Emily Alfin Johnson
Stories
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Climate
How to follow the latest local updates on Hurricane Milton
As of Tuesday morning, Hurricane Milton was just over 500 miles southwest of Tampa, Fla, and expected to make landfall late Wednesday night.
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Arts & Life
How to follow today's solar eclipse, even if you're not near totality
Never fear, we have some FOMO-friendly resources to help you enjoy totality, even if you're outside the path.
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Here are the top stories of 2023
Here are the stories that captured your attention in 2023 from NPR.org and across the NPR Network.
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Arts & Life
(Assuming you're in the northern hemisphere. Otherwise — Happy Spring!)
According to the National Weather Service, at 3:20 p.m. EDT today, the Autumnal Equinox (the moment when the length of daylight and darkness are almost perfectly equal) occurs.
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Arts & Life
In Honor Of National Dog Day, Please Enjoy These Adorable Pups
In celebration of National Dog Day, let us introduce you to our radiant pups for your enjoyment (and let's be honest — ours too!)
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World
She Is Staying In Afghanistan To Ensure Women's Gains Aren't Lost Under Taliban Rule
Mahbooba Seraj, founder of the Afghan Women's Network, has a message for Americans watching what's happening in Afghanistan.
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World
The Taliban Now Controls Two-Thirds Of Afghanistan
As of this morning, the Taliban now has control of 10 provincial capital cities — effectively putting them in control of two-thirds of Afghanistan.
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Crews From Alaska To Puerto Rico Are Trying To Control The Bootleg Fire
Authorities warn current conditions are ideal for more fires. Officials say embers from the Bootleg Fire can travel long distances on the current 25 mph winds.
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Health
Last Week, 1 In 3 U.S. COVID Cases Were In Florida And Texas
In the last week, 3 million Americans got their first shot. On Tuesday, the U.S. hit President Biden's July Fourth goal of 70% of adults receiving at least one shot.
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Sports
Child Care During Competitions Presents A Major Hurdle For Olympians And Paralympians
If you think parenting is stressful, imagine parenting while also competing as a Paralympic athlete. Lora Webster, who competes in sitting volleyball, is a mother of three, and pregnant with one more.
