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Turkey Is Among The Countries Dealing With A Spike In COVID-19 Cases
Officially the country reports more than 268,000 cases and more than 6,300 deaths. But some doctors doubt the government's statistics, and say they're overwhelmed by the number of sick people.
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Video Game Lets Players Experience Being An Economy-Class Passenger
Now that fewer people are flying, you have a chance at a crowded and noisy experience at home. Take a seat in the economy section of a commercial flight — crying baby and all.
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Ohio Woodworker Creates Backyard Bar To Serve Neighborhood Squirrels
Michael Dutko told CNN that he was inspired after his neighbor said squirrels interrupted her bird watching. The Nutty Bar looks like a little patio. He has seven nuts on tap. All named after beers.
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After Laura, Learning How To Recover From A Hurricane During A Pandemic
Normal protocols for hurricane evacuation, aid distribution and recovery have been upended by the threat of the coronavirus.
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Marking The Centennial Of Author Ray Bradbury's Birth
This month marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of science-fiction great Ray Bradbury. We examine his legacy and the authors he influenced.
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How Are Presidential Candidates Responding To Violent Protests?
Now that the political conventions are over, the latest turn in the presidential race has centered on protests and some incidents of violence. The issue appears to be a big one heading into November.
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Looking Back On Chadwick Boseman's Culture Significance
Actor Chadwick Boseman died after battling colon cancer at the age of 43. Film-goers comment on his pivotal role as a Black actor in films that depicted Black heroes and superheroes.
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A New March On Washington, 57 Years After MLK Jr.'s 'I Have A Dream' Speech
Thousands of people are gathering for the March on Washington 2020, which is being led by families of Black people killed by police officers. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to WAMU's Jenny Gathright.
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'Star Trek' Actor William Shatner To Release Blues Album
Shatner will be collaborating with a bevy of guests on his new album, titled The Blues. Among guest artists are Canned Heat, Brad Paisley, Sonny Landreth, Pat Travers, Albert Lee, and more.
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Fact-Checking President Trump's RNC Speech
President Trump formally accepted the Republican nomination for President last night. We go over the major talking points of his speech.
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What Voters Thought Of President Trump's RNC Speech
Voters react to President Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention, in which he cast himself as a protector against radical leftists.
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Scooby-Doo Creator Joe Ruby Dies At 87
Scooby-Doo and his beloved Mystery Inc. gang have been around for more than half a century. Ruby co-created the characters with Ken Spears.