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Shoppers are playing a large part in the continued growth of the U.S. economy
The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the first three months of the year, according to new Commerce Department figures released Thursday.
The Debate Over Wording In Bruce Springsteen's 'Thunder Road' Is Settled
The song begins: "A screen door slams, Mary's dress ... and, what is Mary's dress doing: swaying or waving. The Boss's co-producer Jon Landau told The New Yorker that the correct word is "sways."
Global Settlement Would Resolve Ongoing And Future Opioid Crisis Lawsuits
Negotiators appear close to a final opioid settlement meant to resolve a tsunami of lawsuits against some of the nation's biggest drugmakers and distributors.
Olympic Athletes Want Gold, But For Now They Have To Settle For Cardboard
The bed frames in the Olympic Village are made of recyclable cardboard. People online speculated that they were designed to prevent activities other than sleeping.
There Is A New Effort To Target Gun Trafficking In Chicago
by Cheryl Corley
Law enforcement is targeting illegal guns as violent crime rises in cities across the country. Residents of hard-hit neighborhoods in Chicago are stepping up to fight gun violence, too.
Sen. Klobuchar Is In Georgia To Get Evidence From Voting Rights Discussions
NPR's Noel King talks to Sen. Amy Klobuchar, chairwoman of the Rules Committee, who will preside over a field hearing in Atlanta about GOP efforts in Georgia to restrict voting access in the state.
Female Soldiers Are Excited About New Body Armor That Is Designed For Them
by Jay Price
The military says it's changing to make the nation's fighting force more inclusive. Among those changes, the design of body armour to fit women could also save lives.
Churches Are Doing Christmas Over With Holiday Services In July
by Deena Prichep
Many churches spent December under lockdown, canceling traditional holiday services. This summer, some congregations are using loosened restrictions to hold a do-over: Christmas in July.
The Delta Variant Raises A Lot Of Question About The Latest COVID Surge
by Allison Aubrey
As COVID-19 cases rise due to the delta variant, we examine who is at risk, and what's the best way to protect yourself and others. Also, with a spate of outbreaks at camp, what parents need to know.
St. Louis Catholic Schools Try To Confront Their Associations With Slavery
by Marissanne Lewis-Thompson
At least two St. Louis schools are named after bishops who owned and purchased slaves. Students, alumni and parents weigh in on what they would like the Archdiocese of St. Louis to do.