In Emotional Moment Of Speech, Trump Addresses Navy SEAL's Widow
In the president's speech to Congress Tuesday night, he praised Ryan Owens, who was killed in a raid in Yemen. The president addressed Owens' widow, who wept as she sat in the House gallery.
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Tuesday, 28 February 2017
NPR News: In Emotional Moment Of Speech, Trump Addresses Navy SEAL's Widow
In Emotional Moment Of Speech, Trump Addresses Navy SEAL's Widow
In the president's speech to Congress Tuesday night, he praised Ryan Owens, who was killed in a raid in Yemen. The president addressed Owens' widow, who wept as she sat in the House gallery.
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In the president's speech to Congress Tuesday night, he praised Ryan Owens, who was killed in a raid in Yemen. The president addressed Owens' widow, who wept as she sat in the House gallery.
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NPR News: In Emotional Moment Of Speech, Trump Addresses Navy SEAL's Widow
In Emotional Moment Of Speech, Trump Addresses Navy SEAL's Widow
In the president's speech to Congress Tuesday night, he praised Ryan Owens, who was killed in a raid in Yemen. The president addressed Owens' widow, who wept as she sat in the House gallery.
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In the president's speech to Congress Tuesday night, he praised Ryan Owens, who was killed in a raid in Yemen. The president addressed Owens' widow, who wept as she sat in the House gallery.
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NPR News: Democratic Response To Trump's Address To Congress, Annotated
Democratic Response To Trump's Address To Congress, Annotated
The Democratic Party is offering a rebuttal to President Trump's remarks Tuesday night. Party leadership chose former Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear for his recording on health care access.
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The Democratic Party is offering a rebuttal to President Trump's remarks Tuesday night. Party leadership chose former Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear for his recording on health care access.
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NPR News: Watch Live: Trump Addresses Joint Session Of Congress
Watch Live: Trump Addresses Joint Session Of Congress
The president is expected to share his vision for the "renewal of the American spirit" on Tuesday night. Journalists across NPR will live-annotate his remarks.
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The president is expected to share his vision for the "renewal of the American spirit" on Tuesday night. Journalists across NPR will live-annotate his remarks.
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NPR News: President Trump Looks For Reset With Joint Address To Congress
President Trump Looks For Reset With Joint Address To Congress
The White House said Monday the speech would take an optimistic tone as the president outlines how he plans to begin a "renewal of the American spirit" with his economic goals and priorities
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The White House said Monday the speech would take an optimistic tone as the president outlines how he plans to begin a "renewal of the American spirit" with his economic goals and priorities
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NPR News: Activist Astrid Silva To Give Spanish-Language Response To Trump's Address
Activist Astrid Silva To Give Spanish-Language Response To Trump's Address
Silva, who was brought to the U.S. illegally as a child, says she will be talking to people like her parents who have been in the U.S. for years without a path to citizenship, "living in fear."
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Silva, who was brought to the U.S. illegally as a child, says she will be talking to people like her parents who have been in the U.S. for years without a path to citizenship, "living in fear."
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NPR News: Penguin Random House Announces Book Deal With The Obamas
Penguin Random House Announces Book Deal With The Obamas
In a statement Tuesday the publisher said it was "very much looking forward" to working with the former president and former first lady, who will each be writing a book.
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In a statement Tuesday the publisher said it was "very much looking forward" to working with the former president and former first lady, who will each be writing a book.
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NPR News: President Trump Expresses Openness Toward Immigration Overhaul
President Trump Expresses Openness Toward Immigration Overhaul
In a meeting with television anchors, Trump said he would consider immigration reform, though, details remain hazy.
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In a meeting with television anchors, Trump said he would consider immigration reform, though, details remain hazy.
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NPR News: Lawsuit Alleges That Paypal Diverted Donations To Different Charities
Lawsuit Alleges That Paypal Diverted Donations To Different Charities
The PayPal Giving Fund says it allows donors to give to a charity of their choice. A class action lawsuit claims the company would, with no notification, redirect funds to different organizations.
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The PayPal Giving Fund says it allows donors to give to a charity of their choice. A class action lawsuit claims the company would, with no notification, redirect funds to different organizations.
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NPR News: Starbucks To Open In Italy, Home Of Espresso, In 2018. Italian Cafes Say Bring It
Starbucks To Open In Italy, Home Of Espresso, In 2018. Italian Cafes Say Bring It
The coffeehouse giant plans several stores in Milan. But Italian coffeehouse owners aren't particularly worried. As one told us, they're not even in the same business.
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The coffeehouse giant plans several stores in Milan. But Italian coffeehouse owners aren't particularly worried. As one told us, they're not even in the same business.
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NPR News: Starbucks To Open In Italy, Home Of Espresso, In 2018. Italian Cafes Say Bring It
Starbucks To Open In Italy, Home Of Espresso, In 2018. Italian Cafes Say Bring It
The coffeehouse giant plans several stores in Milan. But Italian coffeehouse owners aren't particularly worried. As one told us, they're not even in the same business.
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The coffeehouse giant plans several stores in Milan. But Italian coffeehouse owners aren't particularly worried. As one told us, they're not even in the same business.
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NPR News: Trump Repeals Rule Designed To Block Gun Sales To Certain Mentally Ill People
Trump Repeals Rule Designed To Block Gun Sales To Certain Mentally Ill People
The president signed a measure into law that rescinds an Obama-era rule aimed at blocking gun sales to certain mentally ill people. The rule would have deemed about 75,000 people mentally incapable.
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The president signed a measure into law that rescinds an Obama-era rule aimed at blocking gun sales to certain mentally ill people. The rule would have deemed about 75,000 people mentally incapable.
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NPR News: The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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NPR News: The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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NPR News: California Weighs Tougher Emissions Rules for Gas-Powered Garden Equipment
California Weighs Tougher Emissions Rules for Gas-Powered Garden Equipment
Gas-powered gardening equipment will soon surpass cars as the worst polluters in California. It is considering stronger emissions standards for small gas engines and incentives to switch to electric.
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Gas-powered gardening equipment will soon surpass cars as the worst polluters in California. It is considering stronger emissions standards for small gas engines and incentives to switch to electric.
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NPR News: The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The British Celebrate Pancake Day With Sweet Races
The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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The last day of February is called Pancake Day in the United Kingdom, and it is marked by pancake races. Teams run pan in hand toward the finish line in a tradition going back hundreds of years.
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Houston Students to Speak to NASA Astronaut on International Space Station
Students from Hartsfield Elementary 4-H Club of the Houston Independent School District in Texas will speak with a NASA astronaut currently living and working aboard the International Space Station.
February 28, 2017
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February 28, 2017
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NPR News: Racist Assault On A Child's Birthday Party Yields Long Prison Terms In Georgia
Racist Assault On A Child's Birthday Party Yields Long Prison Terms In Georgia
The defendants, who have three children together, wept as a judge sentenced them to a combined 19 years in prison for their role in a white supremacist group's rampage.
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The defendants, who have three children together, wept as a judge sentenced them to a combined 19 years in prison for their role in a white supremacist group's rampage.
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NPR News: Why Are More Young Americans Getting Colon Cancer?
Why Are More Young Americans Getting Colon Cancer?
Data suggests that the rate of colon cancer among people under 50 is on the rise, but there are lots of possible explanations for that. Scientists say teasing out the truth will be tricky.
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Data suggests that the rate of colon cancer among people under 50 is on the rise, but there are lots of possible explanations for that. Scientists say teasing out the truth will be tricky.
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NPR News: WHO's First-Ever List Of The Dirty Dozen Superbugs
WHO's First-Ever List Of The Dirty Dozen Superbugs
For the first time, the World Health Organization has released a list of 12 bacteria that "pose the greatest threat to human health" because of their antibiotic resistance.
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For the first time, the World Health Organization has released a list of 12 bacteria that "pose the greatest threat to human health" because of their antibiotic resistance.
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NPR News: WHO's First-Ever List Of The Dirty Dozen Superbugs
WHO's First-Ever List Of The Dirty Dozen Superbugs
For the first time, the World Health Organization has released a list of 12 bacteria that "pose the greatest threat to human health" because of their antibiotic resistance.
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For the first time, the World Health Organization has released a list of 12 bacteria that "pose the greatest threat to human health" because of their antibiotic resistance.
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NPR News: Trump To Sign Order Rolling Back Another Environmental Regulation
Trump To Sign Order Rolling Back Another Environmental Regulation
President Trump will sign an order on Tuesday that aims to roll back the Obama administration's Waters of the U.S. rule. It applies only to small bodies of water, but it has some big opponents.
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President Trump will sign an order on Tuesday that aims to roll back the Obama administration's Waters of the U.S. rule. It applies only to small bodies of water, but it has some big opponents.
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NPR News: With Republicans In Charge, Democrats Will Redefine Their Mission
With Republicans In Charge, Democrats Will Redefine Their Mission
When President Trump delivers his speech Tuesday, he'll be looking out at a GOP-controlled Congress. Steve Inskeep talks to new DNC Chairman Tom Perez, about what Democrats can do to counter that.
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When President Trump delivers his speech Tuesday, he'll be looking out at a GOP-controlled Congress. Steve Inskeep talks to new DNC Chairman Tom Perez, about what Democrats can do to counter that.
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NPR News: 3 Die And 2 Survive After Plane Crashes Into Homes East Of L.A.
3 Die And 2 Survive After Plane Crashes Into Homes East Of L.A.
The survivors — two women in their late 30s or early 40s — were ejected from the plane and into the house, leading to initial confusion among rescuers.
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The survivors — two women in their late 30s or early 40s — were ejected from the plane and into the house, leading to initial confusion among rescuers.
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NPR News: Experts Will Parse Trump's Speech For Foreign Policy Positions
Experts Will Parse Trump's Speech For Foreign Policy Positions
As President Trump prepares to address Congress, Steve Inskeep talks to Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations to get a sense of what we might hear the president say about foreign policy.
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As President Trump prepares to address Congress, Steve Inskeep talks to Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations to get a sense of what we might hear the president say about foreign policy.
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NPR News: Experts Will Parse Trump's Speech For Foreign Policy Positions
Experts Will Parse Trump's Speech For Foreign Policy Positions
As President Trump prepares to address Congress, Steve Inskeep talks to Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations to get a sense of what we might hear the president say about foreign policy.
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As President Trump prepares to address Congress, Steve Inskeep talks to Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations to get a sense of what we might hear the president say about foreign policy.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: In Sri Lanka's Tea Paradise, A Social Enterprise Is Brewing
PHOTOS: In Sri Lanka's Tea Paradise, A Social Enterprise Is Brewing
The island nation is one of the world's biggest exporters of tea, an industry that employs a sizable part of the population. We visit one organic tea farm that shares revenues with its workers.
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The island nation is one of the world's biggest exporters of tea, an industry that employs a sizable part of the population. We visit one organic tea farm that shares revenues with its workers.
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NPR News: Liberian Nurse Who Fought Ebola Dies In Childbirth
Liberian Nurse Who Fought Ebola Dies In Childbirth
Steve Inskeep talks to Aryn Baker of Time magazine about a Liberian nursing assistant, who cared for Ebola patients, but who died earlier this month after childbirth because no one would help her.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Aryn Baker of Time magazine about a Liberian nursing assistant, who cared for Ebola patients, but who died earlier this month after childbirth because no one would help her.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: In Sri Lanka's Tea Paradise, A Social Enterprise Is Brewing
PHOTOS: In Sri Lanka's Tea Paradise, A Social Enterprise Is Brewing
The island nation is one of the world's biggest exporters of tea, an industry that employs a sizable part of the population. We visit one organic tea farm that shares revenues with its workers.
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The island nation is one of the world's biggest exporters of tea, an industry that employs a sizable part of the population. We visit one organic tea farm that shares revenues with its workers.
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NPR News: Liberian Nurse Who Fought Ebola Dies In Childbirth
Liberian Nurse Who Fought Ebola Dies In Childbirth
Steve Inskeep talks to Aryn Baker of Time magazine about a Liberian nursing assistant, who cared for Ebola patients, but who died earlier this month after childbirth because no one would help her.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Aryn Baker of Time magazine about a Liberian nursing assistant, who cared for Ebola patients, but who died earlier this month after childbirth because no one would help her.
