes.
Companies May Be Flagging Themselves For Hackers By Buying Cybersecurity Insurance
by David Gura
An uptick in ransomware attacks has led more companies to buy cybersecurity insurance. But some bad actors actually target companies with this coverage, figuring they'll be more likely to pay ransoms.
Right To Vote: In Minnesota, Lawmakers On Both Sides Seek Changes To Voting Process
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in Minnesota are putting forth bills to change the voting process in the state.
Haiti Prepares State Funeral For President As Speculation Around Killing Swirls
by Jason Beaubien
Haiti is preparing a state funeral for its assassinated president as the national police force rejects speculation that the prime minister had a role in the killing.
Sen. Blumenthal Calls For Accountability In FBI's Mishandled Nassar Investigation
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., on the FBI's mishandling of the investigation into abuse perpetrated by gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.
The Way The Government Measures Inflation Is More Hands-On Than You Probably Expect
The latest Consumer Price Index showed prices were up 5.4% compared to a year ago. But how exactly does the government track this number?