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Colombian-Canadian singer Lido Pimienta has released a new album, Miss Colombia, to raise awareness of challenges faced by indigenous and black women in Colombia.

Bright says he was removed from his post as a high-ranking federal scientist focused on vaccines because of his reluctance to promote drugs such as hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients.

The president said he changed his mind about pulling back from the team after hearing from "very respected people." He said the form of the task force would likely change as it focuses on reopening.

NPR's science correspondent answers listener questions about the impact the pandemic has had on climate change and wildlife.

Some essential workers, such as ride-share drivers and personal shoppers, are a part of the gig economy. NPR's tech correspondent takes listener questions on the benefits available for such workers.

With schools closed, elementary school counselor Marie Weller is improvising to reach her students: She's recording YouTube lessons about how they can handle their feelings from her kitchen.

As businesses begin to reopen, some employers want a guarantee they won't face lawsuits, if their workers get sick with COVID-19. Workers also want reassurance that their health will be protected.

With more than 32,000 deaths, the United Kingdom has surpassed Italy to lead Europe with the most lives lost to the coronavirus. The U.S. leads the world in the highest number of COVID-19 deaths.

The White House plans to phaseout the coronavirus task force. Congressional Republicans want to shield employers from lawsuits over the coronavirus. And, some stimulus checks went to dead people.

Some states are allowing movie theaters to reopen, but will they? Big theater chains say no, so it's up to independent theater owners who are "proceeding with an abundance of caution."