Mississippi State Drops Powerhouse UConn, Will Face South Carolina For Title
The University of Connecticut women came into the semifinal riding a 111-game winning streak, including a 60-point beating of Mississippi State in last year's tourney. Friday, that all was wiped away.
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Friday, 31 March 2017
NPR News: Filings Show Just How Complex Ivanka Trump's And Jared Kushner's Finances Are
Filings Show Just How Complex Ivanka Trump's And Jared Kushner's Finances Are
In a massive document release, 180 of Trump's staff disclose their financial assets and debts as they assumed office. Ivanka Trump and her husband report assets valued at more than $200 million.
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In a massive document release, 180 of Trump's staff disclose their financial assets and debts as they assumed office. Ivanka Trump and her husband report assets valued at more than $200 million.
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NPR News: Rikers Island Could Be Closed And Replaced With Smaller Jails Around New York City
Rikers Island Could Be Closed And Replaced With Smaller Jails Around New York City
Mayor Bill de Blasio is committed to replacing the notorious jail amid reports of widespread violence by inmates and guards but says it won't be quick or easy. One plan would cost $10 billion.
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Mayor Bill de Blasio is committed to replacing the notorious jail amid reports of widespread violence by inmates and guards but says it won't be quick or easy. One plan would cost $10 billion.
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NPR News: In Germany, A Syrian Refugee Is Reunited With His Family
In Germany, A Syrian Refugee Is Reunited With His Family
Syrian refugee Monzer Omar, who first spoke with NPR in 2015, has been living in Germany awaiting his wife and young children. After a 10-hour trek out of Syria, they were able to join him in January.
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Syrian refugee Monzer Omar, who first spoke with NPR in 2015, has been living in Germany awaiting his wife and young children. After a 10-hour trek out of Syria, they were able to join him in January.
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NPR News: In Germany, A Syrian Refugee Is Reunited With His Family
In Germany, A Syrian Refugee Is Reunited With His Family
Syrian refugee Monzer Omar, who first spoke with NPR in 2015, has been living in Germany awaiting his wife and young children. After a 10-hour trek out of Syria, they were able to join him in January.
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Syrian refugee Monzer Omar, who first spoke with NPR in 2015, has been living in Germany awaiting his wife and young children. After a 10-hour trek out of Syria, they were able to join him in January.
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NPR News: Manatees Escape The Endangered List — But Maybe Too Soon
Manatees Escape The Endangered List — But Maybe Too Soon
It seems like quite a win for the marine mammal, which was nearly extinct just a few decades ago. But conservationists say the move could lead to repeal of protections the manatee needs to survive.
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It seems like quite a win for the marine mammal, which was nearly extinct just a few decades ago. But conservationists say the move could lead to repeal of protections the manatee needs to survive.
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NPR News: Restaurants Cook Up A New Way To Pay Kitchen Staff More: A Cut Of Sales
Restaurants Cook Up A New Way To Pay Kitchen Staff More: A Cut Of Sales
Revenue sharing is taking off in restaurants in cities like Boston and San Francisco. The model varies from place to place, but the idea is simple: Funnel a percentage of sales to kitchen workers.
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Revenue sharing is taking off in restaurants in cities like Boston and San Francisco. The model varies from place to place, but the idea is simple: Funnel a percentage of sales to kitchen workers.
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NPR News: In Venezuela, Supreme Court Takes Over Congress
In Venezuela, Supreme Court Takes Over Congress
Venezuela's Supreme Court seized power from the opposition-led legislature on Thursday. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Amherst professor Javier Corrales.
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Venezuela's Supreme Court seized power from the opposition-led legislature on Thursday. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Amherst professor Javier Corrales.
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NPR News: In Venezuela, Supreme Court Takes Over Congress
In Venezuela, Supreme Court Takes Over Congress
Venezuela's Supreme Court seized power from the opposition-led legislature on Thursday. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Amherst professor Javier Corrales.
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Venezuela's Supreme Court seized power from the opposition-led legislature on Thursday. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Amherst professor Javier Corrales.
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NPR News: Tillerson Talks NATO Spending In Brussels
Tillerson Talks NATO Spending In Brussels
At NATO headquarters in Brussels Friday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson pressed other members of the security alliance to contribute more money to it.
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At NATO headquarters in Brussels Friday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson pressed other members of the security alliance to contribute more money to it.
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NPR News: Tillerson Talks NATO Spending In Brussels
Tillerson Talks NATO Spending In Brussels
At NATO headquarters in Brussels Friday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson pressed other members of the security alliance to contribute more money to it.
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At NATO headquarters in Brussels Friday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson pressed other members of the security alliance to contribute more money to it.
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NPR News: China Preps For Its Big Spring Clean, As The Tomb-Sweeping Festival Approaches
China Preps For Its Big Spring Clean, As The Tomb-Sweeping Festival Approaches
People in China are preparing for Qingming, a national holiday to celebrate ancestors that dates back millennia — but was banned for decades and has only recently been reinstated.
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People in China are preparing for Qingming, a national holiday to celebrate ancestors that dates back millennia — but was banned for decades and has only recently been reinstated.
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NPR News: China Preps For Its Big Spring Clean, As The Tomb-Sweeping Festival Approaches
China Preps For Its Big Spring Clean, As The Tomb-Sweeping Festival Approaches
People in China are preparing for Qingming, a national holiday to celebrate ancestors that dates back millennia — but was banned for decades and has only recently been reinstated.
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People in China are preparing for Qingming, a national holiday to celebrate ancestors that dates back millennia — but was banned for decades and has only recently been reinstated.
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NPR News: In West Mosul, American Medical Volunteers Try To Save Lives Near Frontlines
In West Mosul, American Medical Volunteers Try To Save Lives Near Frontlines
A New York-based group of medics is working near the frontlines in Mosul, giving emergency care to Iraqi troops fighting ISIS.
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A New York-based group of medics is working near the frontlines in Mosul, giving emergency care to Iraqi troops fighting ISIS.
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NPR News: Defense Secretary Expresses Concern Over Russian Support For Taliban
Defense Secretary Expresses Concern Over Russian Support For Taliban
Russia has begun supporting the Taliban in Afghanistan against U.S. forces and the government in Kabul. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned in London that the U.S. is "concerned" about this support, first revealed earlier this year, as it weighs the next phase of its approach to the longest-running war in American history.
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Russia has begun supporting the Taliban in Afghanistan against U.S. forces and the government in Kabul. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned in London that the U.S. is "concerned" about this support, first revealed earlier this year, as it weighs the next phase of its approach to the longest-running war in American history.
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NPR News: In West Mosul, American Medical Volunteers Try To Save Lives Near Frontlines
In West Mosul, American Medical Volunteers Try To Save Lives Near Frontlines
A New York-based group of medics is working near the frontlines in Mosul, giving emergency care to Iraqi troops fighting ISIS.
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A New York-based group of medics is working near the frontlines in Mosul, giving emergency care to Iraqi troops fighting ISIS.
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NPR News: Defense Secretary Expresses Concern Over Russian Support For Taliban
Defense Secretary Expresses Concern Over Russian Support For Taliban
Russia has begun supporting the Taliban in Afghanistan against U.S. forces and the government in Kabul. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned in London that the U.S. is "concerned" about this support, first revealed earlier this year, as it weighs the next phase of its approach to the longest-running war in American history.
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Russia has begun supporting the Taliban in Afghanistan against U.S. forces and the government in Kabul. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned in London that the U.S. is "concerned" about this support, first revealed earlier this year, as it weighs the next phase of its approach to the longest-running war in American history.
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NPR News: Effects Of Atlanta's Overpass Collapse Will Rock Southeast For Months
Effects Of Atlanta's Overpass Collapse Will Rock Southeast For Months
Traffic is always bad in Atlanta, but now it's just plain awful after a fire destroyed part of Interstate 85. It won't be fixed for months. The Georgia governor has even declared a state of emergency.
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Traffic is always bad in Atlanta, but now it's just plain awful after a fire destroyed part of Interstate 85. It won't be fixed for months. The Georgia governor has even declared a state of emergency.
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NPR News: Trump Spends Week In Listening Sessions, Bill Signings And Executive Orders
Trump Spends Week In Listening Sessions, Bill Signings And Executive Orders
A week after the failure of the GOP health care bill, the White House has retreated to action it can do without Congress. And many of its actions have been overshadowed by investigations into Russia.
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A week after the failure of the GOP health care bill, the White House has retreated to action it can do without Congress. And many of its actions have been overshadowed by investigations into Russia.
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NPR News: Shot By Her Boyfriend And Now In A Wheelchair, She Found A 'New Me'
Shot By Her Boyfriend And Now In A Wheelchair, She Found A 'New Me'
The State Department has honored Botswana's Malebogo Malefhe as a 'woman of courage' for inspiring others to stand up to domestic abuse.
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The State Department has honored Botswana's Malebogo Malefhe as a 'woman of courage' for inspiring others to stand up to domestic abuse.
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NPR News: Shot By Her Boyfriend And Now In A Wheelchair, She Found A 'New Me'
Shot By Her Boyfriend And Now In A Wheelchair, She Found A 'New Me'
The State Department has honored Botswana's Malebogo Malefhe as a 'woman of courage' for inspiring others to stand up to domestic abuse.
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The State Department has honored Botswana's Malebogo Malefhe as a 'woman of courage' for inspiring others to stand up to domestic abuse.
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NPR News: Serial Killer Dubbed 'Angel of Death' Dies After Prison Beating
Serial Killer Dubbed 'Angel of Death' Dies After Prison Beating
A former nurse's aide who was convicted of killing 37 people in Ohio and Kentucky in the 1970s and '80s died Thursday, two days after he was attacked and beaten in his prison cell.
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A former nurse's aide who was convicted of killing 37 people in Ohio and Kentucky in the 1970s and '80s died Thursday, two days after he was attacked and beaten in his prison cell.
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NPR News: During World War II, Even Filmmakers Reported For Duty
During World War II, Even Filmmakers Reported For Duty
Mark Harris says the military worked with Hollywood directors to create movies about the war. His book, Five Came Back, is the basis for a new Netflix docu-series. Originally broadcast March 3, 2014.
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Mark Harris says the military worked with Hollywood directors to create movies about the war. His book, Five Came Back, is the basis for a new Netflix docu-series. Originally broadcast March 3, 2014.
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NPR News: Japan's Annual Antarctic Expedition Returns With 333 Whale Carcasses
Japan's Annual Antarctic Expedition Returns With 333 Whale Carcasses
The country's Fisheries Agency says the trip is conducted each year to further ecological research — which is an exception in a worldwide ban on commercial whaling. Others aren't buying the claim.
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The country's Fisheries Agency says the trip is conducted each year to further ecological research — which is an exception in a worldwide ban on commercial whaling. Others aren't buying the claim.
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NPR News: Japan's Annual Antarctic Expedition Returns With 333 Whale Carcasses
Japan's Annual Antarctic Expedition Returns With 333 Whale Carcasses
The country's Fisheries Agency says the trip is conducted each year to further ecological research — which is an exception in a worldwide ban on commercial whaling. Others aren't buying the claim.
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The country's Fisheries Agency says the trip is conducted each year to further ecological research — which is an exception in a worldwide ban on commercial whaling. Others aren't buying the claim.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: Judge Approves $25 Million Settlement Of Trump University Lawsuit
Judge Approves $25 Million Settlement Of Trump University Lawsuit
The deal was reached in November but needed the approval of U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel. One student had objected to the settlement, which prevented her from suing Trump on her own.
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The deal was reached in November but needed the approval of U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel. One student had objected to the settlement, which prevented her from suing Trump on her own.
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NPR News: Arkansas Readies For 8 Executions, Despite Outcry Over Pace, Method
Arkansas Readies For 8 Executions, Despite Outcry Over Pace, Method
The state hasn't carried out an execution in more than a decade, but its supply of the sedative midazolam expires at the end of April. So it plans to execute eight men over 11 days.
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The state hasn't carried out an execution in more than a decade, but its supply of the sedative midazolam expires at the end of April. So it plans to execute eight men over 11 days.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: Everyone Pays A Hefty Price For Segregation, Study Says
Everyone Pays A Hefty Price For Segregation, Study Says
If white people are informed that they are also harmed by America's pervasive racial segregation, will they be moved to try to decrease it?
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If white people are informed that they are also harmed by America's pervasive racial segregation, will they be moved to try to decrease it?
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
This Week In Race: A Spicy Shakedown, And A Guy Named Bill Tried Auntie Maxine
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get Spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
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NPR News: I-85 Bridge Collapse In Atlanta Brings Headache To 250,000 Drivers A Day
I-85 Bridge Collapse In Atlanta Brings Headache To 250,000 Drivers A Day
The shutdown affects a roughly three-mile portion of I-85, blocking a major artery that runs through the heart of Atlanta.
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The shutdown affects a roughly three-mile portion of I-85, blocking a major artery that runs through the heart of Atlanta.
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NPR News: Malaysia Sends Men Questioned In Murder Back To North Korea, Along With Kim's Body
Malaysia Sends Men Questioned In Murder Back To North Korea, Along With Kim's Body
Malaysian diplomats were also allowed to leave North Korea, in a swap that seemingly ends the standoff over the murder of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's half-brother.
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Malaysian diplomats were also allowed to leave North Korea, in a swap that seemingly ends the standoff over the murder of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's half-brother.
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NPR News: Malaysia Sends Men Questioned In Murder Back To North Korea, Along With Kim's Body
Malaysia Sends Men Questioned In Murder Back To North Korea, Along With Kim's Body
Malaysian diplomats were also allowed to leave North Korea, in a swap that seemingly ends the standoff over the murder of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's half-brother.
