West Texas Shooting: At Least 5 Killed, 21 Injured
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Marfa Public Radio's Mitch Borden about the shootings that took place in Texas.
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Saturday, 31 August 2019
NPR News: Trial Date Set For 5 Charged In Sept. 11 Attacks
Trial Date Set For 5 Charged In Sept. 11 Attacks
More than a decade after being arraigned, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other Sept. 11 defendants have a trial date.
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More than a decade after being arraigned, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and other Sept. 11 defendants have a trial date.
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NPR News: What Dorian Means For Florida Oranges
What Dorian Means For Florida Oranges
NPR's Scott Simon asks Ellis Hunt, chairman of the Florida Citrus Commission, about preparations for Hurricane Dorian.
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NPR's Scott Simon asks Ellis Hunt, chairman of the Florida Citrus Commission, about preparations for Hurricane Dorian.
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NPR News: ICE Ignores State Pardons In Connecticut
ICE Ignores State Pardons In Connecticut
In Connecticut, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is trying to deport a legal permanent resident even though her record has been cleared.
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In Connecticut, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is trying to deport a legal permanent resident even though her record has been cleared.
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NPR News: Dairy Farmers Hurt By Trade War
Dairy Farmers Hurt By Trade War
Exports of U.S. dairy products to China have dropped more than 50% because of the trade war. The U.S. is losing out at a time when Chinese consumers are eating more cheese and drinking more milk.
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Exports of U.S. dairy products to China have dropped more than 50% because of the trade war. The U.S. is losing out at a time when Chinese consumers are eating more cheese and drinking more milk.
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NPR News: At Least 11 Journalists Killed This Year In Mexico
At Least 11 Journalists Killed This Year In Mexico
This year is on track to be the deadliest one yet for journalists in Mexico. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mexican journalist Javier Garza about why conditions there are worsening for the press.
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This year is on track to be the deadliest one yet for journalists in Mexico. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mexican journalist Javier Garza about why conditions there are worsening for the press.
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NPR News: Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Despite Ban
Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Despite Ban
This is the 13th straight week of protests against Hong Kong's Beijing-controlled government.
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This is the 13th straight week of protests against Hong Kong's Beijing-controlled government.
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NPR News: Dairy Farmers Hurt By Trade War
Dairy Farmers Hurt By Trade War
Exports of U.S. dairy products to China have dropped more than 50% because of the trade war. The U.S. is losing out at a time when Chinese consumers are eating more cheese and drinking more milk.
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Exports of U.S. dairy products to China have dropped more than 50% because of the trade war. The U.S. is losing out at a time when Chinese consumers are eating more cheese and drinking more milk.
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NPR News: At Least 11 Journalists Killed This Year In Mexico
At Least 11 Journalists Killed This Year In Mexico
This year is on track to be the deadliest one yet for journalists in Mexico. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mexican journalist Javier Garza about why conditions there are worsening for the press.
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This year is on track to be the deadliest one yet for journalists in Mexico. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Mexican journalist Javier Garza about why conditions there are worsening for the press.
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NPR News: Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Despite Ban
Thousands Protest In Hong Kong Despite Ban
This is the 13th straight week of protests against Hong Kong's Beijing-controlled government.
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This is the 13th straight week of protests against Hong Kong's Beijing-controlled government.
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NPR News: Nearly 4 Weeks Into India's Clampdown, Kashmiris Describe Protests, Jail, Uncertainty
Nearly 4 Weeks Into India's Clampdown, Kashmiris Describe Protests, Jail, Uncertainty
The government says its priorities are "restoration of normalcy and deepening of democracy" in Indian-controlled Kashmir. But people who have left the region this month paint a different picture.
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The government says its priorities are "restoration of normalcy and deepening of democracy" in Indian-controlled Kashmir. But people who have left the region this month paint a different picture.
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NPR News: Nearly 4 Weeks Into India's Clampdown, Kashmiris Describe Protests, Jail, Uncertainty
Nearly 4 Weeks Into India's Clampdown, Kashmiris Describe Protests, Jail, Uncertainty
The government says its priorities are "restoration of normalcy and deepening of democracy" in Indian-controlled Kashmir. But people who have left the region this month paint a different picture.
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The government says its priorities are "restoration of normalcy and deepening of democracy" in Indian-controlled Kashmir. But people who have left the region this month paint a different picture.
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NPR News: With Hurricane On Its Way, Trump Move To Shift Funds Puts Priorities In Question
With Hurricane On Its Way, Trump Move To Shift Funds Puts Priorities In Question
The transfer of funds has ignited new criticism that the administration's intense focus on the border and immigration enforcement is leaving the United States vulnerable to other threats.
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The transfer of funds has ignited new criticism that the administration's intense focus on the border and immigration enforcement is leaving the United States vulnerable to other threats.
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Friday, 30 August 2019
NPR News: Appeals Court Reverses Gun Conviction In Kate Steinle Killing
Appeals Court Reverses Gun Conviction In Kate Steinle Killing
A state appellate court rules that a trial judge failed to give the jury proper instructions on a legal theory that would have favored the defendant.
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A state appellate court rules that a trial judge failed to give the jury proper instructions on a legal theory that would have favored the defendant.
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NPR News: Police Bear Brunt Of Public Anger As Hong Kong Refuses To Accept Protesters' Demands
Police Bear Brunt Of Public Anger As Hong Kong Refuses To Accept Protesters' Demands
One of the main results of the Hong Kong government's strategy has been to put a huge burden on the city's police force, diverting the public's anger at the government onto the constabulary.
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One of the main results of the Hong Kong government's strategy has been to put a huge burden on the city's police force, diverting the public's anger at the government onto the constabulary.
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NPR News: Police Bear Brunt Of Public Anger As Hong Kong Refuses To Accept Protesters' Demands
Police Bear Brunt Of Public Anger As Hong Kong Refuses To Accept Protesters' Demands
One of the main results of the Hong Kong government's strategy has been to put a huge burden on the city's police force, diverting the public's anger at the government onto the constabulary.
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One of the main results of the Hong Kong government's strategy has been to put a huge burden on the city's police force, diverting the public's anger at the government onto the constabulary.
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NPR News: The Massive Effort To Halt Ebola In Congo
The Massive Effort To Halt Ebola In Congo
When Ebola spread to the eastern city of Goma in July, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak an international crisis. We look at what is being done to keep Ebola from spreading.
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When Ebola spread to the eastern city of Goma in July, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak an international crisis. We look at what is being done to keep Ebola from spreading.
