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NPR News: Brazil Levies Record $3.2 Billion Fine On Parent Of Meatpacking Giant
Brazil Levies Record $3.2 Billion Fine On Parent Of Meatpacking Giant
The holding company behind JBS has agreed to pay roughly $3.2 billion to authorities. The plea agreement implicated President Michel Temer in the vast corruption scandal now roiling the country.
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The holding company behind JBS has agreed to pay roughly $3.2 billion to authorities. The plea agreement implicated President Michel Temer in the vast corruption scandal now roiling the country.
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NPR News: Brazil Levies Record $3.2 Billion Fine On Parent Of Meatpacking Giant
Brazil Levies Record $3.2 Billion Fine On Parent Of Meatpacking Giant
The holding company behind JBS has agreed to pay roughly $3.2 billion to authorities. The plea agreement implicated President Michel Temer in the vast corruption scandal now roiling the country.
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The holding company behind JBS has agreed to pay roughly $3.2 billion to authorities. The plea agreement implicated President Michel Temer in the vast corruption scandal now roiling the country.
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NPR News: Kenyans Cheer Opening Of Mombasa-Nairobi Railway
Kenyans Cheer Opening Of Mombasa-Nairobi Railway
The line was financed with more than $3 billion borrowed from the Chinese government. A Chinese company built it, and a Chinese company will operate it for the first five years.
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The line was financed with more than $3 billion borrowed from the Chinese government. A Chinese company built it, and a Chinese company will operate it for the first five years.
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NPR News: Kenyans Cheer Opening Of Mombasa-Nairobi Railway
Kenyans Cheer Opening Of Mombasa-Nairobi Railway
The line was financed with more than $3 billion borrowed from the Chinese government. A Chinese company built it, and a Chinese company will operate it for the first five years.
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The line was financed with more than $3 billion borrowed from the Chinese government. A Chinese company built it, and a Chinese company will operate it for the first five years.
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NPR News: 'Pink Slime' Trial Begins, But It's The News Media Under The Microscope
'Pink Slime' Trial Begins, But It's The News Media Under The Microscope
The icky name refers to cow trimmings added to ground beef to lower its fat content. In 2012 ABC News revealed the practice. Now a beef company's defamation suit for those reports is finally in court.
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The icky name refers to cow trimmings added to ground beef to lower its fat content. In 2012 ABC News revealed the practice. Now a beef company's defamation suit for those reports is finally in court.
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NPR News: Ohio Sues 5 Major Drug Companies For 'Fueling Opioid Epidemic'
Ohio Sues 5 Major Drug Companies For 'Fueling Opioid Epidemic'
The state's attorney general filed the lawsuit Wednesday, alleging fraudulent marketing. "They knew they were wrong," Mike DeWine says, "but they did it anyway — and they continue to do it."
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The state's attorney general filed the lawsuit Wednesday, alleging fraudulent marketing. "They knew they were wrong," Mike DeWine says, "but they did it anyway — and they continue to do it."
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NPR News: Bahrain Court Orders Dissolution Of Country's Last Major Opposition Group
Bahrain Court Orders Dissolution Of Country's Last Major Opposition Group
The court order targets the secular National Democratic Action Society. Human rights groups are decrying the court order, saying it amounts to a de facto ban on all opposition in the country.
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The court order targets the secular National Democratic Action Society. Human rights groups are decrying the court order, saying it amounts to a de facto ban on all opposition in the country.
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NPR News: Bahrain Court Orders Dissolution Of Country's Last Major Opposition Group
Bahrain Court Orders Dissolution Of Country's Last Major Opposition Group
The court order targets the secular National Democratic Action Society. Human rights groups are decrying the court order, saying it amounts to a de facto ban on all opposition in the country.
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The court order targets the secular National Democratic Action Society. Human rights groups are decrying the court order, saying it amounts to a de facto ban on all opposition in the country.
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NPR News: Ohio Sues Drug Companies Over Role In Creating Opioid Epidemic
Ohio Sues Drug Companies Over Role In Creating Opioid Epidemic
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine about his decision to sue five pharmaceutical companies over their role in creating the current opioid epidemic.
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NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine about his decision to sue five pharmaceutical companies over their role in creating the current opioid epidemic.
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NPR News: Portland, Ore., Mayor Responds To Fallout From Train Murders
Portland, Ore., Mayor Responds To Fallout From Train Murders
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Portland, Ore., Mayor Ted Wheeler about the train killings and the state of racism and white supremacy in the city.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Portland, Ore., Mayor Ted Wheeler about the train killings and the state of racism and white supremacy in the city.
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NPR News: Prosecutors Protect Immigrants From Deportation For Minor Crimes
Prosecutors Protect Immigrants From Deportation For Minor Crimes
As the Trump administration continues its crackdown on illegal immigration, some prosecutors around the country are looking at ways to avoid prosecuting immigrants when a minor crime might lead to their deportation.
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As the Trump administration continues its crackdown on illegal immigration, some prosecutors around the country are looking at ways to avoid prosecuting immigrants when a minor crime might lead to their deportation.
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NPR News: Research Shows How PTSD Can Trigger Growth In Veterans
Research Shows How PTSD Can Trigger Growth In Veterans
Some troops return from war only to face a new fight — symptoms of PTSD. But everything that follows traumatic experiences isn't bad. In fact, research shows they can actually trigger growth.
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Some troops return from war only to face a new fight — symptoms of PTSD. But everything that follows traumatic experiences isn't bad. In fact, research shows they can actually trigger growth.
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NPR News: In Remote Southern California Desert, U.S. Army Tests Advanced Cyber Weapons
In Remote Southern California Desert, U.S. Army Tests Advanced Cyber Weapons
Soldiers at the remote Fort Irwin, Calif., center are training with a new generation of cyber weapons. Turns out, electronic gizmos can make a difference on a real life battlefield.
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Soldiers at the remote Fort Irwin, Calif., center are training with a new generation of cyber weapons. Turns out, electronic gizmos can make a difference on a real life battlefield.
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NPR News: Chief Climate Negotiator Warns Against Consequences Of Leaving Paris Accord
Chief Climate Negotiator Warns Against Consequences Of Leaving Paris Accord
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Todd Stern, former United States special envoy for climate change, about President Trump's likely withdrawal from the Paris climate accord. Stern led the negotiations for this deal.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Todd Stern, former United States special envoy for climate change, about President Trump's likely withdrawal from the Paris climate accord. Stern led the negotiations for this deal.
