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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.
AstraZeneca's Latest Report Supports Effectiveness Of COVID-19 Vaccine
by Richard Harris
AstraZeneca has updated the data about its COVID-19 vaccine after criticism that its previous statement was based on incomplete information. The update still finds that the shot is safe and effective.
Unemployment Claims Fall To Lowest Level Since Pandemic's Start
Claims are still high by historical standards, but it's a sign of slow healing from the worst crisis since the Great Depression. Fed Chair Jerome Powell reflected on that earlier Thursday with NPR.
A Year After Pandemic, Fed Will Pull Back On Emergency Economic Support
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Chairman of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell about the economic recovery. One year ago, the Fed was creating trillions of dollars to help avoid economic collapse.
National Medal Of Honor Day: Remembering Civil War's Black Soldiers
On this day in 1863, the Civil War's first medals of honor were presented. Virginia state delegate Lamont Bagby leads a push in his state to remember Black soldiers who fought with valor.
After 9 Weeks In Office, Biden To Hold 1st News Conference
by Tamara Keith
President Biden holds the first formal press conference of his administration Thursday afternoon. He's likely to face questions about the pandemic and an influx of child migrants on the border.
This year's Cadbury Easter Bunny Is A Frog Named Betty
The Australian White's tree frog beat out thousands of other contestants to become the candy company's 2021 Easter bunny mascot. Betty will star in a Cadbury commercial and get a $5,000 prize.
Reports Of Mass Killings Point To Desperate Situation In Ethiopia's Civil War
by Eyder Peralta
The civil strife in Ethiopia has continued unabated, killing thousands as Western governments and rights groups raise the alarm on the shocking level of violence.
Sen. Bernie Sanders Aims To Reshape A 'Rigged' Tax System
by Kelsey Snell
Independent Senator Bernie Sanders helped push Democrats to the left in two presidential campaigns. As chairman of the budget committee, he's working to drive the Democratic Party from the inside.