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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
New Book Takes A Deeper Look At Quiet Beatle George Harrison
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with music journalist Ashley Kahn about his new book, George Harrison on George Harrison. It's a collection of interviews with and writings by former Beatle George Harrison.
Fallout: 'Atlantic' Reports Trump Called Americans Who Died In War 'Losers'
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Maura Sullivan, Marine veteran and ex-Obama administration official, about a report that President Trump disparaged Marines who died in WWI. She tweets at @maurasullivan.
COVID-19 Roundup: Case Tally, School Outbreaks, Flu Shot, Vaccine Wait
by Allison Aubrey
Coronavirus cases in the U.S. are on the decline, although almost 45,0000 new cases were reported this weekend. There are fears that weekend gatherings over Labor Day will lead to a surge in cases.
Reporter's Notebook: Covering New York's Racial Justice Protests
by Brian Mann
While tear gas and rage get most of the attention in the demonstrations, there are also tender and hopeful moments — including singing, poetry, and talk of healing — taking place.
2020 Pint Of Science Festival Will Be Virtual Because Of COVID-19
The annual Pint of Science festival sees scientists and local communities gather in bars, cafes and other places to talk science. But in 2020, the festival will be online due to the pandemic.
India Surpasses Brazil, Moves Into 2nd Place For COVID-19 Cases
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Joanna Slater, India bureau chief for The Washington Post, about the nation's confirmed infections exceeding 4.2 million — overtaking Brazil with 4.1 million.
In Many Ways, Antifa Eludes Definition. What Is It Exactly?
NPR's Noel King talks to Rutgers historian Mark Bray about Antifa in America today, and the genesis of anti-fascist movements. Bray is the author of Antifa: The Anti-Facist Handbook.
Streaming Platform Twitch Helps To Spread Interest In Chess
Chess grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura uses the video-streaming site Twitch to teach others the game. During quarantine he's amassed over 350,000 followers, and renewed interest in the century-old game.
Birthday Whisky Gifts Will Translate Into House Downpayment
Every birthday, 28-year-old Matthew Robson's dad got him the same present: a bottle of 18-year-old Macallan single malt. With one rule: don't open it. The whisky is now worth about $53,000.
California Teacher Readies Her Classroom For When Students May Return
As part of our series Learning Curve, NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Rosie Reid, an award-winning teacher in California who is instructing 180 students virtually — and she has five children of her own.
After Holding The Line On COVID-19, North Dakota Sees Cases Spike
by Will Stone
North Dakota has long been praised for its coronavirus response, but now the state has one of the fastest growing infection rates in the U.S.