Energy prices are low - so low, in fact, that they are in negative territory. But those savings aren't trickling down to consumers.

https://www.npr.org/2024/06/22/nx-s1-5015695/energy-prices-are-at-zero-to-negative-but-consumers-arent-getting-the-benefits

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President Biden will deliver a defense of democracy for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Why rapper Fat Joe is fighting for hospital price transparency.

https://www.npr.org/2024/06/05/g-s1-2913/up-first-briefing-biden-d-day-fat-joe-hospital-price-transparency

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It's not just for weight loss. Patients and doctors alike are having success using the diet for illnesses like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. And research ...

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/01/27/1227062470/keto-ketogenic-diet-mental-illness-bipolar-depression

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Dozens of women and kids held hostage by Hamas for nearly two months returned home to Israel this week. Experts say reacclimating is a process — and there are...

https://www.npr.org/2023/12/02/1216210180/israeli-gaza-hostages-recovery

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The photo series Unyielding Floods recently won its fifth award this year. It captures the strength and hardship of those affected by flooding of biblical propo...

https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2021/11/20/1054865992/prize-winning-photos-capture-the-grit-and-suffering-of-flood-survivors-in-south-

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America is facing a deadly drug epidemic, but there is hope. Research shows 75% of people with addiction survive and go on to live full lives, especially if the...

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/15/1071282194/addiction-substance-recovery-treatment

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The week brought some more bad news for President Biden, who may be rightly criticized for setting expectations too high for what could actually get done.

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/15/1073280587/president-biden-manchin-sinema-expectations-green-lantern-theory

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"Congress needs to have the courage to act and renew the assault weapons ban," Harris told a teachers convention in Chicago the day after a mass shooting in nea...

https://www.npr.org/2022/07/05/1109924708/harris-calls-for-renewing-the-assault-weapons-ban-after-highland-park-mass-shoot

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In Ukraine's second largest city, Kharkiv, Russian forces continue to pound neighborhoods in the north and east. But city garbage collectors are still picking u...

https://www.npr.org/2022/07/10/1110679623/kharkiv-ukraine-trash-garbagemen

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Ukraine lost territory to Russia in the southern Kherson region early in the war. Residents fleeing rural villages there describe their desperation under Russia...

https://www.npr.org/2022/07/17/1111022553/ukraine-villagers-flee-russia-controlled-kherson-region-bike

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Since the outbreak began in September, eight children have died — and there is no approved vaccine. But doctors are hopeful that public health measures may be...

https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2022/11/10/1135619132/uganda-ends-school-year-early-as-it-tries-to-contain-growing-ebola-outbreak

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A witness told the FBI the former Olympic boxer killed Keishla Marlen Rodriguez after she told him she was pregnant with his child. The two allegedly drugged, shot and drowned the woman last week.A witness told the FBI the former Olympic boxer killed Keishla Marlen Rodriguez after she told him she ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/03/993337358/puerto-rican-boxer-felix-verdejo-charged-with-killing-pregnant-woman

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The Minneapolis police officer who was convicted last month for murdering George Floyd, is asking the court for a new trial. His lawyers say Chauvin's case was tainted by pre-trial publicity. The Minneapolis police officer who was convicted last month for murdering George Floyd, is asking the court ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/04/993665655/derek-chauvin-files-for-new-trial-in-george-floyd-murder-case

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The governor in Idaho has signed a law to ban the teaching of critical race theory in public schools. Some educators in the state are calling it unnecessary and a potential violation of free speech.The governor in Idaho has signed a law to ban the teaching of critical race theory in public schools. ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992761507/idaho-governor-signs-bill-to-ban-critical-race-theory-in-schools

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In a ruling stemming from protests of the murder of George Floyd, a federal judge ordered police in the Ohio city to stop using tear gas, pepper spray and rubber bullets against nonviolent protesters.In a ruling stemming from protests of the murder of George Floyd, a federal judge ordered police in ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/02/992890494/judge-says-columbus-police-ran-amok-against-protesters-restricts-use-of-force

