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Next U.S. census will have new boxes for 'Middle Eastern or North African,' 'Latino'
by Hansi Lo Wang
Biden officials approved proposals for the U.S. census and federal surveys to change how Latinos are asked about their race and ethnicity and to add a checkbox for "Middle Eastern or North African."
China Issues Counter-Sanctions After U.S. Warned Against Doing Business In Hong Kong
by John Ruwitch
China is imposing fresh counter-sanctions on United States entities just days ahead of a visit by U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman.
A Manhattan Judge Has Allowed An Inquiry Into Eric Garner's 2014 Death
by Jasmine Garsd
The court released a list of people expected to testify in the judicial inquiry of Eric Garner's 2014 death. Garner's family says not enough was done by the city and police to investigate his death.
Frito-Lay Strike Could End As Workers Vote On A New Labor Agreement
by Frank Morris
Frito-Lay workers are voting on an agreement that could end the strike. It would boost wages, guarantee a weekly day off and end "suicide shifts" — consecutive 12-hour shifts with eight hours between.
Funeral For Assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse Held In His Hometown
by Carrie Kahn
Assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was laid to rest after a military ceremony and funeral Mass in his hometown of Cap Haïtien.
Oh Flock... Clever Cockatoos Are More Culturally Complex Than We Thought
Cockatoos in Sydney have become expert trash bin burglars. Scientists say birds in different neighborhoods have taught each other different techniques to open the bins, a sign of cultural complexity.
Small-Scale Farmers Don't Have To Wipe Out Forests To Grow These Crops
by Jonathan Ahl
Forested land isn't usually good for farming unless it's clear-cut and plowed. Mini farms under the tree tops can grow crops like ginseng and mushrooms. It may be viable way to be a small time farmer.
Los Angeles Considers Its Priorities As The Seat For Mayor Opens Ahead Of Schedule
by Libby Denkmann
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has been nominated to become the next U.S. ambassador to India. His departure leaves the city asking what he accomplished and what it wants in its next leader.
Director For Human Rights Watch Weighs In On What's Next For Afghanistan
Now that U.S. forces are set to leave for good, what is next for Afghanistan? NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Patricia Gossman, Associate Asia Director for Human Rights Watch.
'Ailey' Doc Shows How Alvin Ailey Changed The Landscape Of Dance For Dancers Of Color
by Bob Mondello
Alvin Ailey, the most influential and celebrated Black choreographer of the 20th Century is the subject of the documentary Ailey.