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NPR News: To This Scholar, For-Profit Colleges Are 'Lower Ed'
To This Scholar, For-Profit Colleges Are 'Lower Ed'
Tressie McMillan Cottom delves into the hopes and dreams of students outside the traditional college path.
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Tressie McMillan Cottom delves into the hopes and dreams of students outside the traditional college path.
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NPR News: Why Trump's Speech To Congress Is Not A State Of The Union
Why Trump's Speech To Congress Is Not A State Of The Union
It may look and sound like a State of the Union, but following tradition, Trump's remarks his first year in office will simply be an address to a joint session of Congress.
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It may look and sound like a State of the Union, but following tradition, Trump's remarks his first year in office will simply be an address to a joint session of Congress.
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NPR News: A Carbon Tax Gains Traction Among Some Conservatives
A Carbon Tax Gains Traction Among Some Conservatives
A long-shot idea has received recent attention: a plan that would set a price on carbon to encourage energy efficiency and limit the impact of climate change. Even the new CEO of Exxon Mobil backs it.
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A long-shot idea has received recent attention: a plan that would set a price on carbon to encourage energy efficiency and limit the impact of climate change. Even the new CEO of Exxon Mobil backs it.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Trump, House GOP Tax Plans So Far
What We Know About The Trump, House GOP Tax Plans So Far
Sweeping tax cuts, for businesses and individuals, will be at or near the top of the list for both the White House and the Republican-controlled Congress. A tax on imports may also be on the table.
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Sweeping tax cuts, for businesses and individuals, will be at or near the top of the list for both the White House and the Republican-controlled Congress. A tax on imports may also be on the table.
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NPR News: Trump To Lay Out Plans For 'Renewal Of The American Spirit' In Joint Address
Trump To Lay Out Plans For 'Renewal Of The American Spirit' In Joint Address
Tuesday's speech to Congress is a chance to reset a tumultuous first month. Administration officials say President Trump will strike a more optimistic tone than he did in his inaugural address.
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Tuesday's speech to Congress is a chance to reset a tumultuous first month. Administration officials say President Trump will strike a more optimistic tone than he did in his inaugural address.
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NPR News: With Climate Change, California Is Likely To See More Extreme Flooding
With Climate Change, California Is Likely To See More Extreme Flooding
Dams and levees across California are straining to handle winter storms. The state's water system was designed a century ago, before climate change was an issue. Now, it's being rethought.
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Dams and levees across California are straining to handle winter storms. The state's water system was designed a century ago, before climate change was an issue. Now, it's being rethought.
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NPR News: Trump's 'America First' Agenda Marks Sharp Break In U.S. Economic Policy
Trump's 'America First' Agenda Marks Sharp Break In U.S. Economic Policy
President Trump's plans, a rebuke of the prevailing push toward globalization, may overlook what's under the hood when it comes to manufacturing.
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President Trump's plans, a rebuke of the prevailing push toward globalization, may overlook what's under the hood when it comes to manufacturing.
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NPR News: In Religious Freedom Debate, 2 American Values Clash
In Religious Freedom Debate, 2 American Values Clash
A showdown may be coming on the meaning of religious freedom, and LGBT advocates fear anti-discrimination protections could be weakened as a result.
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A showdown may be coming on the meaning of religious freedom, and LGBT advocates fear anti-discrimination protections could be weakened as a result.
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NPR News: Political Outsider Emmanuel Macron Campaigns To 'Make France Daring Again'
Political Outsider Emmanuel Macron Campaigns To 'Make France Daring Again'
The presidential campaign has brought an unlikely candidate to the fore. Macron, a former banker and former economy minister, is surging in the polls. His message: Embrace innovation and risk.
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The presidential campaign has brought an unlikely candidate to the fore. Macron, a former banker and former economy minister, is surging in the polls. His message: Embrace innovation and risk.
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NPR News: Political Outsider Emmanuel Macron Campaigns To 'Make France Daring Again'
Political Outsider Emmanuel Macron Campaigns To 'Make France Daring Again'
The presidential campaign has brought an unlikely candidate to the fore. Macron, a former banker and former economy minister, is surging in the polls. His message: Embrace innovation and risk.
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The presidential campaign has brought an unlikely candidate to the fore. Macron, a former banker and former economy minister, is surging in the polls. His message: Embrace innovation and risk.
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NPR News: This CEO's Small Insurance Firm Mostly Turned A Profit Under Obamacare. Here's How
This CEO's Small Insurance Firm Mostly Turned A Profit Under Obamacare. Here's How
The health law just needs a tuneup, says the CEO of Molina Healthcare, which operates in 12 states and Puerto Rico. The California-based insurer has seen profits, while Humana and Aetna struggled.
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The health law just needs a tuneup, says the CEO of Molina Healthcare, which operates in 12 states and Puerto Rico. The California-based insurer has seen profits, while Humana and Aetna struggled.
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NPR News: Takata Pleads Guilty In Air Bag Scheme, Will Pay $1 Billion In Penalties
Takata Pleads Guilty In Air Bag Scheme, Will Pay $1 Billion In Penalties
Takata Corp., a Japanese auto parts maker, on Monday pleaded guilty to fraud and agreed to pay $1 billion for concealing a deadly defect in millions of its air bag inflators.
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Takata Corp., a Japanese auto parts maker, on Monday pleaded guilty to fraud and agreed to pay $1 billion for concealing a deadly defect in millions of its air bag inflators.
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NPR News: For Construction Projects, 'Buying American' Means Higher Costs
For Construction Projects, 'Buying American' Means Higher Costs
Trump has spoken about his commitment to "buy American and hire American." But what exactly does that mean? Some say it could mean higher costs for construction projects.
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Trump has spoken about his commitment to "buy American and hire American." But what exactly does that mean? Some say it could mean higher costs for construction projects.
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NPR News: Ross Confirmed As Commerce Secretary
Ross Confirmed As Commerce Secretary
Wilbur Ross, 79, made his fortune buying distressed companies and restoring them to health. Criticized by some as a "vulture capitalist," Ross received the support of the United Steelworkers union.
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Wilbur Ross, 79, made his fortune buying distressed companies and restoring them to health. Criticized by some as a "vulture capitalist," Ross received the support of the United Steelworkers union.
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Monday, 27 February 2017
NPR News: Can Sex Offenders Be Barred From Social Media? Justices Lean Toward No
Can Sex Offenders Be Barred From Social Media? Justices Lean Toward No
The court heard two cases today: One on whether the government can deport a resident for a statutory rape conviction, and another on whether a state can criminalize social media use for sex offenders.
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The court heard two cases today: One on whether the government can deport a resident for a statutory rape conviction, and another on whether a state can criminalize social media use for sex offenders.
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NASA Statement About SpaceX Private Moon Venture Announcement
NASA statement on SpaceX’s announcement Monday about a private space mission around the moon.
February 27, 2017
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February 27, 2017
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NPR News: Minnesota Police Officer In Philando Castile Shooting Case Pleads Not Guilty
Minnesota Police Officer In Philando Castile Shooting Case Pleads Not Guilty
The aftermath of the controversial shooting went viral as it was streamed live on Facebook by the Castile's girlfriend.
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The aftermath of the controversial shooting went viral as it was streamed live on Facebook by the Castile's girlfriend.
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NPR News: Black Lives Matter Finds 'Renewed Focus' 5 Years After Trayvon Martin
Black Lives Matter Finds 'Renewed Focus' 5 Years After Trayvon Martin
From the death that sparked a hashtag that became a national movement, Black Lives Matter takes on a new urgency under President Trump. Co-founder Patrisse Khan-Cullors discusses what lies ahead.
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From the death that sparked a hashtag that became a national movement, Black Lives Matter takes on a new urgency under President Trump. Co-founder Patrisse Khan-Cullors discusses what lies ahead.
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NPR News: SpaceX Announces Plans To Sent Two Customers To The Moon
SpaceX Announces Plans To Sent Two Customers To The Moon
It would be the first time humans have traveled beyond low-Earth orbit since the days of Apollo. The mission would be manned and financed by two private, anonymous customers.
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It would be the first time humans have traveled beyond low-Earth orbit since the days of Apollo. The mission would be manned and financed by two private, anonymous customers.
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NPR News: Attorney General Jeff Sessions Focuses On Violent Crime and Police Morale
Attorney General Jeff Sessions Focuses On Violent Crime and Police Morale
The new AG held his first on-record briefing as head of the Justice Department on Monday. He said he's "not a fan" of legalized marijuana use, and threats against Jewish centers are unacceptable.
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The new AG held his first on-record briefing as head of the Justice Department on Monday. He said he's "not a fan" of legalized marijuana use, and threats against Jewish centers are unacceptable.
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NPR News: What's The Environmental Footprint Of A Loaf Of Bread? Now We Know
What's The Environmental Footprint Of A Loaf Of Bread? Now We Know
New research calculates the greenhouse gas emissions involved in making bread, from wheat field to bakery. The vast majority of emissions come from one step in the process: farming.
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New research calculates the greenhouse gas emissions involved in making bread, from wheat field to bakery. The vast majority of emissions come from one step in the process: farming.
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NPR News: What's The Environmental Footprint Of A Loaf Of Bread? Now We Know
What's The Environmental Footprint Of A Loaf Of Bread? Now We Know
New research calculates the greenhouse gas emissions involved in making bread, from wheat field to bakery. The vast majority of emissions come from one step in the process: farming.
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New research calculates the greenhouse gas emissions involved in making bread, from wheat field to bakery. The vast majority of emissions come from one step in the process: farming.
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NPR News: Estate Sale-Goers Discover Treasures In Home Of Historian John Hope Franklin
Estate Sale-Goers Discover Treasures In Home Of Historian John Hope Franklin
Collectors, scholars and everyday people got the chance to peruse the Durham, N.C., home of the late John Hope Franklin, a world-renowned scholar of African-American history who died in 2009.
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Collectors, scholars and everyday people got the chance to peruse the Durham, N.C., home of the late John Hope Franklin, a world-renowned scholar of African-American history who died in 2009.
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NPR News: In India, People React To Killing Of IT Worker In Apparent Hate Crime
In India, People React To Killing Of IT Worker In Apparent Hate Crime
People in India are reacting to the death of an IT worker shot in an apparent hate crime in Kansas.
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People in India are reacting to the death of an IT worker shot in an apparent hate crime in Kansas.
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NPR News: 'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR News: In India, People React To Killing Of IT Worker In Apparent Hate Crime
In India, People React To Killing Of IT Worker In Apparent Hate Crime
People in India are reacting to the death of an IT worker shot in an apparent hate crime in Kansas.
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People in India are reacting to the death of an IT worker shot in an apparent hate crime in Kansas.
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NPR News: 'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR News: Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR News: Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR News: Supreme Court Considers Whether N.C. Law Violates First Amendment
Supreme Court Considers Whether N.C. Law Violates First Amendment
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on whether a North Carolina law that prevents registered sex offenders from "accessing" certain social media sites violates the First Amendment guarantee of free speech.
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The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on whether a North Carolina law that prevents registered sex offenders from "accessing" certain social media sites violates the First Amendment guarantee of free speech.
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NPR News: Encore: Mahershala Ali Plays An Unlikely Father Figure In 'Moonlight'
Encore: Mahershala Ali Plays An Unlikely Father Figure In 'Moonlight'
NPR's Kelly McEvers spoke to Ali in October about his experience working on the film, which won the Oscar for best picture.
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NPR's Kelly McEvers spoke to Ali in October about his experience working on the film, which won the Oscar for best picture.
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NPR News: 'La La Land' Producer Reacts To Best Picture Blunder
'La La Land' Producer Reacts To Best Picture Blunder
A major blunder at the Academy Awards left La La Land producer Jordan Horowitz literally handing over his award to its rightful owner, the producers of Moonlight. NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Horowitz about the mistake.
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A major blunder at the Academy Awards left La La Land producer Jordan Horowitz literally handing over his award to its rightful owner, the producers of Moonlight. NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Horowitz about the mistake.
