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Maker of Popular Covid Test Told Factory to Destroy Inventory
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Saturday, August 21, 2021

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Biden Defends Afghanistan Evacuation as Thousands Besiege Kabul Airport

Biden Defends Afghanistan Evacuation as Thousands Besiege Kabul Airport

By Mark Landler

The president cited "significant progress'' in getting Americans out of Afghanistan. But Afghans linked to U.S. troops and other Western groups fear being left behind.

Maker of Popular Covid Test Told Factory to Destroy Inventory

Maker of Popular Covid Test Told Factory to Destroy Inventory

By Sheri Fink

One of the leading producers of rapid tests purged supplies and laid off workers as sales dwindled. Weeks later, the U.S. is facing a surge in infections with diminished capacity.

Abrupt Exit of New 'Jeopardy!' Host, Mike Richards, Rattles a TV Institution

Abrupt Exit of New 'Jeopardy!' Host, Mike Richards, Rattles a TV Institution

By Michael M. Grynbaum, Nicole Sperling and Julia Jacobs

Mr. Richards was named as Alex Trebek's replacement last week, but offensive and sexist comments he made on a podcast several years ago resurfaced. He will remain as executive producer.

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Facebook, Fearing Public Outcry, Shelved Earlier Report on Popular Posts

Technology

Facebook, Fearing Public Outcry, Shelved Earlier Report on Popular Posts

By Davey Alba and Ryan Mac

The company praised itself this week for being "the most transparent platform on the internet."

In Afghanistan, China Is Ready to Step Into the Void

Opinion | Guest Essay

In Afghanistan, China Is Ready to Step Into the Void

By Zhou Bo

The U.S. is gone, the Taliban are back, and China is ready at the door.

Today's Videos

'My Dreams Died': On Kabul's Streets With a Woman Protest Leader

Video Video: 'My Dreams Died': On Kabul's Streets With a Woman Protest Leader

By Jordan Bryon, Emma Cott and Ben Laffin

In Afghanistan, raising the national flag has become an act of resistance. We filmed a woman risking her safety to protest the Taliban.

Biden Details Rescue Effort From Afghanistan

Video Video: Biden Details Rescue Effort From Afghanistan

By The Associated Press

President Biden outlined rescue efforts for Afghanistan nationals and Americans after the Taliban took control of the region. Mr. Biden defended the U.S. decision to withdraw from Afghanistan despite the chaos unfolding in the country.

Oregon Will Require Vaccinations for School Employees

Video Video: Oregon Will Require Vaccinations for School Employees

By The Associated Press

Gov. Kate Brown of Oregon announced that all teachers, staff members and volunteers in the state's elementary and secondary schools would have to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

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