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As threats grow, 'parasol patrol' provides security for Drag Story Hour

By Jackie Sedley

Published December 16, 2025 at 5:25 PM EST

Drag Story Hour, where drag performers read to kids, has weathered attacks and threats over the years. In Denver, a volunteer "parasol patrol" provides security to families attending Drag Story Hour.

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The U.S. has long had interest in Venezuelan oil, but that's not all

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NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Francisco Monaldi, the director of the Latin American Energy Program at the Baker Institute at Rice University about the U.S.'s long interest in Venezuela's oil industry.
How college campus security has changed to prepare for violent attacks

Ailsa Chang, Brianna Scott, Christopher Intagliata

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Rob Kilfoyle, president of the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators, about evolving safety standards on college campuses.
What to know from Susie Wiles' interviews with 'Vanity Fair,' according to the writer

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Throughout the year, Vanity Fair writer Chris Whipple interviewed some of the people closest to President Trump. We speak with Whipple about his talks with White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles.
British doctors to go on strike during a flu outbreak

Lauren Frayer

Doctors in England say they'll go on strike Wednesday. Their five-day action coincides with a spike in flu cases. The government says crowded hospitals are preparing for a "worst case scenario."
Sculptor of St. Peter's Square nativity scene aims to 'inspire wonder' with design

Claire Giangrave

The nativity scene in St. Peter's Square comes from a different place every year. For Pope Leo's first Christmas as the pontiff, this year's display comes from Salerno {sah-LAIR-no}, Italy.