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Malaysian diplomats were also allowed to leave North Korea, in a swap that seemingly ends the standoff over the murder of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's half-brother.
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NPR News: Republicans 'Turn The Cannons On Each Other' In Week Of Public Feuding
Republicans 'Turn The Cannons On Each Other' In Week Of Public Feuding
President Trump and congressional Republicans are lobbing insults and blame at one another, as some Republicans consider working more closely with Democrats to get things done.
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President Trump and congressional Republicans are lobbing insults and blame at one another, as some Republicans consider working more closely with Democrats to get things done.
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NPR News: Trump Advisers Under Scrutiny In Russia Investigations
Trump Advisers Under Scrutiny In Russia Investigations
As investigations into the Trump campaign's potential connections to Russia get underway, Trump associates Roger Stone, Paul Manafort and Carter Page are all expected to face intense scrutiny.
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As investigations into the Trump campaign's potential connections to Russia get underway, Trump associates Roger Stone, Paul Manafort and Carter Page are all expected to face intense scrutiny.
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NPR News: Rising Seas Threaten Coastal Military Bases
Rising Seas Threaten Coastal Military Bases
Many military installations are along coastlines and are vulnerable to rising seas, including military bases on the Virginia coast, which face dangers of flooding.
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Many military installations are along coastlines and are vulnerable to rising seas, including military bases on the Virginia coast, which face dangers of flooding.
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NPR News: Sorting Out The Congressional Russia Investigations
Sorting Out The Congressional Russia Investigations
The Senate Intelligence Committee stepped up its public role in investigating Russia's attempts to hack the 2016 election, as the House investigation descended into chaos this week.
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The Senate Intelligence Committee stepped up its public role in investigating Russia's attempts to hack the 2016 election, as the House investigation descended into chaos this week.
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NPR News: State Leaders Float The Idea Of A Constitutional Convention
State Leaders Float The Idea Of A Constitutional Convention
Some state Republicans who are frustrated by a lack of action on their priorities are eying a never-before-used constitutional provision to bypass Congress: A constitutional convention.
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Some state Republicans who are frustrated by a lack of action on their priorities are eying a never-before-used constitutional provision to bypass Congress: A constitutional convention.
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NPR News: Oklahoma City Mayor On Meeting With DHS And 'Sanctuary Cities'
Oklahoma City Mayor On Meeting With DHS And 'Sanctuary Cities'
Oklahoma City's mayor, Republican Mick Cornett, talks with Rachel Martin about his meeting with Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly and the definition of "sanctuary cities."
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Oklahoma City's mayor, Republican Mick Cornett, talks with Rachel Martin about his meeting with Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly and the definition of "sanctuary cities."
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NPR News: Trump Campaign Adviser Sen. Richard Burr Leading Probe Of Trump Campaign And Russia
Trump Campaign Adviser Sen. Richard Burr Leading Probe Of Trump Campaign And Russia
Sen. Richard Burr is running the Senate's probe into contacts between Russia and the Trump campaign. But he also was an adviser for Trump's campaign, which raises questions about his impartiality.
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Sen. Richard Burr is running the Senate's probe into contacts between Russia and the Trump campaign. But he also was an adviser for Trump's campaign, which raises questions about his impartiality.
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NPR News: 'Democrats Are Good For Gun Sales': Guess What Happened After Trump's Election
'Democrats Are Good For Gun Sales': Guess What Happened After Trump's Election
Donald Trump won the backing of the NRA and many gun owners by opposing limits to the Second Amendment's right to bear arms, but his election hasn't been good for the gun business.
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Donald Trump won the backing of the NRA and many gun owners by opposing limits to the Second Amendment's right to bear arms, but his election hasn't been good for the gun business.
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NPR News: Venezuela In Political Crisis After Supreme Court Takes Over Legislature
Venezuela In Political Crisis After Supreme Court Takes Over Legislature
Venezuela's Supreme Court has taken over the legislature in what opposition leaders say is President Maduro establishing a dictatorship. David Greene talks with Hannah Dreier of The Associated Press.
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Venezuela's Supreme Court has taken over the legislature in what opposition leaders say is President Maduro establishing a dictatorship. David Greene talks with Hannah Dreier of The Associated Press.
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NPR News: Devastated Neighborhoods Left Behind As ISIS Is Forced From Mosul
Devastated Neighborhoods Left Behind As ISIS Is Forced From Mosul
As the fight to push ISIS out of Mosul grinds on, civilians stream out of liberated areas that are unlivable, and Iraqi forces "clear" areas of holdouts and fire mortars at remaining ISIS areas.
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As the fight to push ISIS out of Mosul grinds on, civilians stream out of liberated areas that are unlivable, and Iraqi forces "clear" areas of holdouts and fire mortars at remaining ISIS areas.
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NPR News: Venezuela In Political Crisis After Supreme Court Takes Over Legislature
Venezuela In Political Crisis After Supreme Court Takes Over Legislature
Venezuela's Supreme Court has taken over the legislature in what opposition leaders say is President Maduro establishing a dictatorship. David Greene talks with Hannah Dreier of The Associated Press.
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Venezuela's Supreme Court has taken over the legislature in what opposition leaders say is President Maduro establishing a dictatorship. David Greene talks with Hannah Dreier of The Associated Press.
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NPR News: Devastated Neighborhoods Left Behind As ISIS Is Forced From Mosul
Devastated Neighborhoods Left Behind As ISIS Is Forced From Mosul
As the fight to push ISIS out of Mosul grinds on, civilians stream out of liberated areas that are unlivable, and Iraqi forces "clear" areas of holdouts and fire mortars at remaining ISIS areas.
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As the fight to push ISIS out of Mosul grinds on, civilians stream out of liberated areas that are unlivable, and Iraqi forces "clear" areas of holdouts and fire mortars at remaining ISIS areas.
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NPR News: If Trump Is Traveling And A Pilot Strays, Fighter Jets Will Follow
If Trump Is Traveling And A Pilot Strays, Fighter Jets Will Follow
Traveling U.S. presidents get a flight restriction with a radius that spans 30 nautical miles. When pilots fly inside that airspace, they risk being intercepted by the Air Force.
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Traveling U.S. presidents get a flight restriction with a radius that spans 30 nautical miles. When pilots fly inside that airspace, they risk being intercepted by the Air Force.
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NPR News: Home Health Aides Fear They'll Lose Hard-Won Insurance Coverage
Home Health Aides Fear They'll Lose Hard-Won Insurance Coverage
Many health care aides were able to get insurance through the Affordable Care Act. But with the law's future uncertain, they don't know how their jobs or their doctor bills will be affected.
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Many health care aides were able to get insurance through the Affordable Care Act. But with the law's future uncertain, they don't know how their jobs or their doctor bills will be affected.
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NPR News: In Turkey, Kurdish Singers Keep Traditional Music Alive
In Turkey, Kurdish Singers Keep Traditional Music Alive
For centuries, dengbej songs served as news bulletin, history lesson and evening's entertainment all in one. Master singers continue to perform. But efforts to preserve Kurdish culture have suffered.
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For centuries, dengbej songs served as news bulletin, history lesson and evening's entertainment all in one. Master singers continue to perform. But efforts to preserve Kurdish culture have suffered.
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NPR News: In Turkey, Kurdish Singers Keep Traditional Music Alive
In Turkey, Kurdish Singers Keep Traditional Music Alive
For centuries, dengbej songs served as news bulletin, history lesson and evening's entertainment all in one. Master singers continue to perform. But efforts to preserve Kurdish culture have suffered.
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For centuries, dengbej songs served as news bulletin, history lesson and evening's entertainment all in one. Master singers continue to perform. But efforts to preserve Kurdish culture have suffered.
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NPR News: In Serbia's Election, The Comedian Is A Serious Contender
In Serbia's Election, The Comedian Is A Serious Contender
Luka Maksimovic has made wild promises and offered cash for votes. "Life must be really bad for us if we are voting for a young comedian running for president under a fake persona," says a supporter.
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Luka Maksimovic has made wild promises and offered cash for votes. "Life must be really bad for us if we are voting for a young comedian running for president under a fake persona," says a supporter.
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NPR News: In Serbia's Election, The Comedian Is A Serious Contender
In Serbia's Election, The Comedian Is A Serious Contender
Luka Maksimovic has made wild promises and offered cash for votes. "Life must be really bad for us if we are voting for a young comedian running for president under a fake persona," says a supporter.
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Luka Maksimovic has made wild promises and offered cash for votes. "Life must be really bad for us if we are voting for a young comedian running for president under a fake persona," says a supporter.
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NPR News: Ex-Trump Adviser Flynn Seeks Immunity Before Testifying On Russia Contacts
Ex-Trump Adviser Flynn Seeks Immunity Before Testifying On Russia Contacts
Senate and House panels are investigating Russian interference in the 2016 elections, and Flynn's lawyer says his client "certainly has a story to tell" in a "politicized witch hunt environment."
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Senate and House panels are investigating Russian interference in the 2016 elections, and Flynn's lawyer says his client "certainly has a story to tell" in a "politicized witch hunt environment."
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NPR News: Distraction, On Street And Sidewalk, Helps Cause Record Pedestrian Deaths
Distraction, On Street And Sidewalk, Helps Cause Record Pedestrian Deaths
The number of pedestrians killed in traffic jumped 11 percent in 2016, the highest year-over-year increase — in terms of percentage and total number of fatalities — since data has been collected.
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The number of pedestrians killed in traffic jumped 11 percent in 2016, the highest year-over-year increase — in terms of percentage and total number of fatalities — since data has been collected.
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Thursday, 30 March 2017
NPR News: How Can You Bring Innovation To Government Services? Follow Users
How Can You Bring Innovation To Government Services? Follow Users
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Jennifer Pahlka, founder and executive director of Code for America, about what it takes to bring innovation to government.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Jennifer Pahlka, founder and executive director of Code for America, about what it takes to bring innovation to government.
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NPR News: Venezuelan Political Crisis Grows After High Court Dissolves Congress
Venezuelan Political Crisis Grows After High Court Dissolves Congress
The move is widely seen as bid by President Nicolas Maduro to consolidate his power in the face of a multi-layered crisis.
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The move is widely seen as bid by President Nicolas Maduro to consolidate his power in the face of a multi-layered crisis.
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NPR News: Back From The Dead? Reported Sightings Fuel Hope For Return Of Tasmanian Tigers
Back From The Dead? Reported Sightings Fuel Hope For Return Of Tasmanian Tigers
The last known Tasmanian tiger died more than eight decades ago. It has become the stuff of textbook sketches and yellowing photographs. But now, researchers are launching a new search.
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The last known Tasmanian tiger died more than eight decades ago. It has become the stuff of textbook sketches and yellowing photographs. But now, researchers are launching a new search.
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NPR News: Back From The Dead? Reported Sightings Fuel Hope For Return Of Tasmanian Tigers
Back From The Dead? Reported Sightings Fuel Hope For Return Of Tasmanian Tigers
The last known Tasmanian tiger died more than eight decades ago. It has become the stuff of textbook sketches and yellowing photographs. But now, researchers are launching a new search.
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The last known Tasmanian tiger died more than eight decades ago. It has become the stuff of textbook sketches and yellowing photographs. But now, researchers are launching a new search.
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NPR News: With One Large Breath, Dandelion Is Blown Out Of Crayola's 24 Pack
With One Large Breath, Dandelion Is Blown Out Of Crayola's 24 Pack
The time has come to say goodbye to Dandelion, one of two yellow crayons in Crayola's 24-count pack. It will go into retirement and the Crayola Hall of Fame.
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The time has come to say goodbye to Dandelion, one of two yellow crayons in Crayola's 24-count pack. It will go into retirement and the Crayola Hall of Fame.
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NPR News: An Exoneree Shares His Story Of Wrongful Conviction In 'Anatomy Of Innocence'
An Exoneree Shares His Story Of Wrongful Conviction In 'Anatomy Of Innocence'
Jerry Miller spent more than 25 years behind bars for crimes he didn't commit. His story is part of a new collection that pairs exonerees with mystery/thriller writers.
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Jerry Miller spent more than 25 years behind bars for crimes he didn't commit. His story is part of a new collection that pairs exonerees with mystery/thriller writers.
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NPR News: Restaurants Strive For Equitable Wages With Revenue Sharing
Restaurants Strive For Equitable Wages With Revenue Sharing
Restaurants are trying "revenue sharing" in an attempt to close the wage gap between tipped and not tipped workers, and to help fix the labor shortage in Boston.
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Restaurants are trying "revenue sharing" in an attempt to close the wage gap between tipped and not tipped workers, and to help fix the labor shortage in Boston.
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NPR News: With Drought Emergency Over, Californians Debate Lifting Water Restrictions
With Drought Emergency Over, Californians Debate Lifting Water Restrictions
California is expected to begin easing sweeping water use and drought restrictions after an extraordinary winter of storms. But a fierce debate rages over whether the rules should become permanent.
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California is expected to begin easing sweeping water use and drought restrictions after an extraordinary winter of storms. But a fierce debate rages over whether the rules should become permanent.
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NPR News: Transgender Rights Activist Criticizes Measure To Repeal N.C. Bathroom Bill
Transgender Rights Activist Criticizes Measure To Repeal N.C. Bathroom Bill
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Ames Simmons, director of transgender policy at Equality North Carolina, about the compromise measure to repeal most of the state's controversial bathroom bill.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Ames Simmons, director of transgender policy at Equality North Carolina, about the compromise measure to repeal most of the state's controversial bathroom bill.
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NPR News: Why The Newly Proposed Sepsis Treatment Needs More Study
Why The Newly Proposed Sepsis Treatment Needs More Study
The body-wide inflammation known as sepsis kills about 300,000 people in U.S. hospitals each year. Promising treatments have come and gone, warn skeptical doctors, who call for rigorous research.
