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Starbucks and some of its baristas have been in a contentious fight over unionizing since 2021. Now, the Supreme Court is hearing a case that could have implications for unions far beyond Starbucks.
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The House overwhelmingly approved a bill Saturday that could lead to the company being banned in the U.S., and it's on a fast track to President Biden's desk.
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China has told the world that that it is neutral in the Russia-Ukraine war, and that it is not providing weapons to Russia. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected visit to Beijing this month.
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Twelve jurors and six alternates were finalized Friday in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial. After opening statements, the court is likely to hear from witnesses on Monday.
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The categories include most valuable player, defensive player of the year and rookie of the year. The league plans to announce the winners starting Tuesday during TNT's coverage of the NBA playoffs.
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced the class of 2024. The induction ceremony will be held live on Oct. 19 in Cleveland.
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Workers at a Volkswagen factory in Tennessee have voted to join the United Auto Workers union. NPR's Leila Fadel talks with the union's president Shawn Fain.
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Opening statements set for Monday in the New York criminal trial of former President Trump. TikTok faces what might be its biggest threat yet in the U.S. The U.S. Supreme Court takes up homelessness.
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Historical markers have been used to spread hate — with racist language, ideas and intent. They also have been able to unlock secrets — even from a long-forgotten murder in rural Alabama.
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Immigration observers say that despite increased efforts to curb illegal migration throughout the U.S., Southern border crossings are likely to increase as warmer weather months arrive.