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NPR News: 'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
'Miami Herald' Reporter Visits Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Julie Brown, an investigative reporter at the Miami Herald, about her visit with Bill Owens, the father of the Navy SEAL killed last month during a raid in Yemen.
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NPR News: Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
Rexnord Finalizes Plans To Move Indianapolis Jobs To Mexico
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with John Feltner, a machinist at the Rexnord plant in Indianapolis, which is moving operations to Mexico. President Trump took credit for preventing a Carrier plant, which is one mile away from the Rexnord plant, from moving some jobs to Mexico.
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NPR News: Privacy Paradox: How To Gain More Control Over Your Data
Privacy Paradox: How To Gain More Control Over Your Data
The WNYC podcast, "Note to Self," conducted an experiment called The Privacy Paradox, which involved thousands of people who tried to strengthen control over their personal information online.
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The WNYC podcast, "Note to Self," conducted an experiment called The Privacy Paradox, which involved thousands of people who tried to strengthen control over their personal information online.
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NPR News: New FCC Chairman Plans To Block Privacy Regulations
New FCC Chairman Plans To Block Privacy Regulations
The Federal Communications Commission's new chairman wants to block a rule approved by his predecessor requiring Internet service providers like Comcast and Verizon adhere to new privacy standards.
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The Federal Communications Commission's new chairman wants to block a rule approved by his predecessor requiring Internet service providers like Comcast and Verizon adhere to new privacy standards.
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NPR News: Philadelphia Cemetery Vandalized In Wave Of Anti-Semitic Attacks
Philadelphia Cemetery Vandalized In Wave Of Anti-Semitic Attacks
Jewish cemeteries in Pennsylvania and Missouri have been hit by large-scale vandalism in recent weeks. It's unclear if there is an actual rise in such incidents or simply more reporting of incidents.
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Jewish cemeteries in Pennsylvania and Missouri have been hit by large-scale vandalism in recent weeks. It's unclear if there is an actual rise in such incidents or simply more reporting of incidents.
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NPR News: U.S. Governors Meet With President Trump In Washington
U.S. Governors Meet With President Trump In Washington
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Washington Gov. Jay Inslee about the National Governors Association meeting that took place over the weekend in Washington, D.C.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Washington Gov. Jay Inslee about the National Governors Association meeting that took place over the weekend in Washington, D.C.
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NPR News: Trump Administration To Boost Defense Spending In Budget Proposal
Trump Administration To Boost Defense Spending In Budget Proposal
The Trump administration unveiled its budget priorities Monday ahead of the president's Tuesday address to Congress. It comes after days of focus on the White House relationship with the media.
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The Trump administration unveiled its budget priorities Monday ahead of the president's Tuesday address to Congress. It comes after days of focus on the White House relationship with the media.
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NPR News: Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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NPR News: No Jail Time For 19-Year-Old In Idaho Coat-Hanger Assault Case
No Jail Time For 19-Year-Old In Idaho Coat-Hanger Assault Case
An Idaho judge concluded an attack on a black, mentally disabled teenager, in which his white teammate kicked a coat hanger up his rectum, was not a sexual assault or racially motivated attack.
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An Idaho judge concluded an attack on a black, mentally disabled teenager, in which his white teammate kicked a coat hanger up his rectum, was not a sexual assault or racially motivated attack.
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NPR News: Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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NPR News: Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
Repeal Of Anti-Corruption Rule May Hurt National Security, Critics Warn
The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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The repealed Securities and Exchange Commission rule required oil, gas and mining companies to disclose overseas payments. It was meant to promote transparency in countries riddled with corruption.
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NPR News: Justice Department Reverses Position On Texas Voter ID Law Case
Justice Department Reverses Position On Texas Voter ID Law Case
The Trump Justice Department will ask a federal court to dismiss the Obama DOJ's earlier claim that the ID law was enacted with the intention of discriminating against minority voters.
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The Trump Justice Department will ask a federal court to dismiss the Obama DOJ's earlier claim that the ID law was enacted with the intention of discriminating against minority voters.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: Wild Weather In Chile Leaves Millions Without Access To Running Water
PHOTOS: Wild Weather In Chile Leaves Millions Without Access To Running Water
Authorities cut off service to the capital, Santiago, following torrential rains that contaminated the water supply. People are now scrambling to find alternative sources of drinking water.
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Authorities cut off service to the capital, Santiago, following torrential rains that contaminated the water supply. People are now scrambling to find alternative sources of drinking water.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: Wild Weather In Chile Leaves Millions Without Access To Running Water
PHOTOS: Wild Weather In Chile Leaves Millions Without Access To Running Water
Authorities cut off service to the capital, Santiago, following torrential rains that contaminated the water supply. People are now scrambling to find alternative sources of drinking water.
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Authorities cut off service to the capital, Santiago, following torrential rains that contaminated the water supply. People are now scrambling to find alternative sources of drinking water.
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NPR News: Bush Weighs In On Trump Presidency, Calling Press 'Indispensable To Democracy'
Bush Weighs In On Trump Presidency, Calling Press 'Indispensable To Democracy'
Former President George W. Bush repeatedly declined to criticize Obama or offer him unsolicited advice. But on NBC's Today, Bush weighed in on President Trump's travel ban, Russia and the media.
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Former President George W. Bush repeatedly declined to criticize Obama or offer him unsolicited advice. But on NBC's Today, Bush weighed in on President Trump's travel ban, Russia and the media.
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NPR News: What's The Leading Cause Of Wildfires In The U.S.? Humans
What's The Leading Cause Of Wildfires In The U.S.? Humans
More than 8 in 10 fires are started by people. Researchers say humans are not only causing the vast majority of wildfires, they're extending the normal fire season around the U.S. by three months.
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More than 8 in 10 fires are started by people. Researchers say humans are not only causing the vast majority of wildfires, they're extending the normal fire season around the U.S. by three months.
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NPR News: To Keep Teens Safe Online, They Need To Learn To Manage Risk
To Keep Teens Safe Online, They Need To Learn To Manage Risk
Teens should be included in efforts to mitigate their online risks, researchers say, but apps focus more on parents controlling access by monitoring and blocking sites.
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Teens should be included in efforts to mitigate their online risks, researchers say, but apps focus more on parents controlling access by monitoring and blocking sites.
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NPR News: Bomb Threats Made Against Jewish Community Centers In 11 States
Bomb Threats Made Against Jewish Community Centers In 11 States
"My instincts tell me this is all part of a coordinated effort," an Ann Arbor police detective tells Michigan Public Radio, discussing threats made in the city.
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"My instincts tell me this is all part of a coordinated effort," an Ann Arbor police detective tells Michigan Public Radio, discussing threats made in the city.
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NPR News: In NYC, 'Sweeney Todd' Baker Serves Up Some Bloody Good Pies
In NYC, 'Sweeney Todd' Baker Serves Up Some Bloody Good Pies
The off-Broadway play, in which a barber's clients become filling for meat pies, may make you lose your appetite. But former White House pastry chef Bill Yosses bakes a tempting pre-theater treat.
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The off-Broadway play, in which a barber's clients become filling for meat pies, may make you lose your appetite. But former White House pastry chef Bill Yosses bakes a tempting pre-theater treat.
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NPR News: Trump To Propose $54 Billion Defense Increase, Cuts To Domestic Programs
Trump To Propose $54 Billion Defense Increase, Cuts To Domestic Programs
In the first look at his spending plan, the president is proposing boosts for the military and law enforcement — at the expense of other domestic spending. Congress will need to write the final plan.
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In the first look at his spending plan, the president is proposing boosts for the military and law enforcement — at the expense of other domestic spending. Congress will need to write the final plan.
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NPR News: 17-Year-Old Transgender Boy Wins Texas Girls' Wrestling Championship
17-Year-Old Transgender Boy Wins Texas Girls' Wrestling Championship
Mack Beggs is prohibited from competing against boys, under Texas rules. His controversial win comes soon after President Trump rescinded Obama administration guidelines on transgender students.
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Mack Beggs is prohibited from competing against boys, under Texas rules. His controversial win comes soon after President Trump rescinded Obama administration guidelines on transgender students.
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NPR News: Your Name Might Shape Your Face, Researchers Say
Your Name Might Shape Your Face, Researchers Say
Do you look like a Joy? Genes and culture may make it more likely that names and faces align. But researchers say people also may adjust their expressions to match social expectations of their name.
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Do you look like a Joy? Genes and culture may make it more likely that names and faces align. But researchers say people also may adjust their expressions to match social expectations of their name.
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NPR News: Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid Has Harsh Words For Trump
Father Of Navy SEAL Killed In Yemen Raid Has Harsh Words For Trump
"I told them I didn't want to make a scene about it, but my conscience wouldn't let me talk to him," says William Owens of the chance to meet President Trump. Owens' son died in a raid in Yemen.
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"I told them I didn't want to make a scene about it, but my conscience wouldn't let me talk to him," says William Owens of the chance to meet President Trump. Owens' son died in a raid in Yemen.
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NPR News: Minus The U.S., Asian Economic Powers Meet To Form Trade Deal
Minus The U.S., Asian Economic Powers Meet To Form Trade Deal
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, seen as China's response to the rival TPP, has benefited from a shift in American politics.
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The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, seen as China's response to the rival TPP, has benefited from a shift in American politics.
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NPR News: Minus The U.S., Asian Economic Powers Meet To Form Trade Deal
Minus The U.S., Asian Economic Powers Meet To Form Trade Deal
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, seen as China's response to the rival TPP, has benefited from a shift in American politics.
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The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, seen as China's response to the rival TPP, has benefited from a shift in American politics.
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NPR News: Philippines Plans To Shut 23 Mines Because Of Environmental Concerns
Philippines Plans To Shut 23 Mines Because Of Environmental Concerns
The environment secretary in the Philippines has decided to take on powerful mining interests. World markets were shocked by the announcement. The Philippines is the world's largest nickel exporter.
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The environment secretary in the Philippines has decided to take on powerful mining interests. World markets were shocked by the announcement. The Philippines is the world's largest nickel exporter.
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NPR News: Philippines Plans To Shut 23 Mines Because Of Environmental Concerns
Philippines Plans To Shut 23 Mines Because Of Environmental Concerns
The environment secretary in the Philippines has decided to take on powerful mining interests. The department plans to close 23 mines over issues related to the environment.
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The environment secretary in the Philippines has decided to take on powerful mining interests. The department plans to close 23 mines over issues related to the environment.
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NPR News: Vandals Desecrate Jewish Cemetery In City Of Brotherly Love
Vandals Desecrate Jewish Cemetery In City Of Brotherly Love
Another Jewish cemetery has been damaged. Vandals entered Mount Carmel, a cemetery in northeast Philadelphia and vandalized more than 100 graves, toppling headstones and destroying religious markings.
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Another Jewish cemetery has been damaged. Vandals entered Mount Carmel, a cemetery in northeast Philadelphia and vandalized more than 100 graves, toppling headstones and destroying religious markings.
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NPR News: Pentagon Officials Review Overall Strategy To Fight ISIS
Pentagon Officials Review Overall Strategy To Fight ISIS
Rachel Martin talks to Sarah Margon, Washington director of Human Rights Watch about the potential shift in the strategy to fight ISIS. Some worry it may call for expanding the rules of engagement.
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Rachel Martin talks to Sarah Margon, Washington director of Human Rights Watch about the potential shift in the strategy to fight ISIS. Some worry it may call for expanding the rules of engagement.
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NPR News: Pentagon Officials Review Overall Strategy To Fight ISIS
Pentagon Officials Review Overall Strategy To Fight ISIS
Rachel Martin talks to Sarah Margon, Washington director of Human Rights Watch about the potential shift in the strategy to fight ISIS. Some worry it may call for expanding the rules of engagement.
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Rachel Martin talks to Sarah Margon, Washington director of Human Rights Watch about the potential shift in the strategy to fight ISIS. Some worry it may call for expanding the rules of engagement.
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NPR News: In Response To Rising Biased Rhetoric, Muslims Run For Office
In Response To Rising Biased Rhetoric, Muslims Run For Office
First-time candidates are seeking offices across the country. And several nonprofits are helping American Muslims get involved in the political process.
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First-time candidates are seeking offices across the country. And several nonprofits are helping American Muslims get involved in the political process.
