The pressure on Pence in 2020; the crypto world in chaos; the marvelous 'Ms. Marvel'

Plus, more Americans prefer affordable college than student loan forgiveness

View this email online by Suzanne Nuyen First up Susan Walsh/AP Here's what we're following today: Yesterday's Jan. 6 committee hearing focused on the pressure on former Vice President Pence after the 2020 election to reject the electors' votes for Joe Biden. Had he not rebuffed the pressure, the country could have been thrown into chaos. Read up on 4 takeaways from the hearing. ➡️ Also at the center of the hearing was a John Eastman, the lawyer who pushed the bogus legal theory that Pence could overturn the election. Many brands and companies are working to remove Juneteenth-themed items from shelves. Experts say those who are selling Juneteenth-branded products are "tone-deaf." Just months ago, the crypto world was booming and companies were advertising heavily during the Super Bowl. Today, Bitcoin and other companies are plunging, and there's a huge loss of confidence in the product, thanks to the same factors impacting stocks and other assets. A new NPR poll shows more than half of Americans support President Biden forgiving up to $10,000 in student loans per person. But an overwhelming majority would prefer the government focus on making college more affordable.  Newsletter continues after sponsor message Today's listen AP Jackie Robinson is said to have opened the door for Black baseball players. But it turns out there were more doors standing between Black players and equality. 🎧 Listen to filmmaker Andrew Gaines talk about the players who came After Jackie, or read the story. Today’s listen Marvel Studios Check out what our critics are watching, reading and listening to this weekend: Movies: Age is just a number in Good Luck to You, Leo Grande, in which Emma Thompson plays a widow yearning to fulfill a desire that somehow eluded her for her entire life: an orgasm. Books: Summer doesn't have to be about fluffy beach reads. We've got a list of YA books that are perfect for pool-side lounging and provide a nuanced reading experience. TV: Disney's Ms. Marvel has upended all the stereotypes about being Muslim or a South Asian. Music: Ahead of Juneteenth this weekend, NPR's Lara Downes presents a collection of music that insists on the promise of freedom, however long in coming. Before you go Noam Galai/Getty Images for YouTube The conversation around ableist language used in Lizzo's new single "Grrrls" centered the disabled community. But the critiques left out the perspective of Black disabled people and the need for an intersectional lens. Eleven cities in the U.S. will host the FIFA world cup in 2026. It'll be the first tournament set across three host nations. The Wendy Williams Show will air its final episode today after nearly 14 years on air, without its eponymous host. Listen to your local NPR station. Visit NPR.org to hear live radio from WMFE (edit station). Enjoying this newsletter? Forward to a friend! They can sign up here. Looking for more great content? Check out all of our newsletter offerings — including Music, Politics, Health and more! You received this message because you're subscribed to Daily News emails. This email was sent by National Public Radio, Inc., 1111 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 Unsubscribe  |  Privacy Policy