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NPR News: Jury Selection Begins In South Dakota 'Pink Slime' Defamation Lawsuit
Jury Selection Begins In South Dakota 'Pink Slime' Defamation Lawsuit
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks to University of Minnesota media law professor Jane Kirtley about the legal implications of the "pink slime" case in South Dakota, which begins jury selection Wednesday.
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NPR's Robert Siegel speaks to University of Minnesota media law professor Jane Kirtley about the legal implications of the "pink slime" case in South Dakota, which begins jury selection Wednesday.
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NPR News: Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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NPR News: President Trump Expected To Make Decision On Paris Climate Accord
President Trump Expected To Make Decision On Paris Climate Accord
President Trump is expected to make a decision regarding whether or not the U.S. will pull out of the Paris climate accord. NPR takes a look at the potential political and environmental impacts of leaving the agreement.
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President Trump is expected to make a decision regarding whether or not the U.S. will pull out of the Paris climate accord. NPR takes a look at the potential political and environmental impacts of leaving the agreement.
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NPR News: Seamus Heaney Poems Come To Life In Belfast, Ireland
Seamus Heaney Poems Come To Life In Belfast, Ireland
Poetry reviewer Tess Taylor has just spent the past semester teaching in Belfast, Ireland. She talks about how Seamus Heaney poems and visions of home swirled in her head.
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Poetry reviewer Tess Taylor has just spent the past semester teaching in Belfast, Ireland. She talks about how Seamus Heaney poems and visions of home swirled in her head.
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NPR News: Kabul Car Bomb Explosion Kills At Least 80, Wounds Hundreds
Kabul Car Bomb Explosion Kills At Least 80, Wounds Hundreds
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Reuters Afghanistan correspondent Josh Smith about Wednesday's terrorist attack in Kabul that killed at least 80 people. A bomb hidden in a truck went off during morning rush hour.
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NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Reuters Afghanistan correspondent Josh Smith about Wednesday's terrorist attack in Kabul that killed at least 80 people. A bomb hidden in a truck went off during morning rush hour.
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NPR News: Hungary Proposes Closing University Founded By Financier George Soros
Hungary Proposes Closing University Founded By Financier George Soros
The Hungarian government wants to close a university founded by the financier George Soros. Students and faculty have appealed to the U.S. for help, but some Republican lawmakers think Soros is the problem.
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The Hungarian government wants to close a university founded by the financier George Soros. Students and faculty have appealed to the U.S. for help, but some Republican lawmakers think Soros is the problem.
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NPR News: Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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NPR News: Seamus Heaney Poems Come To Life In Belfast, Ireland
Seamus Heaney Poems Come To Life In Belfast, Ireland
Poetry reviewer Tess Taylor has just spent the past semester teaching in Belfast, Ireland. She talks about how Seamus Heaney poems and visions of home swirled in her head.
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Poetry reviewer Tess Taylor has just spent the past semester teaching in Belfast, Ireland. She talks about how Seamus Heaney poems and visions of home swirled in her head.
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NPR News: Kabul Car Bomb Explosion Kills At Least 80, Wounds Hundreds
Kabul Car Bomb Explosion Kills At Least 80, Wounds Hundreds
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Reuters Afghanistan correspondent Josh Smith about Wednesday's terrorist attack in Kabul that killed at least 80 people. A bomb hidden in a truck went off during morning rush hour.
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NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Reuters Afghanistan correspondent Josh Smith about Wednesday's terrorist attack in Kabul that killed at least 80 people. A bomb hidden in a truck went off during morning rush hour.
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NPR News: Hungary Proposes Closing University Founded By Financier George Soros
Hungary Proposes Closing University Founded By Financier George Soros
The Hungarian government wants to close a university founded by the financier George Soros. Students and faculty have appealed to the U.S. for help, but some Republican lawmakers think Soros is the problem.
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The Hungarian government wants to close a university founded by the financier George Soros. Students and faculty have appealed to the U.S. for help, but some Republican lawmakers think Soros is the problem.
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NPR News: Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Chinese Labor Conditions Threaten Value Of Ivanka Trump's Brand
Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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Brand experts discuss whether news about labor conditions in China could have an impact on the value of Ivanka Trump's brands in the U.S.
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NASA TV Coverage Set for Return of Two Space Station Crew Members
Two crew members on the International Space Station are scheduled to depart the orbital outpost Friday, June 2. Coverage of their departure and return to Earth will air live on NASA Television and the agency’s website beginning Thursday, June 1, with the space station change of command ceremony.
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NPR News: Top 20 Percent Of Americans 'Hoard The American Dream'
Top 20 Percent Of Americans 'Hoard The American Dream'
Steve Inskeep speaks with Richard V. Reeves, author of the book Dream Hoarders, which argues that the wealthiest 20 percent of Americans unfairly grab opportunities for themselves and their children.
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Steve Inskeep speaks with Richard V. Reeves, author of the book Dream Hoarders, which argues that the wealthiest 20 percent of Americans unfairly grab opportunities for themselves and their children.
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NPR News: NASA Plans To Launch A Probe Next Year To 'Touch The Sun'
NASA Plans To Launch A Probe Next Year To 'Touch The Sun'
The small spacecraft is set to hurtle toward the sun at about 450,000 miles per hour. Scientists hope it will clear up some big mysteries, such as why the sun's atmosphere is hotter than its surface.
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The small spacecraft is set to hurtle toward the sun at about 450,000 miles per hour. Scientists hope it will clear up some big mysteries, such as why the sun's atmosphere is hotter than its surface.
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NPR News: In NYC, Activism Begins With Lessons In Theater
In NYC, Activism Begins With Lessons In Theater
Wielding techniques from the global Theatre of the Oppressed movement used to train activists, one group challenges people to think beyond labels.
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Wielding techniques from the global Theatre of the Oppressed movement used to train activists, one group challenges people to think beyond labels.
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NPR News: As Venezuela Enters 3rd Month Of Protests, Anti-Maduro Ire Finds New Target
As Venezuela Enters 3rd Month Of Protests, Anti-Maduro Ire Finds New Target
Goldman Sachs has been accused of giving President Nicolas Maduro a lifeline with a $2.8 bond deal. Meanwhile, in the streets of Venezuela, protests calling for his ouster show no sign of relenting.
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Goldman Sachs has been accused of giving President Nicolas Maduro a lifeline with a $2.8 bond deal. Meanwhile, in the streets of Venezuela, protests calling for his ouster show no sign of relenting.
