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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.
A Federal Judge In Texas Rules Against The Obama-Era DACA Program
by Tamara Keith
The White House plans to appeal a ruling that limits DACA protections for immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children, moving immigration higher on the president's list of priorities.
Private Spyware Was Used To Hack Cellphones Of Journalists, Activists Worldwide
NPR's A Martinez talks to Washington Post reporter Craig Timberg about a global media investigation into how spyware was used to hack the cellphones of journalists, human rights activists and others.
News Brief: COVID Surge And The Unvaccinated, German Floods, DACA Ruling
The delta variant is sparking concerns of a new COVID-19 wave in the U.S. Historic flooding devastates parts of West Germany. And, a federal judge ruled last week that the DACA program is illegal.
Tour De France Champion: Tadej Pogačar Wins For The 2nd Time In A Row
Tadej Pogačar, 22, pulled ahead in the general classification standings on a rainy stage eight and never gave up the leading rider's yellow jersey, winning three of the race's 21 stages.
Biologist In Iraq Tracks Leopards Crossing The Border From Iran
by Alice Fordham
Landmines make the northern part of the Iraq-Iran border forbidding for humans, but they also seem to have created space for what's thought to be a growing population of rare leopards.
3 Women Found Out They Were Dating The Same Man. What Happened Next?
They became friends and fixed up an old bus, and went on a months-long road trip across the U.S. Their ex-boyfriend told The Washington Post, "I think the best thing right now is to say nothing."
Advocates Criticize Funding Program To Revitalize Indigenous Language Programs
by Savannah Maher
COVID-19 relief funding includes $20 million for indigenous language programs. Critics say the money is spread too thin to make a difference. They say the investment is too little, too late.
'Morning Edition' Welcomes A Martinez As A New Host
Morning Edition welcomes a new host to its ranks Monday morning: A Martinez. NPR's Noel King asks him some get-to-know-you questions.
How Do You Define The Word Snack?
If you thought snack is slang for "a sexy and physically attractive person," you are correct. That's because Dictionary.com has added over 300 new words and definitions.
The Flooding In Parts Of Germany Is The Worst There In 60 Years
by Rob Schmitz
Authorities are assessing the toll of historic floods that devastated parts of western Germany that killed more than 150 people. German Chancellor Merkel described the situation as "terrifying."