Pilgrims and clergy gather in remote Alaska village to canonize first Yup'ik saint
The Orthodox Christian tradition is strong in the tiny village of Kwethluk, Alaska. It recently welcomed clergy and pilgrims from around the world to canonize a local midwife and healer as a saint.
Chicago Rapper G Herbo Pivots To Vulnerability — And Scores A Hit
G Herbo came up in Chicago's drill scene — a style of music praised for its lack of affect and criticized for its portrayal of violence. But on his new album PTSD, he drops the mask and cries.
Experts Say A National Quarantine Is Probably Not Legal
President Trump has raised the idea of placing residents of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut under a quarantine to limit the spread of the coronavirus. Can he do that? Experts say: not really.
Fans Turn To Marble Racing For A Spectator Sports Fix
With nearly all professional sports on hold, some spectators have turned to marble racing videos to fulfill the need for competition.
In Some Countries, Coronavirus Has Sparked An Authoritarian Power Grab
The leaders of Hungary, Israel and the Philippines have exploited the coronavirus crisis to consolidate their hold on power and weaken institutions that could curb them.
Many Immigration Courts Continue In-Person Operations, Despite Calls To Pause
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Mimi Tsankov of the National Association of Immigration Judges about the state of immigration courts across the country amid the coronavirus crisis.
College Labs Become Coronavirus Testing Facilities, Courtesy Of Student Volunteers
With the present need for coronavirus tests, university research labs are rapidly switching to patient testing. Many are calling on graduate student volunteers to make it happen.
The Colorado County With A Long History Of Shutting Itself Off To A Pandemic
During the flu epidemic of 1918, the town of Gunnison, Colo. shut itself off from the world. Today, Gunnison County has been hit hard by the coronavirus, and is asking outsiders to stay away again.
Iconic Gaming Franchise Returns With 'Half-Life: Alyx'
After a long hiatus, the iconic Half-Life video game franchise is back. Half-Life: Alyx came out last week, and hopes to re-shape the virtual reality industry.
Coronavirus Updates: Unemployment Numbers, Democratic National Convention Pushed Back
Last week, more than 6 million jobless Americans sought unemployment benefits. NPR correspondents look at the rising economic fallout from COVID-19 — and the latest science and political news.
Report: Trump Organization Seeks Financial Help During Coronavirus Outbreak
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with New York Times reporter David Enrich about the Trump Organization seeking financial assistance to help with the effects of the coronavirus epidemic on the company.
A Medical School Graduate Goes Straight To The Front Lines
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Gabrielle Mayer, who is graduating from medical school early to help the coronavirus-positive patients coming into Bellevue Hospital in New York City.