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The body-wide inflammation known as sepsis kills about 300,000 people in U.S. hospitals each year. Promising treatments have come and gone, warn skeptical doctors, who call for rigorous research.
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NPR News: Several States Work To Prevent Data Sharing About Immigration Status
Several States Work To Prevent Data Sharing About Immigration Status
As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal immigration, several states dominated by Democrats are pushing laws and regulations that would prevent the states from sharing data about immigration status with federal authorities.
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As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal immigration, several states dominated by Democrats are pushing laws and regulations that would prevent the states from sharing data about immigration status with federal authorities.
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NPR News: 150 Years Ago, The U.S. Bought Alaska From Russia
150 Years Ago, The U.S. Bought Alaska From Russia
It's been 150 years since the United States bought Alaska from Russia. NPR asks attendees at a celebration in Washington, D.C., about Russia's lasting legacy in Alaska.
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It's been 150 years since the United States bought Alaska from Russia. NPR asks attendees at a celebration in Washington, D.C., about Russia's lasting legacy in Alaska.
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NPR News: North Carolina Passes Compromise Measure To Repeal Bathroom Bill
North Carolina Passes Compromise Measure To Repeal Bathroom Bill
In North Carolina, lawmakers have voted to repeal the state's controversial law that, among other things, limited protections to LGBT residents.
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In North Carolina, lawmakers have voted to repeal the state's controversial law that, among other things, limited protections to LGBT residents.
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NPR News: Trump's Draft Proposal Makes Tweaks To NAFTA
Trump's Draft Proposal Makes Tweaks To NAFTA
The Trump administration's draft proposal on the North American Free Trade Agreement appears to be seeking only modest changes in the 23-year-old trade deal. On the campaign trail, Trump railed against NAFTA, calling it the worst trade deal ever.
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The Trump administration's draft proposal on the North American Free Trade Agreement appears to be seeking only modest changes in the 23-year-old trade deal. On the campaign trail, Trump railed against NAFTA, calling it the worst trade deal ever.
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NPR News: Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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NPR News: In California, Health Care Marketplace Appears To Be Thriving
In California, Health Care Marketplace Appears To Be Thriving
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Peter Lee, executive director of Covered California, about how state health care exchanges will work now that the AHCA has failed in Congress.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Peter Lee, executive director of Covered California, about how state health care exchanges will work now that the AHCA has failed in Congress.
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NPR News: Candy Makers Face Pressure For Lobbying The Trump Administration
Candy Makers Face Pressure For Lobbying The Trump Administration
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Amy Brittain, investigative reporter for The Washington Post, about opportunities American candy manufacturers see in the Trump administration.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Amy Brittain, investigative reporter for The Washington Post, about opportunities American candy manufacturers see in the Trump administration.
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NPR News: Trump Reignites GOP Firestorm With Tweet Challenging Freedom Caucus
Trump Reignites GOP Firestorm With Tweet Challenging Freedom Caucus
Donald Trump seems to have ignited a firestorm within the Republican Party with a tweet dare to the Freedom Caucus: work with him or he will work with Democrats.
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Donald Trump seems to have ignited a firestorm within the Republican Party with a tweet dare to the Freedom Caucus: work with him or he will work with Democrats.
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NPR News: Senate Intel Committee Eager To Avoid Partisanship In Russia Investigation
Senate Intel Committee Eager To Avoid Partisanship In Russia Investigation
With the House Russia investigation in gridlock, the Senate Intelligence Committee seems determined to remain above the partisan fray as it held its first open hearing on Russia Thursday.
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With the House Russia investigation in gridlock, the Senate Intelligence Committee seems determined to remain above the partisan fray as it held its first open hearing on Russia Thursday.
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NPR News: Australian Researchers Plan Investigation Into Tasmanian Tiger Sightings
Australian Researchers Plan Investigation Into Tasmanian Tiger Sightings
NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews James Cook University researcher Sandra Abell, who is leading a search for the Tasmanian Tiger, believed to be extinct until recent sightings surfaced.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews James Cook University researcher Sandra Abell, who is leading a search for the Tasmanian Tiger, believed to be extinct until recent sightings surfaced.
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NPR News: Venezuela's Supreme Court Takes Over Opposition-Controlled Congress
Venezuela's Supreme Court Takes Over Opposition-Controlled Congress
In a move critics are calling the point of no return toward a dictatorship, Venezuela's Supreme Court took over the opposition-controlled Congress. The court ruled Congress "in contempt' and said it would take over all "parliamentary capacities."
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In a move critics are calling the point of no return toward a dictatorship, Venezuela's Supreme Court took over the opposition-controlled Congress. The court ruled Congress "in contempt' and said it would take over all "parliamentary capacities."
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NPR News: Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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NPR News: Australian Researchers Plan Investigation Into Tasmanian Tiger Sightings
Australian Researchers Plan Investigation Into Tasmanian Tiger Sightings
NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews James Cook University researcher Sandra Abell, who is leading a search for the Tasmanian Tiger, believed to be extinct until recent sightings surfaced.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews James Cook University researcher Sandra Abell, who is leading a search for the Tasmanian Tiger, believed to be extinct until recent sightings surfaced.
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NPR News: Venezuela's Supreme Court Takes Over Opposition-Controlled Congress
Venezuela's Supreme Court Takes Over Opposition-Controlled Congress
In a move critics are calling the point of no return toward a dictatorship, Venezuela's Supreme Court took over the opposition-controlled Congress. The court ruled Congress "in contempt' and said it would take over all "parliamentary capacities."
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In a move critics are calling the point of no return toward a dictatorship, Venezuela's Supreme Court took over the opposition-controlled Congress. The court ruled Congress "in contempt' and said it would take over all "parliamentary capacities."
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NPR News: Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
Rex Tillerson Meets With NATO Leaders In Attempt To Mend Fences
After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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After deciding to skip a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson heads to Brussels for a NATO meeting and to calm fears about the Trump administration's commitments to key European institutions that have helped support peace and prosperity on the continent for decades. Trump has had harsh words for both the European Union and NATO officials.
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NPR News: Amid Talk Of Tariffs, What Happens To Companies That Straddle The Border?
Amid Talk Of Tariffs, What Happens To Companies That Straddle The Border?
President Trump has called NAFTA a "catastrophe" and threatened to impose a border tax on Mexican imports. How does that impact produce companies with operations on both sides of the border?
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President Trump has called NAFTA a "catastrophe" and threatened to impose a border tax on Mexican imports. How does that impact produce companies with operations on both sides of the border?
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NPR News: Amid Talk Of Tariffs, What Happens To Companies That Straddle The Border?
Amid Talk Of Tariffs, What Happens To Companies That Straddle The Border?
President Trump has called NAFTA a "catastrophe" and threatened to impose a border tax on Mexican imports. How does that impact produce companies with operations on both sides of the border?
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President Trump has called NAFTA a "catastrophe" and threatened to impose a border tax on Mexican imports. How does that impact produce companies with operations on both sides of the border?
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NPR News: Despite Historic Mix-Up, PricewaterhouseCoopers Will Keep Its Oscars Job
Despite Historic Mix-Up, PricewaterhouseCoopers Will Keep Its Oscars Job
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says there'll be a few new safeguards following the Best Picture flub, including not allowing electronic devices backstage.
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences says there'll be a few new safeguards following the Best Picture flub, including not allowing electronic devices backstage.
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NPR News: #ThanksForTyping Spotlights Unnamed Women In Literary Acknowledgements
#ThanksForTyping Spotlights Unnamed Women In Literary Acknowledgements
A professor shared book acknowledgement pages, where men thanked their wives for typing their manuscripts. #ThanksForTyping soon sparked a conversation on women and their uncredited roles in academia.
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A professor shared book acknowledgement pages, where men thanked their wives for typing their manuscripts. #ThanksForTyping soon sparked a conversation on women and their uncredited roles in academia.
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NPR News: A Tiny Spot In Mouse Brains May Explain How Breathing Calms The Mind
A Tiny Spot In Mouse Brains May Explain How Breathing Calms The Mind
A cluster of neurons connects breathing and emotion centers in mouse brains, researchers say. If this turns out to be true in humans, it could explain how controlled breathing calms the mind.
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A cluster of neurons connects breathing and emotion centers in mouse brains, researchers say. If this turns out to be true in humans, it could explain how controlled breathing calms the mind.
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NPR News: Alaska's Growing Kelp Industry Helps Drive Sea-To-Table Movement
Alaska's Growing Kelp Industry Helps Drive Sea-To-Table Movement
While the state has a bountiful coastline, it doesn't have easy access to kelp seed. But scientists are trying to incubate varieties that can be domestically farmed — good news for business owners.
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While the state has a bountiful coastline, it doesn't have easy access to kelp seed. But scientists are trying to incubate varieties that can be domestically farmed — good news for business owners.
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NPR News: 13 Church Members Killed In Collision Between Bus, Pickup Truck In Texas
13 Church Members Killed In Collision Between Bus, Pickup Truck In Texas
Federal investigators have begun looking into what caused the wreck 75 miles west of San Antonio. The victims, who ranged in age from 61 to 87, were returning from a retreat.
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Federal investigators have begun looking into what caused the wreck 75 miles west of San Antonio. The victims, who ranged in age from 61 to 87, were returning from a retreat.
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NPR News: A Debt Collector Is Killed In China, Triggering Debate Over Right To Self-Defense
A Debt Collector Is Killed In China, Triggering Debate Over Right To Self-Defense
"China's law does not really encourage people to defend themselves, because that would be encouraging them to rise up and resist [authority]," a Chinese lawyer noted.
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"China's law does not really encourage people to defend themselves, because that would be encouraging them to rise up and resist [authority]," a Chinese lawyer noted.
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NPR News: A Debt Collector Is Killed In China, Triggering Debate Over Right To Self-Defense
A Debt Collector Is Killed In China, Triggering Debate Over Right To Self-Defense
"China's law does not really encourage people to defend themselves, because that would be encouraging them to rise up and resist [authority]," a Chinese lawyer noted.
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"China's law does not really encourage people to defend themselves, because that would be encouraging them to rise up and resist [authority]," a Chinese lawyer noted.
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NPR News: Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Blasts Putin
Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Blasts Putin
Senator Mark Warner says the Russian leader worked to undermine the 2016 presidential election.
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Senator Mark Warner says the Russian leader worked to undermine the 2016 presidential election.
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NPR News: Malaysia Agrees To Release Kim Jong Nam's Body Amid Diplomatic Crisis
Malaysia Agrees To Release Kim Jong Nam's Body Amid Diplomatic Crisis
Malaysia says it will transfer the body and allow an unspecified number of North Koreans to depart, in exchange for the return of nine Malaysians who had been blocked from leaving North Korea.
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Malaysia says it will transfer the body and allow an unspecified number of North Koreans to depart, in exchange for the return of nine Malaysians who had been blocked from leaving North Korea.
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NPR News: Malaysia Agrees To Release Kim Jong Nam's Body Amid Diplomatic Crisis
Malaysia Agrees To Release Kim Jong Nam's Body Amid Diplomatic Crisis
Malaysia says it will transfer the body and allow an unspecified number of North Koreans to depart, in exchange for the return of nine Malaysians who had been blocked from leaving North Korea.
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Malaysia says it will transfer the body and allow an unspecified number of North Koreans to depart, in exchange for the return of nine Malaysians who had been blocked from leaving North Korea.
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NPR News: U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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NPR News: U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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NPR News: Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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NPR News: U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. Arrests Mexican State Prosecutor, Says He's Also A Drug Smuggler Named 'Diablo'
U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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U.S. prosecutors say they'll seek to compel Edgar Veytia to forfeit some $250 million if he's convicted. He was arrested this week in San Diego.
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NPR News: Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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NPR News: Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
Tillerson Asserts 'Difficult Choices' Are Ahead For U.S. And Turkey
The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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The U.S. secretary of state's remarks at a joint news conference punctuated a day of delicate discussions in Turkey, which is facing a number of issues at home and abroad.
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NPR News: A Forgotten Shipwreck Imperils Washington's Oysters
A Forgotten Shipwreck Imperils Washington's Oysters
The sunken Hero, an Antarctic research vessel from the 1960s, is leaking oil into Willapa Bay, where more than half of the state's oysters are grown. And no one knows how to remove it.
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The sunken Hero, an Antarctic research vessel from the 1960s, is leaking oil into Willapa Bay, where more than half of the state's oysters are grown. And no one knows how to remove it.
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NPR News: The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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NPR News: The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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NPR News: The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
The U.S. Is Ramping Up Military Engagement, Which Could Be A Risk For Trump
President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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President Trump seems to have given the U.S. military a freer hand — but without apparent diplomatic or political strategies to accompany the increased military engagement.
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NPR News: Lonely People Report More Severe Cold Symptoms, Study Finds
Lonely People Report More Severe Cold Symptoms, Study Finds
The study builds on previous evidence linking loneliness to more serious health problems, but the findings do not link the sheer size of a person's social network to cold symptom severity.
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The study builds on previous evidence linking loneliness to more serious health problems, but the findings do not link the sheer size of a person's social network to cold symptom severity.
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NPR News: Seattle Sues Trump Administration Over 'Sanctuary City' Threat
Seattle Sues Trump Administration Over 'Sanctuary City' Threat
"We are not breaking any laws and we are prioritizing safety," Seattle Mayor Ed Murray says. The city's lawsuit says President Trump and his administration are violating the Constitution.
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"We are not breaking any laws and we are prioritizing safety," Seattle Mayor Ed Murray says. The city's lawsuit says President Trump and his administration are violating the Constitution.
