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Idaho's biggest hospital says emergency flights for pregnant patients up sharply
by Julie Luchetta/Boise State Public Radio
Idaho's biggest hospital system says the number of people needing flights out of Idaho for emergency abortions is up sharply since the state's abortion ban took effect.
Federal Moratorium On Evictions Expires On Friday. What's Next?
by Chris Arnold
A federal moratorium on evictions has helped millions of renters stay in their homes during the pandemic. But a wave of evictions might be on the way as the protections expire Friday.
Trump Downscales RNC, Says Coronavirus 'Hot Spots' May Need To Delay School Reopening
by Mara Liasson
President Trump on Thursday has downscaled the Republican National Convention. He also acknowledged that cities or states facing surges of coronavirus cases might need to delay reopening schools.
Lemon Drizzle Cakes And Radio Show: How 1 Irish County Helps Elderly During Pandemic
by Gregory Warner
The Irish government advised the elderly to cocoon in their homes during the pandemic. To help them follow orders, neighbors in one Irish county responded with lemon drizzle cakes and community radio.
Experts Warn Coronavirus Outbreaks In The South Could Affect The Northeast
by Nurith Aizenman
Forecasters say the coronavirus outbreaks across the South have been seeding a resurgence in the Northeast. Consequences could be severe unless the Northeast steps up social distancing immediately.
No More Watching From Afar: Moms And Dads Join Protests In Portland, Ore.
by Jonathan Levinson (OPB)
A new group of protesters has entered the fray in Portland — middle-aged moms and dads have joined racial justice marches calling for federal law enforcement to leave the city.
More Epic Than You May Think: Marie Curie's Biopic, 'Radioactive,' Reviewed
by Bob Mondello
Radioactive seems like a straightforward biopic of physicist Marie Curie at first. But it becomes more complicated as the director uses flash-forwards to illustrate the effects of Curie's discoveries.
Critics Say Changes To USPS May Completely Transform The Post Office
by Brian Naylor
A new postmaster general took command at the U.S. Postal Service in June and is already implementing changes that critics say may convert the post office from a public service to a delivery business.
Joe Biden's Potential Running Mate: Who Is Susan Rice?
by Don Gonyea
Susan Rice is one of the potential running mates of presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden. She has experience as an ambassador and in national security, but none as a vice presidential candidate.
President Trump To Repeal Obama-Era Fair Housing Rule Aimed To Combat Racial Bias
by Danielle Kurtzleben
Trump is building a political case around suburban identity that's targeting mostly white voters. He is also planning to repeal an Obama-era housing rule that is aimed to combat racial bias.
President Maduro Consolidates Power As The Opposition Grows Weaker
by John Otis
With Venezuela's opposition weakened and in disarray, chances that U.S-backed Juan Guaido will unseat strongman Nicolás Maduro appear to be dimming.