Remembering former Rep. Charles Rangel, who has died at 94
The Democrat represented a New York City district including the historically Black neighborhood of Harlem for nearly 50 years.
Demand For Temporary Nurses Surges During Pandemic
The pandemic has intensified the U.S. nursing shortage, creating opportunities for nurses willing to take on the riskiest work. The booming gig economy has given some a chance to double their pay.
CDC Advisory Committee Chair On Vaccine Distribution
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Dr. Jose Romero, Arkansas health secretary and chair of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention immunization advisory committee, about vaccine distribution.
Effects Of The Pandemic On Bus Travel Industry
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on airlines has been well-documented. The fallout for bus service has been less visible but equally severe.
How A New Coronavirus Relief Bill Will Help Americans In The Pandemic
A new pandemic relief bill is expected to contain nearly $1 trillion in spending to keep the economy moving. But critics say it isn't big enough and doesn't address some of the most urgent priorities.
Congress Reaches Pandemic Relief Deal
Congress has reached a deal on a $900 billion coronavirus relief package, which includes direct payments, money for small businesses, resources for vaccine distribution and more.
Native Americans Express Skepticism Over COVID-19 Vaccine
Native Americans have had bad experiences with health research and care in the past, and that's coloring their feelings about COVID-19 vaccines. NPR discusses efforts to win back their trust.
U.S. Hospitals Try To Bend But Not Break As They Wait For COVID-19 Vaccine To Kick In
Many U.S. hospitals are struggling to find enough space and staff to treat COVID-19 patients. The surge in the coronavirus has made them come up with creative treatment and staffing solutions.
What It's Like To Grow Up As A Member Of 'Model Minority'
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with reporter Arun Venugopal about how the government's "model minority" perception promoted Asian American success while limiting opportunities for other nonwhite Americans.
Fans Are Outraged Over College Football Playoff Rankings
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Nicole Auerbach of The Athletic over the latest controversial college football playoff rankings.
Tommy Oliver On His Documentary About 1978 MOVE Standoff In Philadelphia
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with filmmaker Tommy Oliver about 40 Years a Prisoner — his documentary about the fallout of a 1978 standoff between Philadelphia police and the back-to-the-land group MOVE.
How The Arab World Is Reacting To Accords With Israel
The Trump administration mediated deals for four Arab countries to recognize Israel. NPR correspondents who recently visited Sudan and the United Arab Emirates discuss reactions in the Arab world.