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Jennifer Aniston's production company plans to reboot '9 to 5'
The 1980 classic starred Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as three women seeking revenge against their sexist boss. It made more than $100 million at the box office.
Trump Administration Lags Reuniting Families Separated At Southern Border
by Joel Rose
Lawyers for the Justice Department and ACLU have revealed that they haven't been able to find the parents of 545 migrant children separated by immigration officials at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Spike In COVID-19 Cases Strains Hospitals, Especially In Rural Areas
by Will Stone
Most states have surging coronavirus case counts — 15 are up 40% or more. The start of what could be a third U.S. peak in cases first took hold in rural states, and they are straining to keep up.
Cosmonauts Read Tea Leaves To Find Air Leak Source
When an air leak got worse on the International Space Station, Russian cosmonauts broke open a tea bag to let the leaves float up to identify the source of the leak.
Wall Street Is A Big Source Of Campaign Cash For Democrats
by Jim Zarroli
The two major political parties raise money differently. Republicans tend to get more money from older industries such as energy and manufacturing. Democrats do better with technology and health care.
Nigerian Security Forces Open Fire On Protesters In Lagos
by Eyder Peralta
The largest protests in Nigeria in decades have shut down Lagos, Africa's largest city. For nearly two weeks, young people have been protesting police brutality and the lack of opportunity.
Watchdogs Examine Pompeo's Election-Year Politics For Law Breaking
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has been far more overtly political than his predecessors, raising ethics concerns about his possible Hatch Act violations.
Experts Warn Students May Face Challenges When In-Person Classes Resume
by Patti Neighmond
As in-person schooling returns in some districts, mental health professionals say many children will face difficulties as a result of the isolation and worry they experience during the pandemic.
Pandemic Challenges Band Students To Stay Safe While Practicing
by Robbie Feinberg
Because of COVID-19 protocols, school band classes have been moved to parking lots and athletic fields. Students attach coverings to the end of their instruments to stop droplets from getting out.
Will A Stimulus Deal Be Reached Before Election Day?
by Franco Ordoñez
While negotiations continue over a stimulus plan, President Trump is set to hold a rally in North Carolina Wednesday night, and former President Obama campaigns in Philadelphia for Joe Biden.
Pandemic Costs Pile Up As Many Schools Remain Closed
by Cory Turner
The pandemic-driven recession has forced states to slash their education budgets. School funding experts worry districts will have to make devastating cuts if the federal government doesn't help soon.
Britain Moves Toward Ethically Controversial COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
by Joe Palca
The British government has announced plans for a coronavirus vaccine challenge trial. Volunteers will receive an experimental vaccine and be exposed to the virus to test its efficacy.