All Things Considered
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Next U.S. census will have new boxes for 'Middle Eastern or North African,' 'Latino'
by Hansi Lo Wang
Biden officials approved proposals for the U.S. census and federal surveys to change how Latinos are asked about their race and ethnicity and to add a checkbox for "Middle Eastern or North African."
An Indigenous lacrosse team is reclaiming its native identity
by Noelle E. C. Evans
Lacrosse originated with Native Americans, who are still some of the finest players. The famed Iroquois Nationals have a new name this season. They consider "Iroquois" a slur.
Supreme Court rules against the Navajo Nation in water dispute
by Luke Runyon
Today the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the Navajo Nation in a long-running dispute over what obligations the federal government has to supply water to Native Americans.
What makes Victor Wembanyama so special?
At the 2023 NBA draft, all eyes are on French 19-year-old and basketball star Victor Wembanyama. Zach Kram, a staff writer for The Ringer, explains what makes this athlete so special and so coveted.
On tonight's state dinner menu for vegetarian Modi, mushrooms are the star
by Deepa Shivaram
Stuffed portobello mushrooms are the featured entree at tonight's gala state dinner for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, thanks to a guest chef who specializes in plant-based cuisine.
Astronaut study sheds light on what makes them get sick more easily in space
by Ari Daniel
A new study of astronaut blood finds that space travel alters gene expression in a way that impacts the immune system.
All 5 passengers on OceanGate's missing Titan submersible are dead
All five passengers aboard the missing submersible owned by OceanGate have died in a "catastrophic implosion," the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed.
Takeaways from the roundtable with President Biden on artificial intelligence
Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, talks about his recent meeting with President Biden to discuss regulating artificial intelligence.
Migrant boat disaster has Greece and European authorities facing criticism
by Lydia Emmanouilidou
Last week a boat full of migrants seeking a better life in Europe sank in Greek waters. With hundreds missing and dozens confirmed dead, Greek and European authorities are facing criticism.
Political trial of Brazil's former President Bolsonaro is underway
by Carrie Kahn
Brazil's former far-right President Jair Bolsonaro is accused of abusing power and spreading false information. If he's found guilty, he could be barred from running for office for eight years.
LA's mayor calls Texas governor's busing of migrants a despicable stunt
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass talks about the 42 migrants that were recently sent by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to L.A. as part of his push against federal immigration policies.
Hearing on East Palestine, Ohio, train disaster focuses on emergency response
The National Transportation Safety Board is in the midst of hearings on the train derailment that spewed toxins into the air in East Palestine, Ohio. The Allegheny Front's Julie Grant reports.