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Austria's far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
by Rob Schmitz
The far-right Freedom Party of Austria has won the most votes in national parliamentary elections but has fallen short of an absolute majority.
Cities Around The World Hold Protests In Response To George Floyd's Death
In London, they took a knee for 9 minutes — the time officer Derek Chauvin had Floyd pinned down. In Berlin, a mural of Floyd appeared on a remnant of the Berlin Wall.
Retired Minnesota Police Officers React To George Floyd's Killing
Experts say George Floyd died by homicide. On the same day an autopy report commissioned by Floyd's family made that ruling, two black ex-Minneapolis police officers shared their reactions.
Peaceful Protesters Tear Gassed To Clear Way For Trump Church Visit
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington about the president's visit to St. John's Church amid nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd.
Trump Promises Dramatic Action To End Violent Protests
President Trump addressed the nation and promised to restore law and order, against a backdrop of explosions as protests swirled through Washington, D.C., and across the nation.
In 2 Cities, Non-Violent Protesters Got Attention For Dancing
Demonstrators have gotten carried away by the moment. A crowd in Madison, Wis., did the Cupid Shuffle. Syracuse.com reports dancing broke out in that city's streets after protesters marched for miles.
Restaurants In France Are Reopening After Coronavirus Lockdown
by Eleanor Beardsley
In France, takeout is OK for burger joints, but what about gastronomy from a Michelin three-star chef? Restaurants in Paris will reopen Tuesday, but tight restrictions mean some will not survive.
Louisville Restaurant Owner Shot And Killed By Police
David McAtee was fatally shot in Louisville, Ky., by law enforcement when authorities responded to a curfew violation. His death led to the ousting of the city's police chief on Monday.
Following George Floyd's Death, Racism Is A Major Topic Of Discussion
NPR's Noel King sits down with three African America residents of different generations to discuss how much, or how little, has changed when it comes to racism in modern America.
Black Lives Matter Activist Wanted To Be A Cop. Why Didn't He?
NPR's Noel King talks to Rashad Turner, founder of the Black Lives Matter chapter in St. Paul, Minn., about the death of George Floyd, who died last week while in police custody in Minneapolis.
LA Protests Over George Floyd's Death May Interfere With Businesses Reopening
by Arezou Rezvani
Los Angeles businesses had plans to reopen this week as the city lifted COVID-19 restrictions. But violence, looting and vandalism in response to George Floyd's death have put some plans on hold.