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NPR News: As Venezuela Enters 3rd Month Of Protests, Anti-Maduro Ire Finds New Target
As Venezuela Enters 3rd Month Of Protests, Anti-Maduro Ire Finds New Target
Goldman Sachs has been accused of giving President Nicolas Maduro a lifeline with a $2.8 bond deal. Meanwhile, in the streets of Venezuela, protests calling for his ouster show no sign of relenting.
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Goldman Sachs has been accused of giving President Nicolas Maduro a lifeline with a $2.8 bond deal. Meanwhile, in the streets of Venezuela, protests calling for his ouster show no sign of relenting.
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NPR News: Do Tree-Climbing Goats Help Plant New Trees?
Do Tree-Climbing Goats Help Plant New Trees?
Goats eat a lot of argan tree fruit. But its seeds are big. A study looks at the manner of expulsion: poop or spit. And yes, it does matter when it comes to new tree growth.
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Goats eat a lot of argan tree fruit. But its seeds are big. A study looks at the manner of expulsion: poop or spit. And yes, it does matter when it comes to new tree growth.
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NPR News: Do Tree-Climbing Goats Help Plant New Trees?
Do Tree-Climbing Goats Help Plant New Trees?
Goats eat a lot of argan tree fruit. But its seeds are big. A study looks at the manner of expulsion: poop or spit. And yes, it does matter when it comes to new tree growth.
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Goats eat a lot of argan tree fruit. But its seeds are big. A study looks at the manner of expulsion: poop or spit. And yes, it does matter when it comes to new tree growth.
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NPR News: Chinese Activists Detained After Investigating Factory Making Ivanka Trump Shoes
Chinese Activists Detained After Investigating Factory Making Ivanka Trump Shoes
Two Chinese labor activists are missing, presumed to be detained by police. Another has been arrested. They were working undercover to document alleged labor abuses.
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Two Chinese labor activists are missing, presumed to be detained by police. Another has been arrested. They were working undercover to document alleged labor abuses.
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NPR News: Chinese Activists Detained After Investigating Factory Making Ivanka Trump Shoes
Chinese Activists Detained After Investigating Factory Making Ivanka Trump Shoes
Two Chinese labor activists are missing, presumed to be detained by police. Another has been arrested. They were working undercover to document alleged labor abuses.
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Two Chinese labor activists are missing, presumed to be detained by police. Another has been arrested. They were working undercover to document alleged labor abuses.
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NPR News: Trump Has Multiple Escape Routes From Paris Climate Accord
Trump Has Multiple Escape Routes From Paris Climate Accord
President Trump is nearing a decision on whether to pull out of the Paris climate agreement and has been meeting this week with competing voices in his Cabinet.
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President Trump is nearing a decision on whether to pull out of the Paris climate agreement and has been meeting this week with competing voices in his Cabinet.
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NPR News: Total Failure: The World's Worst Video Game
Total Failure: The World's Worst Video Game
In the late summer of 1982, one man worked around the clock to program the video game version of Steven Spielberg's E.T. in just five weeks. The result wasn't pretty.
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In the late summer of 1982, one man worked around the clock to program the video game version of Steven Spielberg's E.T. in just five weeks. The result wasn't pretty.
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NPR News: Manchester Bomber Bought Most Of Weapon's Parts By Himself, Police Say
Manchester Bomber Bought Most Of Weapon's Parts By Himself, Police Say
Police are still trying to find a distinctive blue suitcase Abedi was seen carrying as he moved around Manchester's city center.
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Police are still trying to find a distinctive blue suitcase Abedi was seen carrying as he moved around Manchester's city center.
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NPR News: Manchester Bomber Bought Most Of Weapon's Parts By Himself, Police Say
Manchester Bomber Bought Most Of Weapon's Parts By Himself, Police Say
Police are still trying to find a distinctive blue suitcase Abedi was seen carrying as he moved around Manchester's city center.
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Police are still trying to find a distinctive blue suitcase Abedi was seen carrying as he moved around Manchester's city center.
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NPR News: Misspellings, Mapped: America The How-Do-You-Spell-Beautiful?
Misspellings, Mapped: America The How-Do-You-Spell-Beautiful?
Just in time for the National Spelling Bee, Google published a map of the words people in each state have a hard time spelling. The results are not pretty. (And what's up with New Jersey?)
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Just in time for the National Spelling Bee, Google published a map of the words people in each state have a hard time spelling. The results are not pretty. (And what's up with New Jersey?)
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NPR News: Seeds Of Change: Mini Gardens Help Drive The Growth Of Food At Home
Seeds Of Change: Mini Gardens Help Drive The Growth Of Food At Home
Container kits, designed for urban living and planted with recipes already in mind, are appealing to people who are interested in home cooking, food-sourcing and the environment.
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Container kits, designed for urban living and planted with recipes already in mind, are appealing to people who are interested in home cooking, food-sourcing and the environment.
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NPR News: We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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NPR News: We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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NPR News: We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
We Asked, You Answered: Does U.S. Foreign Aid Raise Living Standards?
Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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Researchers are split on the issue. We asked our audience to weigh in.
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NPR News: Medicare Advantage Insurers Settle Whistleblower Suit For $32 Million
Medicare Advantage Insurers Settle Whistleblower Suit For $32 Million
A former medical director at two Florida insurance companies alleged the companies inflated fees by making patients appear sicker than they were or exaggerating the treatment that was provided.
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A former medical director at two Florida insurance companies alleged the companies inflated fees by making patients appear sicker than they were or exaggerating the treatment that was provided.
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NPR News: Trump Asks: Who Can Figure Out 'Covfefe?' — And The Internet's Hands Shoot Up
Trump Asks: Who Can Figure Out 'Covfefe?' — And The Internet's Hands Shoot Up
Among those who responded: Ric Flair. The covfefe kerfuffle is a new reminder that we're living in a unique political era, when even the words are brand new.
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Among those who responded: Ric Flair. The covfefe kerfuffle is a new reminder that we're living in a unique political era, when even the words are brand new.
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NPR News: Poll: Americans Increasingly Think Their Health Care Will Get Worse
Poll: Americans Increasingly Think Their Health Care Will Get Worse
A survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that about half of people now have a favorable view of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, while one-third prefer the Republican alternative.
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A survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that about half of people now have a favorable view of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, while one-third prefer the Republican alternative.
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NPR News: Trump Tweets U.S. Has A Massive Trade Deficit With Germany
Trump Tweets U.S. Has A Massive Trade Deficit With Germany
Rachel Martin talks to Constanze Stelzenmuller, who studies Germany and European foreign policy at the Brookings Institution, about what Trump's words mean for U.S.-German relations.
