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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.
The History Of Vaccine Passports In The U.S. And What's New
by Yuki Noguchi
Vaccine passports are a flashpoint in the COVID-19 pandemic, but they were used decades ago to help control smallpox. After smallpox was eradicated, there was no longer a need for the passports.
'Lost On The Front Line': Tracks Health Workers Who Died Of COVID-19
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to investigative reporter Christina Jewett of Kaiser Health News about a yearlong project that revealed more than 3,600 U.S. health care workers died of COVID-19.
Advocates Urge Big Texas Companies To Speak Out Against GOP Voting Bills
by Ashley Lopez
Voting advocates in Texas are pressuring companies to speak out against new voting measures before the bills make it through the state legislature.
Houston Has Been No. 1 Destination For Many Migrant Teens
by Elizabeth Trovall
Hundreds of migrant children are crossing the U.S.-Mexico border every day. Ultimately they will all be placed with sponsors in households around the U.S. until their immigration cases are heard.
Week 2 Of Testimony In Chauvin Trial Examines The Use Of Force
by Martin Kaste
Prosecutors focused on the use of force at the murder trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin. A key expert witness testified that Chauvin's use of force was "excessive" against George Floyd.
What Will It Take For Congress To Pass Biden's Infrastructure Plan?
by Scott Detrow
Lawmakers are beginning to take a deeper look at the president's $2 trillion package to upgrade the nation's roads, bridges and railways. It is facing opposition from Republicans.
7-Year-Old Girl Tells Old Navy That She Needs Jeans With Real Pockets
Kamryn Garnder's letter to the retailer explained that she needs a place to put her hands and her stuff. Old Navy replied with a hand written note of appreciation and four pairs of pants with pockets.
Reviving 19th Century Drinking Fountains Could Help Mumbai's Poor
by Sushmita Pathak
Government officials and architects in India are preserving forgotten relics of Mumbai's history: ornate 19th century drinking fountains. Reviving them could help improve water access for the poor.