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NPR News: Hey, Students: 5 Things That Are Wrong With Your Cover Letter
Hey, Students: 5 Things That Are Wrong With Your Cover Letter
Think about what do we do at NPR: We tell stories. If your resume, your cover letter and your writing samples don't tell us a story, we're not interested.
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Think about what do we do at NPR: We tell stories. If your resume, your cover letter and your writing samples don't tell us a story, we're not interested.
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NPR News: A Medicine That Blunts The Buzz Of Alcohol Can Help Drinkers Cut Back
A Medicine That Blunts The Buzz Of Alcohol Can Help Drinkers Cut Back
Naltrexone was approved to treat alcohol disorders more than 20 years ago. But many doctors still don't know that when combined with counseling it can help people resist the urge to drink too much.
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Naltrexone was approved to treat alcohol disorders more than 20 years ago. But many doctors still don't know that when combined with counseling it can help people resist the urge to drink too much.
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NPR News: How The Media Are Using Encryption Tools To Collect Anonymous Tips
How The Media Are Using Encryption Tools To Collect Anonymous Tips
Technology has made for more ways to leak scoops to the press than ever before. And newsrooms across the country are taking advantage of that.
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Technology has made for more ways to leak scoops to the press than ever before. And newsrooms across the country are taking advantage of that.
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NPR News: 'People's Court' Judge Joseph Wapner Dies At 97
'People's Court' Judge Joseph Wapner Dies At 97
The People's Court was one of the biggest hits among syndicated reality TV shows. Judge Joseph Wapner was joined on the show by real-life bailiff Rusty Burrell and host Doug Llewellyn.
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The People's Court was one of the biggest hits among syndicated reality TV shows. Judge Joseph Wapner was joined on the show by real-life bailiff Rusty Burrell and host Doug Llewellyn.
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NPR News: Navy Secretary Nominee Withdraws From Consideration
Navy Secretary Nominee Withdraws From Consideration
Philip Bilden is President Trump's second nominee for director of an armed service to withdraw because of difficulty unwinding financial assets.
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Philip Bilden is President Trump's second nominee for director of an armed service to withdraw because of difficulty unwinding financial assets.
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NPR News: For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream
For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream
It's the first regular season call up to the NBA for the 23-year-old point guard. For the past season and-a-half, he's been playing in the D-League — pro basketball's minor league.
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It's the first regular season call up to the NBA for the 23-year-old point guard. For the past season and-a-half, he's been playing in the D-League — pro basketball's minor league.
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NPR News: Seven Fun Facts About 'Arab Idol'
Seven Fun Facts About 'Arab Idol'
The finalists are a Palestinian, a Yemeni and a Palestinian Israeli citizen. The show highlights and erases the region's borders. The Israeli citizen was given an honorary permit to travel to Beirut.
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The finalists are a Palestinian, a Yemeni and a Palestinian Israeli citizen. The show highlights and erases the region's borders. The Israeli citizen was given an honorary permit to travel to Beirut.
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NPR News: Seven Fun Facts About 'Arab Idol'
Seven Fun Facts About 'Arab Idol'
The finalists are a Palestinian, a Yemeni and a Palestinian Israeli citizen. The show highlights and erases the region's borders. The Israeli citizen was given an honorary permit to travel to Beirut.
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The finalists are a Palestinian, a Yemeni and a Palestinian Israeli citizen. The show highlights and erases the region's borders. The Israeli citizen was given an honorary permit to travel to Beirut.
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NPR News: 2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR News: Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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NPR News: 2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR News: Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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NPR News: 2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
2017 Oscars: Nominations For Documentary Category Upends Genre
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nina Gilden Seavey, director of the Documentary Center at George Washington University, about what this year's documentary lineup mean for the art and industry.
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NPR News: Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
Decades Later, Translation Of Jewish Text Will Open Zohar's Gates To English Speakers
The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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The translation of a rare Jewish text is almost done, thanks to Berkeley scholar Daniel Matt. This May, publishers will release the final volume of the authoritative English translation of the Zohar.
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NPR News: Teen Transgender Wrestler — A Reluctant Symbol Of A Nation Divided
Teen Transgender Wrestler — A Reluctant Symbol Of A Nation Divided
Mack Beggs, who identifies as a boy, won a girls state wrestling championship in Texas this weekend. He'd rather have wrestled boys. Journalist Asa Merritt talks about the reactions at the tournament.
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Mack Beggs, who identifies as a boy, won a girls state wrestling championship in Texas this weekend. He'd rather have wrestled boys. Journalist Asa Merritt talks about the reactions at the tournament.
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NPR News: Fearing Climate Change Policy Under Trump, STEM Group Works To Get Scientists Elected
Fearing Climate Change Policy Under Trump, STEM Group Works To Get Scientists Elected
Scientists across the country are planning to go to Washington — and take office. Shaughnessy Naughton is the founder of 314 Action a non profit that helps scientists run for office.
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Scientists across the country are planning to go to Washington — and take office. Shaughnessy Naughton is the founder of 314 Action a non profit that helps scientists run for office.
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NPR News: Witnesses Say Kansas Bar Shooting Was Racially Motivated
Witnesses Say Kansas Bar Shooting Was Racially Motivated
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with KCUR reporter Laura Ziegler about the shooting of two Indian men in an Olathe, Kan. bar. The FBI is determining whether to investigate it as a hate crime.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with KCUR reporter Laura Ziegler about the shooting of two Indian men in an Olathe, Kan. bar. The FBI is determining whether to investigate it as a hate crime.
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NPR News: When Mexican Deportees Return To A Country They Hardly Know
When Mexican Deportees Return To A Country They Hardly Know
Tania Mendoza left Mexico for the U.S. when she was a toddler. She lived almost her whole life and started a family there. But in 2010 she was deported back to a country she had never really lived in.
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Tania Mendoza left Mexico for the U.S. when she was a toddler. She lived almost her whole life and started a family there. But in 2010 she was deported back to a country she had never really lived in.
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NPR News: How Much Will Trump's Address To Congress Reflect 'Renewal Of American Spirit' Theme?
How Much Will Trump's Address To Congress Reflect 'Renewal Of American Spirit' Theme?
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says President Trump will focus on the "renewal of American spirit" when he addresses a joint session of Congress early next week.
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White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says President Trump will focus on the "renewal of American spirit" when he addresses a joint session of Congress early next week.
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NPR News: NPR News Nuggets: A Plea To Texans, Eat Your Veggies & Chris Christie's Next Move
NPR News Nuggets: A Plea To Texans, Eat Your Veggies & Chris Christie's Next Move
Here's a quick roundup of some of the mini-moments you may have missed on this week's Morning Edition.
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Here's a quick roundup of some of the mini-moments you may have missed on this week's Morning Edition.
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NPR News: After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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NPR News: After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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NPR News: After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
After Kansas Shooting, More Than $1 Million Donated For Victims' Families
Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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Between three GoFundMe pages, thousands of strangers have opened their wallets for the victims. Still, many in India fear last week's shooting shows the U.S. is now a dangerous place for immigrants.
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NPR News: Indonesia Wakes And Up And Smells Its Own Coffee — Then Drinks It
Indonesia Wakes And Up And Smells Its Own Coffee — Then Drinks It
Indonesia is the world's fourth-largest coffee producer, exporting more than it consumes. But that's changing, as demand from a rising middle class fuels entrepreneurship and connoisseurship.
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Indonesia is the world's fourth-largest coffee producer, exporting more than it consumes. But that's changing, as demand from a rising middle class fuels entrepreneurship and connoisseurship.
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NPR News: Indonesia Wakes And Up And Smells Its Own Coffee — Then Drinks It
Indonesia Wakes And Up And Smells Its Own Coffee — Then Drinks It
Indonesia is the world's fourth-largest coffee producer, exporting more than it consumes. But that's changing, as demand from a rising middle class fuels entrepreneurship and connoisseurship.
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Indonesia is the world's fourth-largest coffee producer, exporting more than it consumes. But that's changing, as demand from a rising middle class fuels entrepreneurship and connoisseurship.
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NPR News: Banned Nerve Agent Killed Kim Jong Nam Within 20 Minutes, Malaysia Says
Banned Nerve Agent Killed Kim Jong Nam Within 20 Minutes, Malaysia Says
The dose smeared on the face of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un's half-brother was so high, even an antidote may not have been able to save him, according to the Malaysian health minister.
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The dose smeared on the face of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un's half-brother was so high, even an antidote may not have been able to save him, according to the Malaysian health minister.
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NPR News: Banned Nerve Agent Killed Kim Jong Nam Within 20 Minutes, Malaysia Says
Banned Nerve Agent Killed Kim Jong Nam Within 20 Minutes, Malaysia Says
The dose smeared on the face of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un's half-brother was so high, even an antidote may not have been able to save him, according to the Malaysian health minister.
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The dose smeared on the face of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un's half-brother was so high, even an antidote may not have been able to save him, according to the Malaysian health minister.
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NPR News: 'Highly Intoxicated' Driver Plows Into Mardi Gras Crowd, Injuring At Least 28
'Highly Intoxicated' Driver Plows Into Mardi Gras Crowd, Injuring At Least 28
An apparent drunk driver careened into spectators at one of Mardi Gras' biggest parades Saturday. "We are grateful that none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening," New Orleans' mayor said.
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An apparent drunk driver careened into spectators at one of Mardi Gras' biggest parades Saturday. "We are grateful that none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening," New Orleans' mayor said.
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NPR News: New Robot Patrols Chinese Airport
New Robot Patrols Chinese Airport
The airport in Shenzhen, China has a new intelligent robot trained to carry out security checks. It has facial recognition capabilities and can fire electroshock weapons.
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The airport in Shenzhen, China has a new intelligent robot trained to carry out security checks. It has facial recognition capabilities and can fire electroshock weapons.
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NPR News: New Robot Patrols Chinese Airport
New Robot Patrols Chinese Airport
The airport in Shenzhen, China has a new intelligent robot trained to carry out security checks. It has facial recognition capabilities and can fire electroshock weapons.
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The airport in Shenzhen, China has a new intelligent robot trained to carry out security checks. It has facial recognition capabilities and can fire electroshock weapons.
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NPR News: The Call-In: The Opioid Epidemic And How Opioids Have Affected Your Lives
The Call-In: The Opioid Epidemic And How Opioids Have Affected Your Lives
The opioid epidemic is growing. Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Jim Barnum, whose brother died after an opioid addiction and Chuck Rosenberg, acting administrator of the DEA.
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The opioid epidemic is growing. Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Jim Barnum, whose brother died after an opioid addiction and Chuck Rosenberg, acting administrator of the DEA.
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NPR News: David Axelrod On Tom Perez And The Future Of The Democratic Party
David Axelrod On Tom Perez And The Future Of The Democratic Party
Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez has been elected DNC Chair. David Axelrod, formerly President Obama's senior adviser, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro what this means for the future of the party.
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Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez has been elected DNC Chair. David Axelrod, formerly President Obama's senior adviser, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro what this means for the future of the party.
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NPR News: A Night At Red's Juke Joint In The Mississippi Delta Is A True Blues Experience
A Night At Red's Juke Joint In The Mississippi Delta Is A True Blues Experience
A visit to a classic, hole-in-the-wall blues bar in Clarksdale, Miss., where owner Red Paden enlightens us about the blues and the Delta.
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A visit to a classic, hole-in-the-wall blues bar in Clarksdale, Miss., where owner Red Paden enlightens us about the blues and the Delta.
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NPR News: Why It's Been So Warm On The East Coast
Why It's Been So Warm On The East Coast
The east coast saw record-breaking high temperatures this past week. Meteorologist Bob Henson talks with NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro about what's behind the early spring weather.
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The east coast saw record-breaking high temperatures this past week. Meteorologist Bob Henson talks with NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro about what's behind the early spring weather.
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NPR News: Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez Elected To Lead Democrats
Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez Elected To Lead Democrats
The DNC has a new chair — former Labor Secretary Tom Perez. Party members voted in Atlanta on Saturday. Now the hard work of rebuilding the party begins.
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The DNC has a new chair — former Labor Secretary Tom Perez. Party members voted in Atlanta on Saturday. Now the hard work of rebuilding the party begins.