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Rachel Martin talks to Constanze Stelzenmuller, who studies Germany and European foreign policy at the Brookings Institution, about what Trump's words mean for U.S.-German relations.
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NPR News: Trump Tweets U.S. Has A Massive Trade Deficit With Germany
Trump Tweets U.S. Has A Massive Trade Deficit With Germany
Rachel Martin talks to Constanze Stelzenmuller, who studies Germany and European foreign policy at the Brookings Institution, about what Trump's words mean for U.S.-German relations.
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Rachel Martin talks to Constanze Stelzenmuller, who studies Germany and European foreign policy at the Brookings Institution, about what Trump's words mean for U.S.-German relations.
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NPR News: English Learners Were Hurt The Most When Texas Limited Special Education
English Learners Were Hurt The Most When Texas Limited Special Education
Texas has the lowest rate of children in special education in the country. A closer look at the numbers shows that English language learners are missing out the most.
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Texas has the lowest rate of children in special education in the country. A closer look at the numbers shows that English language learners are missing out the most.
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NPR News: Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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NPR News: Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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NPR News: Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
Activists Build Human Rights Abuse Cases With Help From Cellphone Videos
A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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A human rights group finds itself with an interesting problem — an overwhelming number of videos to catalogue as it builds legal cases. Computer scientists are creating tools to analyze the videos.
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NPR News: Massive Bomb Blast Reverberates Across Afghan Capital Kabul
Massive Bomb Blast Reverberates Across Afghan Capital Kabul
Dozens of people were killed and hundreds more wounded when the blast went off during morning rush hour. Steve Inskeep talks to Mujib Mashal, a correspondent for The New York Times, who's in Kabul.
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Dozens of people were killed and hundreds more wounded when the blast went off during morning rush hour. Steve Inskeep talks to Mujib Mashal, a correspondent for The New York Times, who's in Kabul.
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NPR News: Massive Bomb Blast Reverberates Across Afghan Capital Kabul
Massive Bomb Blast Reverberates Across Afghan Capital Kabul
Dozens of people were killed and hundreds more wounded when the blast went off during morning rush hour. Steve Inskeep talks to Mujib Mashal, a correspondent for The New York Times, who's in Kabul.
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Dozens of people were killed and hundreds more wounded when the blast went off during morning rush hour. Steve Inskeep talks to Mujib Mashal, a correspondent for The New York Times, who's in Kabul.
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NPR News: After 2 Months, Protests In Venezuela Show No Sign Of Ebbing
After 2 Months, Protests In Venezuela Show No Sign Of Ebbing
Tensions in Venezuela continue to escalate, and protests against President Nicolas Maduro show no sign of slowing down. Rachel Martin talks with Associated Press reporter Hannah Dreier in Caracas.
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Tensions in Venezuela continue to escalate, and protests against President Nicolas Maduro show no sign of slowing down. Rachel Martin talks with Associated Press reporter Hannah Dreier in Caracas.
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NPR News: Chinese Labor Activists Go Missing
Chinese Labor Activists Go Missing
Two Chinese labor activists are missing, and presumed to be detained by police. The two were investigating alleged labor abuses at a factory that makes shoes for Ivanka Trump's brands.
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Two Chinese labor activists are missing, and presumed to be detained by police. The two were investigating alleged labor abuses at a factory that makes shoes for Ivanka Trump's brands.
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NPR News: Rush Hour Bombing Kills Scores And Injures Hundreds In Kabul
Rush Hour Bombing Kills Scores And Injures Hundreds In Kabul
A car bomb exploded Wednesday morning in the heart of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, killing scores and injuring hundreds of people. Steve Inskeep talks with reporter Jennifer Glasse in Kabul.
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A car bomb exploded Wednesday morning in the heart of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, killing scores and injuring hundreds of people. Steve Inskeep talks with reporter Jennifer Glasse in Kabul.
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NPR News: Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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NPR News: U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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NPR News: Blocked By Russian Media, Opposition Takes To YouTube
Blocked By Russian Media, Opposition Takes To YouTube
The Kremlin controls all the national TV stations in Russia. So opposition leader Alexei Navalny has started his own channel on YouTube to get his message out to the Russian people.
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The Kremlin controls all the national TV stations in Russia. So opposition leader Alexei Navalny has started his own channel on YouTube to get his message out to the Russian people.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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NPR News: After 2 Months, Protests In Venezuela Show No Sign Of Ebbing
After 2 Months, Protests In Venezuela Show No Sign Of Ebbing
Tensions in Venezuela continue to escalate, and protests against President Nicolas Maduro show no sign of slowing down. Rachel Martin talks with Associated Press reporter Hannah Dreier in Caracas.
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Tensions in Venezuela continue to escalate, and protests against President Nicolas Maduro show no sign of slowing down. Rachel Martin talks with Associated Press reporter Hannah Dreier in Caracas.
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NPR News: Chinese Labor Activists Go Missing
Chinese Labor Activists Go Missing
Two Chinese labor activists are missing, and presumed to be detained by police. The two were investigating alleged labor abuses at a factory that makes shoes for Ivanka Trump's brands.
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Two Chinese labor activists are missing, and presumed to be detained by police. The two were investigating alleged labor abuses at a factory that makes shoes for Ivanka Trump's brands.
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NPR News: Rush Hour Bombing Kills Scores And Injures Hundreds In Kabul
Rush Hour Bombing Kills Scores And Injures Hundreds In Kabul
A car bomb exploded Wednesday morning in the heart of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, killing scores and injuring hundreds of people. Steve Inskeep talks with reporter Jennifer Glasse in Kabul.
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A car bomb exploded Wednesday morning in the heart of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, killing scores and injuring hundreds of people. Steve Inskeep talks with reporter Jennifer Glasse in Kabul.
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NPR News: Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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NPR News: U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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NPR News: Blocked By Russian Media, Opposition Takes To YouTube
Blocked By Russian Media, Opposition Takes To YouTube
The Kremlin controls all the national TV stations in Russia. So opposition leader Alexei Navalny has started his own channel on YouTube to get his message out to the Russian people.
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The Kremlin controls all the national TV stations in Russia. So opposition leader Alexei Navalny has started his own channel on YouTube to get his message out to the Russian people.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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NPR News: Blame The Top 20 Percent, Not The 1 Percent, Author Argues
Blame The Top 20 Percent, Not The 1 Percent, Author Argues
Steve Inskeep speaks with Richard V. Reeves, author of the book Dream Hoarders, which argues that the wealthiest 20 percent of Americans unfairly grab opportunities for themselves and their children.
