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New York City Mayor Eric Adams indicted on federal charges
by Michel Martin
Federal prosecutors are charging New York Mayor Eric Adams with bribery and fraud. Adams is alleged to have accepted bribes from wealthy foreign businesspeople and at least one Turkish government official.
China's Efforts To Control Coronavirus Lead To Less Air Pollution
by Lauren Sommer
As China seeks to control the spread of COVID-19, fewer cars and factories are running. In some places, skies are clearer. But the drop in air pollution and carbon emissions is likely temporary.
Think You've Got COVID-19? With Tests In Short Supply, Prepare To Ride It Out At Home
by Maria Godoy
As more coronavirus cases are reported, people experiencing symptoms may wonder: Do I have it? Until testing becomes more widely available, these people may not get a definitive answer.
U.S. Coronavirus Cases Are Reported Coast To Coast
New York has implemented a containment zone around New Rochelle, where coronavirus cases have been diagnosed. In Washington state, employees at 10 long-term care facilities have tested positive.
Coronavirus 'Containment Area' Created Around N.Y. Cluster
NPR's David Greene talks to New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson about the National Guard which will help sanitize public spaces and bring food to homes in the containment area for COVID-19 infections.
Without Action From Congress, 3 Surveillance Authorities Will Lapse
by Ryan Lucas
A set of surveillance tools used by the FBI in national security investigations expires next week. Lawmakers, who want to implement reforms, are fighting over how far those changes should go.
Coronavirus Cases In The U.S. Surpass 1,000 Mark
Coronavirus cases continue to spread across the country. NPR's David Greene talks to Scott Gottlieb, former head of the Food and Drug Administration, about the federal response to the outbreak.
Half-Eaten Cookie Found In Old Manuscript At Cambridge University
A librarian opened up a rare book from the 16th century and found a chocolate chip cookie. The library says that it's happy to provide bookmarks, and tweeted: "Please don't use baked goods."
Salvador Dalí Artwork Found At North Carolina Thrift Store
The ignored piece of art, priced somewhere between $10 to $50, turned out to be a 1950s woodcut print that was created and signed by Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dalí.
ICE's New Tactic To Get Local Law Enforcement Authorities To Cooperate
by Conrad Wilson
ICE is using a new tool to get sanctuary communities to cooperate with immigration enforcement. Critics say this maneuver has the same legal problem as past efforts. But the new tactic is working.