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Beethoven may have had lead poisoning
by Ari Daniel
Samples of Beethoven's hair reveal he may have suffered from lead poisoning, which could explain some of the difficult physical maladies the composer suffered in his life.
'Chicago Tribune' Reporters Face Tumultuous Times During Pandemic
by David Folkenflik
Reporters at the Chicago Tribune are covering stories that put them in close contact with COVID-19. Meanwhile, their pay is being cut and their company is preparing to be taken over by a hedge fund.
Coronavirus Updates: The Latest In The U.S. Response
NPR economics, science and politics correspondents relay the latest in the response to the coronavirus epidemic in the United States.
CDC Director Shares Plan On Contact Tracing
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Robert Redfield outlined the agency's "contact tracing" strategy in an interview with NPR, as states scramble to prepare for reopening.
Congress Reaches Deal On Expansion Of Emergency Funding
by Kelsey Snell
Bipartisan negotiators and the Trump administration reached a deal on spending more money to support small businesses, as well as to assist hospitals and improve testing nationwide.
Nurse Of Non-COVID-19 Patients On Her Life As An Essential Worker Now
Nurse Maria Lim works in a rehabilitation facility in Orange County, Calif. She is an essential worker who gives us her aural journal this week.
President Trump Is Considering Pausing Immigration To U.S.
by Joel Rose
President Trump announced in a late-night tweet that he would suspend immigration into the U.S. But that executive order — which has not yet been released — may contain some big exemptions.
Mail-In Voting Sparks New Political Battle, Endangers Elections
by Pam Fessler
The push to expand mail-in voting during the pandemic has led to a new legal battle between political parties and related interest groups. The conflict might have a major impact on upcoming elections.
U.S. Chamber Of Commerce President On What Business Leaders Are Thinking
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Suzanne Clark, president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, about when businesses should reopen, and why she's cautious about timing.
Physician Helps Listeners Make Choices
Internal medicine physician Dr. Abraar Karan of Harvard Medical School gives advice to listeners who find themselves in tough situations, such as needing to travel or take care of elders.
Global Health Expert Answers The Most Common Coronavirus Questions
by Pien Huang
Global health expert Dr. Abraar Karan and NPR's Pien Huang answer the most common listener questions on the spread of the coronavirus, its symptoms, testing and treatment.