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NPR News: Port St. Lucie Mayor Greg Oravec On Hurricane Preparation
Port St. Lucie Mayor Greg Oravec On Hurricane Preparation
NPR's Noel King speaks to Port St. Lucie, Fla., Mayor Greg Oravec about the city's preparations for Hurricane Dorian, which is on track to hit Florida.
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NPR's Noel King speaks to Port St. Lucie, Fla., Mayor Greg Oravec about the city's preparations for Hurricane Dorian, which is on track to hit Florida.
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NPR News: What Do You Call The 'Anniversary' Of A Disaster?
What Do You Call The 'Anniversary' Of A Disaster?
It's been 400 years since the first enslaved Africans were brought to Virginia. But don't call this month an "anniversary."
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It's been 400 years since the first enslaved Africans were brought to Virginia. But don't call this month an "anniversary."
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NPR News: Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes For Wearing Blackface In College Skit
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes For Wearing Blackface In College Skit
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey apologized Thursday for wearing blackface in a college skit more than 50 years ago.
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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey apologized Thursday for wearing blackface in a college skit more than 50 years ago.
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NPR News: For 2 Nurses, Working In The ICU Is 'A Gift Of A Job'
For 2 Nurses, Working In The ICU Is 'A Gift Of A Job'
For years, Kristin Sollars and Marci Ebberts worked together caring for critically ill patients, a job they say is also a daily mindset. "You carry a little bit of them with you," Ebberts said.
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For years, Kristin Sollars and Marci Ebberts worked together caring for critically ill patients, a job they say is also a daily mindset. "You carry a little bit of them with you," Ebberts said.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Democracy Activists Arrested
Hong Kong Democracy Activists Arrested
Three key leaders of Hong Kong's protest movement are under arrest.
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Three key leaders of Hong Kong's protest movement are under arrest.
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NPR News: View From Scotland On Brexit
View From Scotland On Brexit
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Scottish politician Stephen Gethins about how his constituents are responding to the suspension of Parliament in the U.K.
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NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Scottish politician Stephen Gethins about how his constituents are responding to the suspension of Parliament in the U.K.
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NPR News: News Brief: Democracy Activists Arrested In Hong Kong, Methane Limit Rollback, Brexit
News Brief: Democracy Activists Arrested In Hong Kong, Methane Limit Rollback, Brexit
Hong Kong authorities arrested activists in a coordinated sweep ahead of a what had been a planned anti-government march. Also, the EPA aims to roll back limits on methane and an update on Brexit.
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Hong Kong authorities arrested activists in a coordinated sweep ahead of a what had been a planned anti-government march. Also, the EPA aims to roll back limits on methane and an update on Brexit.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Democracy Activists Arrested
Hong Kong Democracy Activists Arrested
Three key leaders of Hong Kong's protest movement are under arrest.
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Three key leaders of Hong Kong's protest movement are under arrest.
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NPR News: View From Scotland On Brexit
View From Scotland On Brexit
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Scottish politician Stephen Gethins about how his constituents are responding to the suspension of Parliament in the U.K.
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NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Scottish politician Stephen Gethins about how his constituents are responding to the suspension of Parliament in the U.K.
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NPR News: News Brief: Democracy Activists Arrested In Hong Kong, Methane Limit Rollback, Brexit
News Brief: Democracy Activists Arrested In Hong Kong, Methane Limit Rollback, Brexit
Hong Kong authorities arrested activists in a coordinated sweep ahead of a what had been a planned anti-government march. Also, the EPA aims to roll back limits on methane and an update on Brexit.
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Hong Kong authorities arrested activists in a coordinated sweep ahead of a what had been a planned anti-government march. Also, the EPA aims to roll back limits on methane and an update on Brexit.
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NPR News: U.S. Criticizes South Korea After Seoul Scraps Intelligence-Sharing Pact With Tokyo
U.S. Criticizes South Korea After Seoul Scraps Intelligence-Sharing Pact With Tokyo
Washington is unhappy with the decision to quit a 2016 intelligence-sharing agreement. The dispute has its origins in Japan's occupation of the Korean peninsula that ended after WWII.
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Washington is unhappy with the decision to quit a 2016 intelligence-sharing agreement. The dispute has its origins in Japan's occupation of the Korean peninsula that ended after WWII.
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NPR News: U.S. Criticizes South Korea After Seoul Scraps Intelligence-Sharing Pact With Tokyo
U.S. Criticizes South Korea After Seoul Scraps Intelligence-Sharing Pact With Tokyo
Washington is unhappy with the decision to quit a 2016 intelligence-sharing agreement. The dispute has its origins in Japan's occupation of the Korean peninsula that ended after WWII.
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Washington is unhappy with the decision to quit a 2016 intelligence-sharing agreement. The dispute has its origins in Japan's occupation of the Korean peninsula that ended after WWII.
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Thursday, 29 August 2019
NPR News: Another Nevada County Warns 'Storm Area 51' Seekers To Stay Home
Another Nevada County Warns 'Storm Area 51' Seekers To Stay Home
Local community leaders say their towns are not equipped to handle thousands of visitors expected to attend events near an old Cold War test site alleged to harbor secrets about UFOs.
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Local community leaders say their towns are not equipped to handle thousands of visitors expected to attend events near an old Cold War test site alleged to harbor secrets about UFOs.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Democracy Demonstrators Arrested A Day Ahead Of Planned March
Hong Kong Democracy Demonstrators Arrested A Day Ahead Of Planned March
The group Demosisto said Agnes Chow and Joshua Wong were arrested early Friday morning. Police also confirmed the arrest of activist Andy Chan.
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The group Demosisto said Agnes Chow and Joshua Wong were arrested early Friday morning. Police also confirmed the arrest of activist Andy Chan.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Democracy Demonstrators Arrested A Day Ahead Of Planned March
Hong Kong Democracy Demonstrators Arrested A Day Ahead Of Planned March
The group Demosisto said Agnes Chow and Joshua Wong were arrested early Friday morning. Police also confirmed the arrest of activist Andy Chan.
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The group Demosisto said Agnes Chow and Joshua Wong were arrested early Friday morning. Police also confirmed the arrest of activist Andy Chan.
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NPR News: Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes For Wearing Blackface During College Skit
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Apologizes For Wearing Blackface During College Skit
The Republican governor said Thursday she still doesn't recall the incident, but after a recording surfaced of her discussing the sketch with her then-fiance, Ivey admitted it must be true.
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The Republican governor said Thursday she still doesn't recall the incident, but after a recording surfaced of her discussing the sketch with her then-fiance, Ivey admitted it must be true.
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NPR News: 'Jeopardy!' Host Alex Trebek Back At Work Following Chemotherapy
'Jeopardy!' Host Alex Trebek Back At Work Following Chemotherapy
Trebek actually began taping the 36th season of the TV show in July.
