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Harvard University Student Discusses Why She Believes The Admissions Process Is Fair

NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with Harvard University senior Sally Chen about why she believes the university’s admissions process is fair as the university defends its policies in court this week.

Do You Know Someone Who Is Missing After Hurricane Michael?

Are you still searching for a friend or loved one or know someone who is? Tell us and we may contact you to share your story.

Remembering Paul Allen of Microsoft

Paul Allen, co-founder of computer giant Microsoft, has died of complications from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Allen used his fortune to fund his many business and philanthropic interests. He was 65.

‘Frederick Douglass’ Is An Extended Meditation On The Legend’s Self-Invention

David W. Blight’s opus manages to be both a celebration of a remarkable life and a sober reminder of the many ways in which our terrible times are shaped by those Douglass lived through.

Pompeo Arrives In Saudi Arabia To Discuss Khashoggi Disappearance

President Trump dispatched Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to the kingdom amid international tension over the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Washington Catholic Archdiocese Names 31 Priests ‘Credibly Accused’ Of Sexual Abuse

The list, which includes allegations dating back as far as 1948 and as recently as 1996, was released days after Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Archbishop Cardinal Donald Wuerl.

Post Michael: Hard-Hit Florida Residents Consider Whether To Rebuild

It’s been a week since one of the strongest hurricanes on record devastated parts of the Florida panhandle, as well as parts of Georgia, the Carolinas and Virginia. How are things going?

Salvation Army Provides Hurricane Relief To People In Panama City

Those Florida residents lack the basic necessities after Hurricane Michael devastated much of the area. Rachel Martin talks to David Yarmuth, who is there providing aid with the Salvation Army.

NPR Poll: Rural Americans Are Worried About Addiction And Jobs, But Remain Optimistic

What’s on people’s minds in rural America? A new poll shows that the addiction crisis and economic issues have people worried. But many retain an upbeat outlook about the future of their communities.

Getting Back What You Lost — Rebuilding In A Wildfire Zone

In northern California, homes are being rebuilt in the same area that burned to the ground in last year’s Tubbs Fire. Despite the risk, a severe housing shortage in the area is forcing tough choices.

Should TV Drug Ads Be Forced To Include A Price? Trump’s Team Says Yes

With high drug prices a hot election issue, drugmakers and the Trump administration are jockeying over how to bring prices down. But critics say the proposed fixes don’t have enforcement teeth.

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