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Steve Inskeep speaks with Richard V. Reeves, author of the book Dream Hoarders, which argues that the wealthiest 20 percent of Americans unfairly grab opportunities for themselves and their children.
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NPR News: Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
Illegal Border Crossings Are Down, And So Is Business For Smugglers
The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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The complex business of crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without papers is changing profoundly. Here are the stories of human smugglers in Mexico and would-be immigrants looking to illegally cross.
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NPR News: U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
U.N. Official Says Pulling Out Of Paris Climate Deal Will Cost Jobs
Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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Steve Inskeep talks with U.N. Environment chief Erik Solheim, who says the U.S. would lose out on green jobs if President Trump pulls out of the Paris climate agreement.
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NPR News: Former Prosecutor On Why He Supports Mandatory Minimums
Former Prosecutor On Why He Supports Mandatory Minimums
Attorney General Sessions told federal prosecutors to seek the harshest penalties possible against defendants. Former federal prosecutor Bill Otis tells Rachel Martin why he supports the guidelines.
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Attorney General Sessions told federal prosecutors to seek the harshest penalties possible against defendants. Former federal prosecutor Bill Otis tells Rachel Martin why he supports the guidelines.
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NPR News: Poll Shows Americans Think Their Health Care Will Get Worse
Poll Shows Americans Think Their Health Care Will Get Worse
A new poll shows only about a third of Americans like the Republican health care plan passed by the House this month.
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A new poll shows only about a third of Americans like the Republican health care plan passed by the House this month.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
Morning News Brief: Americans Pessimistic About GOP Health Care, U.S.-German Tensions
A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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A new poll shows Americans are pessimistic about repealing the Affordable Care Act. Ingo Zamperoni of ARD news discusses U.S.-German relations. And a labor activist in China has gone missing.
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NPR News: New Rules May Make Online Health Insurance Sales Simpler
New Rules May Make Online Health Insurance Sales Simpler
A rules change lets insurers and brokers sell health coverage on the federal exchange directly. That should be easier, but also raises questions about whether customers get unbiased information.
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A rules change lets insurers and brokers sell health coverage on the federal exchange directly. That should be easier, but also raises questions about whether customers get unbiased information.
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NPR News: Scores Dead, Hundreds Injured In Kabul Car Bombing
Scores Dead, Hundreds Injured In Kabul Car Bombing
The blast hit during the morning rush hour in an Afghan neighborhood that is home to several embassies and is not far from the presidential palace.
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The blast hit during the morning rush hour in an Afghan neighborhood that is home to several embassies and is not far from the presidential palace.
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NPR News: Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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NPR News: Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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NPR News: Scores Dead, Hundreds Injured In Kabul Car Bombing
Scores Dead, Hundreds Injured In Kabul Car Bombing
The blast hit during the morning rush hour in a neighborhood that is home to several embassies and is not far from the presidential palace.
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The blast hit during the morning rush hour in a neighborhood that is home to several embassies and is not far from the presidential palace.
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NPR News: Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
Wary Of North Korea, U.S. Destroys Mock Warhead Over The Pacific
The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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The Pentagon says its interceptor shot down a missile similar to the type that North Korea could someday use to threaten the United States.
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Tuesday, 30 May 2017
NPR News: CBS' Scott Pelley Out As Evening News Anchor, Shifted To '60 Minutes'
CBS' Scott Pelley Out As Evening News Anchor, Shifted To '60 Minutes'
It's unclear how fully Pelley embraced the plan or its timing. His newscast lost 9 percent of its audience from a year ago, despite high interest in the news. CBS has not announced a replacement.
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It's unclear how fully Pelley embraced the plan or its timing. His newscast lost 9 percent of its audience from a year ago, despite high interest in the news. CBS has not announced a replacement.
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NPR News: Michael Flynn To Turn Over Some Subpoenaed Documents To Senate Committee
Michael Flynn To Turn Over Some Subpoenaed Documents To Senate Committee
President Trump's former national security adviser had declined to cooperate, invoking his right to avoid self-incrimination. A source close to Flynn says he will provide some business records.
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President Trump's former national security adviser had declined to cooperate, invoking his right to avoid self-incrimination. A source close to Flynn says he will provide some business records.
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NPR News: White Supremacist Arraigned For Portland, Ore., Train Murders
White Supremacist Arraigned For Portland, Ore., Train Murders
The Portland man accused of killing two men after they stood up to him as he shouted anti-Muslim hate speech was arraigned Tuesday. Jeremy Christian stabbed the men as they defended two young women.
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The Portland man accused of killing two men after they stood up to him as he shouted anti-Muslim hate speech was arraigned Tuesday. Jeremy Christian stabbed the men as they defended two young women.
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NPR News: Former Panamanian Dictator And CIA Informant Manuel Noriega Dies
Former Panamanian Dictator And CIA Informant Manuel Noriega Dies
Former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega is being remembered as a shrewd CIA operative and a ruthless drug trafficker. He died Monday night in Panama at the age of 83.
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Former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega is being remembered as a shrewd CIA operative and a ruthless drug trafficker. He died Monday night in Panama at the age of 83.
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NPR News: Former Panamanian Dictator And CIA Informant Manuel Noriega Dies
Former Panamanian Dictator And CIA Informant Manuel Noriega Dies
Former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega is being remembered as a shrewd CIA operative and a ruthless drug trafficker. He died Monday night in Panama at the age of 83.
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Former Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega is being remembered as a shrewd CIA operative and a ruthless drug trafficker. He died Monday night in Panama at the age of 83.
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NPR News: N.J. Town Must Pay Islamic Group $3.25 Million To Settle Discrimination Lawsuit
N.J. Town Must Pay Islamic Group $3.25 Million To Settle Discrimination Lawsuit
As part of the settlement of a separate Justice Department lawsuit, the Islamic Society of Basking Ridge will be allowed to move forward with its plans to build a mosque, ending a yearslong dispute.
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As part of the settlement of a separate Justice Department lawsuit, the Islamic Society of Basking Ridge will be allowed to move forward with its plans to build a mosque, ending a yearslong dispute.
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NPR News: From Pez To Ticks, 'Atlas Obscura' Discovers 'Wonderfully Specific' Museums
From Pez To Ticks, 'Atlas Obscura' Discovers 'Wonderfully Specific' Museums
People often become obsessed with collecting certain types of objects and then, before you know it, they have the basis for what writer Molly McBride Jacobson calls a "wonderfully specific museum."
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People often become obsessed with collecting certain types of objects and then, before you know it, they have the basis for what writer Molly McBride Jacobson calls a "wonderfully specific museum."
