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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
What's Next At The Site Of The Surfside Condo Collapse
by Verónica Zaragovia
The search effort in Surfside, Fla., has ended. Residents and officials are debating what will happen to the site of the condo collapse, including if developers should be allowed to build there.
Understanding Breakthrough COVID Infections
by Mara Liasson
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Dr. Cassandra Pierre of the Boston University School of Medicine about COVID infections in vaccinated people.
Olympians Speak Up On Gender Equality And Mothers' Rights
by Leila Fadel
Many athletes on Team USA are vocal about the struggles of being a mom and a star athlete, as are mothers from other nations. At the Tokyo Olympics, they're using their platform to make a change.
Student Film 'Anita' Explores How The Places We Live Stay With Us
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with student filmmaker Sushma Khadepaun about her narrative short Anita.
Politics Chat: Biden Voices Support For Continuing Child Tax Credit, DACA
by Mara Liasson
The Biden administration's approach to the economy, plus developments over the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and the current state of infrastructure negotiations in Congress.
A Sickness Spreads, A Parent Dies, And A Mystery Unfolds In 'For Your Own Good'
Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with author Samantha Downing about her latest novel, "For Your Own Good." It's a mystery set at an elite private school.
Home Health Aides, Who Help Elderly And Disabled People, Are In Short Supply
by Kavitha Cardoza
Home health aides work for low wages, but they're critical for elderly and disabled people. A proposal to inject billions of dollars in federal funding may be an opportunity for sweeping change.
Inflation Is Out Of Control In Lebanon And Venezuela. Could It Happen Here?
Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Harvard professor Jason Furman, a once top economic advisor to former president Barack Obama, about inflation and the U.S. economy.
Two Athletes Test Positive For COVID-19 Ahead Of Summer Olympics Start
by Leila Fadel
Scores of athletes, officials and media are streaming in to Tokyo for the start of the COVID-delayed Summer Olympics. Already, two athletes have tested positive for COVID-19.