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NPR News: North Carolina Law Makes Facebook A Felony For Former Sex Offenders
North Carolina Law Makes Facebook A Felony For Former Sex Offenders
North Carolina has a law banning sex offenders from social media. The state says sex offenders use sites to find future child victims. The court will decide if this is constitutional.
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North Carolina has a law banning sex offenders from social media. The state says sex offenders use sites to find future child victims. The court will decide if this is constitutional.
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NPR News: Dentists Work To Ease Patients' Pain With Fewer Opioids
Dentists Work To Ease Patients' Pain With Fewer Opioids
After minor surgeries, many dentists used to reflexively prescribe quick-acting opioids to relieve a patient's pain. Now they're learning to counsel patients about better, less addictive alternatives.
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After minor surgeries, many dentists used to reflexively prescribe quick-acting opioids to relieve a patient's pain. Now they're learning to counsel patients about better, less addictive alternatives.
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NPR News: Which Colleges Might Give You The Best Bang For Your Buck?
Which Colleges Might Give You The Best Bang For Your Buck?
A recent study looked at colleges across the country and which ones were able to graduate low-income students into high earning jobs.
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A recent study looked at colleges across the country and which ones were able to graduate low-income students into high earning jobs.
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NPR News: For Black College Prospects, Belonging And Safety Often Top Ivy Prestige
For Black College Prospects, Belonging And Safety Often Top Ivy Prestige
Over the past three years, nearly a third of HBCUs have seen at least a 20 percent increase in applications, which correlates with protests over high-profile racial-violence incidents.
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Over the past three years, nearly a third of HBCUs have seen at least a 20 percent increase in applications, which correlates with protests over high-profile racial-violence incidents.
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NPR News: Ethics Watchdog Has Big Impact On Federal Workers, But Not On Trump
Ethics Watchdog Has Big Impact On Federal Workers, But Not On Trump
The Office of Government Ethics has been in the spotlight since President Trump ignored its call to divest his businesses. It has no enforcement power, but still has a big impact on federal workers.
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The Office of Government Ethics has been in the spotlight since President Trump ignored its call to divest his businesses. It has no enforcement power, but still has a big impact on federal workers.
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NPR News: LGBTQ Advocates Fear 'Religious Freedom' Bills Moving Forward In States
LGBTQ Advocates Fear 'Religious Freedom' Bills Moving Forward In States
The Trump administration hasn't taken action on its promises to protect religious liberties, which some see as opposing LGBTQ people. But some state legislatures are taking this as support.
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The Trump administration hasn't taken action on its promises to protect religious liberties, which some see as opposing LGBTQ people. But some state legislatures are taking this as support.
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NPR News: Lots Of People Donate Their Cars, But This Owner Donated His Auto Repair Shop
Lots Of People Donate Their Cars, But This Owner Donated His Auto Repair Shop
An auto mechanic in Baltimore wanted to unload his car repair shop after 25 years. Instead of selling the business, he donated it to a nonprofit that will use the shop to teach budding mechanics.
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An auto mechanic in Baltimore wanted to unload his car repair shop after 25 years. Instead of selling the business, he donated it to a nonprofit that will use the shop to teach budding mechanics.
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Saturday, 25 February 2017
NPR News: Trump Will Be First President In 36 Years To Skip White House Correspondents Dinner
Trump Will Be First President In 36 Years To Skip White House Correspondents Dinner
The president tweeted that he will not attend this year's dinner. He'll be the first president to do so since Reagan missed it in 1981, after he was shot.
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The president tweeted that he will not attend this year's dinner. He'll be the first president to do so since Reagan missed it in 1981, after he was shot.
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NPR News: 'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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NPR News: Doctor Takes Death Education To High School Classrooms
Doctor Takes Death Education To High School Classrooms
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Dr. Jessica Zitter about preparing high-school students to deal with end-of-life care. Zitter is a critical care and palliative medical doctor in Oakland, Calif.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Dr. Jessica Zitter about preparing high-school students to deal with end-of-life care. Zitter is a critical care and palliative medical doctor in Oakland, Calif.
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NPR News: Tattoo Artist Covers Up Racist Insignia For Free: 'Enough Hate In This World'
Tattoo Artist Covers Up Racist Insignia For Free: 'Enough Hate In This World'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with tattoo shop owner, Dave Cutlip of Brooklyn Park, Md., who has offered to cover up any racist or gang affiliated tattoos at no cost. Cutlip says sometimes people change.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with tattoo shop owner, Dave Cutlip of Brooklyn Park, Md., who has offered to cover up any racist or gang affiliated tattoos at no cost. Cutlip says sometimes people change.
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NPR News: 'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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NPR News: South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
Tensions over immigration erupted into violence in Pretoria, South Africa, this week. Reporter Peter Granitz says foreigners are scapegoats for those who are actually upset with the government.
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Tensions over immigration erupted into violence in Pretoria, South Africa, this week. Reporter Peter Granitz says foreigners are scapegoats for those who are actually upset with the government.
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NPR News: 'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
'The Americans' Showrunners On Writing Cold War-Era Drama Amid New Russian Relations
Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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Joe Weisberg and Joel Fields, co-showrunners of the acclaimed series "The Americans," about Russian spies in the Washington, D.C., area, look ahead a season amid newly tense times with Russia.
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NPR News: South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
Tensions over immigration erupted into violence in Pretoria, South Africa, this week. Reporter Peter Granitz says foreigners are scapegoats for those who are actually upset with the government.
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Tensions over immigration erupted into violence in Pretoria, South Africa, this week. Reporter Peter Granitz says foreigners are scapegoats for those who are actually upset with the government.
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NPR News: Unexpected Support Surrounds Virginia Chocolate Shop After White Nationalist Moves Upstairs
Unexpected Support Surrounds Virginia Chocolate Shop After White Nationalist Moves Upstairs
Blüprint Chocolatiers in Alexandria, Va., has a new neighbor, Richard Spencer, who's drawing protesters. Initially worried their chocolate sales would drop, the reaction has been surprising.
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Blüprint Chocolatiers in Alexandria, Va., has a new neighbor, Richard Spencer, who's drawing protesters. Initially worried their chocolate sales would drop, the reaction has been surprising.
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NPR News: Trump Administration House Bars Major Media Organizations From Latest Press Briefing
Trump Administration House Bars Major Media Organizations From Latest Press Briefing
The relationship between the White House and the news media took another step backward Friday when CNN, The New York Times, BuzzFeed and others were kept out of secretary Sean Spicer's briefing.
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The relationship between the White House and the news media took another step backward Friday when CNN, The New York Times, BuzzFeed and others were kept out of secretary Sean Spicer's briefing.
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NPR News: Tom Perez Elected As New DNC Chair
Tom Perez Elected As New DNC Chair
Democrats elected the former Obama labor secretary as the party chair at the Democratic National Committee meeting in Atlanta today. Perez picked his final opponent Rep. Keith Ellison as deputy chair.
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Democrats elected the former Obama labor secretary as the party chair at the Democratic National Committee meeting in Atlanta today. Perez picked his final opponent Rep. Keith Ellison as deputy chair.
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NPR News: 'Ring Of Fire' Eclipse Set To Blaze In Southern Skies
'Ring Of Fire' Eclipse Set To Blaze In Southern Skies
The annular solar eclipse, which will leave just a sliver of sun shining behind the moon, will be visible from the southern hemisphere Sunday. Here's how to watch, even if you're outside its path.
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The annular solar eclipse, which will leave just a sliver of sun shining behind the moon, will be visible from the southern hemisphere Sunday. Here's how to watch, even if you're outside its path.
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NPR News: 'Ring Of Fire' Eclipse Set To Blaze In Southern Skies
'Ring Of Fire' Eclipse Set To Blaze In Southern Skies
The annular solar eclipse, which will leave just a sliver of sun shining behind the moon, will be visible from the southern hemisphere Sunday. Here's how to watch, even if you're outside its path.
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The annular solar eclipse, which will leave just a sliver of sun shining behind the moon, will be visible from the southern hemisphere Sunday. Here's how to watch, even if you're outside its path.
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NPR News: Lucille Horn, Who Was Nursed To Health In A Coney Island Sideshow, Dies At 96
Lucille Horn, Who Was Nursed To Health In A Coney Island Sideshow, Dies At 96
At a time when incubators were rejected by most doctors, Martin Couney treated Horn with one at a sideshow of premature infants. She died earlier this month, 96 years after most experts expected.
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At a time when incubators were rejected by most doctors, Martin Couney treated Horn with one at a sideshow of premature infants. She died earlier this month, 96 years after most experts expected.
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NPR News: WATCH: After Health Scare, Fiona The Baby Hippo Gets Her Feet Wet Once More
WATCH: After Health Scare, Fiona The Baby Hippo Gets Her Feet Wet Once More
Born six weeks early, the tiny one-month-old hippo has had a rather tough time. But in a video released by the Cincinnati Zoo, Fiona shows off her resilience — and her moves in the pool.
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Born six weeks early, the tiny one-month-old hippo has had a rather tough time. But in a video released by the Cincinnati Zoo, Fiona shows off her resilience — and her moves in the pool.
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NPR News: LIVE BLOG: DNC Chair Race To Begin Shortly. Here's What To Expect
LIVE BLOG: DNC Chair Race To Begin Shortly. Here's What To Expect
The Democratic National Committee is picking a new chairman Saturday in Atlanta. We are following all the action and will update below.
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The Democratic National Committee is picking a new chairman Saturday in Atlanta. We are following all the action and will update below.
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NPR News: As Negotiators Talk Peace In Geneva, Bombings Kill At Least 32 In Syrian City
As Negotiators Talk Peace In Geneva, Bombings Kill At Least 32 In Syrian City
The blasts Saturday left at least 32 people dead in Homs. The attacks in the city held by President Bashar Assad's regime are the latest violation of a tenuous peace brokered by Russia and Turkey.
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The blasts Saturday left at least 32 people dead in Homs. The attacks in the city held by President Bashar Assad's regime are the latest violation of a tenuous peace brokered by Russia and Turkey.
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NPR News: As Negotiators Talk Peace In Geneva, Bombings Kill At Least 32 In Syrian City
As Negotiators Talk Peace In Geneva, Bombings Kill At Least 32 In Syrian City
The blasts Saturday left at least 32 people dead in Homs. The attacks in the city held by President Bashar Assad's regime are the latest violation of a tenuous peace brokered by Russia and Turkey.
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The blasts Saturday left at least 32 people dead in Homs. The attacks in the city held by President Bashar Assad's regime are the latest violation of a tenuous peace brokered by Russia and Turkey.
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NPR News: Benefits In Jeopardy For Retired Coal Miners
Benefits In Jeopardy For Retired Coal Miners
Without federal intervention, retired coal miners could lose their health care and pensions at the end of April. That would devastate the miners, and their communities.
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Without federal intervention, retired coal miners could lose their health care and pensions at the end of April. That would devastate the miners, and their communities.
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NPR News: Michigan Democrat Rep. Brenda Lawrence On The Tight Race For DNC Chair
Michigan Democrat Rep. Brenda Lawrence On The Tight Race For DNC Chair
Michigan Democrat Rep. Brenda Lawrence has endorsed Rep. Keith Ellison in the race for DNC chair. She discusses the race ahead of Saturday's vote.
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Michigan Democrat Rep. Brenda Lawrence has endorsed Rep. Keith Ellison in the race for DNC chair. She discusses the race ahead of Saturday's vote.
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NPR News: Race And The Controversial History Of 'Stand Your Ground' Laws
Race And The Controversial History Of 'Stand Your Ground' Laws
Historian Caroline Light says "stand your ground" laws were written for white, heterosexual, property-owning men. What happens when other people take up arms, in defense against white supremacists?
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Historian Caroline Light says "stand your ground" laws were written for white, heterosexual, property-owning men. What happens when other people take up arms, in defense against white supremacists?
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NPR News: An Economist On The 'Miserable 21st Century'
An Economist On The 'Miserable 21st Century'
Economist Nicholas Eberstadt of the American Enterprise Institute paints a bleak picture of the U.S. economy. He describes millions of Americans out of work, and addicted to drugs and screens.
