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For Some Restaurants, Closing Can Be Just As Stressful As Staying Open
We've heard a lot about how hard it's been for restaurants to stay open during the pandemic. But what we often don't hear is that closing can be just as tough.
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News Brief: Syrian Airstrikes, Johnson & Johnson Vaccine,
President Biden has launched his first military operation. The FDA to decide on another vaccine. And, a former USA Gymnastics coach dies by suicide shortly after facing sexual abuse charges.
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How Rhode Island Is Handling Vaccine Rollout
Rhode Island is one of the few states that from the start prioritized vaccinating communities with high infection rates. The strategy: to put out the fire where it's burning the hottest.
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Former USA Gymnastics Coach Charged With Sexual Abuse Dies By Suicide
John Geddert coached the women's gold medal team in the 2012 Summer Olympics. He was charged Thursday with two dozen criminal counts. An official says he took his life later the same day.
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Democrats Say Relief Programs Could Become This Generation's New Deal
Democrats are using the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill to introduce measures they say will reduce poverty. People already at risk for falling behind have seen big setbacks over the past year.
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Post Makes Custom Box Of Fruity Pebbles For Cereal-Loving Cat
A rescue cat named Trash Panda was adopted in Georgia by the head of Fulton County's disaster response agency. Memes of the cat were made, warning of bad weather and declaring love for Fruity Pebbles.
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Teaching Students A New Black History
An innovative education startup is offering culturally responsive learning to Black students across the country.
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Vandals In Canada Steal Cool Vancouver Park Sign — Again
The sign at Dude Chilling Park was first installed in 2012. This is the third time someone has made off with the sign — presumably to hang over their couch. It will cost $1,300 to replace it.
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Morning News Brief
The CDC launches online tool for people to find where to get vaccinated. Biden administration will release a report on the killing of a Saudi journalist. House panel presses postmaster on mail delays.
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'Hunt, Gather, Parent' Offers Lessons Collected Around The World
NPR's Michaeleen Doucleff found that parenting books she read after becoming a mom left a lot out. When she went through a tough period with her daughter, she traveled the world in search of guidance.
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DeJoy Testifies Before House Panel, Biden Nominates 3 To USPS Board
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy faced lawmakers on Capitol Hill who wanted to know why Americans are still experiencing delays in getting their mail. Only the USPS board of governors can oust DeJoy.
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Victims' Families In Lebanon Aim To Keep Explosion Probe Going
The dismissal of the lead judge investigating last year's massive blast in Beirut is raising fears of political interference to protect the country's leaders. The blast killed dozens of people.