Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Trump administration's emergency request to fire the heads of two independent agencies. But the decision is technically a temporary one.
Johnson Outlines Plan To Lift Nearly All Of England's COVID-19 Restrictions
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the United Kingdom will alleviate most restrictions associated with the pandemic by July 19, despite a recent increase in infections.
How Did China Become The World's Dominant Polysilicon Producer?
China is a leader in the manufacture of polysilicon — the basic material that goes into making solar panels. China has cracked the code for how to make high quality, cheap polysilicon.
Health Promoters Help Latinos Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Vaccination rates have stalled across the U.S., but are on the rise among Latinos. That's thanks in part to volunteer promotoras — foot soldiers known as health promoters.
Canadian Housing Prices Skyrocket, But There Are Some Affordable Options
In Ontario, a 19 acre lot off Lake Erie is listed for about $80,000. There is a catch. The listing reads: "This property is presently under water. But could have endless possibilities in the future."
Biden Tries To Balance Calls To Reform The Police Amid More Mass Shootings
President Biden is trying to walk a thin line between trying to tackle a surge in violent crime while also getting a police overhaul bill across the finish line.
The Container Ship That Blocked Suez Canal Is Set To Sail On Wednesday
The owners and insurers of the giant container ship Ever Given have announced a settlement with the Suez Canal Authority, which has held the ship since it got stuck in the canal in March.
U.S. Pandemic Restrictions Remain In Place On International Travelers
Many things are getting back to normal this summer. But so far, foreign tourists are not being allowed into the U.S., and that's hurting communities and businesses dependent on them.
People Are Walking Away From Jobs That They Say Aren't Cutting It Anymore
Americans are leaving their jobs in record numbers. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to three people who have reimagined their working lives — and their lives away from work.
Residents Of Champlain Towers South Lose Their Homes In Demolition
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Charles Burkett, the mayor of Surfside, Fla., about developments in the Champlain Towers South condominium collapse as Tropical Storm Elsa heads for the region.
Dozens Of People Are Killed After A Military Plane Crashes In The Philippines
A Philippines Air Force C-130 troop transport plane carrying more than 90 people crashed, killing at least 47 soldiers plus three civilians on the ground. Forty-nine troops were reported injured.
