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After years in a Syrian ISIS camp, a 10-person American family is back in the U.S.
by Sacha Pfeiffer
The complex deal also brought home two sons of a Minnesota man who fought for ISIS.
American Consulate In Chengdu Closes After China Makes Retaliatory Move
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rui Zhong of the Wilson Center about the consulate's closure after China's government ordered it shut down. Earlier, the U.S. ordered China close its consulate in Houston.
Soldier Reported Missing In Korean War Is Buried In Wisconsin Decades Later
The remains of Army Cpl. Francis J. Rochon have been laid to rest. He was declared unaccounted for in the Korean War. His sister Marian Klein recounts her brother's long journey home.
Congressional GOP Set To Release Latest Version Of COVID-19 Relief Package
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Kelsey Snell and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer about the negotiations on coronavirus relief that are expected to follow in the days and weeks ahead.
NPR Podcast 'Throughline' Delves Into The Kerner Commission's Findings
In 1967, following a summer of racial unrest, President Lyndon Johnson called on the Kerner Commission to figure out the causes and the remedies. Those findings continue to shape American life.
Americans With Disabilities Act: Examining Its Impact 3 Decades Later
Sunday marked 30 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. We asked people how this legislation has impacted their life, and what's left to improve.
Volunteers Rescue St. Bernard From England's Highest Peak
Daisy, who weighs 121 pounds, was unable to walk. Volunteers adapted a human stretcher and spent five hours carrying her to safety — feeding her treats along the way.
News Brief: COVID-19 Relief Plan, Portland Protests, Remembering John Lewis
Republicans will unveil the latest version of a coronavirus relief package. Protests continue in Portland, Ore. And, the body of Rep. John Lewis will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.
Married Couple Affected By Muslim Travel Ban, Pandemic Constraints
by Joanna Kakissis
A couple forced into a long-distance marriage because of a Trump administration travel ban on Muslim countries haven't seen each other in more than five months because of pandemic travel restrictions.
Coronavirus Pushes Some Hospitals In Southern Louisiana To The Brink
by Rosemary Westwood
NPR analysis shows hospitals in Lafayette and Lake Charles have among the worst ratios of hospital beds to COVID-19 infection rates. We hear what that means for patients, families and health workers.
John Lewis, Sharecroppers' Son, Is Given A Heroes Sendoff In Alabama
by Debbie Elliott
People from across Alabama turned out to honor the life of Congressman John Lewis. He was born in Alabama and many of his most important civil rights moments happened in the state.
Racial Justice Protests In Portland Enter Their 3rd Month
by Vanessa Romo
Protests stemming from the killing of George Floyd continued over the weekend in Portland, Ore., following a judge's ruling that denied a request for a restraining order against federal police.
Lottery Winner In Jamaica Avoids The Spotlight Dressed As Darth Vader
The man, hiding his identity, showed up in the Star Wars costume to claim his $95 million prize. The lottery company tweeted: May the millions be with you.