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The two women, aged 84 and 63, were attacked while waiting at a bus stop on Tuesday, police said. It's the latest in a string of nationwide violence against Asian Americans during the pandemic.The two women, aged 84 and 63, were attacked while waiting at a bus stop on Tuesday, police said. It's the ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/05/994055360/man-arrested-in-san-francisco-stabbing-of-2-asian-women

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California's secretary of state says there are more than enough valid signatures to trigger a recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat.

https://www.npr.org/2021/04/26/991069294/california-gov-gavin-newsom-officially-faces-recall-election

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Democrats have spent months negotiating with themselves, undercutting their ability to take credit for bills of significance they are now passing, but for which...

https://www.npr.org/2021/11/20/1057537201/democrats-hope-bidens-sales-job-can-help-their-midterm-chances

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Cooking your bird to a safe 165 F often just results in a dry boring plate of meat. Luckily food scientists have studied this problem. Learn their techniques to...

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/11/21/1057549040/this-thanksgiving-let-science-help-you-roast-a-tastier-turkey

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The people who take care of and educate children under 5 years old, who are too young to be vaccinated, are in a special kind of hell right now.

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/20/1074182352/unvaccinated-young-kids-child-care-parents-omicron-disruptions

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The National Museum of the American Latino in Washington, D.C., won't be finished for another decade, but a pop-up exhibit from the museum has opened on the Nat...

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/18/1105847319/a-new-exhibit-takes-visitors-closer-to-the-national-museum-of-the-american-latin

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Undercover agents bought the fake cards for $20 each at a bar near Stockton. Authorities say they it's the first time they've seen this kind of forgery. Meanwhile, phony cards circulate online.Undercover agents bought the fake cards for $20 each at a bar near Stockton. Authorities say they it's the ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/08/994967439/california-man-arrested-in-suspected-fake-covid-19-vaccine-card-operation

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The Supreme Court has concluded oral arguments for this year's term, which featured remote sessions and a new justice.The Supreme Court has concluded oral arguments for this year's term, which featured remote sessions and a new justice...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/08/994996918/supreme-court-wraps-up-term

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The CDC says high-filtration masks like N95s provide the best protection. Here's how to find a good one — and avoid the fakes. Plus tips on how to fit them a...

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/01/15/1073273768/n95-mask-respirator-cdc

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NPR's Scott Simon asks Richard Rivera about his involvement in police reform. Rivera served decades for killing a police officer. He's now been appointed to a reform commission in Ithaca, N.Y.NPR's Scott Simon asks Richard Rivera about his involvement in police reform. Rivera served decades for ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992670128/how-an-ex-convict-became-involved-with-police-reform

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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Adam Isacson from The Washington Office on Latin America about President Biden's choice to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Adam Isacson from The Washington Office on Latin America about President Biden's choice to lead U.S...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992761479/texas-sheriff-ed-gonzalez-picked-to-lead-ice-likely-in-for-cultural-clash

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Following public outrage, the NYPD terminated a $94,000 contract to test a canine-like surveillance device designed to keep officers out of harms way. Critics panned the tech and its potential abuses.Following public outrage, the NYPD terminated a $94,000 contract to test a canine-like surveillance ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/04/30/992551579/creepy-robot-dog-loses-job-with-new-york-police-department

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Federal prosecutors charged three Army soldiers of lawfully purchasing 91 guns from licensed dealers in Tennessee and Kentucky, and then transferring them to Chicago.Federal prosecutors charged three Army soldiers of lawfully purchasing 91 guns from licensed dealers in Tennessee and Kentucky, and ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/12/996059787/3-fort-campbell-soldiers-charged-in-scheme-to-traffic-guns-to-chicago

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The video of George Floyd's death was critical evidence in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. It's a video that may influence future trials and police training.The video of George Floyd's death was critical evidence in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. It's a video that may influence future trials ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/07/994539600/1-year-later-the-video-of-george-floyds-death-has-lasting-impacts

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Florida Gov. DeSantis signed a strict new voting law. Indians are not happy with Modi as the COVID-19 crisis grows. And, advocates criticize Biden's immigration plans.Florida Gov. DeSantis signed a strict new voting law. Indians are not happy with Modi as the COVID-19 crisis grows. And, advocates ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/07/994539544/morning-news-brief

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