Palestinians in Gaza risk their lives to get food as hunger increases
Gaza has receded from headlines as the conflict between Iran and Israel escalates. But in past week, hundreds of Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, many trying to get food, officials said.
Health Experts Examine Reasons For Drop In COVID-19 Cases
Coronavirus infections, deaths and hospitalizations are down about 30%. Behavior, immunity and the end of the holidays could all be helping. But with new variants, some fear this may be short-lived.
New Surge Of Violent Attacks Against Asian Americans In Bay Area
In the San Francisco Bay area, there's been a number of attacks and robberies on older Asian Americans. That has alarmed residents and prompted stepped-up patrols by police.
Why Issues With Medical Records Interfere With Vaccine Rollouts
The electronic health record system is complicating the U.S.'s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. NPR's Noel King talks to Dr. Bob Kocher, who has advised California on its virus response, about the issue.
Georgia District Attorney Opens Criminal Investigation Into Election Interference
Fulton County's DA has opened a criminal investigation into "attempts to influence the administration of the 2020 Georgia General Election," according sent to the Georgia secretary of state.
WHO Weighs In On AstraZeneca Vaccine Effectiveness
The WHO issued interim guidance on usage of the AstraZeneca vaccine, after a small study found low efficacy against coronavirus variants.
In U.S., Immigrants From Myanmar Monitor Post-Coup Protests Back Home
Many in the Myanmar immigrant community in the U.S. worry about family and friends back home, where tensions between security forces and protesters continue to escalate following a military coup.
Coronavirus Testing Remains A Problem For Farmworkers, Meatpackers
Despite being at-risk, essential workers, many who work in farming or meatpacking still lack access to coronavirus testing. Farmworker advocates say that doesn't bode well for vaccination outreach.
Chicago Aims To Deter Juveniles From Participating In Carjackings
Carjackings have increased by huge numbers in several cities and many of the suspects are juveniles. Communities are grappling with enforcing the law while also embracing rehabilitation.
3 Spacecraft Will Land On Mars At About The Same Time
Last summer three spacecraft took off for Mars within days of each other. And just about seven months after launch, the three will soon greet the Red Planet at about the same time.
GOP Strategist: Some Members Of Congress Are Accomplices To Insurrection
NPR'S Sacha Pfeifer talks to Sarah Longwell, publisher of the conservative site The Bulwark, about whether elected officials, who helped to incite Capitol rioters, should be held accountable.