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NPR News: In A Bullet-Riddled Mansion, A Beirut Architect Envisions A Museum Of Memory
In A Bullet-Riddled Mansion, A Beirut Architect Envisions A Museum Of Memory
Beirut is peaceful now, but political divisions still run deep — and people are still hesitant to look back on the civil war years of the 1970s and 1980s.
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Beirut is peaceful now, but political divisions still run deep — and people are still hesitant to look back on the civil war years of the 1970s and 1980s.
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NPR News: In A Bullet-Riddled Mansion, A Beirut Architect Envisions A Museum Of Memory
In A Bullet-Riddled Mansion, A Beirut Architect Envisions A Museum Of Memory
Beirut is peaceful now, but political divisions still run deep — and people are still hesitant to look back on the civil war years of the 1970s and 1980s.
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Beirut is peaceful now, but political divisions still run deep — and people are still hesitant to look back on the civil war years of the 1970s and 1980s.
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NPR News: Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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NPR News: Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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NPR News: Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Trump Will Host China's President Xi In Florida On April 6
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit President Trump in Palm Beach, Fla., next week, for talks that will reportedly center on economic and other issues.
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NPR News: A Surprising Explanation For Why Some Immigrants Excel In Science
A Surprising Explanation For Why Some Immigrants Excel In Science
It has to do with language learning, according to a new study from Duke University.
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It has to do with language learning, according to a new study from Duke University.
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NPR News: Nikki Haley Calls For Cuts In U.N. Peacekeeping Funding
Nikki Haley Calls For Cuts In U.N. Peacekeeping Funding
The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is making the case for deep cuts to the peacekeeping budget. That includes in the largest U.N. operation, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is making the case for deep cuts to the peacekeeping budget. That includes in the largest U.N. operation, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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NPR News: Tillerson's Task Ahead For Turkey Visit
Tillerson's Task Ahead For Turkey Visit
David Greene talks with James Jeffrey, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey, as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visits the country. Turkey's cooperation is a vital part of efforts to fight ISIS.
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David Greene talks with James Jeffrey, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey, as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visits the country. Turkey's cooperation is a vital part of efforts to fight ISIS.
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NPR News: A Parody Politician Gains Serious Attention In Serbia
A Parody Politician Gains Serious Attention In Serbia
A comedian with a fake name and a horse is winning over voters in Serbia by declaring he is a corrupt thief. He's a parody of how Serbs see their politicians, and he's running second in the polls.
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A comedian with a fake name and a horse is winning over voters in Serbia by declaring he is a corrupt thief. He's a parody of how Serbs see their politicians, and he's running second in the polls.
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NPR News: Civilians In Mosul Remain Trapped
Civilians In Mosul Remain Trapped
Retired Major Gen. Charles Dunlap of Duke University and Sarah Margon of Human Rights Watch discuss U.S. military operations and urban warfare in Mosul, where some 400,000 civilians remain trapped.
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Retired Major Gen. Charles Dunlap of Duke University and Sarah Margon of Human Rights Watch discuss U.S. military operations and urban warfare in Mosul, where some 400,000 civilians remain trapped.
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NPR News: Nikki Haley Calls For Cuts In U.N. Peacekeeping Funding
Nikki Haley Calls For Cuts In U.N. Peacekeeping Funding
The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is making the case for deep cuts to the peacekeeping budget. That includes in the largest U.N. operation, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is making the case for deep cuts to the peacekeeping budget. That includes in the largest U.N. operation, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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NPR News: Tillerson's Task Ahead For Turkey Visit
Tillerson's Task Ahead For Turkey Visit
David Greene talks with James Jeffrey, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey, as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visits the country. Turkey's cooperation is a vital part of efforts to fight ISIS.
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David Greene talks with James Jeffrey, a former U.S. ambassador to Turkey, as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visits the country. Turkey's cooperation is a vital part of efforts to fight ISIS.
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NPR News: A Parody Politician Gains Serious Attention In Serbia
A Parody Politician Gains Serious Attention In Serbia
A comedian with a fake name and a horse is winning over voters in Serbia by declaring he is a corrupt thief. He's a parody of how Serbs see their politicians, and he's running second in the polls.
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A comedian with a fake name and a horse is winning over voters in Serbia by declaring he is a corrupt thief. He's a parody of how Serbs see their politicians, and he's running second in the polls.
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NPR News: Civilians In Mosul Remain Trapped
Civilians In Mosul Remain Trapped
Retired Major Gen. Charles Dunlap of Duke University and Sarah Margon of Human Rights Watch discuss U.S. military operations and urban warfare in Mosul, where some 400,000 civilians remain trapped.
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Retired Major Gen. Charles Dunlap of Duke University and Sarah Margon of Human Rights Watch discuss U.S. military operations and urban warfare in Mosul, where some 400,000 civilians remain trapped.
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NPR News: Sen. Angus King On Russia Election Investigations
Sen. Angus King On Russia Election Investigations
David Greene speaks with Sen. Angus King of Maine ahead of the Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Thursday looking into Russian interference in the U.S. election.
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David Greene speaks with Sen. Angus King of Maine ahead of the Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Thursday looking into Russian interference in the U.S. election.
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NPR News: How The Case Of The 'Snuggie' Impacts Tariffs And Trade
How The Case Of The 'Snuggie' Impacts Tariffs And Trade
Last month the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled on a question with millions of dollars at stake: Is the Snuggie a blanket with sleeves or a sleeved garment that looks like a blanket?
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Last month the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled on a question with millions of dollars at stake: Is the Snuggie a blanket with sleeves or a sleeved garment that looks like a blanket?
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NPR News: Trump Economic Adviser Gary Cohn At Odds With Inner Circle
Trump Economic Adviser Gary Cohn At Odds With Inner Circle
Gary Cohn was a dyslexic kid from an immigrant family in Cleveland who rose to lead Goldman Sachs. Now he's becoming perhaps the most powerful voice for economic policy in the Trump White House.
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Gary Cohn was a dyslexic kid from an immigrant family in Cleveland who rose to lead Goldman Sachs. Now he's becoming perhaps the most powerful voice for economic policy in the Trump White House.
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NPR News: 'The VA Is On A Path Toward Recovery,' Secretary Of Veterans Affairs Says
'The VA Is On A Path Toward Recovery,' Secretary Of Veterans Affairs Says
Secretary of Veterans Affairs David Shulkin says preventing suicide among military veterans is his "number one clinical priority," and that he is working to fill some 45,000 open jobs in the agency.
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Secretary of Veterans Affairs David Shulkin says preventing suicide among military veterans is his "number one clinical priority," and that he is working to fill some 45,000 open jobs in the agency.
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NPR News: Rural Trump Voters Embrace The Sacrifices That Come With Support
Rural Trump Voters Embrace The Sacrifices That Come With Support
President Trump has proposed spending cuts to programs that prop up rural areas that voted for him. While some policy experts bemoan that, there are rural voters who fully support those cuts.
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President Trump has proposed spending cuts to programs that prop up rural areas that voted for him. While some policy experts bemoan that, there are rural voters who fully support those cuts.
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NPR News: North Carolina Lawmakers, Governor Announce 'Compromise' To Repeal 'Bathroom Bill'
North Carolina Lawmakers, Governor Announce 'Compromise' To Repeal 'Bathroom Bill'
LGBT activists quickly said the bill would leave in place "the harms of the discriminatory HB2 law." The vote on the proposal is expected to be close.
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LGBT activists quickly said the bill would leave in place "the harms of the discriminatory HB2 law." The vote on the proposal is expected to be close.
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NPR News: Federal Judge In Hawaii Extends His Block On Trump Travel Ban
Federal Judge In Hawaii Extends His Block On Trump Travel Ban
U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson says the state of Hawaii has shown it is likely to succeed with its argument that the restrictions on travel from majority Muslim countries is unconstitutional.
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U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson says the state of Hawaii has shown it is likely to succeed with its argument that the restrictions on travel from majority Muslim countries is unconstitutional.
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NPR News: In U.S. Restaurants, Bars And Food Trucks, 'Modern Slavery' Persists
In U.S. Restaurants, Bars And Food Trucks, 'Modern Slavery' Persists
A new report highlights victims of human trafficking in the food industry, from farm workers to restaurant cooks and wait staff. Some victims are exploited for both sex and labor.
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A new report highlights victims of human trafficking in the food industry, from farm workers to restaurant cooks and wait staff. Some victims are exploited for both sex and labor.
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NPR News: In U.S. Restaurants, Bars And Food Trucks, 'Modern Slavery' Persists
In U.S. Restaurants, Bars And Food Trucks, 'Modern Slavery' Persists
A new report highlights victims of human trafficking in the food industry, from farm workers to restaurant cooks and wait staff. Some victims are exploited for both sex and labor.
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A new report highlights victims of human trafficking in the food industry, from farm workers to restaurant cooks and wait staff. Some victims are exploited for both sex and labor.
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NPR News: #BlackWomenAtWork: Women Speak Out After Criticism Of Journalist, Congresswoman
#BlackWomenAtWork: Women Speak Out After Criticism Of Journalist, Congresswoman
Incidents like the ones involving veteran reporter April Ryan and Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters this week are "not a rarity" for black women in the workplace, says activist Brittany Packnett.
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Incidents like the ones involving veteran reporter April Ryan and Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters this week are "not a rarity" for black women in the workplace, says activist Brittany Packnett.
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NPR News: Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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NPR News: Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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NPR News: Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
Felony Charges For U.S. Diplomat Over Alleged Contacts With Chinese Agents
For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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For years, a State Department employee allegedly received tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from Chinese intelligence operatives and failed to report the repeated contacts to U.S. officials.
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NPR News: Cristiano Ronaldo's New Bronze Bust Is Turning Heads
Cristiano Ronaldo's New Bronze Bust Is Turning Heads
At the dedication of an airport named for the soccer legend, officials unveiled another honor: a bust of his head. The Internet was quick to note that the bust, well, kind of missed its mark.
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At the dedication of an airport named for the soccer legend, officials unveiled another honor: a bust of his head. The Internet was quick to note that the bust, well, kind of missed its mark.
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NPR News: Cristiano Ronaldo's New Bronze Bust Is Turning Heads
Cristiano Ronaldo's New Bronze Bust Is Turning Heads
At the dedication of an airport named for the soccer legend, officials unveiled another honor: a bust of his head. The Internet was quick to note that the bust, well, kind of missed its mark.
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At the dedication of an airport named for the soccer legend, officials unveiled another honor: a bust of his head. The Internet was quick to note that the bust, well, kind of missed its mark.
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NPR News: Hungarian Legislation Threatens American University In Budapest
Hungarian Legislation Threatens American University In Budapest
Central European University is widely considered Hungary's top private university. It was founded by financier George Soros, who has a strained relationship Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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Central European University is widely considered Hungary's top private university. It was founded by financier George Soros, who has a strained relationship Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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NPR News: Hungarian Legislation Threatens American University In Budapest
Hungarian Legislation Threatens American University In Budapest
Central European University is widely considered Hungary's top private university. It was founded by financier George Soros, who has a strained relationship Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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Central European University is widely considered Hungary's top private university. It was founded by financier George Soros, who has a strained relationship Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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NPR News: Chinese President Xi Jinping To Meet With President Trump In Florida
Chinese President Xi Jinping To Meet With President Trump In Florida
It will be the first in-person meeting between the leaders, after Trump's sharp criticisms of China during the campaign. The informal meeting may be intended to reduce pressure for concrete results.
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It will be the first in-person meeting between the leaders, after Trump's sharp criticisms of China during the campaign. The informal meeting may be intended to reduce pressure for concrete results.
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NPR News: Chinese President Xi Jinping To Meet With President Trump In Florida
Chinese President Xi Jinping To Meet With President Trump In Florida
It will be the first in-person meeting between the leaders, after Trump's sharp criticisms of China during the campaign. The informal meeting may be intended to reduce pressure for concrete results.
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It will be the first in-person meeting between the leaders, after Trump's sharp criticisms of China during the campaign. The informal meeting may be intended to reduce pressure for concrete results.
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NPR News: Climate-Friendly Coal Technology Works But Is Proving Difficult To Scale Up
Climate-Friendly Coal Technology Works But Is Proving Difficult To Scale Up
Capturing carbon emissions from coal plants would reduce coal's effect on climate change. But high costs and other factors have stymied efforts to use that technology at more U.S. power plants.
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Capturing carbon emissions from coal plants would reduce coal's effect on climate change. But high costs and other factors have stymied efforts to use that technology at more U.S. power plants.
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NPR News: Democratic Senator Urges Trump To 'Do More Than Talk' On Opioid Crisis
Democratic Senator Urges Trump To 'Do More Than Talk' On Opioid Crisis
Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire addressed the opioid problem in her state for several years as governor. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Hassan about President Trump's opioid plans.
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Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire addressed the opioid problem in her state for several years as governor. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Hassan about President Trump's opioid plans.
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NPR News: Ivanka Trump To Be An Official White House Employee Covered By Ethics Rules
Ivanka Trump To Be An Official White House Employee Covered By Ethics Rules
She already has an office in the West Wing. "I have been working closely ... with the White House Counsel and my personal counsel to address the unprecedented nature of my role," she said.
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She already has an office in the West Wing. "I have been working closely ... with the White House Counsel and my personal counsel to address the unprecedented nature of my role," she said.
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NPR News: With Brexit Triggered, Uncertainty Continues Over What's To Come
With Brexit Triggered, Uncertainty Continues Over What's To Come
The British are known for understatement, but political observers speak of Brexit in superlatives. They say it could prove transformational for the country – either for good or ill.
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The British are known for understatement, but political observers speak of Brexit in superlatives. They say it could prove transformational for the country – either for good or ill.
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NPR News: With Brexit Triggered, Uncertainty Continues Over What's To Come
With Brexit Triggered, Uncertainty Continues Over What's To Come
The British are known for understatement, but political observers speak of Brexit in superlatives. They say it could prove transformational for the country – either for good or ill.