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NPR News: Hungarian Prime Minister Works To Turn Public Opinion Against NGOs
Hungarian Prime Minister Works To Turn Public Opinion Against NGOs
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government is trying to shut down nongovernmental organizations by turning Hungarian public opinion against them. It's the latest in a series of actions in recent months aimed at creating what Orban calls an "illiberal state."
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government is trying to shut down nongovernmental organizations by turning Hungarian public opinion against them. It's the latest in a series of actions in recent months aimed at creating what Orban calls an "illiberal state."
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NPR News: In The Philippines, Government Forces Battle ISIS-Linked Militants
In The Philippines, Government Forces Battle ISIS-Linked Militants
Militants linked to the Islamic State are still battling government forces in Marawi City on the island of Mindanao. Since the fighting began a week ago, more than 90 people have been killed. Analysts are wondering why it's taking so long to dislodge the militants, and what that might mean for regional stability.
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Militants linked to the Islamic State are still battling government forces in Marawi City on the island of Mindanao. Since the fighting began a week ago, more than 90 people have been killed. Analysts are wondering why it's taking so long to dislodge the militants, and what that might mean for regional stability.
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NPR News: 13 Reasons Why Not: Michigan Teens Talk Honestly About Suicide
13 Reasons Why Not: Michigan Teens Talk Honestly About Suicide
The popular Netflix show 13 Reasons Why is about a teen who commits suicide. Youth Radio brings us the story of one Michigan high school's project called 13 Reasons Why Not. It features 13 stories of students overcoming their struggles.
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The popular Netflix show 13 Reasons Why is about a teen who commits suicide. Youth Radio brings us the story of one Michigan high school's project called 13 Reasons Why Not. It features 13 stories of students overcoming their struggles.
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NPR News: Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Minnesota Officer Charged In Philando Castile's Death
Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Minnesota Officer Charged In Philando Castile's Death
Jury selection begins Tuesday in the trial of the Minnesota police officer charged with fatally shooting motorist Philando Castile. The aftermath of the shooting was streamed on Facebook Live.
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Jury selection begins Tuesday in the trial of the Minnesota police officer charged with fatally shooting motorist Philando Castile. The aftermath of the shooting was streamed on Facebook Live.
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NPR News: College Access Index Shows Shrinking Levels Of Economic Diversity
College Access Index Shows Shrinking Levels Of Economic Diversity
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with New York Times columnist David Leonhardt about how this year's college access index shows that economic diversity is shrinking at American colleges.
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NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with New York Times columnist David Leonhardt about how this year's college access index shows that economic diversity is shrinking at American colleges.
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NPR News: College Art Professor Challenges Students To Build Insect Motels
College Art Professor Challenges Students To Build Insect Motels
A concerned University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee art instructor challenged her students to construct insect motels out of natural, untreated materials. Each motel must provide an appropriate habitat for a particular insect and attract human interest too, as each has a QR Code with information about why that bug or bee matters in nature and needs to be nurtured. Nearly 100 are installed in a state park overlooking Lake Michigan in downtown Milwaukee.
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A concerned University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee art instructor challenged her students to construct insect motels out of natural, untreated materials. Each motel must provide an appropriate habitat for a particular insect and attract human interest too, as each has a QR Code with information about why that bug or bee matters in nature and needs to be nurtured. Nearly 100 are installed in a state park overlooking Lake Michigan in downtown Milwaukee.
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NPR News: Portland Train Murders Highlight Oregon's History Of White Supremacy
Portland Train Murders Highlight Oregon's History Of White Supremacy
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Randy Blazak, chair of the Oregon Coalition Against Hate Crime, about the state of white supremacy in the Portland area and the state of Oregon.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Randy Blazak, chair of the Oregon Coalition Against Hate Crime, about the state of white supremacy in the Portland area and the state of Oregon.
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NPR News: White Supremacist Accused In Portland, Ore., Train Killings Set To Be Arraigned
White Supremacist Accused In Portland, Ore., Train Killings Set To Be Arraigned
The Portland, Ore., man accused of killing two men after they stood up to him as he shouted anti-Muslim hate speech is set to be arraigned on Tuesday.
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The Portland, Ore., man accused of killing two men after they stood up to him as he shouted anti-Muslim hate speech is set to be arraigned on Tuesday.
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NPR News: New Orleans Charter School Creates 'Trauma Informed' Discipline Model
New Orleans Charter School Creates 'Trauma Informed' Discipline Model
Many students at Crocker College Prep, an elementary charter school in New Orleans, suffer from trauma. The school has changed it's discipline model from "no excuses" to "trauma informed" because the old way of doing things wasn't working in a place where children suffer from PTSD at three times the rate of children nationally.
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Many students at Crocker College Prep, an elementary charter school in New Orleans, suffer from trauma. The school has changed it's discipline model from "no excuses" to "trauma informed" because the old way of doing things wasn't working in a place where children suffer from PTSD at three times the rate of children nationally.
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NPR News: Dodd-Frank Replacement Bill Gives 'Free Pass' To Payday Lenders
Dodd-Frank Replacement Bill Gives 'Free Pass' To Payday Lenders
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to David Lazarus of the Los Angeles Times about his column describing a section near the end of the Financial Choice Act — Dodd-Frank Act replacement — that would protect payday and car title lenders from federal oversight. The House may vote on the legislation within the next two weeks.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to David Lazarus of the Los Angeles Times about his column describing a section near the end of the Financial Choice Act — Dodd-Frank Act replacement — that would protect payday and car title lenders from federal oversight. The House may vote on the legislation within the next two weeks.
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NPR News: National Security Experts Divided In Response To White House Leaks
National Security Experts Divided In Response To White House Leaks
Washington has been springing more leaks during the nascent Trump presidency than it has for years. Some are coming from officials alarmed by Trump and his entourage. Trump and his supporters are demanding they be ferreted out and prosecuted. But other big leaks — ones that experts say truly could affect national security — appear to be coming from Trump himself, who can spill state secrets with judicial impunity.
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Washington has been springing more leaks during the nascent Trump presidency than it has for years. Some are coming from officials alarmed by Trump and his entourage. Trump and his supporters are demanding they be ferreted out and prosecuted. But other big leaks — ones that experts say truly could affect national security — appear to be coming from Trump himself, who can spill state secrets with judicial impunity.
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NPR News: White House Communications Director Resigns Amid Rumors Of Staff Changes
White House Communications Director Resigns Amid Rumors Of Staff Changes
The White House communications director has resigned. The move comes amid rumors of other possible staff changes, as the White House grapples with how to deal with the ongoing Russia investigations.
