Deepa Shivaram
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Politics
Biden says of Putin: 'For God's sake, this man cannot remain in power'
President Biden's remark about Russian President Vladimir Putin came in a speech in Warsaw. A White House official later said Biden "was not discussing Putin's power in Russia, or regime change."
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Politics
Manchin says he will support Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson
Manchin said that Jackson's "wide array of experiences" in the judicial system provide her with a unique perspective she will bring to the court. His support essentially secures her spot on the court.
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National
Texas attorney general says Austin school Pride Week celebration breaks state law
The Austin school district holds events to celebrate LGBTQIA+ students every year. Attorney General Ken Paxton says "when it comes to sex education, parents—not school districts—are in charge."
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Politics
A report on expanding Native American voting access has these recommendations
The report was commissioned by President Biden in March 2021 as part of an executive order he signed to protect voting rights.
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National
U.S. officially declares that Russian forces have committed war crimes in Ukraine
"Based on information currently available, the U.S. government assesses that members of Russia's forces have committed war crimes in Ukraine," Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.
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Environment
Starbucks plans to phase out paper cups in the U.S. and Canada
As part of the company's goal to reduce waste by 50% by 2030, customers will be able to bring a reusable cup to get their drinks by the end of next year.
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World
Ukrainians adjust to the new reality of war
Ukrainian reporter Andriy Kulykov speaks with NPR about the developments overnight in Kyiv and how citizens are feeling toward the U.S. and President Biden now that Russian troops are advancing.
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Food
Avocado shipments from Mexico are resuming after the U.S. lifts its ban
The U.S. had halted inspections of avocados from Mexico on Saturday, after a USDA inspector received a verbal threat.
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Politics
3.7 million more kids are in poverty without the monthly Child Tax Credit, study says
In one month, the child poverty rate increased from 12.1 to 17 percent, the highest rate seen since Dec. 2020. Black and Latino children experienced an even higher rate of poverty.
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Food
Why we'll probably see avocado prices rise soon in the U.S.
Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture put a temporary suspension on avocados from Mexico after an inspector received a threat. Experts say it might lead to a change in supply and cost.