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The British are known for understatement, but political observers speak of Brexit in superlatives. They say it could prove transformational for the country – either for good or ill.
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NPR News: Remembering Michael Sharp: He Risked His Life To Make Peace
Remembering Michael Sharp: He Risked His Life To Make Peace
The death of the 34-year-old Kansan was confirmed this week. Correspondent Gregory Warner met him by chance on a boat and found out how he managed to forge a dialogue with violent rebels.
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The death of the 34-year-old Kansan was confirmed this week. Correspondent Gregory Warner met him by chance on a boat and found out how he managed to forge a dialogue with violent rebels.
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NPR News: Missouri Rejects Federal Money In Order To Set Up Its Own Abortion Restrictions
Missouri Rejects Federal Money In Order To Set Up Its Own Abortion Restrictions
Abortion is already heavily restricted in Missouri, but now the state is cutting more funding to organizations that provide abortions, even though it means rejecting millions of dollars from the feds.
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Abortion is already heavily restricted in Missouri, but now the state is cutting more funding to organizations that provide abortions, even though it means rejecting millions of dollars from the feds.
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NPR News: Where Levees Fail In California, Nature Can Step In To Nurture Rivers
Where Levees Fail In California, Nature Can Step In To Nurture Rivers
After devastating floods, California is looking to spend billions on dams and levees. Some are calling for a new approach to flood control, one that mimics nature instead of trying to contain it.
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After devastating floods, California is looking to spend billions on dams and levees. Some are calling for a new approach to flood control, one that mimics nature instead of trying to contain it.
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NPR News: Remembering Michael Sharp: He Risked His Life To Make Peace
Remembering Michael Sharp: He Risked His Life To Make Peace
The death of the 34-year-old Kansan was confirmed this week. Correspondent Gregory Warner met him by chance on a boat and found out how he managed to forge a dialogue with violent rebels.
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The death of the 34-year-old Kansan was confirmed this week. Correspondent Gregory Warner met him by chance on a boat and found out how he managed to forge a dialogue with violent rebels.
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NPR News: U.S. Census To Leave Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity Questions Off New Surveys
U.S. Census To Leave Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity Questions Off New Surveys
"Sexual orientation and gender identity" was listed in a Census Bureau report as a proposed topic for the 2020 Census or the American Community Survey. But the topic was later removed.
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"Sexual orientation and gender identity" was listed in a Census Bureau report as a proposed topic for the 2020 Census or the American Community Survey. But the topic was later removed.
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California Students to Speak to NASA Astronauts on International Space Station
Students from Betsy Ross Elementary School in Anaheim, California, will speak with NASA astronauts living and working aboard the International Space Station at 11:40 a.m. EDT Monday, April 3.
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NPR News: Launch, Land, Launch — SpaceX Tries Reusing Its Rocket
Launch, Land, Launch — SpaceX Tries Reusing Its Rocket
Later today, the private company SpaceX plans on launching a satellite using a rocket that it has launched once before. Reusing equipment could make it cheaper to do business in deep space.
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Later today, the private company SpaceX plans on launching a satellite using a rocket that it has launched once before. Reusing equipment could make it cheaper to do business in deep space.
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NPR News: British Ambassador Outlines How Brexit Negotiations Will Likely Unfold
British Ambassador Outlines How Brexit Negotiations Will Likely Unfold
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kim Darroch, British ambassador to the U.S., on what the United Kingdom's move to leave the European Union means for the country.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kim Darroch, British ambassador to the U.S., on what the United Kingdom's move to leave the European Union means for the country.
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NPR News: British Prime Minister Triggers U.K.'s Exit From European Union
British Prime Minister Triggers U.K.'s Exit From European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May has kicked off the two-year process to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May has kicked off the two-year process to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union.
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NPR News: British Ambassador Outlines How Brexit Negotiations Will Likely Unfold
British Ambassador Outlines How Brexit Negotiations Will Likely Unfold
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kim Darroch, British ambassador to the U.S., on what the United Kingdom's move to leave the European Union means for the country.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kim Darroch, British ambassador to the U.S., on what the United Kingdom's move to leave the European Union means for the country.
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NPR News: British Prime Minister Triggers U.K.'s Exit From European Union
British Prime Minister Triggers U.K.'s Exit From European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May has kicked off the two-year process to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May has kicked off the two-year process to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union.
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NPR News: New Owners Work To Preserve Legacy Of Nina Simone's Home
New Owners Work To Preserve Legacy Of Nina Simone's Home
The North Carolina home of singer, pianist and civil rights activist Nina Simone has sold. Now the new owners are trying to figure out how to honor her past.
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The North Carolina home of singer, pianist and civil rights activist Nina Simone has sold. Now the new owners are trying to figure out how to honor her past.
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NPR News: Fishermen Catch 50 Pound Carp In The Middle Of Los Angeles
Fishermen Catch 50 Pound Carp In The Middle Of Los Angeles
MacArthur Park in the middle of Los Angles is not the most picturesque location, but it is where members of the California Ghetto Carping Club love to fish. And this week, it's where Eddie Salmeron caught the club's record fish, a 50 pound carp.
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MacArthur Park in the middle of Los Angles is not the most picturesque location, but it is where members of the California Ghetto Carping Club love to fish. And this week, it's where Eddie Salmeron caught the club's record fish, a 50 pound carp.
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NPR News: Trump Holds 'Listening Session' On Opioid Addiction
Trump Holds 'Listening Session' On Opioid Addiction
President Trump held a "listening session" on opioid addiction Wednesday, the beginning of what the White House says will be its effort to address a problem that resonated on the campaign trail.
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President Trump held a "listening session" on opioid addiction Wednesday, the beginning of what the White House says will be its effort to address a problem that resonated on the campaign trail.
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NPR News: House Freedom Caucus Faces Pressure After Sinking Health Care Bill
House Freedom Caucus Faces Pressure After Sinking Health Care Bill
Conservatives in the House Freedom Caucus were largely responsible for sinking the GOP health care bill in Congress last week. Now they are under pressure as Republican leadership looks to show they can govern effectively.
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Conservatives in the House Freedom Caucus were largely responsible for sinking the GOP health care bill in Congress last week. Now they are under pressure as Republican leadership looks to show they can govern effectively.
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NPR News: Senate Intel Committee Previews Probe Into Russia's Election Meddling
Senate Intel Committee Previews Probe Into Russia's Election Meddling
The chairman and vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee briefed reporters on Wednesday about their investigation into President Trump's potential connections to Russia's election meddling.
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The chairman and vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee briefed reporters on Wednesday about their investigation into President Trump's potential connections to Russia's election meddling.
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NPR News: Stanford Professor Loses Political Battle To Simplify Tax Filing Process
Stanford Professor Loses Political Battle To Simplify Tax Filing Process
A tax law professor tries to change the way we pay our taxes, so it is easy and painless. His system has been tested and it works. But when he tried to convince California to adopt it, he had to square off with well-funded lobbyists and political power brokers.
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A tax law professor tries to change the way we pay our taxes, so it is easy and painless. His system has been tested and it works. But when he tried to convince California to adopt it, he had to square off with well-funded lobbyists and political power brokers.
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NPR News: Congress Votes To Roll Back FCC's Internet Privacy Protections
Congress Votes To Roll Back FCC's Internet Privacy Protections
The House voted on Tuesday to approve a measure already passed by the Senate, which disapproves of an FCC rule that would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the bill.
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The House voted on Tuesday to approve a measure already passed by the Senate, which disapproves of an FCC rule that would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the bill.
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NPR News: Who Is Devin Nunes? The Congressman Embroiled In Intel Committee's Russia Probe
Who Is Devin Nunes? The Congressman Embroiled In Intel Committee's Russia Probe
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to POLITICO senior writer Carla Marinucci about the rise of U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes and his dealing with the House Intelligence Committee's probe into Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 presidential election.
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NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to POLITICO senior writer Carla Marinucci about the rise of U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes and his dealing with the House Intelligence Committee's probe into Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 presidential election.
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NPR News: Library Of Congress Preserves First Broadcast Of 'All Things Considered'
Library Of Congress Preserves First Broadcast Of 'All Things Considered'
The first broadcast of All Things Considered is being honored and preserved by the Library of Congress. NPR shares some excerpts from the May 3, 1971 program.
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The first broadcast of All Things Considered is being honored and preserved by the Library of Congress. NPR shares some excerpts from the May 3, 1971 program.
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NPR News: Good News For Elephants: China's Price Of Ivory Has Plummeted
Good News For Elephants: China's Price Of Ivory Has Plummeted
Africa's elephants have been poached by the thousands for their tusks. Many of those tusks are then smuggled to China, one of the largest markets for the banned material.
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Africa's elephants have been poached by the thousands for their tusks. Many of those tusks are then smuggled to China, one of the largest markets for the banned material.
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NPR News: Good News For Elephants: China's Price Of Ivory Has Plummeted
Good News For Elephants: China's Price Of Ivory Has Plummeted
Africa's elephants have been poached by the thousands for their tusks. Many of those tusks are then smuggled to China, one of the largest markets for the banned material.
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Africa's elephants have been poached by the thousands for their tusks. Many of those tusks are then smuggled to China, one of the largest markets for the banned material.
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NASA Awards Facilities Engineering Design, Inspection Services Contract
NASA has awarded an architect and engineering services contract to Accura Rosser 8(a) JV of Atlanta to perform engineering design and inspection services at the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
March 29, 2017
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NPR News: Canadians Report More Scrutiny And Rejection At U.S. Border Checkpoints
Canadians Report More Scrutiny And Rejection At U.S. Border Checkpoints
Immigration lawyers say they've seen a spike in the number of Canadians turned back at the U.S. border since January. But federal officials insist that no policies have changed on the American side.
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Immigration lawyers say they've seen a spike in the number of Canadians turned back at the U.S. border since January. But federal officials insist that no policies have changed on the American side.
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NPR News: Will The EPA Reject A Pesticide, Or Its Own Scientific Evidence?
Will The EPA Reject A Pesticide, Or Its Own Scientific Evidence?
The agency must decide this week whether to ban chlorpyrifos, a pesticide widely used on produce. The EPA thinks it could pose risks to consumers. But its new head made his name fighting such rules.
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The agency must decide this week whether to ban chlorpyrifos, a pesticide widely used on produce. The EPA thinks it could pose risks to consumers. But its new head made his name fighting such rules.
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NPR News: Trump Company Reportedly Looking To Add Another Hotel In Washington, D.C.
Trump Company Reportedly Looking To Add Another Hotel In Washington, D.C.
Ethics experts often criticize the Trump Organization for running a hotel just blocks from the White House. Now, the company might be looking to add a second hotel in the nation's capital.
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Ethics experts often criticize the Trump Organization for running a hotel just blocks from the White House. Now, the company might be looking to add a second hotel in the nation's capital.
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NPR News: Muslim Schoolchildren Bullied By Fellow Students And Teachers
Muslim Schoolchildren Bullied By Fellow Students And Teachers
One study revealed that teachers and school officials have participated in one in four bullying incidents involving Muslim students.
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One study revealed that teachers and school officials have participated in one in four bullying incidents involving Muslim students.
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NPR News: Calls Mount For Ban On 'Cyanide Bombs' After Death Of Family Pet
Calls Mount For Ban On 'Cyanide Bombs' After Death Of Family Pet
An M-44, which sprays predators with sodium cyanide, detonated on a teen and his dog earlier this month in Idaho. Now the family and others are petitioning the USDA to end its use of the devices.
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An M-44, which sprays predators with sodium cyanide, detonated on a teen and his dog earlier this month in Idaho. Now the family and others are petitioning the USDA to end its use of the devices.
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NPR News: Bridgegate: Former Christie Ally Bill Baroni Sentenced To 2 Years
Bridgegate: Former Christie Ally Bill Baroni Sentenced To 2 Years
Bill Baroni and Bridget Kelly were accused of playing key roles in a traffic nightmare on the George Washington Bridge back in September 2013.
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Bill Baroni and Bridget Kelly were accused of playing key roles in a traffic nightmare on the George Washington Bridge back in September 2013.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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NPR News: The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
The U.S. Has An 'Active Cyber War Underway' To Thwart The North Korean Nuclear Threat
New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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New York Times reporter David Sanger talks about North Korea's nuclear program and warns that the regime, which has been "fodder for late night comedians for many many years," is no joke.
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NPR News: 2 Activists Who Secretly Recorded Planned Parenthood Face New Felony Charges
2 Activists Who Secretly Recorded Planned Parenthood Face New Felony Charges
A Texas judge dismissed earlier felony charges against anti-abortion activists David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt. Now they face charges in California for allegedly recording people without permission.
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A Texas judge dismissed earlier felony charges against anti-abortion activists David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt. Now they face charges in California for allegedly recording people without permission.
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NASA to Preview ‘Grand Finale’ of Cassini Saturn Mission
NASA will hold a news conference at 3 p.m. EDT Tuesday, April 4, at the agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, to preview the beginning of Cassini's final mission segment, known as the Grand Finale, which begins in late April. The briefing will air live on NASA Television and the agency’s website.
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NPR News: 6 Changes The Trump Administration Can Still Make To Obamacare
6 Changes The Trump Administration Can Still Make To Obamacare
The Republican overhaul bill died, but the health care drama continues. There are lots of ways the administration can change the Affordable Care Act, without congressional approval.
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The Republican overhaul bill died, but the health care drama continues. There are lots of ways the administration can change the Affordable Care Act, without congressional approval.
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NPR News: Sanctuary Churches: Who Controls The Story?
Sanctuary Churches: Who Controls The Story?
This week on the podcast, Adrian Florido tackles a debate: When immigrants facing deportation seek sanctuary, should they make their stories public? Do they decide or doe the church?