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Economist Nicholas Eberstadt of the American Enterprise Institute paints a bleak picture of the U.S. economy. He describes millions of Americans out of work, and addicted to drugs and screens.
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NPR News: What To Expect In Trump's Address To Congress
What To Expect In Trump's Address To Congress
We recap President Trump's week and his address to CPAC, and preview themes to expect in his address to Congress Tuesday.
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We recap President Trump's week and his address to CPAC, and preview themes to expect in his address to Congress Tuesday.
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NPR News: A Taste For Pork Helped A Deadly Virus Jump To Humans
A Taste For Pork Helped A Deadly Virus Jump To Humans
People were dropping dead in Malaysia, and no one could figure out why their brains were swelling. A young scientist solved the mystery. Then he had to get people to believe him.
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People were dropping dead in Malaysia, and no one could figure out why their brains were swelling. A young scientist solved the mystery. Then he had to get people to believe him.
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NPR News: The Ramifications Of Using A Chemical Weapon In Kim Jong Nam's Assassination
The Ramifications Of Using A Chemical Weapon In Kim Jong Nam's Assassination
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Georgetown University Asia expert Victor Cha about the global repercussions of the deadly nerve gas attack on Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korea's dictator.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Georgetown University Asia expert Victor Cha about the global repercussions of the deadly nerve gas attack on Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korea's dictator.
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NPR News: A Taste For Pork Helped A Deadly Virus Jump To Humans
A Taste For Pork Helped A Deadly Virus Jump To Humans
People were dropping dead in Malaysia, and no one could figure out why their brains were swelling. A young scientist solved the mystery. Then he had to get people to believe him.
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People were dropping dead in Malaysia, and no one could figure out why their brains were swelling. A young scientist solved the mystery. Then he had to get people to believe him.
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NPR News: The Ramifications Of Using A Chemical Weapon In Kim Jong Nam's Assassination
The Ramifications Of Using A Chemical Weapon In Kim Jong Nam's Assassination
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Georgetown University Asia expert Victor Cha about the global repercussions of the deadly nerve gas attack on Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korea's dictator.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Georgetown University Asia expert Victor Cha about the global repercussions of the deadly nerve gas attack on Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korea's dictator.
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NPR News: Past Presidents Made History In First Address To Congress
Past Presidents Made History In First Address To Congress
Continuity of tradition and shared power is what ceremonies such as the address to Congress are all about. They start the process by which independent personalities become part of the government.
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Continuity of tradition and shared power is what ceremonies such as the address to Congress are all about. They start the process by which independent personalities become part of the government.
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NPR News: Trump Takes His Vision To Congress, The Country And An Audience For The Ages
Trump Takes His Vision To Congress, The Country And An Audience For The Ages
When he enters the historic chamber and re-enacts the ritual on Tuesday, he will be stepping into a dimension of real and limitless consequences — one in which he is still a celebrity apprentice.
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When he enters the historic chamber and re-enacts the ritual on Tuesday, he will be stepping into a dimension of real and limitless consequences — one in which he is still a celebrity apprentice.
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NPR News: Trump And CPAC: A Complicated Relationship No More
Trump And CPAC: A Complicated Relationship No More
Conservatives embraced their new leader at their pre-eminent annual gathering. Meanwhile, Trump's team was quick to draw comparisons between the new president and CPAC's longtime hero, Ronald Reagan.
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Conservatives embraced their new leader at their pre-eminent annual gathering. Meanwhile, Trump's team was quick to draw comparisons between the new president and CPAC's longtime hero, Ronald Reagan.
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NPR News: Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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NPR News: For Barcelona Activist Turned Mayor, The Anti-Corruption Goals Stay The Same
For Barcelona Activist Turned Mayor, The Anti-Corruption Goals Stay The Same
Ada Colau is a former Occupy activist, once arrested for blocking home evictions during Spain's economic crisis. Now she's Barcelona's mayor, a job in which, she says, "you're closest to the people."
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Ada Colau is a former Occupy activist, once arrested for blocking home evictions during Spain's economic crisis. Now she's Barcelona's mayor, a job in which, she says, "you're closest to the people."
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NPR News: Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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NPR News: For Barcelona Activist Turned Mayor, The Anti-Corruption Goals Stay The Same
For Barcelona Activist Turned Mayor, The Anti-Corruption Goals Stay The Same
Ada Colau is a former Occupy activist, once arrested for blocking home evictions during Spain's economic crisis. Now she's Barcelona's mayor, a job in which, she says, "you're closest to the people."
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Ada Colau is a former Occupy activist, once arrested for blocking home evictions during Spain's economic crisis. Now she's Barcelona's mayor, a job in which, she says, "you're closest to the people."
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NPR News: Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait Celebration At Trump Hotel Raises Conflict Of Interest Questions
Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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Kuwait is celebrating its national day at the Trump International Hotel in Washington. The ambassador rejects suggestions that Kuwait is trying to curry favor with President Trump.
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NPR News: Transgender Students, For-Profit Colleges And Changes To The SAT
Transgender Students, For-Profit Colleges And Changes To The SAT
Our weekly recap of the latest national education news. Highlights: Betsy DeVos spoke to a major conservative gathering, and the College Board took steps to fight cheating.
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Our weekly recap of the latest national education news. Highlights: Betsy DeVos spoke to a major conservative gathering, and the College Board took steps to fight cheating.
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NPR News: Black Muslims Face Double Jeopardy, Anxiety In The Heartland
Black Muslims Face Double Jeopardy, Anxiety In The Heartland
The intersection of these two identities has become more acute thanks to Black Lives Matter and protests against the Trump administration's executive order on immigration.
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The intersection of these two identities has become more acute thanks to Black Lives Matter and protests against the Trump administration's executive order on immigration.
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NPR News: When You Love An Old Dog, Managing Care Can Be A Challenge
When You Love An Old Dog, Managing Care Can Be A Challenge
Aging dogs often need extra medical care. But there comes a time to be realistic about what can and can't be done, veterinarians say. The pet's comfort is paramount.
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Aging dogs often need extra medical care. But there comes a time to be realistic about what can and can't be done, veterinarians say. The pet's comfort is paramount.
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Friday, 24 February 2017
NPR News: Lashing Out Against Critical Reports, White House Bars Outlets From Briefing
Lashing Out Against Critical Reports, White House Bars Outlets From Briefing
The move blocked reporters from CNN, The New York Times and others from participating, and was seen at least in part as retaliation for a Thursday CNN piece on the White House-FBI communications.
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The move blocked reporters from CNN, The New York Times and others from participating, and was seen at least in part as retaliation for a Thursday CNN piece on the White House-FBI communications.
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NPR News: As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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NPR News: Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
President Muhammadu Buhari left for London Jan. 19. His government insists he's "hale and hearty," but speculation is rife that he may be suffering from prostate cancer, memory loss or other ailments.
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President Muhammadu Buhari left for London Jan. 19. His government insists he's "hale and hearty," but speculation is rife that he may be suffering from prostate cancer, memory loss or other ailments.
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NPR News: As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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NPR News: Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
President Muhammadu Buhari left for London Jan. 19. His government insists he's "hale and hearty," but speculation is rife that he may be suffering from prostate cancer, memory loss or other ailments.
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President Muhammadu Buhari left for London Jan. 19. His government insists he's "hale and hearty," but speculation is rife that he may be suffering from prostate cancer, memory loss or other ailments.
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NPR News: As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
As He Retires, U.S. Diplomat Delivers Message That 'Values Have Power'
Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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Daniel Fried, who retired Friday from the State Department, helped shape U.S. policy in Europe over a 40-year career. "I learned never to underestimate the possibility of change," he told colleagues.
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NPR News: Deported With A Valid U.S. Visa, Jordanian Says Message Is 'You're Not Welcome'
Deported With A Valid U.S. Visa, Jordanian Says Message Is 'You're Not Welcome'
He landed in Chicago for a graduation celebration trip after President Trump's travel ban took effect on citizens of seven mostly Muslim countries. He was held overnight in a cell and then sent back.
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He landed in Chicago for a graduation celebration trip after President Trump's travel ban took effect on citizens of seven mostly Muslim countries. He was held overnight in a cell and then sent back.
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NPR News: Deported With A Valid U.S. Visa, Jordanian Says Message Is 'You're Not Welcome'
Deported With A Valid U.S. Visa, Jordanian Says Message Is 'You're Not Welcome'
He landed in Chicago for a graduation celebration trip after President Trump's travel ban took effect on citizens of seven mostly Muslim countries. He was held overnight in a cell and then sent back.
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He landed in Chicago for a graduation celebration trip after President Trump's travel ban took effect on citizens of seven mostly Muslim countries. He was held overnight in a cell and then sent back.
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NPR News: Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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NPR News: Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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NPR News: Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
Trump Administration Weighs Increased Scrutiny Of Refugees' Social Media
The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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The Obama administration began checking social media accounts of prospective Syrian refugees more than a year ago. Such steps could expand as President Trump prepares a new executive order on vetting.
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NPR News: FCC Chairman Goes After His Predecessor's Internet Privacy Rules
FCC Chairman Goes After His Predecessor's Internet Privacy Rules
The new telecom chief is moving to halt one part of the sweeping rules for Internet service providers, which were passed last year in part based on "net neutrality" regulations.
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The new telecom chief is moving to halt one part of the sweeping rules for Internet service providers, which were passed last year in part based on "net neutrality" regulations.
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NPR News: Bounding Baby Bongo Born
Bounding Baby Bongo Born
An eastern bongo at the Los Angeles Zoo birthed the first bongo to be born at the zoo in more than twenty years. Bongos are native to Africa and have stripes, big ears and horns.
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An eastern bongo at the Los Angeles Zoo birthed the first bongo to be born at the zoo in more than twenty years. Bongos are native to Africa and have stripes, big ears and horns.
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NPR News: Los Angeles Officials To ICE: Stop Identifying Yourselves As Police
Los Angeles Officials To ICE: Stop Identifying Yourselves As Police
The mayor of Los Angeles co-signed a letter to the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency requesting that its agents not identify themselves as "police" during operations in the city.
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The mayor of Los Angeles co-signed a letter to the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency requesting that its agents not identify themselves as "police" during operations in the city.
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NPR News: Trump Adviser Sebastian Gorka Threatens Legal Action Over Tweets
Trump Adviser Sebastian Gorka Threatens Legal Action Over Tweets
He's a cheerleader for President Trump's travel restrictions. He's a self-described expert on Islamist movements who does not speak Arabic. He's declared that alpha males are back. And his calling card now reads, Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to the president. The British-born, Hungarian-educated White House newcomer seems to have his new boss' ear and the ire of some security experts.
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He's a cheerleader for President Trump's travel restrictions. He's a self-described expert on Islamist movements who does not speak Arabic. He's declared that alpha males are back. And his calling card now reads, Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to the president. The British-born, Hungarian-educated White House newcomer seems to have his new boss' ear and the ire of some security experts.
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NPR News: David Oyelowo On The Real 'United Kingdom' Marriage And Its Diplomatic Fallout
David Oyelowo On The Real 'United Kingdom' Marriage And Its Diplomatic Fallout
The film tells the story of Ruth Williams, a London typist, and Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of modern-day Botswana. In 1948, their interracial marriage sparked a political firestorm.
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The film tells the story of Ruth Williams, a London typist, and Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of modern-day Botswana. In 1948, their interracial marriage sparked a political firestorm.
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NPR News: David Oyelowo On The Real 'United Kingdom' Marriage And Its Diplomatic Fallout
David Oyelowo On The Real 'United Kingdom' Marriage And Its Diplomatic Fallout
The film tells the story of Ruth Williams, a London typist, and Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of modern-day Botswana. In 1948, their interracial marriage sparked a political firestorm.
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The film tells the story of Ruth Williams, a London typist, and Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of modern-day Botswana. In 1948, their interracial marriage sparked a political firestorm.
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NPR News: Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigeria's president went to London in January and hasn't been back home. His government says the 74-year-old is in good health but Nigerians worry he's ill at a time the country faces big problems.
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Nigeria's president went to London in January and hasn't been back home. His government says the 74-year-old is in good health but Nigerians worry he's ill at a time the country faces big problems.
