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Sheryl Crow changed her mind about releasing a new album. The change did her good
Sheryl Crow announced her final album in 2019. She has since reconsidered her position. Her 2024 album is called Evolution.
Iranian Nuclear Scientist Assassinated, State Media Says
by Peter Kenyon
The man who apparently heads Iran's nuclear program, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, has been assassinated in an attack of some kind, just outside the capital Tehran. Iran's Defense Minister confirmed his death.
Retailers Change Up Black Friday Deals To Keep Shoppers Safe
by Alina Selyukh
Retailers are adjusting their Black Friday traditions and sales to keep people safe.
Nicaragua Struggles To Rebuild After Hurricanes Hit
Nicaragua experienced its strongest storm recorded last week. Now the tens of thousands affected are also contending with a continued government crackdown.
New Mexico Distillery Owners Discuss Closing Their Business Because Of COVID-19
Matt and Susan Simonds struggled to keep their Albuquerque distillery afloat over the summer during the pandemic. Now, they are among the tens of thousands of small businesses that have gone under.
Deer Snatches Hunter's Gun In Czech Republic
You might think twice about hunting deer if one comes charging at you with a gun. In the Czech Republic, a hunter's gun got caught in a deer's antlers. The animal promptly ran off.
Biden Expected To Name More Cabinet Members As Transition Of Power Goes On
by Asma Khalid
President-elect Joe Biden is expected to announce more members of his cabinet next week. He'll also begin getting access to the daily presidential briefings.
Reflecting On A Key Korean War Battle, 70 Years Later
by Anthony Kuhn
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the battle of Chosin Reservoir, a key moment in the Korean War. The war's legacy is felt to this day on the divided Korean peninsula.
Minnesota Nurse Uses Poetry To Cope With The Pandemic
As patients continue to fill hospitals across the nation, a Minnesota nurse is using poetry writing as a way to cope.
From 'Dash And Lily' To Dolly Parton: These Holiday Specials Will Bring On The Cheer
Linda Holmes and Glen Weldon from NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour talk about their favorite 2020 holiday TV specials.
Why Asking People To Change Their Behavior During The Pandemic Is So Hard
by Nina Feldman
To control the virus, some officials are forgoing rules or mandates and instead are relying on individuals to do the right thing. So what motivates behavior change, and what falls short?
Supreme Court Backs Religious Challenge To New York COVID-19 Restrictions
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld challenges from New York churches and synagogues to state pandemic restrictions on religious services. Amy Coney Barrett voted with the court's new conservative majority.