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Hiring slowed in April. The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs
April's job growth was down from the previous month, according to a new Labor Department report. The unemployment rate rose slightly, from 3.8% to 3.9%, but remains low by historical standards.
With omicron so transmissible, experts warn everyone to up their mask game
The CDC is expected to recommend that Americans to upgrade their masks to high-efficiency respirators. But how do you find one that fits you — and is legit?
Yankees make history after hiring first female manager in the minor leagues
by Tom Goldman
The New York Yankees named Rachel Balkovec as the manager of one of their minor league affiliates — making her the first woman to break into the managerial ranks at that level.
Russia and the West go into the third round of talks over the fate of Ukraine
A deep divide remains between Russia and NATO over Ukraine. There is hope that the third and final round of talks will bring a breakthrough.
A review of 'Peacemaker': The series never quite hits the right tone
by Eric Deggans
The new HBO Max show Peacemaker — about the DC Comics character of the same name — picks up where the film Suicide Squad left off. Is it a show you'll want to watch?
While addiction is deadlier than ever, research shows most Americans heal
by Brian Mann
The U.S. is facing the deadliest drug overdose epidemic in its history, but there is hope. Research shows most people with addiction do survive and recover, especially when they get quality treatment.
What's at risk for Republicans as members spread lies about 2020's election?
NPR's A Martinez talks with Republican Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota about voting rights, and acknowledgement that there was no widespread fraud in the presidential election.
Democrats are looking for their way forward on voting rights
President Biden will make an in-person pitch to Senate Democrats to pass voting rights legislation — including changing Senate rules. Some Democrats, however, are opposed to ditching the filibuster.
Anonymous customer buys 'the Pantera guitar' for young guitarist in Colorado
About the time the guitar was purchased, Fallon and his family had moved to Texas. Fallon didn't get the gift until about eight months later when he and the family came back to Colorado for a visit.
Clyde Bellecourt, longtime leader in the fight for Native civil rights, dies at 85
Clyde Bellecourt co-founded the American Indian Movement and was an advocate for tribal sovereignty and cultural revival. He spent his life advocating for legislation to protect Indigenous people.
News brief: voting rights, high-filtration masks, U.S.-Russia talks
Democrats look for a way forward on voting rights. Health officials say wearing an effective mask is more important than ever. Russia and NATO go into the third and final round of talks on Ukraine.
Why NBA player and political activist Enes Kanter added Freedom to his legal name
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with NBA player Enes Freedom, who recently became a U.S. citizen, and has called for a boycott of the Winter Olympics in China due to human rights concerns.