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Understanding elephant communication
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with biologist Vesta Eleuteri regarding a study she authored about elephant communication.
Wisconsin Republicans Try To Convince Voters That Mail-In Voting Is Safe And Easy
by Maayan Silver
Even as President Trump and other Republicans claim mail-in voting could lead to fraud, local GOP officials are trying hard to convince voters that it's safe and easy to cast an absentee ballot.
Rwanda Arrests The Man Who Inspired The Hollywood Film 'Hotel Rwanda'
by Eyder Peralta
Paul Rusesabagina, portrayed in the film Hotel Rwanda as the hero who saved fellow Rwandans during the 1994 genocide, has been arrested and charged by his government with terrorism.
University Of California, Santa Cruz, Rehires Student Assistants Fired In Spring
by Erika Mahoney
Teaching assistants at the University of California, Santa Cruz who were picketing in the spring will assist classes virtually this fall. But their fight for higher wages isn't over.
A Look At Kamala Harris As A Prosecutor
Joe Biden's running mate relies heavily on her experience as a district attorney and California attorney general. In those positions, she's navigated criticism from both the left and the right.
New York City Reaches Agreement With Educator Union To Push Back The Start Of School
by Anya Kamenetz
The United Federation of Teachers, which represents most of New York City's educators, has announced it has reached an agreement over a safe school reopening plan.
Impact Of Climate Policy On 2020 Presidential Election
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with Varshini Prakash, co-founder of the Sunrise Movement and an adviser to Joe Biden's climate task force, about the impact of climate policy on this year's election.
Oregon Law Enforcement Turns Down Governor's Help Request
by Martin Kaste
Oregon's governor asked other departments to help Portland police with ongoing unrest, but they refused. They say they don't want to get involved unless Portland is more willing to crack down.
President Trump Visits Kenosha, Wis., To Show Support For Police And Businesses
by Mara Liasson
President Trump said he went to Kenosha, Wis., to show support for law enforcement and businesses affected by recent protests. Critics say his visit might stoke further confrontation.
Gyms Want A Chance To Show They Can Be Safe
by Will Stone
Gyms shut down quickly when the coronavirus pandemic began because exercising indoors, sharing equipment and breathing heavily could spread the virus. But now gyms are trying to show they can be safe.
Venice Film Festival To Return Amid The Pandemic
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Andreas Wiseman of Deadline about the Venice Film Festival, which is scheduled to start Wednesday.