New CDC guidance says fully vaccinated people can mostly remove masks indoors. NPR takes a look at what has and hasn’t changed. More than 1.9 million Americans could be affected by Republican governors cutting back unemployment benefits. The Washington Post examines the possible impact. As American troops withdraw from Afghanistan, the White House is weighing how to evacuate thousands of Afghan citizens who have worked for the U.S. government. Bloomberg News describes the danger they face. Breanna Stewart is the first WNBA player in a decade with a signature-sneaker deal. ESPN explains why it could be a significant development for women’s athletics.

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