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Prosecution and defense present closing arguments in trial of Sean Combs
by Scott Detrow
NPR's Anastasia Tsioulcas discusses the closing arguments in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial of hip hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
2 Alabama High Schools Celebrate Graduation Despite Coronavirus Concerns
by Janae Pierre
Two of the largest high schools in Alabama are holding their graduations this week — despite concerns about the coronavirus. Administrators say they will ensure proper social distancing.
Immigration To The U.S. Comes To A Standstill During The Pandemic
by Joel Rose
U.S. citizenship and green card applications have plummeted during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, the White House is planning to consider further cuts to work visas.
Protesters Offer Free Haircuts At Michigan Capitol To Defy Stay-At-Home Order
by Abigail Censky
Getting a haircut has become a rallying cry of those opposing stay-at-home orders across the U.S. A group of protesters in Michigan is now offering free haircuts on the capitol lawn.
Viral Vegan Influencer Makes Comforting TikTok Videos During The Pandemic
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with actress Tabitha Brown, who has become a sensation after gaining a new audience on TikTok using southern charm and uplifting messages during the pandemic.
Coronavirus Victims: Executioner And Anti-Death Penalty Activist Jerry Givens
Jerry Givens, who served as Virginia's chief executioner for 17 years and later became a prominent voice against capital punishment, has died at the age of 67 from COVID-19.
Floodwaters Force Thousands Of People To Evacuate In Michigan
by Tracy Samilton
The breach in two dams in Michigan has caused major flooding in two counties. Floodwaters are forcing thousands of people, who have been sheltering in place, to evacuate.
Optimism: Is It A Personality Trait, Or Could People Possibly Learn It?
by Alix Spiegel
Research shows that optimism is correlated with various good outcomes: higher life expectancy, better recovery rates, success at work. But is optimism a personality trait, or could it be learned?
What It Is Like To Serve As The State Department Inspector General
by Michele Kelemen
The Trump Administration has recently fired Steve Linick from the position of State Department's inspector general. Harold Geisel, who held this job before Linick, talks about specifics of the role.
2 Dams Breach, Cause Major Flooding In Michigan
Two dams have breached near Midland, Mich., causing major flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Midland Mayor Maureen Donker about what happened.
How Presidential Candidates Reach Voters Online
President Trump uses big rallies to reach voters. Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden prefers meeting people face-to-face. But the pandemic has moved both of their campaigns online.
Airbnb Closes Its Call Center In Barcelona
by Lucía Benavides
Barcelona's tourism sector is at a complete standstill this year. The landlords who usually lease apartments to tourists are now renting out to locals, and Airbnb has closed its call center there.
Trump Threatens To Cut Off Funding To States That Plan To Expand Absentee Voting
by Pam Fessler
President Trump has threatened to cut off unspecified federal funding to Michigan and Nevada because of their plans to expand absentee voting. He claims that such voting is ripe for rampant fraud.