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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.
Trump Executive Orders On Unemployment See States Footing Part Of The Bill
by Paul Braun
Louisiana and other states are struggling to keep unemployment state funds afloat, now the Trump administration wants them to contribute more money to federal benefits.
Some Colleges Offering Free Laptops For Students As Courses Go Virtual
by Elissa Nadworny
Many colleges are moving forward with virtual fall semesters. For students, that means a laptop is essential. Some schools are offering free laptops for students, but others are on the fence.
Thai Students Protest Military, Monarchy
by Michael Sullivan
Students in Thailand have been protesting in recent days over the military's involvement in Thai politics.
The U.S. Military Is Using Esports As A Recruitment Tool
by Jay Price
The military has jumped into the booming world of competitive electronic gaming called "esports." But the new approach to reaching potential new recruits comes with new challenges.
California Teaming Up With Native American Tribes To Prevent Wildfires
by Lauren Sommer
For more than a century, California's Native American tribes were largely banned from doing traditional burning of the landscape. Now, they're restoring that practice to help prevent fires.
How College Football Is Changing As Conferences Decide Whether Or Not To Play
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with ESPN's Paul Finebaum, about what the Power 5 college football conferences plan to do for the upcoming season.
Venezuelan Migrants Return Home Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
by John Otis
Thousands of Venezuelans are trying to make their way back to the country they fled. They left because of the economic crisis to look for work elsewhere, but the pandemic has cost them those jobs.
Why Some Restaurants Are Thriving In The Pandemic While Others Struggle
by Monica Eng
While most restaurants were hurt by the pandemic, certain types are going strong. It's not just drive-through fast food joints, but longtime stalwarts serving comfort foods people are craving.
Kamala Harris, Biden's VP Pick, Makes Black And Asian Representation History
by Juana Summers
Kamala Harris appeared alongside Joe Biden for the first time as his running mate. Biden's selection of Harris to join the Democratic ticket is important to voters of color.
Protesters In Lebanon Demand Change After Beirut Explosion
What is Lebanon's path forward after the explosion? Protesters say wholesale change is needed. NPR's Noel King speaks with Mona Fawaz who is a professor at the American University of Beirut.