Amid Rising Coronavirus Cases, New York City Shuts Its Schools — Again
Mayor Bill de Blasio had said he would close schools at a testing positivity rate of 3%, and stuck to his position. Not everyone is happy.
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FAA Clears Boeing 737 Max To Return To The Skies
The Federal Aviation Administration is allowing Boeing's 737 Max to fly again. The plane has been grounded for 20 months following two fatal crashes blamed on a faulty flight control system.
Listener Questions On Maintaining Mental Health During The Pandemic And Lockdowns
As the pandemic drags on, NPR answers listener questions about the toll that isolation can take on mental health.
2020 Hurricane Season Sets New Devastating Records And Is Not Over Yet
Hurricane Iota was the most powerful hurricane ever recorded this late in the Atlantic hurricane season. This year has already broken the record for the most named storms, and the season isn't over.
Judge Says Coronavirus Can't Be Used As Reason To Quickly Deport Unaccompanied Minors
Judge Emmet Sullivan issues a preliminary injunction, telling agents to stop the rapid expulsions of kids arriving with no adult. Since March, nearly everyone seeking asylum has been turned back.
Trump Shakes Up The Military, But To What End?
The president has taken a series of abrupt moves, firing the defense secretary and announcing troop cutbacks in Afghanistan and Iraq. Critics say these actions have no clear strategic goal.
How Could A Biden Administration Change Banks?
What can President-elect Joe Biden do without his party in charge of the Senate? One idea that's gaining steam: Force banks to offer low-cost, no overdraft bank accounts.
Why President Trump Refuses To Concede And What It Might Mean For The Country
Joe Biden won the election, but President Trump continues to claim he won and challenge the results in court. These moves may put the country's democracy and Trump's political future at risk.
Florida Governor Keeps Low Profile As Coronavirus Cases Surge
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a major ally of President Trump's, has kept a low profile since the election. Meanwhile, coronavirus cases are rising, and local officials are asking for leadership.
Young Progressives Hope Biden Will Act On Climate Change, Gun Control, Student Debt
Young voters appear to have voted in record numbers, mostly backing Joe Biden. They plan to hold him accountable on issues such as climate change and gun control, though Congress may slow his agenda.