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This week on the podcast, Adrian Florido tackles a debate: When immigrants facing deportation seek sanctuary, should they make their stories public? Do they decide or doe the church?
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NPR News: Suspect Arrested Near U.S. Capitol After Officers 'Nearly Struck' By Vehicle
Suspect Arrested Near U.S. Capitol After Officers 'Nearly Struck' By Vehicle
Officers observed an "erratic and aggressive" driver near the Capitol and tried to carry out a traffic stop. Then, police said, the driver nearly hit officers. Shots were fired; no one was injured.
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Officers observed an "erratic and aggressive" driver near the Capitol and tried to carry out a traffic stop. Then, police said, the driver nearly hit officers. Shots were fired; no one was injured.
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NPR News: Hillary Clinton Faults Trump On Health Care And Lack Of Women Appointees
Hillary Clinton Faults Trump On Health Care And Lack Of Women Appointees
The defeated Democratic nominee made her most political remarks since the November election.
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The defeated Democratic nominee made her most political remarks since the November election.
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NPR News: Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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NPR News: Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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NPR News: Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Bob Dylan Agrees To Accept His Nobel Prize During A Tour Stop In Stockholm
Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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Since the American musician won the Nobel Prize in Literature last year, he has not yet picked up his award in person or delivered the customary lecture required for him to receive the prize money.
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NPR News: HPV Vaccine Could Protect More People With Fewer Doses, Doctors Insist
HPV Vaccine Could Protect More People With Fewer Doses, Doctors Insist
In the U.S., there are about 39,000 cancers associated with the human papillomavirus each year. Doctors say the new HPV vaccine may help reduce the number of cases.
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In the U.S., there are about 39,000 cancers associated with the human papillomavirus each year. Doctors say the new HPV vaccine may help reduce the number of cases.
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NPR News: Kushner Family, China's Anbang End Talks Over Manhattan Real Estate Deal
Kushner Family, China's Anbang End Talks Over Manhattan Real Estate Deal
Anbang had discussed investing more than $400 million to redevelop an office tower owned by Kushner Companies — a deal that raised ethical concerns.
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Anbang had discussed investing more than $400 million to redevelop an office tower owned by Kushner Companies — a deal that raised ethical concerns.
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NPR News: Reality Check On Trump Calling For Bipartisanship On Health Care
Reality Check On Trump Calling For Bipartisanship On Health Care
The president told a bipartisan group of senators that there will be a deal on health care. "It's such an easy one," he said, adding that it will "happen very quickly." But it's hardly that easy.
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The president told a bipartisan group of senators that there will be a deal on health care. "It's such an easy one," he said, adding that it will "happen very quickly." But it's hardly that easy.
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NPR News: U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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NPR News: U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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NPR News: Westinghouse Files For Bankruptcy Protection, 10 Years After Acquisition By Toshiba
Westinghouse Files For Bankruptcy Protection, 10 Years After Acquisition By Toshiba
Through Westinghouse, Toshiba had planned to build four nuclear power reactors — two each in Georgia and South Carolina.
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Through Westinghouse, Toshiba had planned to build four nuclear power reactors — two each in Georgia and South Carolina.
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NPR News: Supreme Court Rejects Texas Standard For Mental Disability In Capital Cases
Supreme Court Rejects Texas Standard For Mental Disability In Capital Cases
The state has been using an unconstitutional, obsolete medical standard for determining whether convicted murderers are exempt from the death penalty because of mental deficiency, justices ruled.
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The state has been using an unconstitutional, obsolete medical standard for determining whether convicted murderers are exempt from the death penalty because of mental deficiency, justices ruled.
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NPR News: Brexit: Prime Minister May Is Triggering U.K.'s Exit From EU Today
Brexit: Prime Minister May Is Triggering U.K.'s Exit From EU Today
"On today of all days, we should be coming together as a United Kingdom," British Prime Minister Theresa May tells the House of Commons.
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"On today of all days, we should be coming together as a United Kingdom," British Prime Minister Theresa May tells the House of Commons.
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NPR News: Brexit: Prime Minister May Is Triggering U.K.'s Exit From EU Today
Brexit: Prime Minister May Is Triggering U.K.'s Exit From EU Today
"On today of all days, we should be coming together as a United Kingdom," British Prime Minister Theresa May tells the House of Commons.
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"On today of all days, we should be coming together as a United Kingdom," British Prime Minister Theresa May tells the House of Commons.
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NPR News: The Tahri That Binds: How A Sweet Rice Dish Connects A Woman To Her History
The Tahri That Binds: How A Sweet Rice Dish Connects A Woman To Her History
Making the traditional foods of home on the holiday of Cheti Chand — which falls on March 29 this year — helps a member of the Hindu Sindhi diaspora feel less disjointed.
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Making the traditional foods of home on the holiday of Cheti Chand — which falls on March 29 this year — helps a member of the Hindu Sindhi diaspora feel less disjointed.
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NPR News: The Tahri That Binds: How A Sweet Rice Dish Connects A Woman To Her History
The Tahri That Binds: How A Sweet Rice Dish Connects A Woman To Her History
Making the traditional foods of home on the holiday of Cheti Chand — which falls on March 29 this year — helps a member of the Hindu Sindhi diaspora feel less disjointed.
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Making the traditional foods of home on the holiday of Cheti Chand — which falls on March 29 this year — helps a member of the Hindu Sindhi diaspora feel less disjointed.
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NPR News: Measuring The Impact Of Rolling Back Environmental Regulations
Measuring The Impact Of Rolling Back Environmental Regulations
President Trump's environmental order proposes rolling back regulations. David Greene speaks with John Larsen of the Rhodium Group about the impact those rollbacks could have on emissions levels.
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President Trump's environmental order proposes rolling back regulations. David Greene speaks with John Larsen of the Rhodium Group about the impact those rollbacks could have on emissions levels.
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NPR News: Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson On Proposed Border Wall
Former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson On Proposed Border Wall
Rachel Martin talks with former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, who is testifying before a Senate committee on the impact a border wall would have on cross-border trade in his state.
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Rachel Martin talks with former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, who is testifying before a Senate committee on the impact a border wall would have on cross-border trade in his state.
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NPR News: Settlement Allocates Funds To Replace Flint's Water Lines
Settlement Allocates Funds To Replace Flint's Water Lines
A court-ordered settlement will mandate who pays for replacing 18,000 service lines in Flint, Mich. But it also may end some bottled water distribution that residents have been relying on.
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A court-ordered settlement will mandate who pays for replacing 18,000 service lines in Flint, Mich. But it also may end some bottled water distribution that residents have been relying on.
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NPR News: Potential U.S.-Mexico Wall Builder Has Family In The U.S. Illegally
Potential U.S.-Mexico Wall Builder Has Family In The U.S. Illegally
Michael Evangelista Ysasaga's construction company has put in a bid to build a massive wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. He has family members in the U.S. illegally. He talks about how they reacted.
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Michael Evangelista Ysasaga's construction company has put in a bid to build a massive wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. He has family members in the U.S. illegally. He talks about how they reacted.
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NPR News: California Doubles Down On Efforts To Slow Climate Change
California Doubles Down On Efforts To Slow Climate Change
The Trump administration said it would review tail pipe emissions and fuel standards. But the state of California is doing more to curb emissions from cars.
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The Trump administration said it would review tail pipe emissions and fuel standards. But the state of California is doing more to curb emissions from cars.
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NPR News: Cokie Roberts Answers Your Questions About Intelligence Committees
Cokie Roberts Answers Your Questions About Intelligence Committees
As House and Senate Intelligence Committees investigate Russian meddling in the U.S. election, commentator Cokie Roberts answers listener questions about the history of intelligence hearings.
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As House and Senate Intelligence Committees investigate Russian meddling in the U.S. election, commentator Cokie Roberts answers listener questions about the history of intelligence hearings.
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NPR News: Democrats And Republicans Dig In For Political Fight Over Gorsuch
Democrats And Republicans Dig In For Political Fight Over Gorsuch
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has called on his fellow Democrats to filibuster the nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, setting up a showdown that could undo Senate tradition.
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has called on his fellow Democrats to filibuster the nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, setting up a showdown that could undo Senate tradition.
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NPR News: Former Rep. Bob Inglis On Trump Environmental Regulation Rollbacks
Former Rep. Bob Inglis On Trump Environmental Regulation Rollbacks
President Trump has signed an executive order intended to roll back climate change regulations. David Greene speaks with former Republican Rep. Bob Inglis about the implications.
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President Trump has signed an executive order intended to roll back climate change regulations. David Greene speaks with former Republican Rep. Bob Inglis about the implications.
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NPR News: Iceland May Have A Certain Way Of Celebrating A Soccer Win
Iceland May Have A Certain Way Of Celebrating A Soccer Win
A lot of pregnant women have been going into labor in Iceland. It just so happens to be nine months after Iceland's soccer team stunned England.
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A lot of pregnant women have been going into labor in Iceland. It just so happens to be nine months after Iceland's soccer team stunned England.
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NPR News: U.K. Prime Minister Begins Process To Leave European Union
U.K. Prime Minister Begins Process To Leave European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May is officially triggering Article 50, the process of extricating the U.K. from the European Union.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May is officially triggering Article 50, the process of extricating the U.K. from the European Union.
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NPR News: Bodies Of U.N. Employees Found In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Bodies Of U.N. Employees Found In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Earlier this month, two U.N. investigators went missing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now the U.N. confirms their bodies have been found. Human rights groups are demanding answers.
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Earlier this month, two U.N. investigators went missing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now the U.N. confirms their bodies have been found. Human rights groups are demanding answers.
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NPR News: Iceland May Have A Certain Way Of Celebrating A Soccer Win
Iceland May Have A Certain Way Of Celebrating A Soccer Win
A lot of pregnant women have been going into labor in Iceland. It just so happens to be nine months after Iceland's soccer team stunned England.
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A lot of pregnant women have been going into labor in Iceland. It just so happens to be nine months after Iceland's soccer team stunned England.
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NPR News: U.K. Prime Minister Begins Process To Leave European Union
U.K. Prime Minister Begins Process To Leave European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May is officially triggering Article 50, the process of extricating the U.K. from the European Union.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May is officially triggering Article 50, the process of extricating the U.K. from the European Union.
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NPR News: Bodies Of U.N. Employees Found In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Bodies Of U.N. Employees Found In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Earlier this month, two U.N. investigators went missing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now the U.N. confirms their bodies have been found. Human rights groups are demanding answers.
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Earlier this month, two U.N. investigators went missing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now the U.N. confirms their bodies have been found. Human rights groups are demanding answers.
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NPR News: A New Kind Of March Madness Hits Schools
A New Kind Of March Madness Hits Schools
It's March Mammal Madness, a bracket with real animals facing off in fictional battles. Hundreds of science classes are playing in schools around the country.
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It's March Mammal Madness, a bracket with real animals facing off in fictional battles. Hundreds of science classes are playing in schools around the country.
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NPR News: First Episode Of 'All Things Considered' Is Headed To Library Of Congress
First Episode Of 'All Things Considered' Is Headed To Library Of Congress
The NPR program's inaugural 1971 broadcast has been added to the National Recording Registry, alongside other "aural treasures" like Judy Garland's "Over the Rainbow." Take a listen to the first show!
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The NPR program's inaugural 1971 broadcast has been added to the National Recording Registry, alongside other "aural treasures" like Judy Garland's "Over the Rainbow." Take a listen to the first show!
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NPR News: Wage Deal Averts Threatened Boycott By U.S. Women's Hockey Team
Wage Deal Averts Threatened Boycott By U.S. Women's Hockey Team
Players demanded better pay — and not just leading up to each Olympic Games, as had been the case. During negotiations, they warned they would sit out the upcoming, U.S.-hosted world championships.
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Players demanded better pay — and not just leading up to each Olympic Games, as had been the case. During negotiations, they warned they would sit out the upcoming, U.S.-hosted world championships.
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NPR News: U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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NPR News: U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
U.N. Human Rights Investigators Killed In Democratic Republic Of The Congo
An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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An American, Michael Sharp, and a Swede, Zaida Catalan, went missing while traveling in the country. Authorities confirmed Tuesday their remains, and those of their interpreter, were found.
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NPR News: Run-Up To Census 2020 Raises Concerns Over Security And Politics
Run-Up To Census 2020 Raises Concerns Over Security And Politics
Results from the U.S. Census in 2020 could remake the political map. Some census experts say the stakes for the upcoming national headcount are higher than normal.
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Results from the U.S. Census in 2020 could remake the political map. Some census experts say the stakes for the upcoming national headcount are higher than normal.
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NPR News: Older Workers Find Age Discrimination Built Right Into Some Job Sites
Older Workers Find Age Discrimination Built Right Into Some Job Sites
The websites screen out older job seekers by limiting the dates you can fill in forms, an investigation by the Illinois attorney general found. But other sites say they make a point of fairness.
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The websites screen out older job seekers by limiting the dates you can fill in forms, an investigation by the Illinois attorney general found. But other sites say they make a point of fairness.
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NPR News: Trump Lawyers Claim Immunity In Sex Harassment Suit, Just As Bill Clinton Did
Trump Lawyers Claim Immunity In Sex Harassment Suit, Just As Bill Clinton Did
Summer Zervos, a former contestant on The Apprentice, says Donald Trump engaged in "disgusting touching." Trump's legal team wants the case dismissed, at least until after the president leaves office.
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Summer Zervos, a former contestant on The Apprentice, says Donald Trump engaged in "disgusting touching." Trump's legal team wants the case dismissed, at least until after the president leaves office.
