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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
Why Vaccines Haven't Reached African Countries As Efficiently As Hoped
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Dr. Phionah Atuhebwe of the World Health Organization about the challenges that countries in Africa are facing in vaccinating their citizens.
Investigations Aim To Keep Surfside Tragedy From Happening Elsewhere
There are at least four federal agencies in Surfside, including: FEMA, OSHA, the FBI, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. NPR's Noel King talks to Rep. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz.
Where The Investigation Stands Into The Jan. 6 Insurrection
It was six months ago that a mob of Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. That deadly event stunned the nation, led to Donald Trump's second impeachment and spurred a massive federal probe.
News Brief: Florida Condo Search, Biden And Police, U.K.'s COVID Restrictions
Teams searching the collapsed condo site face harsh weather. Biden tries to balance police reform calls amid more mass shootings. England may lift nearly all of its pandemic restrictions by July 19.
Johnson Outlines Plan To Lift Nearly All Of England's COVID-19 Restrictions
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the United Kingdom will alleviate most restrictions associated with the pandemic by July 19, despite a recent increase in infections.
Canadian Housing Prices Skyrocket, But There Are Some Affordable Options
In Ontario, a 19 acre lot off Lake Erie is listed for about $80,000. There is a catch. The listing reads: "This property is presently under water. But could have endless possibilities in the future."
How Did China Become The World's Dominant Polysilicon Producer?
by Emily Feng
China is a leader in the manufacture of polysilicon — the basic material that goes into making solar panels. China has cracked the code for how to make high quality, cheap polysilicon.
Health Promoters Help Latinos Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19
by Maria Godoy
Vaccination rates have stalled across the U.S., but are on the rise among Latinos. That's thanks in part to volunteer promotoras — foot soldiers known as health promoters.
The Container Ship That Blocked Suez Canal Is Set To Sail On Wednesday
by Joanna Kakissis
The owners and insurers of the giant container ship Ever Given have announced a settlement with the Suez Canal Authority, which has held the ship since it got stuck in the canal in March.
Biden Tries To Balance Calls To Reform The Police Amid More Mass Shootings
by Asma Khalid
President Biden is trying to walk a thin line between trying to tackle a surge in violent crime while also getting a police overhaul bill across the finish line.