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Israel is engaged in conflicts on 3 separate fronts: Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran
Israel is fighting Hamas in Gaza, with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and now directly with Iran. How are the conflicts linked, and how does it intend to handle all three at once?
New York's Chinatown Sees Economic Challenges, 1 Year Into The COVID-19 Pandemic
by Camille Petersen
The Lunar New Year usually brings big crowds to New York's Chinatown. But this year, businesses are already seeing fewer visitors and economic challenges are mounting for the neighborhood.
Trump Faces Potential Legal Battles Following His Second Impeachment
Mitch McConnell said that former President Donald Trump is not immune from criminal and civil litigation. NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Michael McConnell, a constitutional scholar, how that could work.
Ancient Brewery Unearthed In Egypt
A team of American and Egyptian archeologists discovered a brewery back about five thousand years. The factory likely provided beer that was used in royal rituals.
Lawmakers Debate Biden's $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Plan
by Scott Horsley
As impeachment fades into the rearview mirror, lawmakers will be focused on President Biden's proposed $1.9 trillion economic rescue package. Economists are debating that level of federal spending.
Indiana Woman Discovers Her Twin Brother Lives Blocks Away
Karen Warner and Mike Jackman knew they were adopted, but they didn't know about each other until recently. The fraternal twins live just blocks apart.
Myanmar's Military Coup: How We Got Here
by Julie McCarthy
Myanmar is slipping deeper into danger as the newly installed military junta asserts control. But police raids against opposition figures and critics have done little to deter ongoing protests.
Northwest Natural Gas Company's Plan For A Carbon Neutral Gas System
by Cassandra Profita
Natural gas companies face an existential threat as more governments and businesses move to tackle climate change. But a growing number have their own plans to decarbonize, by creating renewable gas.
Californians Taking Advantage Of Vaccine Rules For Parents With Disabled Kids
by Jackie Fortier
Parents of children with disabilities qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine in California. Health officials say it's been exploited by people who don't qualify, and individualized proof is now required.
U.S. Continues To Accelerate Vaccination Strategy
by Allison Aubrey
Municipalities scramble to address 2nd dose challenges, more pregnant women getting vaccinated, and other COVID-19 updates.
Corporate America Brings The Hammer Down After Capitol Insurrection
After the Capitol siege, corporate America pulled contracts and political donations. NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer asks a capitalism expert if companies can be more effective at changing political behavior.
News Brief: Coronavirus Relief Package, Vaccine Distribution, Russia Protests
Lawmakers focus on Biden's $1.9 trillion plan to fight the pandemic. The U.S.' vaccination pace is looking good. And, Russians try a new way of protesting in support of Alexei Navalny.