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What Tim Walz's past debate performances reveal about how he may take on JD Vance
Those who’ve debated Walz before say he has a down-to-earth style that is relatable to voters — but it's an approach that can also cause problems for the Democratic vice presidential nominee.
Shetler Studios In New York City Closes Due To Economic Downturn
by Jeff Lunden
For 30 years, Shetler Studios provided affordable space in New York's theater district for rehearsals, readings, classes and auditions. The owners can't afford to continue because of the pandemic.
André Leon Talley Writes About Wintour, Lagerfeld In 'Chiffon Trenches'
by Karen Grigsby Bates
Longtime Vogue editor André Leon Talley has a new memoir out called: The Chiffon Trenches. In it, he describes rifts with Vogue editor Anna Wintour and the late designer Karl Lagerfeld.
COVID-19 Pandemic Alters How We're Spending The Holiday Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is typically a time for big social gatherings. But with so many holiday destinations observing social distancing, this year may be unlike any public holiday in recent memory.
Minnesota Twins' Minor League Team Rents Out Its Stadium
At $1,500 a night, up to 10 guests can book the Pensacola Blue Wahoos' stadium on Airbnb. You have full access to the field, clubhouse and batting cages. Plus a staff member for questions.
Federal Judge: Fla. Law Restricting Felons' Voting Rights Is Unconstitutional
by Danny Rivero
A U.S. District judge declared unconstitutional a Florida law requiring felons to pay court fees and fines before they can regain the right to vote. He said the law effectively created a poll tax.
Examining Coronavirus Hot Spots: U.S. And Brazil
by Jason Beaubien
The U.S. is approaching a grim milestone: 100,000 coronavirus deaths. Brazil's COVID-19 cases have surged, and the White House is clamping down on Brazil with a new travel ban.
Mother And Daughter To Start Medical Residencies At LSU Health
After graduating medical school, mother-daughter doctors Cynthia and Jasmine Kudji will start residencies at at the same hospital system, Louisiana State University School of Medicine.
News Brief: Pandemic Death Toll, Hong Kong Protests, Florida Law
U.S. approaches nearly 100,000 deaths from COVID-19. Thousands in Hong Kong protest planned security law. A federal judge rules Florida law restricting voting rights for felons is unconstitutional.
Pandemic Forces Iditarod Winner To Stay Longer In Alaska
Thomas Waerner won the Iditarod in March. All these weeks later, Waerner and his 16 dogs have yet to make it home to Norway. Waerner is set to head home in early June and his dogs will fly home too.
WPA Recordings Captured Life History Of 10,000 Every-Day People
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to StoryCorps founder Dave Isay about the audio recordings made by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression.