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'Zillow Gone Wild' brings wacky real estate listings to HGTV
by Chloe Veltman
Zillow Gone Wild started in 2020 as an Instagram account devoted to eccentric property listings. The show focuses on homes that defy everyday expectations in some way.
What's The Government's Plan For Rollout Of 150 Million Rapid Coronavirus Tests?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Brett Giroir, assistant secretary for health at the Department of Health and Human Services, about the plan to distribute over 150 million rapid coronavirus tests.
School Districts Rethink Attendance Policies To Accommodate Pandemic Realities
by Anya Kamenetz
Attendance is one of the most important factors that determine a student's success, and daily head count is crucial to school funding. But in the pandemic, schools have to rethink attendance policies.
Oregon Governor On Confronting Reality Of Longer And Hotter Fire Seasons
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown about the impact of the devastating fires and how they might become the state's new normal due to climate change.
A Study In India Shows That Children Play Major Role In Coronavirus Transmission
by Jason Beaubien
A massive study of coronavirus cases in India found that a significant number of virus transmissions originate from and happen between children.
Wisconsin Health Officials Worry About Coronavirus Surge As Cold Weather Nears
by Rob Mentzer (WPR)
Wisconsin is facing a spike in coronavirus cases. Health officials say weddings, parties and youth sports are among contributing factors and worry about the coming cold weather driving people indoors.
American And United Airlines Announce Layoffs As Federal Payroll Support Runs Out
by David Schaper
Tens of thousands of flight attendants, airplane mechanics and agents are awaiting critical aid from Congress. NPR discusses how the airlines could regroup and what recovery will look like for them.
Hurricane Sally Victims In Florida Seek Federal Help
by Debbie Elliott
Floridians affected by Hurricane Sally are frustrated that they're getting no federal help. Meanwhile, Alabama received more than $11 million in individual aid to storm victims.
How Does Poll Watching Work?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Tammy Patrick, senior advisor to the elections program at the Democracy Fund, about how poll watching works and a history of voter intimidation at the polls.
People Who Don't Usually Vote Share Their Thoughts On This Year's Election
by Bente Birkeland (CPR)
Political parties have to work even harder this year to get nonvoters registered and going to the polls. And some people in politically divided Pueblo, Colo., still feel like voting isn't for them.
Sudan Faces More U.S. Demands After Suggestion It Could Be Taken Off Terrorism List
by Michele Kelemen
After Sudan's longtime dictator was ousted last year, chances improved for the country to be removed from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism. Last-minute hurdles, however, could delay it.
The Meaning Behind Mooncakes
by Mandalit del Barco
The Mid-Autumn Festival began Thursday in China and around the world. People celebrate the harvest moon by eating mooncakes and lighting lanterns. NPR discusses the symbolism behind the mooncake.