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Congress Wants Answers From Trump On Russian Bounties In Afghanistan

Lawmakers demand answers about reported bounties Russia paid to Afghan insurgents to kill U.S. troops. Democrats are headed to the White House Tuesday after several Republicans were briefed Monday.

Ohio County Fairs Face Grass-Roots Efforts To Ban Confederate Flags

County fairs around Northeast Ohio are debating whether to ban sale or display of the Confederate flag. The grass-roots movement comes after state legislators killed a proposal that would have banned the flag across all fairs last month. Portage County is the latest to face calls to remove the Confederate flag from its county fair. A petition from Portage County Young Democrats urges the fair board to take the “necessary steps” of banning the sale and display of the flag at the Portage County Randolph Fair.

Mary Beth (Morgan Saylor) and Pris (Sophie Lowe) get a stern talking-to from Enid (Margo Martindale) in <em>Blow the Man Down.</em>

It Ain't Cabot Cove: Murder In Maine Haunts The Twisty 'Blow The Man Down'

Two sisters attempt to cover up a killing in a fishing village that harbors its own sinister secrets in this film that evokes the tone of films like FargoandBlood Simple.

Nurses and community faith leaders participate in a protest outside the Cook County Jail in Chicago, on April 10, 2020, calling for the release of prisoners from the jail. A federal judge ordered Cook County Jail to take prompt action to stop the spread of the coronavirus, including to make sure that the more than 4,000 detainees have access to adequate soap and sanitizer.

The COVID-19 Struggle In Chicago's Cook County Jail

Cook County Jail's coronavirus outbreak has prompted policy changes and a federal lawsuit. More than 500 staff and detainees infected.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.

Commentary: Thank Goodness For Our Governors

Monday, I did something on social media I probably don't do enough of. I unfriended some knucklehead on Facebook.

Party On, Online: Virtual Beer Pong Becomes An Emotional Lifeline For Workers

The virtual happy hour has taken on huge importance at a time when life is otherwise in lockdown. Workers are learning a lot more about their colleagues in the process.

Health ministries and creative artists are making videos to teach good hygiene and social responsibility. Some are extremely winning, like the hand-washing dance created by Vietnamese choreographer Quang Đăng.

Coronavirus Fears Have Led To A Golden Age Of Hand-Washing PSAs

Around the world, comedians, TikTokers and public health ministries are bringing fresh style and humor to a classic form: the hygiene tutorial.

Democrats Hope To Turn Young Protesters Into Voters

Young protesters have taken to the streets, frustrated by a system that they say is not working for them. The protests could help Democrats galvanize young people, but may also further alienate them.

Capt. Tom Moore, 100, is being awarded a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II after raising more than $39 million in charity for medical workers. Moore walked 100 laps in his garden to earn donations.

Tom Moore, U.K.'s 100-Year-Old Hero, Is Awarded Knighthood For Fundraising Walks

"I hope she's not very heavy-handed with the sword, because by then I might be rather a poor old weak soul," the World War II veteran said of a possible knighthood ceremony with Queen Elizabeth II.

Violent Protests Continue In Minneapolis Over George Floyd's Death

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Holly Bailey of The Washington Post about protesters in Minneapolis who have taken to the streets for a second night after a black man died in police custody.

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