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In Florida, there's détente in the battle between Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis
by Greg Allen
Disney and a board appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis have settled lawsuits over who controls development in the 40-square-mile district that's home to its Orlando theme parks.
U.S. Backs Waiving International Patent Protections For COVID Vaccines
by Sydney Lupkin
President Biden threw his support behind a World Trade Organization proposal that would waive intellectual property protections for COVID-19 vaccines — allowing countries to make their own vaccines.
Peloton, Reverses Decision, Agrees To Safety Recall Of Treadmills
NPR's Noel King talks to reporter Bethany Biron of Insider about Peloton recalling treadmills after customers reported more than 70 safety incidents — including the death of a child.
'Sponge Bob Square Pants' Popsicles Cost Mom A Small Fortune
Four-year-old Noah really wanted those popsicles. He used his mom's Amazon account to order $2,600 worth of popsicles. Somebody started a GoFundMe page to help her pay the non-refundable bill.
Visitors Will Get Gladiator's Point Of View With Roman Colosseum's New Floor
by Sylvia Poggioli
Italy has approved plans to install a new floor for the Colosseum, the ancient arena in Rome. The new floor will give visitors the view gladiators once had.
Neighbors Appreciate Canadian Woman's Bistro For Dogs
Kaya Kristina lives next to a huge park in Toronto. Several years ago she began putting water bowls outside for neighborhood dogs to enjoy. After the pandemic hit, she started putting out treats too.
Researchers Find Glaciers Are Melting Faster Than Expected
A new study shows how much and how fast nearly every glacier is melting. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Bob McNabb, one of the study's authors, about what this means for the future.
Nancy Wilson's Solo Album Isn't Copying Heart's Signature Sound
Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson were the core of the group Heart. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to guitarist Nancy Wilson about her career in music, and her new album called You And Me.
Retiree Finds Purpose Restoring Unwanted Bikes, Gives Them Away
About once a week, Manuel Vera hangs out in Silver Spring, Md., with a sign that reads "free bikes." The Washington Post reports he has given away 40 repaired bikes since November.
News Brief: Vaccine Patent Waiver, Eviction Moratorium, Scottish Election
Biden supports waiving intellectual property rights for COVID-19 vaccines. Judge strikes down federal eviction moratorium. Scottish voters cast ballots in an election that could lead to independence.
Facebook Oversight Board Upholds Ban On Donald Trump
by Shannon Bond
Facebook's oversight board has upheld its ban of the former president, which was put in place after a mob of Trump supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.