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Trebek actually began taping the 36th season of the TV show in July.
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NPR News: Debate Over Rebuilding Notre Dame
Debate Over Rebuilding Notre Dame
There's a debate in France over whether to rebuild Notre Dame more or less as it was before, or come up with a new design to incorporate medieval and modern elements.
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There's a debate in France over whether to rebuild Notre Dame more or less as it was before, or come up with a new design to incorporate medieval and modern elements.
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NPR News: What Parliament Suspension Means For Ireland
What Parliament Suspension Means For Ireland
Hugh O'Connell, a political reporter at the Irish Independent, talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about what Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament will mean for Ireland and Brexit.
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Hugh O'Connell, a political reporter at the Irish Independent, talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about what Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament will mean for Ireland and Brexit.
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NPR News: News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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NPR News: Why Mattis Left The Trump Administration
Why Mattis Left The Trump Administration
NPR's David Greene speaks with Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, about his interview with Jim Mattis on why he left the Trump administration.
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NPR's David Greene speaks with Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, about his interview with Jim Mattis on why he left the Trump administration.
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NPR News: Anti-Semitism In U.S. Politics
Anti-Semitism In U.S. Politics
David Greene speaks with Dove Kent of the organization Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice about the increased prominence of anti-Semitism and the effect it is having on Jewish Americans.
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David Greene speaks with Dove Kent of the organization Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice about the increased prominence of anti-Semitism and the effect it is having on Jewish Americans.
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NPR News: Audit Finds LA Falls Short In Reducing Homelessness
Audit Finds LA Falls Short In Reducing Homelessness
Los Angeles' controller says the city dramatically failed to meet its goals in reducing homelessness. The audit shows LA fell short getting people into both permanent homes and into shelters.
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Los Angeles' controller says the city dramatically failed to meet its goals in reducing homelessness. The audit shows LA fell short getting people into both permanent homes and into shelters.
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NPR News: Mangroves, Climate Change And Hurricanes
Mangroves, Climate Change And Hurricanes
Climate change is extending the range of mangroves. The tropical trees are thriving farther north and south than ever before. Scientists say that's actually helping limit damage during hurricanes.
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Climate change is extending the range of mangroves. The tropical trees are thriving farther north and south than ever before. Scientists say that's actually helping limit damage during hurricanes.
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NPR News: News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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NPR News: The U.S. And The War In Yemen
The U.S. And The War In Yemen
The Trump administration has backed the Saudi-led war against Houthi rebels in Yemen. But with the war dragging on, a senator is urging U.S. diplomats to be more involved in finding a resolution.
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The Trump administration has backed the Saudi-led war against Houthi rebels in Yemen. But with the war dragging on, a senator is urging U.S. diplomats to be more involved in finding a resolution.
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NPR News: Debate Over Rebuilding Notre Dame
Debate Over Rebuilding Notre Dame
There's a debate in France over whether to rebuild Notre Dame more or less as it was before, or come up with a new design to incorporate medieval and modern elements.
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There's a debate in France over whether to rebuild Notre Dame more or less as it was before, or come up with a new design to incorporate medieval and modern elements.
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NPR News: What Parliament Suspension Means For Ireland
What Parliament Suspension Means For Ireland
Hugh O'Connell, a political reporter at the Irish Independent, talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about what Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament will mean for Ireland and Brexit.
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Hugh O'Connell, a political reporter at the Irish Independent, talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about what Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament will mean for Ireland and Brexit.
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NPR News: News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
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NPR News: Amid Backdrop Of Hong Kong Protests, China Conducts 'Routine' Changing Of The Guard
Amid Backdrop Of Hong Kong Protests, China Conducts 'Routine' Changing Of The Guard
In reporting on the annual rotation of People's Liberation Army forces in Hong Kong, Xinhua said they "are determined to resolutely protect national sovereignty, security and development interests."
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In reporting on the annual rotation of People's Liberation Army forces in Hong Kong, Xinhua said they "are determined to resolutely protect national sovereignty, security and development interests."
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Wednesday, 28 August 2019
NPR News: Amid Backdrop Of Hong Kong Protests, China Conducts 'Routine' Changing Of The Guard
Amid Backdrop Of Hong Kong Protests, China Conducts 'Routine' Changing Of The Guard
In reporting on the annual rotation of People's Liberation Army forces in Hong Kong, Xinhua said they "are determined to resolutely protect national sovereignty, security and development interests."
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In reporting on the annual rotation of People's Liberation Army forces in Hong Kong, Xinhua said they "are determined to resolutely protect national sovereignty, security and development interests."
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The Israel-Iran Shadow War Escalates and Breaks Into the Open
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NPR News: Second Death At West Virginia VA Hospital Ruled As Homicide
Second Death At West Virginia VA Hospital Ruled As Homicide
An attorney for one of the victim's families says the Office of Inspector General for the Department of Veteran Affairs is investigating up to 10 insulin injection-related deaths.
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An attorney for one of the victim's families says the Office of Inspector General for the Department of Veteran Affairs is investigating up to 10 insulin injection-related deaths.
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NPR News: Last Strike For Bowling Alley That Helped Anchor Many Veterans
Last Strike For Bowling Alley That Helped Anchor Many Veterans
The bowling alley at Naval Support Activity Bethesda helped many veterans transition back into civilian life and was a place where they felt accepted. Its closure leaves them hurt and angry.
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The bowling alley at Naval Support Activity Bethesda helped many veterans transition back into civilian life and was a place where they felt accepted. Its closure leaves them hurt and angry.
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NPR News: New Hampshire Wants Wendy Auger To Turn In Her Vanity Plate
New Hampshire Wants Wendy Auger To Turn In Her Vanity Plate
Many parents say, "Pee before we go." Wendy Auger gets fun reactions to her 15-year-old license plate that reads: PB4WEGO. Seacoastonline.com reports excretory acts can't be referenced on N.H. plates.
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Many parents say, "Pee before we go." Wendy Auger gets fun reactions to her 15-year-old license plate that reads: PB4WEGO. Seacoastonline.com reports excretory acts can't be referenced on N.H. plates.
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NPR News: News Brief: Border Enforcement Funds, Tropical Storm, E-Cigarette Lawsuit
News Brief: Border Enforcement Funds, Tropical Storm, E-Cigarette Lawsuit
The White House wants to divert disaster relief money to border enforcement operations. Puerto Rico braces for Tropical Storm Dorian. And, North Carolina is taking on e-cigarette companies.
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The White House wants to divert disaster relief money to border enforcement operations. Puerto Rico braces for Tropical Storm Dorian. And, North Carolina is taking on e-cigarette companies.