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The White House communications director has resigned. The move comes amid rumors of other possible staff changes, as the White House grapples with how to deal with the ongoing Russia investigations.
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NPR News: Hungarian Prime Minister Works To Turn Public Opinion Against NGOs
Hungarian Prime Minister Works To Turn Public Opinion Against NGOs
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government is trying to shut down nongovernmental organizations by turning Hungarian public opinion against them. It's the latest in a series of actions in recent months aimed at creating what Orban calls an "illiberal state."
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government is trying to shut down nongovernmental organizations by turning Hungarian public opinion against them. It's the latest in a series of actions in recent months aimed at creating what Orban calls an "illiberal state."
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NPR News: In The Philippines, Government Forces Battle ISIS-Linked Militants
In The Philippines, Government Forces Battle ISIS-Linked Militants
Militants linked to the Islamic State are still battling government forces in Marawi City on the island of Mindanao. Since the fighting began a week ago, more than 90 people have been killed. Analysts are wondering why it's taking so long to dislodge the militants, and what that might mean for regional stability.
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Militants linked to the Islamic State are still battling government forces in Marawi City on the island of Mindanao. Since the fighting began a week ago, more than 90 people have been killed. Analysts are wondering why it's taking so long to dislodge the militants, and what that might mean for regional stability.
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NPR News: For A Few Hours, A Sculpted Dog Was Urinating On The 'Fearless Girl'
For A Few Hours, A Sculpted Dog Was Urinating On The 'Fearless Girl'
The statue of a defiant girl has confronted Wall Street's Charging Bull for months, much to the chagrin of the bull's sculptor. Briefly Monday, another sculptor made clear which side he's on.
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The statue of a defiant girl has confronted Wall Street's Charging Bull for months, much to the chagrin of the bull's sculptor. Briefly Monday, another sculptor made clear which side he's on.
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NPR News: Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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NPR News: Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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NPR News: Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump Is Worried About The Trade Deficit With Germany. He Shouldn't Be
Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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Trump tweeted on Tuesday that the U.S. has a "MASSIVE" trade deficit with Germany that is "very bad for the U.S." But this isn't at all the right way to think about trade deficits.
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NPR News: The 'Best Of' Frank Deford, According To Frank Deford
The 'Best Of' Frank Deford, According To Frank Deford
It's hard to distill 37 years of Frank Deford's sports commentaries down to a few "best of" pieces. But before he retired, he shared some of his favorites with us, and, here, we share them with you.
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It's hard to distill 37 years of Frank Deford's sports commentaries down to a few "best of" pieces. But before he retired, he shared some of his favorites with us, and, here, we share them with you.
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NPR News: A Music Video's Message Of Religious Tolerance Runs Into Criticism
A Music Video's Message Of Religious Tolerance Runs Into Criticism
With lines like "Let's bomb hatred with love," a Kuwaiti company's holiday video is being praised for urging peace. But critics say it shouldn't include a famous young victim of airstrikes in Syria.
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With lines like "Let's bomb hatred with love," a Kuwaiti company's holiday video is being praised for urging peace. But critics say it shouldn't include a famous young victim of airstrikes in Syria.
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NPR News: A Music Video's Message Of Religious Tolerance Runs Into Criticism
A Music Video's Message Of Religious Tolerance Runs Into Criticism
With lines like "Let's bomb hatred with love," a Kuwaiti company's holiday video is being praised for urging peace. But critics say it shouldn't include a famous young victim of airstrikes in Syria.
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With lines like "Let's bomb hatred with love," a Kuwaiti company's holiday video is being praised for urging peace. But critics say it shouldn't include a famous young victim of airstrikes in Syria.
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NPR News: How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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NPR News: How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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NPR News: How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
How The U.S. Military Used Guns N' Roses To Make A Dictator Give Up
Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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Panama's dictator, Manuel Noriega, surrendered to the invading U.S. military in 1989. Holed up at the Vatican Embassy, and gave up after being subjected to days of deafening music.
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NPR News: Watch Live: White House Briefing Amid Reports Of Staff Changes, Russia Developments
Watch Live: White House Briefing Amid Reports Of Staff Changes, Russia Developments
Press secretary Sean Spicer is speaking to reporters after President Trump's return from his first trip abroad.
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Press secretary Sean Spicer is speaking to reporters after President Trump's return from his first trip abroad.
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NPR News: Officer Who Killed Tamir Rice Fired For Rule Violations On Job Application
Officer Who Killed Tamir Rice Fired For Rule Violations On Job Application
Timothy Loehmann, the Cleveland police officer who shot and killed the 12-year-old in 2014, omitted key details "on his personal history statement." His partner was suspended for 10 days.
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Timothy Loehmann, the Cleveland police officer who shot and killed the 12-year-old in 2014, omitted key details "on his personal history statement." His partner was suspended for 10 days.
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NASA to Announce New Astronaut Class on June 7
After evaluating a record number of applications, NASA will introduce its new astronaut candidates at 2 p.m. EDT Wednesday, June 7, from the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
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NPR News: After Stabbing, Portland's Mayor Wants 2 Right-Wing Demonstrations Canceled
After Stabbing, Portland's Mayor Wants 2 Right-Wing Demonstrations Canceled
On Friday, a man yelled hate speech and stabbed three men, according to police. Now Portland's mayor says a pro-Trump rally and anti-Muslim march should be denied permits; the Oregon ACLU disagrees.
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On Friday, a man yelled hate speech and stabbed three men, according to police. Now Portland's mayor says a pro-Trump rally and anti-Muslim march should be denied permits; the Oregon ACLU disagrees.
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NPR News: After Stabbing, Portland's Mayor Wants 2 Right-Wing Demonstrations Cancelled
After Stabbing, Portland's Mayor Wants 2 Right-Wing Demonstrations Cancelled
On Friday, a man yelled hate speech and stabbed three men, according to police. Now Portland's mayor says a pro-Trump rally and anti-Muslim march should be denied permits; the Oregon ACLU disagrees.
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On Friday, a man yelled hate speech and stabbed three men, according to police. Now Portland's mayor says a pro-Trump rally and anti-Muslim march should be denied permits; the Oregon ACLU disagrees.
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NPR News: Opinion: My First-Nations Identity Feels More Like An Absence
Opinion: My First-Nations Identity Feels More Like An Absence
Indigenous stories are ongoing, not simply legends from the past. I don't want my students to have the distorted idea that First Nations people have vanished or are not "modern."
