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Misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines can appear almost anywhere: from an uncle's Facebook post to a well-trusted news commentator. Butwhere does it come from, and why do some myths spread further than others?
Violent crime is on the rise in many urban areas across the country, giving Republicans what they believe is an opening in key swing districts that could decide control of Congress next year.
Pooja Sharma
When Pooja Sharma, 35, lost her husband, Manmohan, to COVID-19 during India's deadly second wave, she was left to fend for her family by herself. The Indian media are calling women such as Sharma "COVID widows." The government and nonprofit groups are now trying to support these women, especially those from low-income backgrounds, but researchers say it's not enough.
Below the surface of the sprawling, modern metropolis of Istanbul lies a different world. Archaeologists are gaining insights into the city's ancient past by examining the basements of ordinary buildings.
The next time you pick up some California-grown carrots or melons in the grocery store, consider the curious odyssey of the water that fed them. Chances are, farmers pumped that water from underground aquifers on a scale that's become unsustainable, especially as the planet heats up.
Fully vaccinated Olympic athletes and members of Congress have tested positive for the virus. Should you be worried? How common are breakthrough infections and are they rising?
Podcasts Of The Week
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The International Olympic Committee has been behind every Olympic Games since they were resurrected in the 1890's after a 1,500 year ban. How did the IOC turn the Olympics into such a huge commercial success? And do cities that host the games end up winning or losing? (Throughline)
Social media is designed to be addicting, but it doesn't have to be. Here are a few tips to create a healthier relationship with social media. (Life Kit)
Netflix
Naomi Osaka is one of the best tennis players in the world. The four-time Grand Slam singles champion is representing Japan in the Olympics. And in a new Netflix documentary series, it's clear that these pressures and others have taken a toll on the 23-year-old. (All Things Considered)
Some of the best books can make you feel free — free from your daily grind, free to imagine a new reality, free to explore different facets of your identity. Here are a few books that dig deep into what freedom really means. (Code Switch)
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Tequila was once known as the liquor for hangovers, but is now admired for its refined brands and tastes. It's also one of the fastest-growing distilled spirits in the world. With millions of extra agave plants maturing in the next eight years or so, supply will eventually exceed demand. (The Indicator From Planet Money)
As a kid, Jasmin Graham was endlessly curious about the ocean. Her constant questioning eventually led her to a career in marine science studying sharks and rays. But until relatively recently, she had never met another Black woman in her field. (Short Wave)
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