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NPR News: Amid Tensions, Beijing Denies U.S. Navy Request To Call At Chinese Port
Amid Tensions, Beijing Denies U.S. Navy Request To Call At Chinese Port
The U.S. Navy says China denied its request for a port call at the northeastern city of Qingdao, the second such rejection this month as the trade war escalates.
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The U.S. Navy says China denied its request for a port call at the northeastern city of Qingdao, the second such rejection this month as the trade war escalates.
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NPR News: Amid Tensions, Beijing Denies U.S. Navy Request To Call At Chinese Port
Amid Tensions, Beijing Denies U.S. Navy Request To Call At Chinese Port
The U.S. Navy says China denied its request for a port call at the northeastern city of Qingdao, the second such rejection this month as the trade war escalates.
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The U.S. Navy says China denied its request for a port call at the northeastern city of Qingdao, the second such rejection this month as the trade war escalates.
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NPR News: Still Recovering From Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico Braces For Dorian
Still Recovering From Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico Braces For Dorian
Puerto Rico is under a hurricane watch because Tropical Storm Dorian could strengthen. President Trump has approved a federal emergency declaration, authorizing disaster relief aid.
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Puerto Rico is under a hurricane watch because Tropical Storm Dorian could strengthen. President Trump has approved a federal emergency declaration, authorizing disaster relief aid.
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NPR News: New Generation Of Mortuary Students Represent Industry Changes
New Generation Of Mortuary Students Represent Industry Changes
First-generation mortuary students represent a major change in an industry long dominated by local family businesses. Those students also face their own set of challenges.
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First-generation mortuary students represent a major change in an industry long dominated by local family businesses. Those students also face their own set of challenges.
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NPR News: North Carolina To File Suit Against 8 Firms That Sell Vaping Products
North Carolina To File Suit Against 8 Firms That Sell Vaping Products
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein about his lawsuit against eight e-cigarette and vape manufacturers.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein about his lawsuit against eight e-cigarette and vape manufacturers.
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NPR News: Police In Hong Kong Are Caught Between Protesters And The Government
Police In Hong Kong Are Caught Between Protesters And The Government
Hong Kong's police force was once known for its professionalism and impartiality, but now protesters accuse officers of brutality and demand an independent investigation.
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Hong Kong's police force was once known for its professionalism and impartiality, but now protesters accuse officers of brutality and demand an independent investigation.
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NPR News: Beijing Responds To Trump's Tweets On U.S-China Trade War
Beijing Responds To Trump's Tweets On U.S-China Trade War
NPR's David Greene talks to China-based business consultant James McGregor about Beijing's response to President Trump's tweets, and what that reveals about its stance toward the trade war.
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NPR's David Greene talks to China-based business consultant James McGregor about Beijing's response to President Trump's tweets, and what that reveals about its stance toward the trade war.
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NPR News: Since Relations Soured, Getting A U.S. Visa Has Been Tough For Russians
Since Relations Soured, Getting A U.S. Visa Has Been Tough For Russians
Two U.S. senators say the Russian government has denied them visas to travel to Russia. At the same time, prominent Russians say they are having trouble securing U.S. visas.
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Two U.S. senators say the Russian government has denied them visas to travel to Russia. At the same time, prominent Russians say they are having trouble securing U.S. visas.
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NPR News: Police In Hong Kong Are Caught Between Protesters And The Government
Police In Hong Kong Are Caught Between Protesters And The Government
Hong Kong's police force was once known for its professionalism and impartiality, but now protesters accuse officers of brutality and demand an independent investigation.
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Hong Kong's police force was once known for its professionalism and impartiality, but now protesters accuse officers of brutality and demand an independent investigation.
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NPR News: Beijing Responds To Trump's Tweets On U.S-China Trade War
Beijing Responds To Trump's Tweets On U.S-China Trade War
NPR's David Greene talks to China-based business consultant James McGregor about Beijing's response to President Trump's tweets, and what that reveals about its stance toward the trade war.
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NPR's David Greene talks to China-based business consultant James McGregor about Beijing's response to President Trump's tweets, and what that reveals about its stance toward the trade war.
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NPR News: Since Relations Soured, Getting A U.S. Visa Has Been Tough For Russians
Since Relations Soured, Getting A U.S. Visa Has Been Tough For Russians
Two U.S. senators say the Russian government has denied them visas to travel to Russia. At the same time, prominent Russians say they are having trouble securing U.S. visas.
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Two U.S. senators say the Russian government has denied them visas to travel to Russia. At the same time, prominent Russians say they are having trouble securing U.S. visas.
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NPR News: This Digital Sheriff Helps Cities Wrangle Airbnb Rules
This Digital Sheriff Helps Cities Wrangle Airbnb Rules
Cities are struggling to enforce rules around everything from problem party houses to investors pushing up housing costs. An entrepreneur is helping local officials deal with these short-term rentals.
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Cities are struggling to enforce rules around everything from problem party houses to investors pushing up housing costs. An entrepreneur is helping local officials deal with these short-term rentals.
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NPR News: Epstein Accuser Calls On Prince Andrew To 'Come Clean' About Sex Allegations
Epstein Accuser Calls On Prince Andrew To 'Come Clean' About Sex Allegations
The Duke of York has denied accusations by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who says as a teenager she was recruited by Jeffrey Epstein and forced to have sex with the prince and other powerful men.
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The Duke of York has denied accusations by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who says as a teenager she was recruited by Jeffrey Epstein and forced to have sex with the prince and other powerful men.
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NPR News: Epstein Accuser Calls On Prince Andrew To 'Come Clean' About Sex Allegations
Epstein Accuser Calls On Prince Andrew To 'Come Clean' About Sex Allegations
The Duke of York has denied accusations by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who says as a teenager she was recruited by Jeffrey Epstein and forced to have sex with the prince and other powerful men.
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The Duke of York has denied accusations by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, who says as a teenager she was recruited by Jeffrey Epstein and forced to have sex with the prince and other powerful men.
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Tuesday, 27 August 2019
NPR News: Former Uber Engineer Charged With 33 Counts Of Trade-Secret Theft
Former Uber Engineer Charged With 33 Counts Of Trade-Secret Theft
Anthony Levandowski could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted of stealing thousands of files on Google's self-driving car project. After leaving Google, he went to work for its rival, Uber.
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Anthony Levandowski could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted of stealing thousands of files on Google's self-driving car project. After leaving Google, he went to work for its rival, Uber.