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NPR News: Mississippi Journalist Who Chronicled Civil Rights Era Dies At 94
Mississippi Journalist Who Chronicled Civil Rights Era Dies At 94
Wilson "Bill" Minor spent nearly 70 decades documenting Mississippi's tumultuous political and social transformations. He was writing up until the last few months of his life.
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Wilson "Bill" Minor spent nearly 70 decades documenting Mississippi's tumultuous political and social transformations. He was writing up until the last few months of his life.
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NPR News: Paralyzed Man Uses Thoughts to Control His Own Arm And Hand
Paralyzed Man Uses Thoughts to Control His Own Arm And Hand
A spinal injury severed the connection between Bill Kochevar's brain and everything below his shoulders. But technology has given him a new way to control one arm and hand.
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A spinal injury severed the connection between Bill Kochevar's brain and everything below his shoulders. But technology has given him a new way to control one arm and hand.
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NPR News: As Congress Repeals Internet Privacy Rules, Putting Your Options In Perspective
As Congress Repeals Internet Privacy Rules, Putting Your Options In Perspective
President Trump is expected to sign a bill to overturn new privacy rules for Internet service providers. An expert says there are steps you can take though they won't deliver absolute privacy.
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President Trump is expected to sign a bill to overturn new privacy rules for Internet service providers. An expert says there are steps you can take though they won't deliver absolute privacy.
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NPR News: Congress Overturns Internet Privacy Regulation
Congress Overturns Internet Privacy Regulation
The rule, which had not yet taken effect, would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the rollback.
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The rule, which had not yet taken effect, would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the rollback.
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NPR News: A Researcher Reconnects With Her Ancestors' Slave Past At Madison's Estate
A Researcher Reconnects With Her Ancestors' Slave Past At Madison's Estate
Michelle Taylor is taking part in a project to reconstruct slave cabins at Montpelier, the estate of President James Madison. Through her research, she discovered a personal connection to the site.
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Michelle Taylor is taking part in a project to reconstruct slave cabins at Montpelier, the estate of President James Madison. Through her research, she discovered a personal connection to the site.
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NPR News: Finding A Place For President Polk's Body To Truly Rest In Peace
Finding A Place For President Polk's Body To Truly Rest In Peace
The body of former President James Polk may be on the move again. He's been buried on the grounds of the Tennessee state Capitol, but there's discussion about moving his remains to his former home.
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The body of former President James Polk may be on the move again. He's been buried on the grounds of the Tennessee state Capitol, but there's discussion about moving his remains to his former home.
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NPR News: Deportation Fears Prompt Immigrants To Cancel Food Stamps
Deportation Fears Prompt Immigrants To Cancel Food Stamps
Groups that help low-income families get food aid report a big drop in the number of immigrants seeking help. Some are canceling government benefits for fear it will affect their immigration status.
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Groups that help low-income families get food aid report a big drop in the number of immigrants seeking help. Some are canceling government benefits for fear it will affect their immigration status.
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NPR News: What Russia's Protests Mean For Putin's Opposition
What Russia's Protests Mean For Putin's Opposition
Russians are still trying to understand exactly what happened over the weekend, when thousands of people took part in anti-government rallies — the biggest demonstration of discontent since 2012.
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Russians are still trying to understand exactly what happened over the weekend, when thousands of people took part in anti-government rallies — the biggest demonstration of discontent since 2012.
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NPR News: What Russia's Protests Mean For Putin's Opposition
What Russia's Protests Mean For Putin's Opposition
Russians are still trying to understand exactly what happened over the weekend, when thousands of people took part in anti-government rallies — the biggest demonstration of discontent since 2012.
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Russians are still trying to understand exactly what happened over the weekend, when thousands of people took part in anti-government rallies — the biggest demonstration of discontent since 2012.
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NASA Announces Upcoming International Space Station Crew Assignments
Five NASA astronauts have been assigned to upcoming spaceflights. Joe Acaba, Ricky Arnold, Nick Hague, Serena Auñón-Chancellor and Shannon Walker all have begun training for missions launching later this year and throughout 2018.
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NPR News: Scottish Parliament Pushes For New Independence Referendum
Scottish Parliament Pushes For New Independence Referendum
The Scottish Parliament is expected to demand a second referendum on independence from the United Kingdom on Tuesday. Supporters want the vote to be in 2019 or 2020, just as Brexit negotiations are due to reach their final stage.
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The Scottish Parliament is expected to demand a second referendum on independence from the United Kingdom on Tuesday. Supporters want the vote to be in 2019 or 2020, just as Brexit negotiations are due to reach their final stage.
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NPR News: Amnesty International Criticizes U.S.-Led Coalition For Mosul Civilian Deaths
Amnesty International Criticizes U.S.-Led Coalition For Mosul Civilian Deaths
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Donatella Rovera, senior crisis response adviser for Amnesty International, about evidence of American airstrikes destroying houses with entire families inside in east Mosul, Iraq.
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NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Donatella Rovera, senior crisis response adviser for Amnesty International, about evidence of American airstrikes destroying houses with entire families inside in east Mosul, Iraq.
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NPR News: Scottish Parliament Pushes For New Independence Referendum
Scottish Parliament Pushes For New Independence Referendum
The Scottish Parliament is expected to demand a second referendum on independence from the United Kingdom on Tuesday. Supporters want the vote to be in 2019 or 2020, just as Brexit negotiations are due to reach their final stage.
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The Scottish Parliament is expected to demand a second referendum on independence from the United Kingdom on Tuesday. Supporters want the vote to be in 2019 or 2020, just as Brexit negotiations are due to reach their final stage.
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NPR News: Amnesty International Criticizes U.S.-Led Coalition For Mosul Civilian Deaths
Amnesty International Criticizes U.S.-Led Coalition For Mosul Civilian Deaths
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Donatella Rovera, senior crisis response adviser for Amnesty International, about evidence of American airstrikes destroying houses with entire families inside in east Mosul, Iraq.
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NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Donatella Rovera, senior crisis response adviser for Amnesty International, about evidence of American airstrikes destroying houses with entire families inside in east Mosul, Iraq.
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NPR News: Mayor Of Wyoming Coal Town Reacts To Trump's Climate Order
Mayor Of Wyoming Coal Town Reacts To Trump's Climate Order
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Louise Carter-King, mayor of Gillette, Wyo., about the impact that President Trump's executive order loosening regulations on coal will have on the the town.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Louise Carter-King, mayor of Gillette, Wyo., about the impact that President Trump's executive order loosening regulations on coal will have on the the town.
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NPR News: Trump Signs Executive Order Rolling Back Regulation On Carbon Emissions
Trump Signs Executive Order Rolling Back Regulation On Carbon Emissions
President Trump signed a sweeping set of executive orders on Tuesday that aim to dismantle the Obama administration's efforts to combat climate change.
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President Trump signed a sweeping set of executive orders on Tuesday that aim to dismantle the Obama administration's efforts to combat climate change.
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NPR News: GAO Agrees To Review Costs Of Trump's Trips To Mar-A-Lago
GAO Agrees To Review Costs Of Trump's Trips To Mar-A-Lago
The Government Accountability Office has agreed to review costs and security measures associated with President Trump's visits to Mar-a-Lago. The president has spent five weekends there since taking office.
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The Government Accountability Office has agreed to review costs and security measures associated with President Trump's visits to Mar-a-Lago. The president has spent five weekends there since taking office.
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NPR News: Through Regulation, Trump Could Dismantle Parts Of Obamacare
Through Regulation, Trump Could Dismantle Parts Of Obamacare
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Sarah Kliff of Vox about how Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price could dismantle parts of the Affordable Care Act through regulations.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Sarah Kliff of Vox about how Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price could dismantle parts of the Affordable Care Act through regulations.
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NPR News: For The First Time, South Carolina Men's Basketball Reaches Final Four
For The First Time, South Carolina Men's Basketball Reaches Final Four
Football is usually king on the campus of South Carolina. But, for this week, basketball rules as the men's team has reached it's first Final Four. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Gene Sapakoff, who covers the team for The Post and Courier.
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Football is usually king on the campus of South Carolina. But, for this week, basketball rules as the men's team has reached it's first Final Four. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Gene Sapakoff, who covers the team for The Post and Courier.
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NPR News: Judge Approves Settlement To Replace Flint's Lead-Tainted Water Lines
Judge Approves Settlement To Replace Flint's Lead-Tainted Water Lines
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Melissa Mays, a resident of Flint, Mich., and water activist. Mays was a plaintiff in the lawsuit that just reached a settlement in federal court, guaranteeing replacement of 18,000 lead and galvanized service lines in Flint.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Melissa Mays, a resident of Flint, Mich., and water activist. Mays was a plaintiff in the lawsuit that just reached a settlement in federal court, guaranteeing replacement of 18,000 lead and galvanized service lines in Flint.
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NPR News: Rep. Schiff Calls On House Intel Chair To Recuse Himself From Russia Probe
Rep. Schiff Calls On House Intel Chair To Recuse Himself From Russia Probe
House Rep. Adam Schiff updated NPR correspondents about the state of the House Intelligence Committee's investigation into President Trump's potential connections to Russia's meddling in the 2016 presidential campaign. Schiff has called for the committee's chairman to recuse himself from the process.
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House Rep. Adam Schiff updated NPR correspondents about the state of the House Intelligence Committee's investigation into President Trump's potential connections to Russia's meddling in the 2016 presidential campaign. Schiff has called for the committee's chairman to recuse himself from the process.
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NPR News: Police Warning Shots May Be In For A Comeback
Police Warning Shots May Be In For A Comeback
Police are trained to avoid warning shots for tactical and legal reasons. This long-standing prohibition is being reconsidered under public pressure to reduce deadly shootings by police.
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Police are trained to avoid warning shots for tactical and legal reasons. This long-standing prohibition is being reconsidered under public pressure to reduce deadly shootings by police.
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NPR News: Supreme Court Strikes Down Texas Disability Standards In Death Row Cases
Supreme Court Strikes Down Texas Disability Standards In Death Row Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down as unconstitutional the standards used by the state of Texas to determine whether a convicted murderer is mentally deficient and thus may not be executed.
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The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down as unconstitutional the standards used by the state of Texas to determine whether a convicted murderer is mentally deficient and thus may not be executed.
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NPR News: India's Cities Have A Honking Big Noise Problem
India's Cities Have A Honking Big Noise Problem
They're so noisy that the Central Pollution Control Board is urging drivers not to honk needlessly — like that Uber driver who beeps along with the song on the radio.
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They're so noisy that the Central Pollution Control Board is urging drivers not to honk needlessly — like that Uber driver who beeps along with the song on the radio.
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NPR News: India's Cities Have A Honking Big Noise Problem
India's Cities Have A Honking Big Noise Problem
They're so noisy that the Central Pollution Control Board is urging drivers not to honk needlessly — like that Uber driver who beeps along with the song on the radio.
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They're so noisy that the Central Pollution Control Board is urging drivers not to honk needlessly — like that Uber driver who beeps along with the song on the radio.
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NPR News: White Supremacist Charged With Terrorism Over Murder Of Black Man
White Supremacist Charged With Terrorism Over Murder Of Black Man
Police say James Jackson traveled to New York City in order to "kill black men," a plan he carried out when he stabbed a stranger to death on a street corner. The terror charges were announced Monday.
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Police say James Jackson traveled to New York City in order to "kill black men," a plan he carried out when he stabbed a stranger to death on a street corner. The terror charges were announced Monday.
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NPR News: Late Anti-Apartheid Leader Ahmed Kathrada: 'Don't Harbor Hatred And Revenge'
Late Anti-Apartheid Leader Ahmed Kathrada: 'Don't Harbor Hatred And Revenge'
The anti-apartheid activist, who died Tuesday, worked to end apartheid alongside Nelson Mandela. In his later years, he lamented South Africa's divisions and criticized President Jacob Zuma.
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The anti-apartheid activist, who died Tuesday, worked to end apartheid alongside Nelson Mandela. In his later years, he lamented South Africa's divisions and criticized President Jacob Zuma.
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NPR News: Late Anti-Apartheid Leader Ahmed Kathrada: 'Don't Harbor Hatred And Revenge'
Late Anti-Apartheid Leader Ahmed Kathrada: 'Don't Harbor Hatred And Revenge'
The anti-apartheid activist, who died Tuesday, worked to end apartheid alongside Nelson Mandela. In his later years, he lamented South Africa's divisions and criticized President Jacob Zuma.
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The anti-apartheid activist, who died Tuesday, worked to end apartheid alongside Nelson Mandela. In his later years, he lamented South Africa's divisions and criticized President Jacob Zuma.
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NASA Launches App for Amazon Fire TV
NASA has released its popular app for a new platform, Amazon Fire TV. This version joins previous releases of the app for iOS, Android and Apple TV devices
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NPR News: Device Mimicking Female Reproductive Cycle Could Aid Research
Device Mimicking Female Reproductive Cycle Could Aid Research
Scientists have assembled a lab system from living tissue that can replicate a woman's 28-day hormonal cycle. The goal is to use the system to find new ways to treat a host of women's health problems.
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Scientists have assembled a lab system from living tissue that can replicate a woman's 28-day hormonal cycle. The goal is to use the system to find new ways to treat a host of women's health problems.
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NPR News: Footy McFooty Face Is Stomping Competition In Vote For MLS Team Name
Footy McFooty Face Is Stomping Competition In Vote For MLS Team Name
With the final round of voting set to close Friday, Footy McFooty Face has more than twice the votes of any other potential name.
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With the final round of voting set to close Friday, Footy McFooty Face has more than twice the votes of any other potential name.
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NPR News: What Trump Misses About Energy Jobs In America
What Trump Misses About Energy Jobs In America
The president on Tuesday is signing an executive order with the intention to help bring back coal jobs. But clean energy jobs, like solar, have taken off, far outpacing coal.
