Malaka Gharib
Stories
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Our Top Global Stories Of 2020 Not About The Pandemic
Beyoncé's Africa video, Inuit advice on raising kids without yelling and ... locusts! Here's the surprising mix of stories Goats and Soda readers loved in 2020 that have nothing to do with COVID-19.
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11 Original NPR Comics That Brought Joy, Hope And Help During The Pandemic
In 2020, NPR created and published more than a dozen comics for the pandemic — everything from how to explain it to kids to how to help the older people in your life.
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COMIC: A Kids' Guide To Coping With The Pandemic (And A Printable Zine)
It's been months of the pandemic and you might be feeling frustrated or upset. But there are lots of different ways to deal with your worries — like giving yourself a big hug!
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Just For Kids: How To Stay Safe From The Coronavirus
A comic guide on how kids can protect themselves from COVID-19. Wear a mask. Stay 6 feet apart. And try not to pick your nose.
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Report: The Pandemic Is Not Good For Freedom And Democracy. But There Are Exceptions
A survey from the nonpartisan group Freedom House finds that democracy and human rights have lost ground in 80 countries — and even calls the U.S. to task. But there are bright spots.
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Reader Tips: 9 Ways To Bring Joy And Care To Older People In The Pandemic
Write postcards on a weekly basis. Go for scenic drives. Schedule virtual TV time. Use family history as a topic for virtual lessons.
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How To Care For Older People In The Pandemic (And A Printable Guide!)
Three experts share advice on how to help the older people in our lives — parents, grandparents, neighbors, relatives, friends — feel comfortable and safe in the pandemic.
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'Black Panther' Star Chadwick Boseman Dies Of Cancer At Age 43
A statement posted to the actor's Twitter on Friday said Boseman had battled colon cancer for the last four years.
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Girls, Has The Pandemic Made You Think Of Quitting School? Call Your Mentor
In Malawi, one of the world's poorest countries, counselors guide girls as they face tough choices during the coronavirus crisis — from giving up on their education to opting for early marriage.
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Universal Health Care Supports Thailand's Coronavirus Strategy
Thailand has been relatively successful at containing the spread of the coronavirus. Many say it's due in no small part to Thailand's universal health care system.