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NPR News: As Puerto Rico Braces For Storm, DHS, FEMA To Move $271 Million To Border Operations
As Puerto Rico Braces For Storm, DHS, FEMA To Move $271 Million To Border Operations
The Department of Homeland Security will move millions in emergency funds for new detention beds and facilities for court cases. House Democrats slammed the move, calling it "backwards and cruel."
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The Department of Homeland Security will move millions in emergency funds for new detention beds and facilities for court cases. House Democrats slammed the move, calling it "backwards and cruel."
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NPR News: News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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NPR News: News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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NPR News: News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
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NPR News: G7 Leaders Back $20 Million Package To Help Fight Amazon Fires
G7 Leaders Back $20 Million Package To Help Fight Amazon Fires
NPR's Noel King talks to Nigel Sizer, chief program officer at the Rainforest Alliance, about the impact the fires are having on the communities and species that live in the rainforest.
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NPR's Noel King talks to Nigel Sizer, chief program officer at the Rainforest Alliance, about the impact the fires are having on the communities and species that live in the rainforest.
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NPR News: Pakistan Hopes Foreign Powers Will Get Involved In Conflict Over Kashmir
Pakistan Hopes Foreign Powers Will Get Involved In Conflict Over Kashmir
In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
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In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
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NPR News: G7 Leaders Back $20 Million Package To Help Fight Amazon Fires
G7 Leaders Back $20 Million Package To Help Fight Amazon Fires
NPR's Noel King talks to Nigel Sizer, chief program officer at the Rainforest Alliance, about the impact the fires are having on the communities and species that live in the rainforest.
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NPR's Noel King talks to Nigel Sizer, chief program officer at the Rainforest Alliance, about the impact the fires are having on the communities and species that live in the rainforest.
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NPR News: Pakistan Hopes Foreign Powers Will Get Involved In Conflict Over Kashmir
Pakistan Hopes Foreign Powers Will Get Involved In Conflict Over Kashmir
In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
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In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
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NPR News: Ultrarunners Compete To See Who Can Log The Most Miles Over 6 Days
Ultrarunners Compete To See Who Can Log The Most Miles Over 6 Days
Around 150 elite ultrarunners from across the world are in Milwaukee this week to clock as many laps during a six-day period as possible, with runners expected to reach upwards of 600 miles.
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Around 150 elite ultrarunners from across the world are in Milwaukee this week to clock as many laps during a six-day period as possible, with runners expected to reach upwards of 600 miles.
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NPR News: U.S. Companies Which Operate In China Mull Trump's Trade Comments
U.S. Companies Which Operate In China Mull Trump's Trade Comments
NPR's Noel King talks to Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, about President Trump's remarks at the G-7 summit about the U.S.-China trade relationship.
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NPR's Noel King talks to Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, about President Trump's remarks at the G-7 summit about the U.S.-China trade relationship.
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NPR News: U.S. Companies Which Operate In China Mull Trump's Trade Comments
U.S. Companies Which Operate In China Mull Trump's Trade Comments
NPR's Noel King talks to Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, about President Trump's remarks at the G-7 summit about the U.S.-China trade relationship.
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NPR's Noel King talks to Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, about President Trump's remarks at the G-7 summit about the U.S.-China trade relationship.
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NPR News: Rouhani Backs Off Meeting With Trump, Saying U.S. Must First Lift Sanctions
Rouhani Backs Off Meeting With Trump, Saying U.S. Must First Lift Sanctions
The Iranian president's remarks on Tuesday were in contrast to an initially favorable reception to the idea of a face-to-face meeting with President Trump.
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The Iranian president's remarks on Tuesday were in contrast to an initially favorable reception to the idea of a face-to-face meeting with President Trump.
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NPR News: Rouhani Backs Off Meeting With Trump, Saying U.S. Must First Lift Sanctions
Rouhani Backs Off Meeting With Trump, Saying U.S. Must First Lift Sanctions
The Iranian president's remarks on Tuesday were in contrast to an initially favorable reception to the idea of a face-to-face meeting with President Trump.
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The Iranian president's remarks on Tuesday were in contrast to an initially favorable reception to the idea of a face-to-face meeting with President Trump.
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Monday, 26 August 2019
NPR News: China Arrests Australian Writer On Espionage Charges
China Arrests Australian Writer On Espionage Charges
Yang Hengjun, a former Chinese diplomat who became an Australian citizen, was arrested seven months ago in China. He has written extensively in the past on the rule of law, democracy and human rights.
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Yang Hengjun, a former Chinese diplomat who became an Australian citizen, was arrested seven months ago in China. He has written extensively in the past on the rule of law, democracy and human rights.
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NPR News: China Arrests Australian Writer On Espionage Charges
China Arrests Australian Writer On Espionage Charges
Yang Hengjun, a former Chinese diplomat who became an Australian citizen, was arrested seven months ago in China. He has written extensively in the past on the rule of law, democracy and human rights.
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Yang Hengjun, a former Chinese diplomat who became an Australian citizen, was arrested seven months ago in China. He has written extensively in the past on the rule of law, democracy and human rights.
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NPR News: New Statue At U.S. Open Honors African-American Tennis Pioneer Althea Gibson
New Statue At U.S. Open Honors African-American Tennis Pioneer Althea Gibson
She was the "Jackie Robinson of tennis," said Billy Jean King as the first African-American player and champion in international tennis. She later integrated women's professional golf.
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She was the "Jackie Robinson of tennis," said Billy Jean King as the first African-American player and champion in international tennis. She later integrated women's professional golf.
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NPR News: LDS Church Forbids Lethal Weapons At Church In New Policy Change
LDS Church Forbids Lethal Weapons At Church In New Policy Change
"Churches are dedicated for the worship of God and as havens from the cares and concerns of the world," the new handbook reads. Before the ban, weapons were considered "inappropriate."
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"Churches are dedicated for the worship of God and as havens from the cares and concerns of the world," the new handbook reads. Before the ban, weapons were considered "inappropriate."
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NPR News: Flood Of Money Could Fast Track Newark's Plan To Replace Lead Pipes Amid Water Crisis
Flood Of Money Could Fast Track Newark's Plan To Replace Lead Pipes Amid Water Crisis
A $120 million loan could cut up to 8 years off a project to swap out pipes that are contaminating water as it flows from the city's primary processing plant into homes.
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A $120 million loan could cut up to 8 years off a project to swap out pipes that are contaminating water as it flows from the city's primary processing plant into homes.
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NPR News: Talk Of A No-Deal Brexit Raises The Prospects Of A United Ireland
Talk Of A No-Deal Brexit Raises The Prospects Of A United Ireland
As frustration mounts over the prospects of the U.K. withdrawing from the EU without a deal, some Irish are considering the unthinkable: uniting the north and the south.