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The president on Tuesday is signing an executive order with the intention to help bring back coal jobs. But clean energy jobs, like solar, have taken off, far outpacing coal.
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NPR News: Judge Approves $97 Million Settlement To Replace Flint's Water Lines
Judge Approves $97 Million Settlement To Replace Flint's Water Lines
Residents of the Michigan city have been struggling with a crisis over lead in the water for the past three years. Now, the state is required to replace lead service lines within three years.
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Residents of the Michigan city have been struggling with a crisis over lead in the water for the past three years. Now, the state is required to replace lead service lines within three years.
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NPR News: Justice Department Joins Second Lawsuit Against UnitedHealth
Justice Department Joins Second Lawsuit Against UnitedHealth
At issue are alleged overpayments from the government to the the insurer UnitedHealth Group, which runs popular Medicare Advantage plans.
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At issue are alleged overpayments from the government to the the insurer UnitedHealth Group, which runs popular Medicare Advantage plans.
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NASA Unveils New Searchable Video, Audio and Imagery Library for the Public
NASA officially has launched a new resource to help the public search and download out-of-this-world images, videos and audio files by keyword and metadata searches from NASA.gov.
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NPR News: Senator: Treasury Secretary's Plug For 'Lego Batman' May Be Ethical Violation
Senator: Treasury Secretary's Plug For 'Lego Batman' May Be Ethical Violation
Last week, Stephen Mnuchin told a crowd he couldn't legally promote movies he helped fund, then recommended one. His audience laughed. The ranking senator on the Senate Finance Committee isn't amused.
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Last week, Stephen Mnuchin told a crowd he couldn't legally promote movies he helped fund, then recommended one. His audience laughed. The ranking senator on the Senate Finance Committee isn't amused.
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NPR News: Scottish Parliament Backs Bid For New Independence Vote
Scottish Parliament Backs Bid For New Independence Vote
Lawmakers gave First Minister Nicola Sturgeon the power to pursue a referendum on independence — Scotland's second in several years. The move sets up a showdown with the U.K. government.
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Lawmakers gave First Minister Nicola Sturgeon the power to pursue a referendum on independence — Scotland's second in several years. The move sets up a showdown with the U.K. government.
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NPR News: Inside DARPA, The Pentagon Agency Whose Technology Has 'Changed the World'
Inside DARPA, The Pentagon Agency Whose Technology Has 'Changed the World'
Journalist Sharon Weinberger discusses the Defense Advance Research Projects Agency, which develops innovative scientific technologies for the military. Her new book is The Imagineers of War.
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Journalist Sharon Weinberger discusses the Defense Advance Research Projects Agency, which develops innovative scientific technologies for the military. Her new book is The Imagineers of War.
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NPR News: Scottish Parliament Backs Bid For New Independence Vote
Scottish Parliament Backs Bid For New Independence Vote
Lawmakers gave First Minister Nicola Sturgeon the power to pursue a referendum on independence — Scotland's second in several years. The move sets up a showdown with the U.K. government.
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Lawmakers gave First Minister Nicola Sturgeon the power to pursue a referendum on independence — Scotland's second in several years. The move sets up a showdown with the U.K. government.
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NPR News: U.S. Breweries Top 5,300 As Craft Beer Makers Ride Double-Digit Gains
U.S. Breweries Top 5,300 As Craft Beer Makers Ride Double-Digit Gains
Just five years ago, there were only around 2,000 U.S. craft brewers. More than 800 opened for business in 2016 — and they're finding a changing market.
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Just five years ago, there were only around 2,000 U.S. craft brewers. More than 800 opened for business in 2016 — and they're finding a changing market.
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NPR News: No Need To Get Screened For Celiac Unless You Have Symptoms, Panel Says
No Need To Get Screened For Celiac Unless You Have Symptoms, Panel Says
A task force says people with no symptoms of celiac disease do not need to be tested for the condition, and that people who think they do have symptoms should see a doctor.
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A task force says people with no symptoms of celiac disease do not need to be tested for the condition, and that people who think they do have symptoms should see a doctor.
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NPR News: Human Remains Discovered On Lifted Wreck Of South Korean Ferry
Human Remains Discovered On Lifted Wreck Of South Korean Ferry
Nearly three years after the Sewol sank — and just days after the rusted vessel was raised from the sea — officials offered new hopes for closure for relatives of the nine victims who remain missing.
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Nearly three years after the Sewol sank — and just days after the rusted vessel was raised from the sea — officials offered new hopes for closure for relatives of the nine victims who remain missing.
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NPR News: Anti-Apartheid Activist Ahmed Kathrada Dies At 87
Anti-Apartheid Activist Ahmed Kathrada Dies At 87
South African freedom fighter Ahmed "Kathy" Kathrada spent decades in jail with Nelson Mandela. His best friend later in life was one of his prison guards.
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South African freedom fighter Ahmed "Kathy" Kathrada spent decades in jail with Nelson Mandela. His best friend later in life was one of his prison guards.
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NPR News: Iranian And Russian Presidents Meet In Moscow
Iranian And Russian Presidents Meet In Moscow
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is in Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Rouhani said recently that he hoped "a new turning point in the development of our relations will be reached." NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about their relationship.
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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is in Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Rouhani said recently that he hoped "a new turning point in the development of our relations will be reached." NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about their relationship.
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NPR News: Trump Supporter Or Investigator? 5 Problems For Devin Nunes And The Trump White House
Trump Supporter Or Investigator? 5 Problems For Devin Nunes And The Trump White House
Democrats are calling for Nunes to recuse himself from the Russia investigation after it was revealed he was on White House grounds the day before announcing evidence of Trump's team being surveilled.
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Democrats are calling for Nunes to recuse himself from the Russia investigation after it was revealed he was on White House grounds the day before announcing evidence of Trump's team being surveilled.
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NPR News: 'Sanctuary Cities' Promise Legal Fight After Sessions Threatens Funds
'Sanctuary Cities' Promise Legal Fight After Sessions Threatens Funds
"The Trump Administration is pushing an unrealistic and mean spirited executive order," New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says.
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"The Trump Administration is pushing an unrealistic and mean spirited executive order," New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says.
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NPR News: Occupy Activist Micah White: Time To Move Beyond Memes And Street Spectacles
Occupy Activist Micah White: Time To Move Beyond Memes And Street Spectacles
Micah White co-created Occupy Wall Street. Now he considers the worldwide movement a "constructive failure." In an NPR interview, the author of The End Of Protest says it's time for new tactics.
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Micah White co-created Occupy Wall Street. Now he considers the worldwide movement a "constructive failure." In an NPR interview, the author of The End Of Protest says it's time for new tactics.
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NPR News: Google Hopes To Hire More Black Engineers By Bringing Students To Silicon Valley
Google Hopes To Hire More Black Engineers By Bringing Students To Silicon Valley
Howard, the historically black university in Washington, D.C., is sending computer science students to study at Google's headquarters in California, as part of an effort called Howard West.
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Howard, the historically black university in Washington, D.C., is sending computer science students to study at Google's headquarters in California, as part of an effort called Howard West.
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NPR News: Pinkies Up! A Local Tea Movement Is Brewing
Pinkies Up! A Local Tea Movement Is Brewing
Most of the world's tea comes from China, India and Sri Lanka. But since 2000, dozens of farms have sprouted across the U.S. producing small-batch, artisanal tea sold at a premium.
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Most of the world's tea comes from China, India and Sri Lanka. But since 2000, dozens of farms have sprouted across the U.S. producing small-batch, artisanal tea sold at a premium.
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NPR News: Even With The Wars Behind Us, In Charleston, Cannonballs Still Found Below
Even With The Wars Behind Us, In Charleston, Cannonballs Still Found Below
Relics from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars are creating all sorts of problems in South Carolina. Old cannonballs continue to be found, and many need to be detonated.
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Relics from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars are creating all sorts of problems in South Carolina. Old cannonballs continue to be found, and many need to be detonated.
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NPR News: Tired Of Promises, A Struggling Small Town Wants Problems Solved
Tired Of Promises, A Struggling Small Town Wants Problems Solved
There's a lot of talk about how to revive small towns, especially in the rural Midwest, which Donald Trump carried easily. Visit Cairo, Ill., and at times it feels like a place on life support.
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There's a lot of talk about how to revive small towns, especially in the rural Midwest, which Donald Trump carried easily. Visit Cairo, Ill., and at times it feels like a place on life support.
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NPR News: Rep. Adam Schiff: Nunes Should Step Away From Russia Investigation
Rep. Adam Schiff: Nunes Should Step Away From Russia Investigation
A scheduled open hearing Tuesday on Russia's involvement in the U.S. election is now closed. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with the ranking member of that committee, Democrat Adam Schiff.
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A scheduled open hearing Tuesday on Russia's involvement in the U.S. election is now closed. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with the ranking member of that committee, Democrat Adam Schiff.
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NPR News: Release Of Possible Topics For 2020 Census Raises Concerns
Release Of Possible Topics For 2020 Census Raises Concerns
The U.S. Census Bureau is set to release proposed topics for questions in the 2020 census. Some demographers are worried that the census will become too politicized under the Trump administration.
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The U.S. Census Bureau is set to release proposed topics for questions in the 2020 census. Some demographers are worried that the census will become too politicized under the Trump administration.
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NPR News: Some Cities Undaunted By Attorney General Crackdown On 'Sanctuary Cities'
Some Cities Undaunted By Attorney General Crackdown On 'Sanctuary Cities'
On Monday, the Justice Department said it would follow through on an executive order to withhold as much as $4.1 billion in federal grants from so-called "sanctuary cities." In Travis County, Texas — which includes the city of Austin — officials have said they would not comply with this order. NPR's David Greene talks to Sarah Eckhardt, a Travis County judge, about the potentially severe consequences of being a so-called "sanctuary city" under the Trump administration.
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On Monday, the Justice Department said it would follow through on an executive order to withhold as much as $4.1 billion in federal grants from so-called "sanctuary cities." In Travis County, Texas — which includes the city of Austin — officials have said they would not comply with this order. NPR's David Greene talks to Sarah Eckhardt, a Travis County judge, about the potentially severe consequences of being a so-called "sanctuary city" under the Trump administration.
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NPR News: Jared Kushner To Answer Questions About Meeting With Russian Bank Officials
Jared Kushner To Answer Questions About Meeting With Russian Bank Officials
After President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner met with Russia's ambassador in December, he then met with an official from the Russian development bank VEB. The bank is closely tied to the Russian government and was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department in 2014.
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After President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner met with Russia's ambassador in December, he then met with an official from the Russian development bank VEB. The bank is closely tied to the Russian government and was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department in 2014.
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NPR News: Message To 'Resistors' From Occupy Co-Creator: Stop Protesting. Run For Office
Message To 'Resistors' From Occupy Co-Creator: Stop Protesting. Run For Office
Micah White helped spark the Occupy Wall Street protests that spread worldwide. The activist and writer now says street protest is futile. Progressives, he says, should go rural and run for office.
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Micah White helped spark the Occupy Wall Street protests that spread worldwide. The activist and writer now says street protest is futile. Progressives, he says, should go rural and run for office.
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NPR News: With Fewer Available H-2B Visas, Employers Struggle To Find Seasonal Workers
With Fewer Available H-2B Visas, Employers Struggle To Find Seasonal Workers
The number of H-2B visas available to foreigners seeking work in the U.S. is down from last year. A Maine hotel owner is among those worried about finding enough workers to stay open over the summer.
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The number of H-2B visas available to foreigners seeking work in the U.S. is down from last year. A Maine hotel owner is among those worried about finding enough workers to stay open over the summer.
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NPR News: Hamtramck, Michigan: An Evolving City Of Immigrants
Hamtramck, Michigan: An Evolving City Of Immigrants
Hamtramck, Mich., used to be mostly Polish. Now, the population has changed, with a growing population of Muslims, coming mostly from Yemen and Bangladesh.
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Hamtramck, Mich., used to be mostly Polish. Now, the population has changed, with a growing population of Muslims, coming mostly from Yemen and Bangladesh.
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NPR News: Trump Takes Aim At A Centerpiece Of Obama's Environmental Legacy
Trump Takes Aim At A Centerpiece Of Obama's Environmental Legacy
The Trump administration aims to roll back the Clean Power Plan, which limits emissions from power plants, lift the moratorium on federal coal leases and change the "social cost of carbon" policy.
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The Trump administration aims to roll back the Clean Power Plan, which limits emissions from power plants, lift the moratorium on federal coal leases and change the "social cost of carbon" policy.
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NPR News: Human Remains Discovered On Lifted Wreck Of South Korean Ferry
Human Remains Discovered On Lifted Wreck Of South Korean Ferry
Nearly three years after the Sewol sank — and just days after the rusted vessel was raised from the sea — officials offered new hopes for closure for relatives of the nine victims who remain missing.
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Nearly three years after the Sewol sank — and just days after the rusted vessel was raised from the sea — officials offered new hopes for closure for relatives of the nine victims who remain missing.
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NPR News: Anti-Apartheid Activist Ahmed Kathrada Dies At 87
Anti-Apartheid Activist Ahmed Kathrada Dies At 87
South African freedom fighter Ahmed "Kathy" Kathrada spent decades in jail with Nelson Mandela. His best friend later in life was one of his prison guards.
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South African freedom fighter Ahmed "Kathy" Kathrada spent decades in jail with Nelson Mandela. His best friend later in life was one of his prison guards.
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NPR News: Iranian And Russian Presidents Meet In Moscow
Iranian And Russian Presidents Meet In Moscow
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is in Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Rouhani said recently that he hoped "a new turning point in the development of our relations will be reached." NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about their relationship.
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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is in Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Rouhani said recently that he hoped "a new turning point in the development of our relations will be reached." NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about their relationship.
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