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The FAFSA debacle is throwing a wrench in students' college plans
by Janet W. Lee
May 1 is a traditional decision day for many high school seniors to pick their college. But this year's trouble with the federal financial aid form has thrown that process into turmoil.
The Oldest Queer Bar In San Francisco Closes Its Doors
by Holly McDede
San Francisco's oldest queer bar is closing after more than five decades. The Stud has been a beacon for LGTBQ culture — especially drag culture — in the Bay Area.
Texas Bar Owner Talks Trough His Decision To Reopen His Businesses
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Bob Woody, an owner of several bars and nightclubs in Austin, Texas, about his decision to reopen his establishments.
Biden Says African-American Voters, Who Are Not Sure Whom To Vote For, "Ain't Black"
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden said African-American voters, unsure about whether to vote for him or President Trump, "ain't black."
Tensions Between The U.S. And China Increase During The Pandemic
From trade to technology to the handling of the coronavirus, the relationship between the U.S. and China seems to be disintegrating. NPR's correspondents discuss increasing tensions amid the pandemic.
Some Religious Leaders Vow To Have In-Person Services Despite Government Orders
by Tom Gjelten
Some religious leaders around the country keep saying they will reopen their churches despite government orders, and the Trump Administration is now siding with those churches.
Effects Of The Pandemic On The Fashion Industry
The Washington Post's fashion critic Robin Givhan answers listener questions about the impact of the coronavirus on the fashion industry.
How The Coronavirus Pandemic Has Changed Work Of Educators In The U.S., Continued
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with special education teacher Anna Jones and school administrator Wayne Stewart about how the coronavirus pandemic has changed their work as educators.
How The Coronavirus Pandemic Has Changed Work Of Educators In The U.S.
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with special education teacher Anna Jones and school administrator Wayne Stewart about how the coronavirus pandemic has changed their work as educators.
A Doctor Answers Questions On Health Disparities And Treatments For COVID-19
Dr. Tracey Henryan, an assistant health director at Grady Primary Care Center in Atlanta, answers listener questions on health disparities and treatments for COVID-19.
The Pandemic Creates A Perfect Environment For New Types Of Fraud
by Martin Kaste
The pandemic has caused fear, uncertainty and unpredictability, as well as lavished new forms of government aid. It became a perfect environment for scammers.
What Happened Today: Unemployment Keeps Rising, Economy Questions
by Danielle Kurtzleben
NPR's economics correspondent answers listener questions about unemployment and the state of the U.S. economy during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Trump Visits Michigan, Argues It's Time To Reopen The State
by Mara Liasson
President Trump on Thursday has visited a battleground state of Michigan, where he has sparred with Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer — and made his case for reopening the state's economy.