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United asks pilots to take unpaid leave in May because of delivery delays at Boeing

United Airlines says it's trying to reduce pilot staffing levels next month because it's not receiving as many new 737 Max planes as expected, the latest fallout from manufacturing problems at Boeing.

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Why Oregon schools' pandemic recovery lags behind much of the nation

Oregon schools are struggling more than others across the country to recover academic learning losses. Experts say one likely reason is a lack of statewide consistency in tutoring interventions.

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Three presidents and not a necktie in sight. Are ties out of fashion?

Prompted by a recent photo of three U.S. presidents in suits without neckwear, fashion historian Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell details about how popular ties are — or aren't.

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The White House is planning a scaled-down iftar dinner to mark Ramadan this year

White House officials appear to be trying to hold an event that will both reflect the somber mood in the Muslim community because of the war and also curb the possibility of protests.

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'I was broken and needed help': After her father died, a stranger stepped in

When Roxanne Olson found herself in the middle of a security scare at Chicago's O'Hare airport, a woman walked up to her and said: "I'm here to help people like you."

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Israel withdraws from a Gaza hospital, AT&T data breach affects millions of users

Israeli forces have withdrawn from a Gaza hospital after a two-week assault, AT&T says a data breach has compromised the personal data of current and former users.

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Dystopias are so 2020. Meet the new protopias that show a hopeful future

A Brief History of the Future, on PBS, is an example of a "protopian" show from a new production studio helmed by Kathryn Murdoch. She believes we need more hopeful stories abut the future.

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Dairy cows test positive for bird flu, but officials say risk to public is low

Bird flu has been detected in cattle in several states. Its believed to be the first time the disease has infected dairy cows.

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5 tips for not getting tricked online this April Fools' Day — and beyond

It's always smart to keep your guard up online, especially on April Fools' Day. Experts in misinformation and news literacy offer steps you can take to avoid getting fooled, and not just on Monday.

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ACA health insurance plans are being switched without enrollees' OK

Rogue insurance agents access consumer information on the Affordable Care Act federal marketplace and make the changes. Policyholders can lose their doctors and end up owing back taxes.

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Conservative Oregon county attempts criminal prosecution of federal employee

A US Forest Service burn boss was due before a Grant County, Oregon court Monday on charges stemming from a controlled burn that spread onto private land in the Fall of 2022.

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How anti-vaccine activists and the far right are trying to build a parallel economy

Due to fears of "cancellation," alternative technology and financial platforms are being built for the so-called freedom economy by figures on the far right, including those with antisemitic beliefs.

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Johannesburg's water crisis is the latest blow to South Africa's 'world-class city'

It bills itself as a "world-class African city" but these days residents say it's anything but — with the collapse of the water system and frequent power outages.

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Biden is using his cash advantage to address vulnerabilities against Trump

The Biden campaign is running ads in states expected to be competitive this election, targeting Black and Latino voters in particular.

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Lead in the drinking water is still a problem in the U.S. — especially in Chicago

The Windy City has the most lead pipes of any U.S. city. A study estimates that more than two-thirds of children there are exposed to lead in their home tap water.

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Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today

It's a big win for cooks, cashiers and other fast-food employees, among the least paid in the workforce. Restaurant owners and franchisees warn of higher prices and cuts to workers' hours.

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Israelis stage largest protest since war began to increase pressure on Netanyahu

Tens of thousands of Israelis thronged central Jerusalem on Sunday in the largest anti-government protest since the country went to war in October.

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In a setback to Turkey's Erdogan, opposition makes huge gains in local election

Turkey's main opposition party retained its control over key cities and made huge gains elsewhere in Sunday's local elections, in a major upset to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

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Kia recalls over 427,000 Telluride SUVs because they might roll away while parked

According to documents published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the intermediate shaft and right front driveshaft of certain 2020-2024 Tellurides may not be fully engaged.

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Basketball superstars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese meet again on Monday

Monday's game won't end with a championship ring, but the stakes are still high. The matchup between two of college basketball's biggest stars will determine who will advance to the Final Four.

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'No timeline' to recover 4 bodies after Baltimore bridge collapse, as cleanup begins

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore called the recovery operation "complex" after a ship smashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Officials have not given estimates on when the river will reopen to traffic.

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For the first time, U.S. dairy cows have tested positive for bird flu

Livestock in Texas, Kansas and Michigan are confirmed to have the virus, and herds in New Mexico and Idaho have also tested positive. The threat to the public is low, federal officials say.

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'SNL' sends up the NPR Tiny Desk with an intern who pleads, 'keep the ruckus down'

Saturday Night Live poked fun at NPR's Tiny Desk this weekend, with Bowen Yang playing the part of an aggravated intern who just wants the band to keep it down so he can get back to work.

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A Billionaire's Land Purchases In Rural Hawaii Have Locals Worried

Hawaii is no stranger to extravagant homes owned by the super-rich. But when a tech billionaire started buying up land in Waimea, a small, rural town on the Big Island, the community got curious - and worried. Locals fear it will become even more difficult for Native Hawaiians to afford to live in Waimea and buy property. In Hawaii, the average home price is close to a million dollars. Who's purchasing all this land in rural Hawaii and how will it affect the already high cost of housing in Waimea?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.

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A Florida activist creates safe spaces as laws and rhetoric turn against trans rights

In founding Capital Tea, Janel Diaz sought to provide the kind of services that she had needed after her transition.

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Las Vegas' famed Tropicana resort will close next week to make way for a new ballpark

When the Tropicana opened in 1957, it was the "Tiffany of the Strip," complete with showgirl revues, mob deals and James Bond. It will be demolished in October to build a new home for the Oakland A's.

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Pope overcomes health concerns to preside over blustery Easter Sunday Mass

Pope Francis overcame concerns about his health to preside over Easter Sunday Mass, leading tens of thousands of people in a flower-decked St. Peter's Square.

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Former U.S. Rep. William Delahunt of Massachusetts has died at age 82

Longtime U.S. Rep. William D. Delahunt of Massachusetts, a Democratic stalwart, has died following a long-term illness, his family announced.

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Government agents raid Peruvian President Boluarte's residence

Peruvian president Dina Boluarte is being investigated for allegedly acquiring an undisclosed collection of luxury watches since becoming vice president in 2021, and then president in 2022.

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Powerball jackpot jumps to $975 million after another drawing without a big winner

The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $975 million after no one matched the six numbers drawn Saturday night, continuing a nearly three-month stretch without a big winner.

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