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Lawmakers call for greater security funding and oversight for U.S. transit systems

Open drug use and the threat of mass violence have prompted calls for more security funding for mass transit. Congress also says better oversight of existing security is needed.

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In Texas, a former state senator challenges the state's abortion law in court

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to ex-state Sen. Wendy Davis who is challenging the state's restrictive abortion law. She became well-known nationally after a 13-hour filibuster of a 2013 abortion bill.

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Some South Asian Americans believe caste-based prejudices exist in the U.S.

Some South Asians see the caste system as a reality in the United States and others do not. California State University and others have added caste as a protected category against discrimination.

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Need an excuse not to mow your lawn? Join 'no mow May' and help pollinators

May is often the start of lawn-mowing season, but some cities and towns are taking heed of the needs of bees and other pollinators, and asking homeowners to let their grass grow all May.

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The story behind Asian Pacific American Heritage, and why it's celebrated in May

May marks the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This year's theme is Advancing Leaders Through Collaboration.

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New techno music exhibit transcends borders

A new exhibit set to travel to several cities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America puts a spotlight on techno music, its roots and historical significance.

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Tennessee Rep. Mark Hall on new bill that would make drunk drivers pay child support

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Tennessee State Representative Mark Hall about a bill that would require drunk drivers to pay child support if found responsible for the death of a minor's parent.

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You can find anything on Wikipedia — even the weird and wacky

Most people turn to Wikipedia to learn, well, just about everything. This Michigander is using social media to highlight the weird and the wacky that can be found on the site.

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With Title 42 in flux, migrants take over Mexican cities across the border

Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Pedro Rios of the American Friends Services Committee about how Tijuana, Mexico, is grappling with the continuing influx of migrants.

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Cowboys in Colombia are barefoot legends

Cowboys in the South American country of Colombia have a storied history. To this day, they continue to ride the plains, keeping an eye on cattle. And usually, they do so barefoot.

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Europe has to monitor hate speech and illegal content on social media more closely

New rules will require social media networks in the European Union to more closely monitor hate speech and other illegal content posted on their platforms.

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What it's like living in Ukraine's warzone

Ukraine's army is slowing Russia's invasion to a crawl, but there is still heavy fighting in the south. For those living there, the war has started to feel like a deadly kind of normal.

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A Ukrainian dance troupe in the U.S. fights disinformation, one high kick at a time

The Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, which turns 50 this year, hopes to counter Russian aggression by teaching U.S. audiences about Ukrainian history and culture.

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Starbucks workers drive nationwide surge in union organizing

Starbucks workers have driven a surge in union election petitions filed with the National Labor Relations Board. Unionizing has also picked up at colleges, non-profits and pot dispensaries.

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Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (April 30)

A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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What the leaked Jan. 6 recordings say about democracy right now

Some Republicans are on the defensive about what they said or wrote privately after the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. NPR's Michel Martin discusses that with Harvard professor Steven Levitsky.

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Sage Steele Suing ESPN for Violating Her Free Speech Rights: A Quick Sense of the Law

NPR (Dustin Jones) reports on the lawsuit, Steele v. ESPN Productions, Inc. (Conn. Super. Ct.): During Steele's appearance on former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler's podcast, which aired Sept. 29, 2021, Cutler asked why she had a Band-Aid on her armp. She explained that she had just gotten her COVID-19 vaccine…

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Rape has reportedly become a weapon in Ukraine. Finding justice may be difficult

Widespread allegations of rape at the hands of Russian soldiers have been coming out of Ukraine. Experts say rape in conflict is often used to pursue strategic aims.

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California wildlife get their own highway crossing

Scott Simon talks to Beth Pratt of the National Wildlife Federation about California's massive new highway-spanning wildlife crossing and how it will help animals travel safely.

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Title 42 was meant to slow COVID at the border. It's being used to manage migration

The pandemic border restrictions known as Title 42 are technically a public health policy. But the debate in Washington has shifted to whether or not they're an effective tool for managing the border.

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We asked, you answered: Have you taught your children to run errands on their own?

Nearly 100 NPR readers gave their views on encouraging kids to do tasks on their own at home and in the community. Some are opposed to the practice for safety reasons. Others shared personal stories.

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USC settles lawsuits with 80 men who say a former school doctor sexually abused them

Attorneys for the alleged victims say the cases date back to as early as 1997, with the latest occurring in 2018. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

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USC settles lawsuits with 80 men who say former school doctor sexually abused them

Attorneys for the alleged victims say the cases date back to as early as 1997, with the latest occurring in 2018. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

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A lot of material from this John Waters interview couldn't be published

It's been 50 years since the famed director released the movie Pink Flamingos. And as much as the world's changed since then, his first-ever novel shows that his propensity for bad taste ...hasn't.

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A new Iron Curtain is eroding Norway's hard-won ties with Russia on Arctic issues

The countries share a border. Along the frontier, residents say a new barrier has disrupted everything from Arctic climate action and nuclear waste control to trade and cross-border sports leagues.

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