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As frustration mounts over the prospects of the U.K. withdrawing from the EU without a deal, some Irish are considering the unthinkable: uniting the north and the south.
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NPR News: Talk Of A No-Deal Brexit Raises The Prospects Of A United Ireland
Talk Of A No-Deal Brexit Raises The Prospects Of A United Ireland
As frustration mounts over the prospects of the U.K. withdrawing from the EU without a deal, some Irish are considering the unthinkable: uniting the north and the south.
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As frustration mounts over the prospects of the U.K. withdrawing from the EU without a deal, some Irish are considering the unthinkable: uniting the north and the south.
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NPR News: Cherokee Nation Says It Is Owed A Representative In Congress
Cherokee Nation Says It Is Owed A Representative In Congress
The Cherokee Nation will appoint a delegate to the U.S. House, claiming a right to representation granted to the Cherokees in an 1835 federal treaty. It's not clear if the pact will be honored.
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The Cherokee Nation will appoint a delegate to the U.S. House, claiming a right to representation granted to the Cherokees in an 1835 federal treaty. It's not clear if the pact will be honored.
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NPR News: Amazon Rainforest Fires Put A Spotlight On Illegal Land Grabbers
Amazon Rainforest Fires Put A Spotlight On Illegal Land Grabbers
Inside the Amazon rainforest, wildcat miners dig out rocks and grind them down in search of gold. These illegal operators are blamed for deforestation, pollution and driving people off their land.
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Inside the Amazon rainforest, wildcat miners dig out rocks and grind them down in search of gold. These illegal operators are blamed for deforestation, pollution and driving people off their land.
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NPR News: News Brief: G-7 Summit, Financial Markets, Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit
News Brief: G-7 Summit, Financial Markets, Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit
Leaders from the G-7 wrap up their meeting in France. Friday was a rough day for U.S. financial markets, and Monday could be too. And, a verdict is expected Monday in an opioid case in Oklahoma.
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Leaders from the G-7 wrap up their meeting in France. Friday was a rough day for U.S. financial markets, and Monday could be too. And, a verdict is expected Monday in an opioid case in Oklahoma.
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NPR News: Amazon Rainforest Fires Put A Spotlight On Illegal Land Grabbers
Amazon Rainforest Fires Put A Spotlight On Illegal Land Grabbers
Inside the Amazon rainforest, wildcat miners dig out rocks and grind them down in search of gold. These illegal operators are blamed for deforestation, pollution and driving people off their land.
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Inside the Amazon rainforest, wildcat miners dig out rocks and grind them down in search of gold. These illegal operators are blamed for deforestation, pollution and driving people off their land.
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NPR News: News Brief: G-7 Summit, Financial Markets, Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit
News Brief: G-7 Summit, Financial Markets, Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit
Leaders from the G-7 wrap up their meeting in France. Friday was a rough day for U.S. financial markets, and Monday could be too. And, a verdict is expected Monday in an opioid case in Oklahoma.
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Leaders from the G-7 wrap up their meeting in France. Friday was a rough day for U.S. financial markets, and Monday could be too. And, a verdict is expected Monday in an opioid case in Oklahoma.
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NPR News: G-7 Summit Has Its Fair Share Of Surprises
G-7 Summit Has Its Fair Share Of Surprises
Leaders from the world's seven most advanced economies spent the weekend meeting in France. There were some surprises — including an unannounced visit from a top Iranian diplomat.
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Leaders from the world's seven most advanced economies spent the weekend meeting in France. There were some surprises — including an unannounced visit from a top Iranian diplomat.
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NPR News: G-7 Summit Has Its Fair Share Of Surprises
G-7 Summit Has Its Fair Share Of Surprises
Leaders from the world's seven most advanced economies spent the weekend meeting in France. There were some surprises — including an unannounced visit from a top Iranian diplomat.
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Leaders from the world's seven most advanced economies spent the weekend meeting in France. There were some surprises — including an unannounced visit from a top Iranian diplomat.
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NPR News: Technology Replaces Fire Lookouts At The Forest Service
Technology Replaces Fire Lookouts At The Forest Service
For about a century, the Forest Service has paid people to sit at the top of mountains every summer and watch for smoke. Technology is taking their place, but what is being lost in the transition?
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For about a century, the Forest Service has paid people to sit at the top of mountains every summer and watch for smoke. Technology is taking their place, but what is being lost in the transition?
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NPR News: Economist Regrets Push To Make China's Economy More Capitalistic
Economist Regrets Push To Make China's Economy More Capitalistic
Many policymakers and intellectuals believed that as China opened up its economy, so would its politics. One economist now says he made a horrible mistake.
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Many policymakers and intellectuals believed that as China opened up its economy, so would its politics. One economist now says he made a horrible mistake.
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NPR News: Economist Regrets Push To Make China's Economy More Capitalistic
Economist Regrets Push To Make China's Economy More Capitalistic
Many policymakers and intellectuals believed that as China opened up its economy, so would its politics. One economist now says he made a horrible mistake.
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Many policymakers and intellectuals believed that as China opened up its economy, so would its politics. One economist now says he made a horrible mistake.
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NPR News: Verdict In Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit Will Be Watched Closely By Other States
Verdict In Oklahoma Opioid Lawsuit Will Be Watched Closely By Other States
The first major opioid trial in the country wraps up Monday. An Oklahoma judge will rule in a $17 billion civil suit filed by the state against Johnson & Johnson.
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The first major opioid trial in the country wraps up Monday. An Oklahoma judge will rule in a $17 billion civil suit filed by the state against Johnson & Johnson.
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NPR News: Study Questions Mainstay Treatment For Mild Asthma
Study Questions Mainstay Treatment For Mild Asthma
Many of the 26 million Americans with asthma use a low-dose steroid inhaler daily to prevent symptoms. But a recent study raises questions about this strategy for people with mild, persistent asthma.
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Many of the 26 million Americans with asthma use a low-dose steroid inhaler daily to prevent symptoms. But a recent study raises questions about this strategy for people with mild, persistent asthma.
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NPR News: G-7 Leaders Near Deal To Help Amazon Nations Fight Rainforest Blazes, Macron Says
G-7 Leaders Near Deal To Help Amazon Nations Fight Rainforest Blazes, Macron Says
As the summit, held in southwest France, wrapped up, the French president said the leaders had agreed to "very concrete commitments involving technical resources and funding."
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As the summit, held in southwest France, wrapped up, the French president said the leaders had agreed to "very concrete commitments involving technical resources and funding."
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NPR News: G-7 Leaders Near Deal To Help Amazon Nations Fight Rainforest Blazes, Macron Says
G-7 Leaders Near Deal To Help Amazon Nations Fight Rainforest Blazes, Macron Says
As the summit, held in southwest France, wrapped up, the French president said the leaders had agreed to "very concrete commitments involving technical resources and funding."
