Putin Delays Vote That Could Help Keep Him In Power
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Russian leader says he's pushing back a constitutional referendum that could pave the way for him to remain in power until 2036.
Health & Safety
Local Chefs Help Feed Struggling Hospitality Industry Colleagues
A group of local chefs in Winston-Salem is teaming up to help their colleagues hit hard by the COVID-19 outbreak.
After Urging Social Distancing, Trump Offers A Different Message
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Tom Inglesby, director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, about the call from some U.S. officials to begin ending social distancing policies.
Michael Pollan Explains Caffeine Cravings (And Why You Don't Have To Quit)
When Pollan decided to write about caffeine, he gave it up — cold turkey. "I just couldn't focus," he says. "I was irritable. I lost confidence." Originally published Feb. 10, 2020.
After Days Of Negotiations, Deal Reached On Emergency Aid Measure
The Senate and White House worked through an agreement on a $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package early Wednesday morning. The agreement means Congress could be close to passing a deal.
Jordan Keeps Coronavirus In Check With One Of The World's Strictest Lockdowns
The Middle Eastern kingdom has forced most people to stay indoors, banned driving and even temporarily shut down grocery stores and pharmacies.
Spain's Coronavirus Death Toll Soars Past China's, Trailing Only Italy
Spain is now the second European country with a death toll higher than China's. Spain's health ministry says it is buying more than 5 million coronavirus "quick tests" from China.
Atlanta Family Is On The Frontlines Of The Coronavirus
NPR's Noel King talks to married couple — epidemiologist Rachel Patzer and physician Justin Schrager, who is living in the garage to avoid bringing home the coronavirus.
For Help On Coronavirus, Italy Turns To China, Russia And Cuba
Teams from Russia, China and Cuba have arrived in recent days to help Italy. There's gratitude — along with anger that the U.S., Italy's traditional ally, is absent.
Bobi Wine, Ugandan Pop Star And Political Opposition Leader, Shares Some Health Tips
The politician and artist has some helpful, and optimistic, advice for anyone left wondering what to do.