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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."
House Expected To Pass $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Package
by Kelsey Snell
The House Budget Committee is expected to pass the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package, setting up a partisan vote in the full House later this week.
Biden Faces Decision On Gas Pipeline From Russia That Could Alienate Germany
by Jackie Northam
The Biden administration has to decide whether to alienate Germany, a close ally, by continuing the Trump administration's sanctions on companies building Germany's gas pipeline from Russia.
Iraqis Are Getting To Know Historic Site Of Babylon Better Through Tourism
by Alice Fordham
Iraq's historic site of Babylon is famous worldwide, but some Iraqis are just getting to know it again — thanks to tours that introduce them to the past.
Why 1 Utah School District Is Embracing A Virtual Future
by Jon Reed
Many pandemic weary families can't wait to get back to in-person school. But a Utah district is expanding its online offerings next year because some students thrive in virtual learning environments.
CDC Guidelines For In-Person Learning Prove To Be An Impossible Task For Many Schools
by Anya Kamenetz
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's latest school guidelines are running into complicated facts on the ground, especially when it comes to physical distancing and community spread.
Electronic Music Duo Daft Punk Announces Split After Nearly 3 Decades
Daft Punk has announced their split after nearly three decades together. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with writer Simon Reynolds about the legacy of the electronic music duo.
Biden Administration Begins Talks With Iran On American Detainees
by Michele Kelemen
The Biden administration says it won't tolerate Iran holding Americans in an unjust and unlawful manner.
A Look At The Continuing Effects Of COVID-19 On The Amusement Park Industry
by Ann Thompson
Regional theme parks are considering selling off property to raise capital. Cedar Fair and Six Flags are in the midst of a cash burn of $25 million a month with attendance dropping due to COVID-19.
Pandemic Leaves Undocumented Students More Vulnerable
by Kavitha Cardoza
Many undocumented students struggle to deal with the traumatic events from their journey to the U.S. or since arriving. Amid the pandemic it's become harder for schools to help these students cope.