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As pro-Palestinian protests spread, more university leaders weigh police involvement
by Meg Anderson
As college administrators face growing unrest on campuses, a growing number are grappling with whether to bring in law enforcement to quell the demonstrations.
A Review Of Sunday Night's 73rd Emmy Awards
by Eric Deggans
Netflix's royal family drama The Crown and Apple TV+'s comedy Ted Lasso scored major wins at the Emmys. Despite honoring a roster of deserving and well-liked shows, the ceremony fell a bit flat.
For Afghan Woman, Life Under The Taliban Is Taking Shape
by Arezou Rezvani
Women across Afghanistan have been protesting the Taliban's restrictions. Some feel that time is running out for them to protect all their hard-earned freedoms from the last 20 years.
In Mass Expulsion, The U.S. Begins Flying Haitian Migrants Home From Texas
The United States is flying Haitians camped in a Texas border town back to their homeland. This comes as Democrats attempt to include immigration overhaul in their spending bill.
Hurricane Ida Leaves Behind A Big Trash Removal Problem In New Orleans
by Ryan Nelsen
New Orleans has a trash problem. It's so bad, the city's mayor calls it a "crisis." Residents have even taken to the streets to complain.
News Brief: U.N. General Assembly, Migrant Deportation, Book Review: 'Peril'
World leaders gather in New York for the U.N. General Assembly. The president's immigration issues are multiplying at the border and in Washington. A new book is a speed tour of election year 2020.
25 Years After Its Release, Examining The Legacy Of 'Buena Vista Social Club'
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to music journalist Judy Cantor-Navas about Cuban music's impact on the Buena Vista Social Club. The group's popular album came out 25 years ago this month.
Fauci On The Disconnect Between FDA Panel's Guidance And Biden's Booster Plan
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease doctor and the president's chief medical adviser, about the science and decision-making concerning booster shots.
As COVID-19 Cases Rise, Biden's Original Booster Strategy Has Slowed
The U.S. is averaging about 140,000 new cases of coronavirus per day and about 1,500 people are dying each day from the virus. Amid this surge, the Biden administration's booster strategy is in flux.
Among The Gondolas, A Giant Violin Floats Down Venice's Grand Canal
Artist Livio De Marchi sets wooden vessels out to sea. They are boats, more or less, but shaped like other objects. His latest creation: a giant violin on which a live string quartet played music.
The Impact Of The Strict New Abortion Law In Texas
by Wade Goodwyn
The law has provoked fear and anxiety for people who seek the procedure and for those who provide it. Anyone who assists someone who tries to get an abortion after 6 weeks can be sued in civil court.
9-Year-Old Boy Designs His Own Treehouse And Rents It Out On Airbnb
Eli Sylvester saved up for years and with his parents' help, brought his treehouse design to life. Eli's loft includes all the creature comforts — plus a zipline and trampoline.