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Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
by Leila Fadel
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
The Prosecution Continues To Lay Out Its Case Against Singer R. Kelly
The federal trial in New York against R&B star R. Kelly heads into its fourth week. There's been a long line of alleged victims, former employees and others who have already testified against him.
Singer And LGBT Icon, Archbishop Carl Bean, Dies At 77
Archbishop Carl Bean, an AIDS activist and pioneer in the LGBTQ religious movement, has died. The openly gay pastor was also a Motown singer. His version of "I Was Born This Way" inspired Lady Gaga.
News Brief: Delta Variant, Upcoming Vaping Decision, Elizabeth Holmes Trial
President Biden is expected to announce a new strategy to deal with the delta variant. The FDA is deciding which e-cigarettes will be banned. The ex-CEO of Theranos is on trial for fraud.
U.S. Aims To Reunite Afghan Children Separated From Families During Evacuations
by Michele Kelemen
Hundreds of children were separated from their families while leaving Afghanistan. Many are at a transit center at a military base in Germany, where Secretary of State Blinken met with some of them.
Over the Summer, Sammy Salvano Created A Prosthetic Hand For A Friend
With the help of a 3D printer, the 14-year-old built a prosthetic hand for Ewan Kirby, who is missing fingers on one hand. The prosthetic fits well. Ewan tested it by picking up his mother's car keys.
How The Events Of 9/11 Still Affect The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
by Daniel Estrin
The aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks affected the decisions of Israeli and Palestinian leaders during the Second Intifada in ways that still have an impact.
For Calif. Gov. Newsom To Stay In Office, He Needs Latinos To Vote
by Guy Marzorati
Latinos make up about 85% of California's Imperial County and many there are registered Democrats. Gov. Newsom wants them to vote "No" in his recall, but there are worries they won't turn out to vote.
The FDA Considers The Benefit Of Vaping For Adults, Over The Risk Of Teen Addiction
The FDA will rule on applications from e-cigarette makers who want to stay on the market. Advocates who sued the agency say products that contain flavors and high levels of nicotine should be banned.
Some Novels And Short Stories That Have Been Inspired By The 9/11 Attacks
NPR's Rachel Martin talks with author Marlon James about how novelists have approached writing about the Sept. 11 attacks. He also has some reading recommendations.
9/11 Anniversary Will Be The Latest Instance When Biden Has Given A Voice To Grief
by Tamara Keith
Putting words to the pain of loss has become a recurring theme of Joe Biden's presidency. There may, however, be limits to Biden's empathy and how it is received.
If You're A Millennial, You May Have Considered Steve Burns A Friend
Burns and his animated pup helped teach kids about kindness on their show Blue's Clues. He left the show abruptly. In a video message celebrating the show's 25th year, he said, " I never forgot you."
Pakistani Novelist Mohsin Hamid Explains What 9/11 Meant For Pakistan
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Pakistani novelist Mohsin Hamid about the sprawling and tragic effects of the war in Afghanistan. Hamid's novels include: The Reluctant Fundamentalist and Exit West.