- New research points to raccoon dogs in Wuhan market as pandemic trigger. It's controversialby Gabriel Spitzer on September 19, 2024 at 3:47 pm
With genetic samples from the infamous Wuhan market, a new study makes the case that raccoon dogs are likely the animal that infected humans. Proponents of the lab leak theory are dubious.
- Why Teamsters won't endorse a candidate for 2024. And, how to avoid credit card debt.by Brittney Melton on September 19, 2024 at 12:01 pm
The Teamsters, a large and prominent union, is not endorsing a presidential candidate this cycle, breaking away from what other labor unions are doing. And, tips on how to avoid credit card debt.
- Ukraine keeps up the fight against HIV while fighting a warby David Cox on September 19, 2024 at 11:22 am
Progress in preventing infections was being made in the country with Europe's second-highest number of HIV cases. Then came the Russian invasion.
- Bomb threats followed Trump's false claims about Springfield. Some Haitians may leaveby Obed Manuel on September 19, 2024 at 11:16 am
A Haitian community leader in Springfield, Ohio tells Morning Edition that some newcomers are pondering leaving after a string of bomb threats made to the city after former President Trump elevated debunked claims about new migrants during presidential debate with VP Harris.
- A viral nine-month world cruise saw plenty of drama, but not the kind you'd expectby Rachel Treisman on September 19, 2024 at 11:03 am
The "Ultimate World Cruise" consumed social media, with many comparing it to a reality show. But what was it really like? Passengers spoke with NPR, nine months and 60-plus countries later.
- 2 close calls have the Secret Service facing criticism and an uncertain futureby Alana Wise on September 19, 2024 at 9:15 am
The Secret Service is again facing criticism following a second apparent attempt on former President Donald Trump's life.
- In a major shift, the U.S. government explores giving renters cash, not vouchersby Jennifer Ludden on September 19, 2024 at 9:00 am
Federal housing vouchers are the largest rental aid program, but many landlords reject them. Experiments will test whether cash helps more people sign a lease.
- Concerns about noncitizen voting drive sweeping new restrictions in New Hampshireby Miles Parks on September 19, 2024 at 9:00 am
A new law in New Hampshire will require anyone registering to vote for the first time in the Granite State to provide documentation they are U.S. citizens, like a birth certificate or passport.
- Sickle cell gene therapies roll out slowlyby Rob Stein on September 19, 2024 at 9:00 am
It’s been almost a year since the Food and Drug Administration approved the first genetic treatments for sickle cell disease. So far, only a few patients have received the long-awaited treatments.
- Exclusive: Watchdog finds Black girls face more frequent, severe discipline in schoolby Claudia Grisales on September 19, 2024 at 9:00 am
The Government Accountability Office found that Black girls received nearly half of the most severe punishments, like expulsion, even though they represent only 15% of girls in public schools.
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