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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book
by Olivia Hampton
NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book documenting Black cowboys, Eight Seconds: Black Rodeo Culture.
Hearings aim to determine why service members died in a 2020 military exercise
by Steve Walsh
Hearings are underway this week at Camp Pendleton over the deaths of nine service members, eight Marines and a sailor, when their landing craft sank off the coast of southern California.
What do new public health guidelines from the CDC mean for your family?
NPR's A Martinez speaks with Leana Wen, a physician and George Washington University public health professor, about CDC isolation guidance and advice for a possible post-holiday COVID-19 surge.
Why does Colorado have such a hard time finding the cause of wildfires?
Colorado is investigating the cause of last week's wildfire. The state, however, doesn't have a very good track record when it comes to determining the cause of those fires.
Brazil's president is in the hospital with a intestinal obstruction
by Philip Reeves
President Jair Bolsonaro has been admitted to a Sao Paolo hospital after suffering from complications related to an assassination attempt in 2018.
The U.S. warns Russia it faces sanctions if it invades Ukraine. Do sanctions work?
How effective would new U.S. sanctions be on Russia? NPR's Rachel Martin asks David Cortright, professor of policy studies at Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs.
Greenblatt's book argues growing intolerance in the U.S. threatens democracy
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Jonathan Greenblatt, the head of the Anti-Defamation League, about the growth of hate and systemic violence in the U.S. His new book is called: It Could Happen Here.
Chicago schools and teachers could be headed to a showdown over in-person classes
by Sarah Karp
Chicago Public Schools resumed in-person learning on Monday, over objections from the teachers union. Teachers will vote Tuesday to defy demands to teach in person, which could lead to a walkout.
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes has been convicted of fraud
Elizabeth Holmes, the former CEO of blood testing startup Theranos, has been convicted of wire fraud and conspiracy. She faces a potential prison sentence of 20 years.
A shepherd in Germany enlisted her flock in a COVID vaccine campaign
With the help of arranged food, the shepherd herded her sheep and goats to create a 330-foot syringe. The animals joined Germany's drive to encourage more people to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Renters in some areas, such as Austin, Texas, find themselves in bidding wars
by Audrey McGlinchy
A shortage of housing in some parts of the country has led to a rental squeeze. Much like some homebuyers, prospective renters are finding themselves having to offer more than the listing price.
News brief: Elizabeth Holmes verdict, Philly's COVID surge, Marine hearing
Ex-Theranos CEO found guilty on four counts in fraud trial. In Philadelphia, students, teachers and bus drivers have COVID. The Marines are probing what went wrong with an amphibious assault vehicle.
For Blackberry users Tuesday marks the end of an era
Blackberries were once cutting edge, but the company is ending service on its phones. For some people, this means heartbreak. At the same time, others are wondering, "What's a Blackberry?"