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A visitor looks at an exhibition on voting rights in the U.S. at the International African American Museum in Charleston, S.C., in January.

With the Voting Rights Act facing more threats, advocates renew a push for state laws

With efforts to bolster the federal Voting Rights Act unlikely under Republican control of the new Congress, advocates are refocusing on state protections against racial discrimination in elections.

A mobile medical station in New York City makes it convenient to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. In the U.S., only 1 in 5 eligible individuals has rolled up their sleeve for this latest vaccine version.

Coronavirus FAQ: I didn't get the latest COVID vaccine. Should I? And if so ... when?

If you haven't rolled up your sleeve for the jab, you're not alone. In fact, you're in the majority. Here's why doctors think the shot is important.

The Netflix reality series Love Is Blind sees singles match up after days of dating while separated by a wall. The National Labor Relations Board says the show's cast members should be considered employees.

'Love Is Blind' cast are employees, labor board says. Could a reality TV union be next?

The case could have big implications for what glues reality show fans to the tube. A pending ruling, whatever the outcome, would set a precedent that other unscripted TV cast members could follow.

Welcome to Springfield signage is displayed along Spring Street on September 16, 2024 in Springfield, Ohio. Springfield, home to a large Haitian community, was thrust into the national spotlight after former President Donald Trump made claims during the presidential debate against Vice President Harris, accusing members of the immigrant community of eating the pets of local residents.

In parroting a lie about migrants in Springfield, Ohio, Trump excites extremists

Former President Donald Trump's false claims about Haitian migrants eating pets in Springfield, Ohio, has energized neo-Nazi and white supremacist groups.

President Trump arrives for a joint session of Congress in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on March 4.

The short history of Trump's tariff chaos — and more that happened this week

It was a week that saw not only more twists in the tariffs saga but also Trump's big Hill address, the suspension of aid to Ukraine, more firings at agencies, and more. NPR keeps track, day by day.

A 2013 file photo of an Epoch Times newspaper box in New York City. The outlet was founded by adherents to the Falun Gong spiritual movement but it has morphed into a pro-Trump conservative news organization in recent years. Earlier this month, the organization's chief financial officer was arrested on federal money laundering charges.

Money laundering charges raise questions about the direction of The Epoch Times

The media site founded by adherents of Falun Gong morphed into a pro-Trump outlet that spouted conspiracy theories. Now the CEO is out after money laundering charges were filed against the CFO.

These swing-state counties are key to understanding the presidential race

These counties will help tell the story of how either former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris will become the next president.

Students at Eden School in northern India prepare specimens they've collected to examine in the Foldscope. The paper microscope, invented a decade ago, is given for free for schools in lower resource countries, giving students a different perspective on specimens from ants to pollen.

Fold paper. Insert lens. This $2 microscope changes how kids see the world

The Foldscope brings a powerful science tool to schools that can't afford microscopes. Scientists use it too. Its creators have handed out 2 million units, including a new mini-model for younger kids.

Elon Musk, who oversees the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, wears a shirt that says "Tech Support" as he speaks during President Trump's Cabinet meeting Wednesday at the White House.

A pattern emerges in Elon Musk's federal shakeup: 'Break first, ask questions later'

Five weeks in, there's an emerging pattern in how the Trump administration moves to target federal employees. And it begins with Elon Musk bringing in tactics he's employed at his various businesses.

Home prices just hit a record high. Here are 4 things to know about housing

The housing market continues to be impacted by high mortgage rates. That's reducing the supply of available housing, sending home prices to an all-time high.

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