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Port strikes end with deal on wages, averting economic disaster
The two sides have agreed to a 62% wage increase over 6 years in a deal between the International Longshoremen's Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance. The union had been seeking a 77% increase.
Israeli settlers try to block aid to Gaza as Blinken touts progress on trip to Israel
by Michele Kelemen
Israeli settlers tried to block a new aid route into Gaza. The incident was a setback for Blinken, who was trying to highlight progress in getting Palestinians food and supplies to stave off famine.
Rachel Khong explores genetics, race and the idea of being American in new novel
NPR's Juana Summers talks with author Rachel Khong about her book Real Americans, a multi-generational new novel about coming of age and defining who you are.
A bizarre fungus is threatening two emerging cicada broods
NPR's Juana Summers talks with mycologist Matt Kasson about a strange fungus that is threatening certain broods of periodical cicadas.
How Florida's six-week abortion ban will impact people in and around the state
NPR's Juana Summers talks with economics professor Caitlin Myers, who has been tracking travel distances to abortion facilities, about the impact of Florida's ban on abortion after six weeks.
When is law enforcement needed in protests? Security expert weighs in
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with security expert Juliette Kayyem about the decision to send in law enforcement at schools like Columbia University and UCLA. What strategy can bring de-escalation?
The Witness Stones Project unearths and shares stories of northern slavery
by Diane Orson
For centuries, stories of northern slavery were not easy to find. Understanding slavery in this project involves learning the stories of those enslaved — and bearing witness.
NPR poll: Democrats fear fascism, and Republicans worry about a lack of values
by Domenico Montanaro
A new 2024 election poll from NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist shows fundamental divides over concerns for America's future and what to teach the next generation.
The latest on student protests in New York City and around the country
Hundreds of students have been arrested as university leaders moved to break up encampments and take back buildings occupied by campus protesters angry over Israel's war in Gaza.
How dairy production is changing in response to avian flu
by Yuki Noguchi
New measures to stop avian flu among dairy cows are taking effect, such as testing dairy herds before they cross state lines. But farmers who voluntarily report infections stand to lose money.