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Argentina's 2018-19 hantavirus outbreak is guiding the response to this one
The outbreak in Argentina in 2018-19 of hantavirus is one that scientists studied carefully, so many researchers are turning to it for information about the virus.

Omaha's U.S. House race tests candidates' ability to reach beyond party lines
Omaha, Neb., is home to a toss-up Congressional race this year. Voters have shown a willingness to vote for moderate candidates from both parties, but has the definition of a moderate now changed?

Sam Altman's testimony begins in Musk trial
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman takes the stand to defend his company against a lawsuit brought by Elon Musk.

Farmers want firm trade deal from Trump's China visit
President Trump's state visit to China will be closely watched in the American heartland, where his trade war has resulted in grain farmers losing considerable business from international buyers.

Inflation is up. Americans explain how it's affecting them
Consumer prices surged 3.8% in April from a year ago, according to the Labor Department. We hear from people who are feeling the effects of inflation and how they're dealing.

Cure for Paranoia shares what it took to win's this year's Tiny Desk Contest
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Cameron McCloud of the band Cure for Paranoia, which won this year's Tiny Desk Contest.

How Americans see China now
As President Trump heads to China this week, a new NPR-Chicago Council-Ipsos poll finds most Americans think U.S. tariffs have hurt both economies, and that the Iran war is bad for America.

The clipping economy: How short-form video 'clippers' are overrunningthe internet
Turning long-form podcasts and interviews into short-form social media clips has become a lucrative career for some. But others say it is a race to the bottom.

New treatments offer hope for deadly pancreatic cancer
Although pancreatic cancer remains very lethal, a few new kinds of therapies are coming

In '2084,' authors fictionalize global threats as a real world warning
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Admiral James Stavridis and Elliot Ackerman about their new book, 2084, which examines a future where climate change has ravaged the planet.

KUAF News from Ozarks at Large

Center Tops Out, Rural Roads Ranked
State Legislators get an update on measures meant to ease overcrowding in the state's prison system. Arkansas' rural roads receive unfavorable rankings in terms of fatalities and maintenance, and Bentonville officials celebrate the topping out of the city's new community center.
Watching Businesses, Politicians and I-49
Michael Tilley from The City Wire talks about lingering questions surrounding the Fort Smith Board of Directors and more.
Trucking Rolls Into 21st Century
Trucking evolves rapidly and we examine the latest in logistics.
How to Have a Cheap, Fun Weekend
Becca Martin Brown, from Northwest Arkansas Newspapers, says you can be entertained all weekend without spending much cash.
Moments, Handmade
The jazz duo Handmade Moments will release their self-titled album this Thursday at Smoke and Barrel Tavern. Expect cameos from Trout Fishing in America.
Semester Tests Examined, Lottery Reports Revenue Declines
The Arkansas Lottery Commission reports the second straight year of declining revenue for the state's scholarship lottery. Rogers Public Schools officials remove a rule that implied a requirement for end of semester exams. And two Arkansas attorneys file a motion in federal court for a summary judgement in regards to the state's ban on same-sex marriages.
Battle Over SWEPCO Transmission Project Elicits UA Survey
A University of Arkansas research team surveyed hundreds of Northwest Arkansas political and business leaders on state energy policy issues. The study stems from a surge of interest in the local electrical grid over the past year, due to controversy over a proposed 60-mile long interstate power transmission line that would cut a wide swath through north Benton and Carroll Counties.
A Different Kind of Summer Reading Program
The Fayetteville Public Schools’ Bookmobile is making an impact, through books, on young members of the community in an effort to combat summer learning loss. Catch up with them Monday, July 21 and again July 28 at the following locations: 9:30- Red Oak Park (Carlsbad/Boxley/Bridgeport Subdivision area off Wedington) 10:15- The Links at Wedington (at the roundabout in the middle of the complex) 11:00- Woodway Apartments (by the complex pool) 11:45- Crofton Manor off Mt. Comfort (on Hatterly Street) 12:10- Washington Plaza Apartments (Under a grove of trees towards the back entrance of the complex)
Summer Jazz Series Continues With Latin Flavor
The Sons of Brasil will deliver the second installment in this year's KUAF Summer Jazz Series, this weekend at 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville. We hear from trumpeter and founder of the group Stan Kessler.
Outdoor Activities Abound
A few things to do this weekend, and if those aren’t enough, enter to win a selection of tickets.