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As the summit, held in southwest France, wrapped up, the French president said the leaders had agreed to "very concrete commitments involving technical resources and funding."
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Sunday, 25 August 2019
NPR News: Hong Kong Police Fire Warning Shot During Night Of Violent Clashes With Protesters
Hong Kong Police Fire Warning Shot During Night Of Violent Clashes With Protesters
Dramatic video of the protests shows a small group of police officers being pushed back by stick-wielding demonstrators. An officer suddenly draws his side arm and fires into the air.
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Dramatic video of the protests shows a small group of police officers being pushed back by stick-wielding demonstrators. An officer suddenly draws his side arm and fires into the air.
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NPR News: Hong Kong Police Fire Warning Shot During Night Of Violent Clashes With Protesters
Hong Kong Police Fire Warning Shot During Night Of Violent Clashes With Protesters
Dramatic video of the protests shows a small group of police officers being pushed back by stick-wielding demonstrators. An officer suddenly draws his side arm and fires into the air.
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Dramatic video of the protests shows a small group of police officers being pushed back by stick-wielding demonstrators. An officer suddenly draws his side arm and fires into the air.
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NPR News: Trump Walks Back Statements On China, White House Reverses Him
Trump Walks Back Statements On China, White House Reverses Him
The president said he was having second thoughts after hiking tariffs on Chinese goods, and threatening to force U.S. companies out of China. The White House said his comments were misinterpreted.
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The president said he was having second thoughts after hiking tariffs on Chinese goods, and threatening to force U.S. companies out of China. The White House said his comments were misinterpreted.
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NPR News: President Trump Walks Back Statements On China, White House Reverses Him
President Trump Walks Back Statements On China, White House Reverses Him
Trump said he was having second thoughts after hiking tariffs on Chinese goods, and threatening to force U.S. companies out of China. The White House said his comments were misinterpreted.
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Trump said he was having second thoughts after hiking tariffs on Chinese goods, and threatening to force U.S. companies out of China. The White House said his comments were misinterpreted.
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NPR News: A Trumpet Made Of Bullets And The Kids Who Inspired It Take Hope Around The Country
A Trumpet Made Of Bullets And The Kids Who Inspired It Take Hope Around The Country
The Instrument of Hope, a trumpet made partly of bullets and inspired by the survivors of the 2018 Parkland, Fla., mass shooting, is touring the country to promote healing.
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The Instrument of Hope, a trumpet made partly of bullets and inspired by the survivors of the 2018 Parkland, Fla., mass shooting, is touring the country to promote healing.
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NPR News: Robots Compete In Disaster Test
Robots Compete In Disaster Test
Robotics teams from all over the country compete in Pennsylvania in the Subterranean Challenge to see whose robot performs best in a simulated mine disaster scenario.
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Robotics teams from all over the country compete in Pennsylvania in the Subterranean Challenge to see whose robot performs best in a simulated mine disaster scenario.
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NPR News: A Diamond In The Rough (In Arkansas)
A Diamond In The Rough (In Arkansas)
NPR's Leila Fadel talks with Miranda Hollingshead about her gem of a visit to an Arkansas state park.
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NPR's Leila Fadel talks with Miranda Hollingshead about her gem of a visit to an Arkansas state park.
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NPR News: Cancer Fears Over Ethylene Oxide In Georgia
Cancer Fears Over Ethylene Oxide In Georgia
Federal data recently linked emissions of the widely used chemical ethylene oxide to a higher risk of cancer. Now there are calls to shut down two plants that use it near Atlanta.
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Federal data recently linked emissions of the widely used chemical ethylene oxide to a higher risk of cancer. Now there are calls to shut down two plants that use it near Atlanta.
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NPR News: Firearms Museum Focuses On Gun Safety, History And Culture
Firearms Museum Focuses On Gun Safety, History And Culture
The Cody Firearms Museum in northwest Wyoming just got a makeover. It's moved away from being a monument to guns and toward being an educational space.
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The Cody Firearms Museum in northwest Wyoming just got a makeover. It's moved away from being a monument to guns and toward being an educational space.
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NPR News: G-7 Update
G-7 Update
At the G-7 summit in France, President Trump signaled that he's had second thoughts about the escalating trade war with China.
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At the G-7 summit in France, President Trump signaled that he's had second thoughts about the escalating trade war with China.
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NPR News: View From China On Tariffs
View From China On Tariffs
The escalating trade war with the U.S. is viewed in China with a stoic posture that might obscure some real economic concerns.
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The escalating trade war with the U.S. is viewed in China with a stoic posture that might obscure some real economic concerns.
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NPR News: In Hong Kong, Moderate And Radical Protesters Join Forces To Avoid Past Divisions
In Hong Kong, Moderate And Radical Protesters Join Forces To Avoid Past Divisions
In 2014, Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement was beset by divisions. Now various protest factions are working together. "If either one gets hurt, we feel the other's pain," says a moderate lawmaker.
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In 2014, Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement was beset by divisions. Now various protest factions are working together. "If either one gets hurt, we feel the other's pain," says a moderate lawmaker.
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NPR News: G-7 Update
G-7 Update
At the G-7 summit in France, President Trump signaled that he's had second thoughts about the escalating trade war with China.
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At the G-7 summit in France, President Trump signaled that he's had second thoughts about the escalating trade war with China.
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NPR News: View From China On Tariffs
View From China On Tariffs
The escalating trade war with the U.S. is viewed in China with a stoic posture that might obscure some real economic concerns.
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The escalating trade war with the U.S. is viewed in China with a stoic posture that might obscure some real economic concerns.
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NPR News: In Hong Kong, Moderate And Radical Protesters Join Forces To Avoid Past Divisions
In Hong Kong, Moderate And Radical Protesters Join Forces To Avoid Past Divisions
In 2014, Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement was beset by divisions. Now various protest factions are working together. "If either one gets hurt, we feel the other's pain," says a moderate lawmaker.
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In 2014, Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement was beset by divisions. Now various protest factions are working together. "If either one gets hurt, we feel the other's pain," says a moderate lawmaker.
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NPR News: To Forward Progressive Agenda, Harry Reid Says The Filibuster Must Go
To Forward Progressive Agenda, Harry Reid Says The Filibuster Must Go
Even in retirement, the former Senate majority leader is calling to change the rules. Reid tells NPR the filibuster is obstructing the Senate from tackling big issues like climate change and gun laws.
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Even in retirement, the former Senate majority leader is calling to change the rules. Reid tells NPR the filibuster is obstructing the Senate from tackling big issues like climate change and gun laws.
