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At Morehouse, Biden says dissent should be heard because democracy is 'still the way'
Facing potential headwinds with both young voters and Black voters, President Biden's Morehouse College commencement address focused on his view of the importance - and future of - democracy.
Las Vegas Casinos Are Open At 50% Capacity. What About Las Vegas Hospitals?
by Will Stone
Las Vegas is on shaky footing as it reopens with one of the nation's highest infection rates. An NPR analysis shows the city could run into trouble with hospital capacity if cases keep climbing.
Floridians Beg The State To Allow Visits To Nursing Homes
by Greg Allen
Florida closed nursing homes to visitors because of the coronavirus, but unlike many states, still hasn't reopened them. Family members are begging the state to allow them to see their loved ones.
The Evolution Of Ellen: A Talk Show Host Faces New Scrutiny
by Eric Deggans
Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has made major strides for LGBTQ representation. However, she's come under scrutiny lately after reported allegations about how her staff is treated.
California Coronavirus Testing Problem Prompts Resignation Of Public Health Official
by Scott Shafer (KQED)
California's public health director has resigned after revelations of an extensive backlog of untested coronavirus test kits. More than a quarter-million tests there are still awaiting processing.
Ballot Drop Boxes Gain Popularity As An Alternative To In-Person And Mail-In Voting
by Pam Fessler
With concerns about in-person voting or relying on mail-in voting, more election offices are providing secure drop boxes to submit absentee ballots. But the Trump campaign is suing to limit their use.
A Pac-12 College Football Player On This Season's Tenuous Prospects
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Washington State football player Dallas Hobbs about the prospect of returning to the field this fall and the risks that follow.
Comments From Spotify CEO Anger Some Musicians
by Andrew Limbong
Spotify is one of few companies finding success during the pandemic. But recent comments from CEO Daniel Ek have rubbed some musicians the wrong way. Some argue for a change in the payout formula.
The Philippines Becomes Coronavirus Hot Spot In Southeast Asia
by Michael Sullivan
The Philippines has overtaken Indonesia as the coronavirus hot spot in Southeast Asia — the country has more than 122,000 confirmed cases. Critics say it has no coherent pandemic response plan.
Unrest Erupts In Downtown Chicago Following Police Shooting
by Cheryl Corley
Downtown Chicago was the target of violence early Monday as large groups moved through the area, smashing windows and looting stores. The city vowed to crack down on violence.
Hong Kong Police Arrests A Prominent Pro-Democracy Figure, Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Keith Richburg, a journalism professor at the University of Hong Kong, about the arrest of Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai under Hong Kong's new security law.
Protests Erupt In Belarus Over The Results Of Presidential Election
by Lucian Kim
Opponents of the autocratic leader of Belarus have taken to the streets to protest the results of Sunday's presidential election, which show President Alexander Lukashenko winning in a landslide.
Lebanese Government Resigns In Response To Protests Over Explosion In Beirut
Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab announced his cabinet's resignation Monday, responding to outrage over a catastrophic explosion in Beirut.