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Unsealed court filing details election interference case against Trump
by A Martínez
The Justice Department, in a new court filing, says former President Donald Trump needs to stand trial for alleged election interference just like any other citizen.
Pressure Mounts On The President Of Belarus To Resign
by Lucian Kim
As European Union leaders meet to discuss Belarus, Russia's president says there should be no "outside influence" on events there. Moscow's attitude will be a major factor on what happens next.
GOP Strategist Weighs In On Democrats' Plan To Win In November
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Republican strategist Scott Jennings about how conservatives view this year's Democratic National Convention, and the Biden-Harris ticket.
All Workers In France Must Wear Masks Starting Sept. 1
by Eleanor Beardsley
The French government says people will be required to wear face masks in workplaces, following a sharp rise in COVID-19 infections since the country began lifting lockdown restrictions in July.
Malian President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita Resigns After Soldiers Mutiny
by Eyder Peralta
In West Africa, the president of Mali has been ousted by a military coup — following months of protests. He officially resigned, surrounded by troops.
Imagine Snow In August. Not Just Any Snow: Chocolate Snow
In a Swiss town, a chocolate factory's ventilator malfunctioned — spewing tiny particles of cocoa powder all over. A chocolate dusting coated the immediate vicinity.
No Playbook For Mom Who Is Far Away From Her Son Who Has COVID-19
NPR's Noel King speaks with writer Jennifer Folsom, whose son tested positive for coronavirus, about how parents can prepare to send their kids out into the world for the first time amid a pandemic.
We Ask Voters In The Southwest: What Keeps You Up At Night?
As the political conventions begin, NPR's David Greene sits down with families to hear what's been keeping them up at night, and how their worries may shape their political choices.
News Brief: USPS Controversy, Democratic Convention, Belarus Strife
Postmaster general suspends changes until after the election. Joe Biden is officially the Democratic presidential nominee. And, pressure mounts on Belarus' president to resign.
Girl Scouts Announce A New Cookie For Their 2021 Lineup
The new French-toast inspired cookie is called Toast-Yay! The Girl Scouts say they will begin selling cookies in January — online and through virtual cookie booths.
Senate Intelligence Report Outlines Russian Influence In 2016
by Tim Mak
The Senate Intelligence Committee has released its fifth and final bipartisan report detailing a wide range of Russian efforts to interfere in the 2016 election.
Move-In Day: Cornavirus Reshapes The College Experience
by Elissa Nadworny
Th first stop on an NPR college road trip: move-in day at the University of Georgia, where thousands are beginning an unusual fall semester.
At Democratic Convention, Whitmer Stresses Country's Need For Leadership
NPR's Noel King talks to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who spoke on the convention's opening night. She says the U.S. needs leadership that will use science to battle the coronavirus crisis.