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Clergy abuse survivors release report on cardinals who could be elected pope
by Jason DeRose
The Vatican says sex abuse is a major topic ahead of the conclave. A survivors network has launched a project to keep the the records of those who've sheltered abusive priests in the public eye.
El Salvador Has Adopted Bitcoin As Legal Tender — The First Country To Do So
by Tim Padgett
El Salvador became the first country in the world to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, kicking off a big and bold experiment for the popular cryptocurrency.
Anti-Vaccine Protesters In Canada Are Targeting Justin Trudeau's Campaign Events
by Emma Jacobs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called a snap federal election — a political miscalculation as it appears his party could lose seats. His campaign events are beset by anti-vaccine hecklers.
Mexico's Supreme Court Has Unanimously Struck Down A Law Which Criminalized Abortion
In a unanimous decision, Mexico's supreme court has struck down a state law that criminalized abortion. Advocates say the historic ruling opens the door for legal abortions nation-wide.
Revisiting A Conversation With Michael K. Williams' About His Winding Path To Success
Before Michael K. Williams played Omar Little on HBO's The Wire, he was a dancer in music videos starring artists like Madonna. Then a bar room brawl changed everything.
How Things Are Looking For Gov. Gavin Newsom A Week Before The Recall Election
by Libby Denkmann
California voters decide next week whether they want to keep Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat. Or, boot him from office and replace him with someone from the long list of candidates eyeing his seat.
Facing Growing Opposition, Brazil's Bolsonaro Has Mobilized His Supporters To Protest
by Philip Reeves
In cities around Brazil, Bolsonaro supporters demonstrated against those who oppose the far-right president. The intensity of the protests have some Brazilians worried about their country's future.
'American Crime Story' Tells The Story Of The Clinton Scandal From An Updated Angle
by Eric Deggans
FX's American Crime Story returns with a bold take on the Clinton impeachment. The story of the affair leaves few characters unscathed, including Monica Lewinsky — one of the show's producers.
Wildfire Smoke Makes Outdoor Air Hazardous. But It Might Not Be Much Safer Indoors
by Nathan Rott
For the millions of Americans dealing with wildfire smoke this summer, the message is to stay inside and shut windows. But new research shows smoke is making indoor air hazardous, too.
Biden Visited Areas Of The Northeast Hit By Ida
by Asma Khalid
President Biden met with people in New Jersey and Queens who were affected by Hurricane Ida, a disaster he is using to make the case for his infrastructure plans.
New Jersey Governor Wants More Hurricane Disaster Relief For Hard-Hit Counties
NPR'S Ailsa Chang speaks with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy about the devastation Hurricane Ida brought and what state and federal governments are doing to provide assistance to those affected.
Families Of 9/11 Victims May Get Answers When Classified Government Records Release
by Laura Sullivan
Families of 9/11 victims may get some answers this week about what the U.S. government knows about the attack. Some believe secrets documents could point the finger at Saudi government officials.
What We Know About The Taliban's Interim Government
by Jackie Northam
When Kabul fell to the Taliban on Aug. 15, the president of Afghanistan fled. It was so fast, the group didn't seem to have a plan to run the country. Tuesday, they announced an interim government.