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NPR News: Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigerian President's Long Absence Comes Amid Major Economic Crisis
Nigeria's president went to London in January and hasn't been back home. His government says the 74-year-old is in good health but Nigerians worry he's ill at a time the country faces big problems.
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Nigeria's president went to London in January and hasn't been back home. His government says the 74-year-old is in good health but Nigerians worry he's ill at a time the country faces big problems.
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NPR News: Suspect In Kansas Shooting Faces Possible Hate Crime Charges
Suspect In Kansas Shooting Faces Possible Hate Crime Charges
A shooting that left a man dead in Kansas could be ruled a hate crime. Two men from India and a local man who tried to intervene were shot by a man who reportedly thought he was shooting people from the Middle East.
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A shooting that left a man dead in Kansas could be ruled a hate crime. Two men from India and a local man who tried to intervene were shot by a man who reportedly thought he was shooting people from the Middle East.
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NPR News: Manufacturing CEOs Face Challenges Training Workers In High-Tech Jobs
Manufacturing CEOs Face Challenges Training Workers In High-Tech Jobs
At a meeting with President Trump Thursday, manufacturing CEOs talked about the challenge of finding workers qualified to do the high-tech jobs that are available. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Mark Muro, senior fellow with the Brookings Institution's Metropolitan Policy Program, about what's wrong with existing training programs for manufacturing jobs.
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At a meeting with President Trump Thursday, manufacturing CEOs talked about the challenge of finding workers qualified to do the high-tech jobs that are available. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Mark Muro, senior fellow with the Brookings Institution's Metropolitan Policy Program, about what's wrong with existing training programs for manufacturing jobs.
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NPR News: White House Asked FBI To Refute Reports Of Russia Contacts
White House Asked FBI To Refute Reports Of Russia Contacts
The White House is pushing back on a story that alleged it tried to pressure the FBI to discredit reports of alleged communication between the Trump campaign and Russia. The story, which was reported by CNN, says the FBI resisted those efforts.
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The White House is pushing back on a story that alleged it tried to pressure the FBI to discredit reports of alleged communication between the Trump campaign and Russia. The story, which was reported by CNN, says the FBI resisted those efforts.
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NPR News: In Delaware, State Senate Election Turns Into Referendum On Trump
In Delaware, State Senate Election Turns Into Referendum On Trump
A special state Senate election in Delaware has become an early referendum on President Trump, drawing hundreds of thousands of dollars and volunteer enthusiasm on both sides.
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A special state Senate election in Delaware has become an early referendum on President Trump, drawing hundreds of thousands of dollars and volunteer enthusiasm on both sides.
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NPR News: Young Mexican Driver Rises To Top Of NASCAR Ranks
Young Mexican Driver Rises To Top Of NASCAR Ranks
A young Mexican driver is making the leap to NASCAR's top level this year, and he's looking to bring more Latino fans with him. Along with the addition of Daniel Suárez, NASCAR is pursuing efforts to become more diverse.
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A young Mexican driver is making the leap to NASCAR's top level this year, and he's looking to bring more Latino fans with him. Along with the addition of Daniel Suárez, NASCAR is pursuing efforts to become more diverse.
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NPR News: Thousands Forced To Evacuate Amid Floods In San Jose, Calif.
Thousands Forced To Evacuate Amid Floods In San Jose, Calif.
Heavy rains and flooding in San Jose, Calif., have forced thousands to evacuate their homes with little warning. The flooding is the worst the region has seen in decades.
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Heavy rains and flooding in San Jose, Calif., have forced thousands to evacuate their homes with little warning. The flooding is the worst the region has seen in decades.
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NPR News: Week In Politics: Trump's Speech At CPAC, Race For DNC Chair
Week In Politics: Trump's Speech At CPAC, Race For DNC Chair
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with our regular political commentators, E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution, and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss the Conservative Political Action Conference, former House Speaker John Boehner's statements about Obamacare and the upcoming vote for Democratic National Committee chair.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with our regular political commentators, E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution, and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss the Conservative Political Action Conference, former House Speaker John Boehner's statements about Obamacare and the upcoming vote for Democratic National Committee chair.
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NPR News: Trump Touts 'America First' Philosophy In CPAC Address
Trump Touts 'America First' Philosophy In CPAC Address
Donald Trump has spoken to the group of conservative activists he spoke to on Friday before, but as president he got a very different reception than he has in past years.
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Donald Trump has spoken to the group of conservative activists he spoke to on Friday before, but as president he got a very different reception than he has in past years.
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NPR News: GOP Health Bill Draft Would Cut Medicaid, Emphasize Tax Credits
GOP Health Bill Draft Would Cut Medicaid, Emphasize Tax Credits
The plan would replace insurance subsidies for low-income families with tax credits for everyone, eliminate the requirement to buy health care, and end taxes on medical devices.
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The plan would replace insurance subsidies for low-income families with tax credits for everyone, eliminate the requirement to buy health care, and end taxes on medical devices.
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NPR News: The Problem With That Video Of Tigers Squaring Off With A Drone
The Problem With That Video Of Tigers Squaring Off With A Drone
The enclosure in China's Heilongjiang province, where the drone video was filmed, has been accused of keeping animals in "deplorable conditions."
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The enclosure in China's Heilongjiang province, where the drone video was filmed, has been accused of keeping animals in "deplorable conditions."
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NPR News: The Problem With That Video Of Tigers Squaring Off With A Drone
The Problem With That Video Of Tigers Squaring Off With A Drone
The enclosure in China's Heilongjiang province, where the drone video was filmed, has been accused of keeping animals in "deplorable conditions."
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The enclosure in China's Heilongjiang province, where the drone video was filmed, has been accused of keeping animals in "deplorable conditions."
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NPR News: VX: The Nerve Agent Used To Kill Kim Jong Nam Is Rare And Deadly
VX: The Nerve Agent Used To Kill Kim Jong Nam Is Rare And Deadly
A colorless, odorless liquid, similar in consistency to motor oil, VX kills in tiny quantities that can be absorbed through the skin. It is among the deadliest chemical weapons ever devised.
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A colorless, odorless liquid, similar in consistency to motor oil, VX kills in tiny quantities that can be absorbed through the skin. It is among the deadliest chemical weapons ever devised.
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NPR News: VX: The Nerve Agent Used To Kill Kim Jong Nam Is Rare And Deadly
VX: The Nerve Agent Used To Kill Kim Jong Nam Is Rare And Deadly
A colorless, odorless liquid, similar in consistency to motor oil, VX kills in tiny quantities that can be absorbed through the skin. It is among the deadliest chemical weapons ever devised.
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A colorless, odorless liquid, similar in consistency to motor oil, VX kills in tiny quantities that can be absorbed through the skin. It is among the deadliest chemical weapons ever devised.
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NPR News: 71 Degrees In February: Temperatures In Boston And Buffalo Rewrite Record Book
71 Degrees In February: Temperatures In Boston And Buffalo Rewrite Record Book
An all-time high temperature for February was recorded in Boston. After breaking a 111-year-old mark for this day, Buffalo also equaled its record high for the month.
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An all-time high temperature for February was recorded in Boston. After breaking a 111-year-old mark for this day, Buffalo also equaled its record high for the month.
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NPR News: Democrats Pick Ex-Kentucky Governor To Respond To Trump Speech To Congress
Democrats Pick Ex-Kentucky Governor To Respond To Trump Speech To Congress
Steve Beshear is credited with lowering Kentucky's uninsured rate. Immigration activist Astrid Silva is also scheduled to respond to the president's remarks Tuesday night.
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Steve Beshear is credited with lowering Kentucky's uninsured rate. Immigration activist Astrid Silva is also scheduled to respond to the president's remarks Tuesday night.
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NPR News: Trump Orders Agencies To Reduce Regulations
Trump Orders Agencies To Reduce Regulations
Surrounded by corporate leaders, President Trump signed an executive action telling government agencies to slash "job-killing" rules. Environmentalists argue the move could undo important protections.
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Surrounded by corporate leaders, President Trump signed an executive action telling government agencies to slash "job-killing" rules. Environmentalists argue the move could undo important protections.
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NPR News: Car Bomb Kills More Than 50 People Near Syrian Town Captured From ISIS
Car Bomb Kills More Than 50 People Near Syrian Town Captured From ISIS
At least 34 of the dead reportedly were civilians. The blast happened just north of al-Bab, at a checkpoint crowded with people who had fled the fighting and were preparing to return to their homes.
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At least 34 of the dead reportedly were civilians. The blast happened just north of al-Bab, at a checkpoint crowded with people who had fled the fighting and were preparing to return to their homes.
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NPR News: Car Bomb Kills More Than 50 People Near Syrian Town Captured From ISIS
Car Bomb Kills More Than 50 People Near Syrian Town Captured From ISIS
At least 34 of the dead reportedly were civilians. The blast happened just north of al-Bab, at a checkpoint crowded with people who had fled the fighting and were preparing to return to their homes.
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At least 34 of the dead reportedly were civilians. The blast happened just north of al-Bab, at a checkpoint crowded with people who had fled the fighting and were preparing to return to their homes.
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NPR News: WATCH: 2 Table Tennis Titleholders Have Epic, 766-Shot Rally
WATCH: 2 Table Tennis Titleholders Have Epic, 766-Shot Rally
Li Jie and Hitomi Sato met at the Qatar Open on Thursday and wound up in a battle of wills that lasted more than 10 minutes and perhaps defied the average human ability to focus.
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Li Jie and Hitomi Sato met at the Qatar Open on Thursday and wound up in a battle of wills that lasted more than 10 minutes and perhaps defied the average human ability to focus.
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NPR News: WATCH: 2 Table Tennis Titleholders Have Epic, 766-Shot Rally
WATCH: 2 Table Tennis Titleholders Have Epic, 766-Shot Rally
Li Jie and Hitomi Sato met at the Qatar Open on Thursday and wound up in a battle of wills that lasted more than 10 minutes and perhaps defied the average human ability to focus.
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Li Jie and Hitomi Sato met at the Qatar Open on Thursday and wound up in a battle of wills that lasted more than 10 minutes and perhaps defied the average human ability to focus.
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In Kim Jong-nam’s Death, North Korea Lets Loose a Weapon of Mass Destruction
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NPR News: Advice From Patients On A Study's Design Makes For Better Science
Advice From Patients On A Study's Design Makes For Better Science
Increasingly, advocates for patients are in the room when big medical studies are designed. They demand answers to big questions: "Will the results of this study actually help anybody?"
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Increasingly, advocates for patients are in the room when big medical studies are designed. They demand answers to big questions: "Will the results of this study actually help anybody?"
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NPR News: White House Asked FBI To Publicly Refute Reports Trump Associates Had Russia Contacts
White House Asked FBI To Publicly Refute Reports Trump Associates Had Russia Contacts
Director James Comey refused to publicly respond to the media reports even as he dismissed them privately, a senior administration official says. The official says the FBI initiated the discussion.
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Director James Comey refused to publicly respond to the media reports even as he dismissed them privately, a senior administration official says. The official says the FBI initiated the discussion.
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NPR News: Trump Addresses An Ebuillent CPAC Crowd
Trump Addresses An Ebuillent CPAC Crowd
Donald Trump speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference on Friday morning. We discuss how Trump's idea of "America first" squares with traditional Republican ideas.
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Donald Trump speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference on Friday morning. We discuss how Trump's idea of "America first" squares with traditional Republican ideas.
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NASA Wind Tunnel Tests Lockheed Martin’s X-Plane Design for a Quieter Supersonic Jet
Supersonic passenger airplanes are another step closer to reality as NASA and Lockheed Martin begin the first high-speed wind tunnel tests for the Quiet Supersonic Technology (QueSST) X-plane preliminary design at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland.
February 24, 2017
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NPR News: Google Spin-Off Sues Uber, Saying Leader Of Autonomous Vehicle Unit Stole Key Designs
Google Spin-Off Sues Uber, Saying Leader Of Autonomous Vehicle Unit Stole Key Designs
Waymo, the company that began as Google's self-driving-car project, says a former manager "took extraordinary efforts to raid Waymo's design server and then conceal his activities."
