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A Beast With 2 Bumps Is On The Loose, Police In Netherlands Were Told
Police in Rotterdam sprang into action looking for a camel. But what they found was an emu, which, in case you're confused, looks nothing like a camel. It's an ostrich-like bird.
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Health Safety Tips For When It's Time To Emerge From Lockdowns
As more states continue to ease shelter-in-place restrictions, what are the safest ways to get back out into society — whether it's outdoors, going to church or returning to work?
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Johnson Outlines Plans For Phased Reopening Of Britain's Economy
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has dropped the message to stay at home in England and outlined a road map for exiting the lockdown. But leaders in the rest of the U.K. disagree with him.
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Rep. Escobar On Pandemic Employment Challenges Facing Latinos
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Rep. Veronica Escobar of Texas about devastating unemployment numbers among Latinos, and why they have been hit so hard.
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After Exposure To Coronavirus, Top U.S. Health Officials Self-Quarantine
The coronavirus has moved inside the White House. At least two staffers tested positive for COVID-19 late last week, and as a result, three top health officials are self-quarantining.
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Economists Break Down U.S. Unemployment Numbers
What do the latest unemployment rates mean for the U.S. economy? NPR's Noel King speaks with Heidi Shierholz of the Economic Policy Institute and Claudia Goldin of Harvard University.
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Minnesotans Are Frustrated As Governor Asseses When To Reopen
NPR's David Greene talks to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz about the economic impact the pandemic has had on small businesses, and how to get workers back on the job safely — given the shortage of tests.
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Mental Health Experts Facilitate Talks Between Families, ICU Patients
It is very difficult for people hospitalized with COVID-19 to communicate with their families. At one medical center, psychologists are helping with some of those tough conversations.
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Quarantine Can Be Tough. Russian Ministry Offers Guidance
Don't stay mad at your family for longer than 10 minutes while in quarantine. That's courtesy of Russia's Health Ministry, which issued the advisory: How to Survive Self Isolation and Not Go Crazy.
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During Lockdown, Magician Turns To The Internet For His Next Performance
Karan Singh has performed magic tricks for famous actors, athletes and politicians. He'll perform for you, for free --all you have to do is ask. He has already done shows for over 400 households.
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'This Is ... Personal': After Surviving COVID-19, A Mom And Daughter Mourn Loved Ones
Jackie Stockton and daughter Alice Stockton-Rossini recovered from the virus that killed friends and a relative. Faith and the ability to take life "one minute at a time" help the women persevere.
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How A Virtual Powwow Helped Heal A Spirit Broken During The Pandemic
Kay Oxendine of the Haliwa Saponi Tribe in North Carolina, was set to serve as the first woman to emcee of the tribe's annual powwow — until the event was canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.