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China owns 380,000 acres of land in the U.S. Here's where - WPRL
Jun 26, 2023 · In 2021, a Chinese company bought land near an Air Force base in Grand Forks, N.D., sending lawmakers into a frenzy. Lawmakers feared that China, which many policymakers view as a strategic adversary even though it's the country's top trading partner outside North America, could gain control over the U.S. food and energy supply, as well as a hold on markets and critical infrastructure.
More And More Democrats Embrace The 'Progressive' Label.
Sep 13, 2021 · The word "progressive" has become more popular among Democrats in recent years, but it means different things to different people. Some see it as a synonym for liberal, while others emphasize challenging power and fighting the establishment.
Plants can communicate and respond to touch. Does that mean …
May 6, 2024 · This web page is a transcript of a radio show that explores how plants use information from the environment and the past to make choices for the future. It features interviews with a journalist who wrote a book about plant intelligence and a plant scientist who studies how plants communicate with each other.
The stereotype of immigrants eating dogs and cats is storied — …
Sep 11, 2024 · The web page reports on the false accusations of immigrants eating pets in Ohio, a recurrent theme in American history and politics. It explores the origins, implications and context of this stereotype, as well as the rhetoric of the 2024 presidential debate.
Trump's speeches follow a familiar playlist, featuring greatest hits ...
May 8, 2024 · The former president's campaign events are surreal to experience: all-day affairs that are equal parts religious revival and massive pep rallies, powered by an infamous musical playlist. Trump's speeches also feature familiar attacks against his opponents, criminal charges and policy proposals, but also take a darker, more defiant tone.
Scorched by Maui wildfire, historic Lahaina banyan tree appears
Aug 11, 2023 · The 150-year-old banyan tree, a symbol of Lahaina's history and community, was badly charred by the fire that killed 36 people and destroyed many buildings. It's unclear if the tree will survive, but it could be a symbol of resilience and hope for the town's rebuilding.
Life coach or therapist? Know the differences - wprl.org
Sep 10, 2024 · There's multi-billion dollar market in the U.S. for life and health coaching. Many Americans are looking for alternatives to traditional mental health care. But unlike therapy, coaching is unregulated.
The worst songs ever, according to NPR listeners
Sep 8, 2024 · Ayesha Rascoe is a White House correspondent for NPR. She is currently covering her third presidential administration. Rascoe's White House coverage has included a number of high profile foreign trips, including President Trump's 2019 summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Hanoi, Vietnam, and President Obama's …
Frankie Beverly, R&B and funk legend, dies at 77 - wprl.org
Sep 11, 2024 · The singer, songwriter and producer of Maze passed away on September 11, 2024, according to his family. He was known for hits like "Happy Feelin's" and "Before I Let Go," and for his live performances that he called his priority.