France struggles to deal with the heatwave hitting much of Europe
Much of Europe, including France, is dealing with a brutal heatwave. Some people are better prepared than others in a country where most people do not have air conditioning.
American Poet Leah Naomi Green Releases Her First Book
Leah Naomi Green is the 2019 winner of the Walt Whitman Award by the Academy of American Poets. Part of the honor is getting her first book published. The More Extravagant Feast came out on April 7.
Western States Are Planning To Reopen Under The Pressure Of Right-Wing Groups
Interior Western states had significant coronavirus hotspots but avoided pandemic's worst. Governors are starting to release reopening plans in the face of pressure from right-wing groups.
ICUs Are Changing To Meet The Needs Of The Coronavirus Patients
Medical staffs are reeling from the changes COVID-19 has brought to intensive care units — from redesigning the spaces to changing what it means to care for patients who are facing death alone.
Tips For Living Alone During The Pandemic
According to U.S. Census data, more than 36 million Americans live by themselves. A few chime in with suggestions for weathering the pandemic alone.
Families On Outside Try To Advocate For Hospitalized Loved Ones
People separated from hospitalized loved ones are now feeling especially helpless, as they're unable to be at their bedsides. Many are desperately trying to find ways to advocate for their care.
Your Anti-Anxiety Playlist: 'Xanadu'
Listeners share the songs that make them feel calm during this stressful time.
Shaggy Hair Blues During Lockdown
Forced to take hair care into their own hands, people are cutting, dying and hiding their heads until they can get back to the salon or barbershop.
Nebraska Governor On Decision To Partially Reopen State In May
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts about his decision to reopen parts of the state's economy on May 4.
Libertarian Perspective On Government's Role In Health Crisis
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Michael Cannon of the libertarian-leaning Cato Institute about the balance between civil liberties and government-issued orders during the coronavirus pandemic.