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Waymo, the company that began as Google's self-driving-car project, says a former manager "took extraordinary efforts to raid Waymo's design server and then conceal his activities."
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NPR News: Mildred Dresselhaus, 'Queen Of Carbon' And Nanoscience Trailblazer, Dies At 86
Mildred Dresselhaus, 'Queen Of Carbon' And Nanoscience Trailblazer, Dies At 86
The daughter of poor immigrants, Dresselhaus became science royalty for her work with carbon materials. Along the way she opened opportunities for female scientists that didn't exist when she started.
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The daughter of poor immigrants, Dresselhaus became science royalty for her work with carbon materials. Along the way she opened opportunities for female scientists that didn't exist when she started.
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NPR News: For Britain's Crumbling Parliament, Renovation Will Be Costly And Take Years
For Britain's Crumbling Parliament, Renovation Will Be Costly And Take Years
Most of the infrastructure dates to the end of World War II, and is either a jumble or in decay. The complex is riddled with asbestos. Renovation could force lawmakers to work elsewhere for years.
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Most of the infrastructure dates to the end of World War II, and is either a jumble or in decay. The complex is riddled with asbestos. Renovation could force lawmakers to work elsewhere for years.
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NPR News: For Britain's Crumbling Parliament, Renovation Will Be Costly And Take Years
For Britain's Crumbling Parliament, Renovation Will Be Costly And Take Years
Most of the infrastructure dates to the end of World War II, and is either a jumble or in decay. The complex is riddled with asbestos. Renovation could force lawmakers to work elsewhere for years.
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Most of the infrastructure dates to the end of World War II, and is either a jumble or in decay. The complex is riddled with asbestos. Renovation could force lawmakers to work elsewhere for years.
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NPR News: #CuriousGoat: What's A Good Exit Strategy For A Charity?
#CuriousGoat: What's A Good Exit Strategy For A Charity?
It's easy for a humanitarian group to go into a country with ambitious goals. It's tougher to figure out how to walk away.
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It's easy for a humanitarian group to go into a country with ambitious goals. It's tougher to figure out how to walk away.
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NPR News: #CuriousGoat: What's A Good Exit Strategy For A Charity?
#CuriousGoat: What's A Good Exit Strategy For A Charity?
It's easy for a humanitarian group to go into a country with ambitious goals. It's tougher to figure out how to walk away.
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It's easy for a humanitarian group to go into a country with ambitious goals. It's tougher to figure out how to walk away.
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NASA to Hold Media Teleconference Today on Study to Add Crew to First Orion, Space Launch System Mission
NASA will discuss plans for an ongoing study to assess the feasibility of adding a crew to Exploration Mission-1, the first integrated flight of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft, during a media teleconference at 1 p.m. EST today, Friday, Feb. 24. The call will stream live on NASA’s website.
February 24, 2017
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NPR News: Environmental Groups Say California's Climate Program Has Not Helped Them
Environmental Groups Say California's Climate Program Has Not Helped Them
California's signature climate plan is under attack from environmental justice groups. Some say the cap-and-trade program hasn't done anything to clean up the air in low-income communities.
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California's signature climate plan is under attack from environmental justice groups. Some say the cap-and-trade program hasn't done anything to clean up the air in low-income communities.
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NPR News: This Week In Race: Immigration Headaches, Oscar Glow and POTUS At The Blacksonian
This Week In Race: Immigration Headaches, Oscar Glow and POTUS At The Blacksonian
If the human rights aspect of (deportation) doesn't interest you, the prospect of $8 avocados and double-digit fast food might.
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If the human rights aspect of (deportation) doesn't interest you, the prospect of $8 avocados and double-digit fast food might.
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NPR News: Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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NPR News: Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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NPR News: Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Could A Bumblebee Learn To Play Fetch? Probably
Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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Scientists found that bumblebees are nimble learners, especially when there's a sugary reward at the end. No wonder they're such good pollinators.
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NPR News: Kansas Man Arrested In Shooting That Reportedly Targeted Foreigners
Kansas Man Arrested In Shooting That Reportedly Targeted Foreigners
Two of the victims are originally from India; their assailant was reportedly heard yelling "get out of my country" just before opening fire.
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Two of the victims are originally from India; their assailant was reportedly heard yelling "get out of my country" just before opening fire.
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NPR News: As Trump Prepares To Address CPAC, Outlining An 'America First' Agenda
As Trump Prepares To Address CPAC, Outlining An 'America First' Agenda
The Conservative Political Action Conference will hear from Donald Trump Friday. We discuss how Trump's idea of "America first" squares with traditional Republican ideas.
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The Conservative Political Action Conference will hear from Donald Trump Friday. We discuss how Trump's idea of "America first" squares with traditional Republican ideas.
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NPR News: Trump Meets With Manufacturers
Trump Meets With Manufacturers
CEOs from large manufacturing companies were at the White House Thursday to discuss ways to create jobs. Steve Inskeep speaks with Jay Timmons of the National Association of Manufacturers.
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CEOs from large manufacturing companies were at the White House Thursday to discuss ways to create jobs. Steve Inskeep speaks with Jay Timmons of the National Association of Manufacturers.
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NPR News: Indian Community In Kansas Shaken By Shooting
Indian Community In Kansas Shaken By Shooting
A man reportedly shouted, "Get out of my country," and shot two men who are originally from India at a Kansas sports bar. One of the victims died, and a third man was shot trying to stop the shooting.
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A man reportedly shouted, "Get out of my country," and shot two men who are originally from India at a Kansas sports bar. One of the victims died, and a third man was shot trying to stop the shooting.
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NPR News: Explaining Trump's New Type Of Conservatism At CPAC
Explaining Trump's New Type Of Conservatism At CPAC
Trump's new type of conservatism is on display at the Conservative Political Action Conference. David Greene talks with Chris Buskirk of the pro-Trump website American Greatness about the event.
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Trump's new type of conservatism is on display at the Conservative Political Action Conference. David Greene talks with Chris Buskirk of the pro-Trump website American Greatness about the event.
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NPR News: Rep. Jeb Hensarling Calls Consumer Financial Protection Bureau A 'Rogue Agency'
Rep. Jeb Hensarling Calls Consumer Financial Protection Bureau A 'Rogue Agency'
Steve Inskeep talks with Republican Rep. Jeb Hensarling, who says the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau "must go" and is unaccountable. The agency was created after the financial crisis of 2008.
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Steve Inskeep talks with Republican Rep. Jeb Hensarling, who says the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau "must go" and is unaccountable. The agency was created after the financial crisis of 2008.
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NPR News: Rep. Chaffetz Says Town Hall Protesters 'Intimidate And Bully People'
Rep. Chaffetz Says Town Hall Protesters 'Intimidate And Bully People'
Utah Republican Rep. Jason Chaffetz talks with Steve Inskeep about why he has declined to investigate President Trump's conflicts of interest, and responds to his raucous reception at a town hall.
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Utah Republican Rep. Jason Chaffetz talks with Steve Inskeep about why he has declined to investigate President Trump's conflicts of interest, and responds to his raucous reception at a town hall.
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NPR News: Overwhelmed Courts Could Limit Impact Of Adding Immigration Officers
Overwhelmed Courts Could Limit Impact Of Adding Immigration Officers
Much attention has been given to President Trump's plans for enforcing immigration laws, but not much has been said about how deportations might affect an already-stressed immigration court system.
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Much attention has been given to President Trump's plans for enforcing immigration laws, but not much has been said about how deportations might affect an already-stressed immigration court system.
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NPR News: Indiana's Claims About Its Medicaid Experiment Don't All Check Out
Indiana's Claims About Its Medicaid Experiment Don't All Check Out
Indiana's health program for low-income people is experimental, and needs federal approval to continue. The state says its program is working, but some claims lack much-needed context.
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Indiana's health program for low-income people is experimental, and needs federal approval to continue. The state says its program is working, but some claims lack much-needed context.
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NPR News: A Postcard From Rio De Janeiro As Brazil Begins Carnival
A Postcard From Rio De Janeiro As Brazil Begins Carnival
Friday marks the start of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. We set out to discover if Brazil's tradition of wild street parties and lavish costume parades is actually a form of collective therapy.
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Friday marks the start of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. We set out to discover if Brazil's tradition of wild street parties and lavish costume parades is actually a form of collective therapy.
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NPR News: Lawyer Calls For Fate Of Prisoners To Be Included In Syria Peace Talks
Lawyer Calls For Fate Of Prisoners To Be Included In Syria Peace Talks
Activists say more than 300,000 people have been detained over the course of Syria's civil war. A Syrian lawyer is trying to get the plight of detainees on the agenda at peace talks.
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Activists say more than 300,000 people have been detained over the course of Syria's civil war. A Syrian lawyer is trying to get the plight of detainees on the agenda at peace talks.
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NPR News: Attacks On Foreigners On The Rise In South Africa
Attacks On Foreigners On The Rise In South Africa
Attacks on foreigners and foreign-owned businesses are once again increasing in South Africa. Dozens were killed in similar waves of xenophobia in 2008 and 2015.
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Attacks on foreigners and foreign-owned businesses are once again increasing in South Africa. Dozens were killed in similar waves of xenophobia in 2008 and 2015.
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NPR News: A Postcard From Rio De Janeiro As Brazil Begins Carnival
A Postcard From Rio De Janeiro As Brazil Begins Carnival
Friday marks the start of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. We set out to discover if Brazil's tradition of wild street parties and lavish costume parades is actually a form of collective therapy.
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Friday marks the start of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. We set out to discover if Brazil's tradition of wild street parties and lavish costume parades is actually a form of collective therapy.
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NPR News: Lawyer Calls For Fate Of Prisoners To Be Included In Syria Peace Talks
Lawyer Calls For Fate Of Prisoners To Be Included In Syria Peace Talks
Activists say more than 300,000 people have been detained over the course of Syria's civil war. A Syrian lawyer is trying to get the plight of detainees on the agenda at peace talks.
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Activists say more than 300,000 people have been detained over the course of Syria's civil war. A Syrian lawyer is trying to get the plight of detainees on the agenda at peace talks.
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NPR News: Attacks On Foreigners On The Rise In South Africa
Attacks On Foreigners On The Rise In South Africa
Attacks on foreigners and foreign-owned businesses are once again increasing in South Africa. Dozens were killed in similar waves of xenophobia in 2008 and 2015.
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Attacks on foreigners and foreign-owned businesses are once again increasing in South Africa. Dozens were killed in similar waves of xenophobia in 2008 and 2015.
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NPR News: Tight Race For DNC Chair Narrows Ahead Of Weekend Vote
Tight Race For DNC Chair Narrows Ahead Of Weekend Vote
Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez won a key endorsement just days before Saturday's vote for the next DNC chair. Perez and Rep. Keith Ellison of Minnesota are the race's two front-runners.
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Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez won a key endorsement just days before Saturday's vote for the next DNC chair. Perez and Rep. Keith Ellison of Minnesota are the race's two front-runners.
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NPR News: Plan To Disrupt Immigration Raids Will Enlist Songs And Prayers
Plan To Disrupt Immigration Raids Will Enlist Songs And Prayers
Volunteers training to disrupt immigration raids are forming mobile sanctuaries in hopes that enforcement agents will honor a long-standing policy of not arresting people in those spaces.
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Volunteers training to disrupt immigration raids are forming mobile sanctuaries in hopes that enforcement agents will honor a long-standing policy of not arresting people in those spaces.
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NPR News: Chemical Weapon Found On Body Of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Chemical Weapon Found On Body Of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Malaysian police said VX nerve agent — classified as a weapon of mass destruction — was found on Kim Jong Nam's body. South Korea says North Korea ordered the hit.
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Malaysian police said VX nerve agent — classified as a weapon of mass destruction — was found on Kim Jong Nam's body. South Korea says North Korea ordered the hit.
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NPR News: Chemical Weapon Found On Body Of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Chemical Weapon Found On Body Of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Malaysian police said VX nerve agent — classified as a weapon of mass destruction — was found on Kim Jong Nam's body. South Korea says North Korea ordered the hit.
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Malaysian police said VX nerve agent — classified as a weapon of mass destruction — was found on Kim Jong Nam's body. South Korea says North Korea ordered the hit.
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