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A Rorschach test for America? Covering the military parade and a No Kings rally on the same day
by Frank Langfitt
Last weekend's military parade and No Kings rallies could be seen as an example of a DIVIDED America… a moment where our differences were placed in pretty stark relief. But reporting from both places on the same day… you see something different.
Severe drought means harvests will be smaller in Massachusetts
by Jill Kaufman
Severe drought in Massachusetts has farmers tallying this year's losses. Many are working overtime to irrigate and supplement absent rainfall. Some streams and ponds they use have been drying up.
The book 'Haven' is a monastic retreat to an island inhabited only by men and birds
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Emma Donoghue about her new book, Haven. In it, three Irish monks in the Middle Ages choose to live a life of isolation on a rocky island.
Education Secretary Cardona explains Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona about the Biden administration's plan to forgive up to $20,000 in student loan debt for some borrowers.
Could air conditioning help prevent extreme violence in prisons? Research suggests so
by Grant Blankenship
New research documents what many have long believed: that heat can lead to extreme violence in prisons. Some now want cooling zones or air conditioning installed to help staff and those incarcerated.
Uvalde's city manager reflects on where the community is 3 months after mass shooting
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Uvalde, Texas, city manager Vince DiPiazza about where his community is three months after the deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary.
How an Illinois military base transports an unprecedented flow of weapons to Ukraine
by Jenna McLaughlin
Moving the people and stuff that the U.S. military needs is a massive puzzle. Aid for Ukraine is being sent from Illinois' Scott Air Force Base, which must deal with logistics and possible threats.
Florida Democrats vote Charlie Crist to take on Gov. DeSantis in November
by Greg Allen
Florida Democrats have selected Charlie Crist as their candidate who they hope will unseat Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in November. They hope his moderate tone and familiarity will appeal to voters.
6 months into the war in Ukraine, diplomats haven't made much headway on peace talks
by Michele Kelemen
There has been very little diplomacy during the course of the war in Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine are seeking battlefield advantage before negotiating.
On the 31st anniversary of Ukraine's split from Soviet Union, the war hits month 6
by Frank Langfitt
Ukraine is celebrating 31 years of independence from the Soviet Union on Wednesday. It is also six months to the day since President Putin sent troops to try to bring Ukraine back into Russia's orbit.
Exiled writers reflect on freedom of speech in America in light of Rushdie attack
by Jim Zarroli
For dissident writers fleeing persecution overseas, the United States has long been a safe haven, a place where freedom of expression is tolerated and, even, valued.
Classrooms in Columbus, Ohio, are empty on 1st day back as teachers strike
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Regina Fuentes, Columbus Education Association spokesperson, about the teacher's strike over failed contract negotiations between the teacher's union and the school board.
With less water for lawns, some Californians switch to drought-resistant landscapes
by Erin Stone
About 6 million households in California face water restrictions this summer. But after years of drought conditions, some residents are adapting by planting yards that use less water.