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Saturday, 24 August 2019
NPR News: Trade And Economic Tensions Loom Over G7 Summit In France
Trade And Economic Tensions Loom Over G7 Summit In France
Just before leaving Washington, D.C., Friday, President Trump hiked tariffs on Chinese imports and threatened to force American companies to leave China.
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Just before leaving Washington, D.C., Friday, President Trump hiked tariffs on Chinese imports and threatened to force American companies to leave China.
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NPR News: Trump's Track Record On Family Detentions
Trump's Track Record On Family Detentions
This week the Trump administration published rules that would allow the indefinite detention of migrant children with their parents. Critics say family detention centers have a bad track record.
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This week the Trump administration published rules that would allow the indefinite detention of migrant children with their parents. Critics say family detention centers have a bad track record.
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NPR News: The Birds: Nesting Impedes Construction In Virginia
The Birds: Nesting Impedes Construction In Virginia
Crews in Virginia are preparing for that state's largest construction project, but they face an unusual obstacle — 25,000 seabirds nesting on their staging area.
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Crews in Virginia are preparing for that state's largest construction project, but they face an unusual obstacle — 25,000 seabirds nesting on their staging area.
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NPR News: 'Derry Girls' Is A Hit In Northern Ireland
'Derry Girls' Is A Hit In Northern Ireland
Derry Girls on Netflix is about teenagers in the '90s during The Troubles in Northern Ireland. It's a comedy. Locals in Londonderry love it and they tell us why.
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Derry Girls on Netflix is about teenagers in the '90s during The Troubles in Northern Ireland. It's a comedy. Locals in Londonderry love it and they tell us why.
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NPR News: The Human Chain Of The Baltic Way
The Human Chain Of The Baltic Way
Thirty years ago, 2 million people in the Baltic states made a human chain to demand independence from the Soviet Union. Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians remembered the chain Friday.
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Thirty years ago, 2 million people in the Baltic states made a human chain to demand independence from the Soviet Union. Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians remembered the chain Friday.
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NPR News: 'Official Secrets' And The Iraq War
'Official Secrets' And The Iraq War
NPR's Scott Simon asks Katharine Gun and Martin Bright about the new movie, Official Secrets.
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NPR's Scott Simon asks Katharine Gun and Martin Bright about the new movie, Official Secrets.
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NPR News: Situation In Idlib, Syria
Situation In Idlib, Syria
NPR's Scott Simon asks U.N. Regional Humanitarian Coordinator Panos Moumtzis about conditions in Idlib, Syria.
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NPR's Scott Simon asks U.N. Regional Humanitarian Coordinator Panos Moumtzis about conditions in Idlib, Syria.
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NPR News: Larry Summers On Trade War
Larry Summers On Trade War
President Trump deepened the trade war Friday, in response to retaliatory Chinese tariffs. NPR's Scott Simon talks to former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers.
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President Trump deepened the trade war Friday, in response to retaliatory Chinese tariffs. NPR's Scott Simon talks to former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers.
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NPR News: 'Derry Girls' Is A Hit In Northern Ireland
'Derry Girls' Is A Hit In Northern Ireland
Derry Girls on Netflix is about teenagers in the '90s during The Troubles in Northern Ireland. It's a comedy. Locals in Londonderry love it and they tell us why.
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Derry Girls on Netflix is about teenagers in the '90s during The Troubles in Northern Ireland. It's a comedy. Locals in Londonderry love it and they tell us why.
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NPR News: The Human Chain Of The Baltic Way
The Human Chain Of The Baltic Way
Thirty years ago, 2 million people in the Baltic states made a human chain to demand independence from the Soviet Union. Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians remembered the chain Friday.
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Thirty years ago, 2 million people in the Baltic states made a human chain to demand independence from the Soviet Union. Estonians, Latvians and Lithuanians remembered the chain Friday.
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NPR News: 'Official Secrets' And The Iraq War
'Official Secrets' And The Iraq War
NPR's Scott Simon asks Katharine Gun and Martin Bright about the new movie, Official Secrets.
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NPR's Scott Simon asks Katharine Gun and Martin Bright about the new movie, Official Secrets.
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NPR News: Situation In Idlib, Syria
Situation In Idlib, Syria
NPR's Scott Simon asks U.N. Regional Humanitarian Coordinator Panos Moumtzis about conditions in Idlib, Syria.
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NPR's Scott Simon asks U.N. Regional Humanitarian Coordinator Panos Moumtzis about conditions in Idlib, Syria.
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NPR News: Larry Summers On Trade War
Larry Summers On Trade War
President Trump deepened the trade war Friday, in response to retaliatory Chinese tariffs. NPR's Scott Simon talks to former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers.
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President Trump deepened the trade war Friday, in response to retaliatory Chinese tariffs. NPR's Scott Simon talks to former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers.
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NPR News: Houses Of Worship Find New Life After Congregations Downsize
Houses Of Worship Find New Life After Congregations Downsize
As the percentage of Americans who belong to a church, mosque or synagogue declines, congregations are selling their buildings. Some of those former houses of worship are finding new life.
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As the percentage of Americans who belong to a church, mosque or synagogue declines, congregations are selling their buildings. Some of those former houses of worship are finding new life.
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Friday, 23 August 2019
As Hong Kong Firms Fall in Line Over Protests, Some Workers Push Back
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NPR News: DOJ Says Psychologist Removed Jeffrey Epstein From Suicide Watch
DOJ Says Psychologist Removed Jeffrey Epstein From Suicide Watch
The financier's suicide had created a demand for answers from the senior officials in charge of his care. He was being held pending trial on sex trafficking charges.
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The financier's suicide had created a demand for answers from the senior officials in charge of his care. He was being held pending trial on sex trafficking charges.
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NPR News: Florida Man Found Guilty Of Manslaughter Despite 'Stand Your Ground' Defense
Florida Man Found Guilty Of Manslaughter Despite 'Stand Your Ground' Defense
Michael Drejka, who is white, shot and killed Markeis McGlockton, an unarmed black man, after a dispute over a handicapped space in a parking lot.
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Michael Drejka, who is white, shot and killed Markeis McGlockton, an unarmed black man, after a dispute over a handicapped space in a parking lot.
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As Amazon Fires Become Global Crisis, Brazil’s President Reverses Course
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NPR News: DOJ Increases Power Of Agency Running Immigration Court System
DOJ Increases Power Of Agency Running Immigration Court System
The changes follow the Trump administration's efforts to decertify the immigration judges' union and speed up deportations.
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The changes follow the Trump administration's efforts to decertify the immigration judges' union and speed up deportations.
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