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Jennifer Aniston's production company plans to reboot '9 to 5'
The 1980 classic starred Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as three women seeking revenge against their sexist boss. It made more than $100 million at the box office.
The Delta Variant And Arkansas' Low Vaccination Rate Fuel COVID-19 Cases
NPR's Debbie Elliott speak with Dr. Cam Patterson, chancellor of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, about overwhelmed hospitals amid the surge of COVID-19 patients.
News Brief: Infrastructure Package, Military Vaccinations, Taliban Strategy
The Senate may sign off on a $1 trillion infrastructure bill. The Pentagon moves to make vaccines mandatory for service members. As Taliban fighters gain ground, what is the global community doing?
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions On Lukashenko's Financial Backers
by Michele Kelemen
The Biden administration is trying to ratchet up pressure on the longtime leader of Belarus. But Alexander Lukashenko is sounding defiant in the face of new U.S. sanctions.
Some Democrats Don't Think The $1 Trillion Infrastructure Package Is Enough
NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with House Majority Whip James Clyburn of South Carolina about the challenges facing the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill.
Bisa Butler's Quilts Feature Designs So Realistic That They're Compared To Paintings
by Cheryl Corley
Inspired by iconic black and white photos, Bisa Butler has created life-size portraits of African Americans in quilts that explode with color. The exhibit is on display at Chicago's Art Institute.
2 Large Fires Destroy Homes And Businesses On The Greek Island Of Evia
NPR's Noel Kings speaks with Athens-based freelance journalist Daphne Tolis about the wildfires on the island of Evia. More than 2,000 residents have been evacuated.
Talks Resume On A Political Settlement Between The Taliban And Afghan Government
by Jackie Northam
The Taliban have made rapid gains on the battlefield across Afghanistan. The Afghan government and security forces seem unable to stem the Taliban's advances.
The Defense Department Aims To Make Vaccines Mandatory For Service Members
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says he's seeking a mandate that will require all members of the U.S. military to get vaccinated against COVID-19 by mid-September — if not sooner.
After A 20-Year Wait, Louis Edwards' Latest Novel Is Out
NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with author Louis Edwards about his new novel: Ramadan Ramsey.
20 Years After The Terrorist Attacks, Comedy Show Will Benefit 9/11 Charities
Comedians Jon Stewart and Pete Davidson are hosting a comedy special at Madison Square Garden. "NYC Still Rising After 20 Years" will be held on Sept. 12.
The Long Process To Replace Iowa's Trees That Were Down By A Derecho
by Kate Payne
A year ago, a powerful derecho in Iowa downed tens-of-thousands of trees in a matter of minutes. Residents are trying to reforest their communities in a more resilient and equitable way.
Democrats Count On Rare Bipartisan Votes To Pass Infrastructure Measure
The U.S. Senate is poised to pass a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill, before moving ahead to a $3.5 trillion spending effort that would encompass much of President Biden's domestic agenda.