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Indigenous stories are ongoing, not simply legends from the past. I don't want my students to have the distorted idea that First Nations people have vanished or are not "modern."
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NPR News: Opinion: My First-Nations Identity Feels More Like An Absence
Opinion: My First-Nations Identity Feels More Like An Absence
Indigenous stories are ongoing, not simply legends from the past. I don't want my students to have the distorted idea that First Nations people have vanished or are not "modern."
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Indigenous stories are ongoing, not simply legends from the past. I don't want my students to have the distorted idea that First Nations people have vanished or are not "modern."
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NPR News: Are State Rules For Treating Sepsis Really Saving Lives?
Are State Rules For Treating Sepsis Really Saving Lives?
Some states dictate how doctors must treat this life-threatening reaction to infection, and early intervention is helping. But scientific evidence may be changing too rapidly for the rules to keep up.
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Some states dictate how doctors must treat this life-threatening reaction to infection, and early intervention is helping. But scientific evidence may be changing too rapidly for the rules to keep up.
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NPR News: Cyclone Hits Bangladesh, Destroying Huts Sheltering Rohingya Refugees
Cyclone Hits Bangladesh, Destroying Huts Sheltering Rohingya Refugees
Some 350,000 people reportedly were evacuated from their homes before Cyclone Mora made landfall. The worst damage was at refugee camps housing thousands who fled neighboring Myanmar.
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Some 350,000 people reportedly were evacuated from their homes before Cyclone Mora made landfall. The worst damage was at refugee camps housing thousands who fled neighboring Myanmar.
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NPR News: Cyclone Hits Bangladesh, Destroying Huts Sheltering Rohingya Refugees
Cyclone Hits Bangladesh, Destroying Huts Sheltering Rohingya Refugees
Some 350,000 people reportedly were evacuated from their homes before Cyclone Mora made landfall. The worst damage was at refugee camps housing thousands who fled neighboring Myanmar.
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Some 350,000 people reportedly were evacuated from their homes before Cyclone Mora made landfall. The worst damage was at refugee camps housing thousands who fled neighboring Myanmar.
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NPR News: Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant To Shut Down In 2019
Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant To Shut Down In 2019
The company that owns the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, site of the worst nuclear disaster in U.S. history, says the facility will be closed unless the state of Pennsylvania decides to bail it out.
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The company that owns the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, site of the worst nuclear disaster in U.S. history, says the facility will be closed unless the state of Pennsylvania decides to bail it out.
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NPR News: Somaliland Wants To Make One Thing Clear: It Is NOT Somalia
Somaliland Wants To Make One Thing Clear: It Is NOT Somalia
The breakaway republic has not received international recognition. Its foreign minister says that's slowing down delivery of aid to the drought-stricken territory.
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The breakaway republic has not received international recognition. Its foreign minister says that's slowing down delivery of aid to the drought-stricken territory.
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NPR News: Somaliland Wants To Make One Thing Clear: It Is NOT Somalia
Somaliland Wants To Make One Thing Clear: It Is NOT Somalia
The breakaway republic has not received international recognition. Its foreign minister says that's slowing down delivery of aid to the drought-stricken territory.
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The breakaway republic has not received international recognition. Its foreign minister says that's slowing down delivery of aid to the drought-stricken territory.
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NPR News: Proposals Aim To Combat Discrimination Based On Salary History
Proposals Aim To Combat Discrimination Based On Salary History
Several states and cities are considering measures that would bar employers from asking job candidates about their prior salary. The bills are seen helping narrow the pay gap for women and minorities.
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Several states and cities are considering measures that would bar employers from asking job candidates about their prior salary. The bills are seen helping narrow the pay gap for women and minorities.
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NPR News: Cyclone Mora's Strong Winds And Rain Make Landfall In Bangladesh
Cyclone Mora's Strong Winds And Rain Make Landfall In Bangladesh
As many as a million people were warned to leave their homes in Bangladesh as Cyclone Mora hits land. A few days ago, before it was strong enough to be a cyclone, it dumped heavy rain on Sri Lanka.
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As many as a million people were warned to leave their homes in Bangladesh as Cyclone Mora hits land. A few days ago, before it was strong enough to be a cyclone, it dumped heavy rain on Sri Lanka.
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NPR News: Cyclone Mora's Strong Winds And Rain Make Landfall In Bangladesh
Cyclone Mora's Strong Winds And Rain Make Landfall In Bangladesh
As many as a million people were warned to leave their homes in Bangladesh as Cyclone Mora hits land. A few days ago, before it was strong enough to be a cyclone, it dumped heavy rain on Sri Lanka.
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As many as a million people were warned to leave their homes in Bangladesh as Cyclone Mora hits land. A few days ago, before it was strong enough to be a cyclone, it dumped heavy rain on Sri Lanka.
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NPR News: Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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NPR News: Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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NPR News: Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
Australia Plans To Deny Passports To Child Sex Offenders
The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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The legislation is "the toughest crackdown on child sex tourism by any government," Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said. In 2016, some 800 registered child sex offenders went overseas from Australia.
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NPR News: Not Wanting To Be Overshadowed By China, Vietnam Reaches Out To U.S.
Not Wanting To Be Overshadowed By China, Vietnam Reaches Out To U.S.
President Trump this week hosts the Vietnamese prime minister at the White House. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Michalak, who once served as the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam.
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President Trump this week hosts the Vietnamese prime minister at the White House. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Michalak, who once served as the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam.
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NPR News: Not Wanting To Be Overshadowed By China, Vietnam Reaches Out To U.S.
Not Wanting To Be Overshadowed By China, Vietnam Reaches Out To U.S.
President Trump this week hosts the Vietnamese prime minister at the White House. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Michalak, who once served as the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam.
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President Trump this week hosts the Vietnamese prime minister at the White House. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Michalak, who once served as the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam.
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NPR News: States Fear Price Of New Zika Vaccine Will Be More Than They Can Pay
States Fear Price Of New Zika Vaccine Will Be More Than They Can Pay
The vaccine against Zika vaccine was developed by the Army, with the government paying for clinical trials, too. Health officials want to be sure drugmaker Sanofi Pasteur doesn't make it unaffordable.
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The vaccine against Zika vaccine was developed by the Army, with the government paying for clinical trials, too. Health officials want to be sure drugmaker Sanofi Pasteur doesn't make it unaffordable.
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NPR News: News Brief: Texas Legislative Term Ends, Trial Begins In Minn. Police Shooting
News Brief: Texas Legislative Term Ends, Trial Begins In Minn. Police Shooting
Texas politicians accused each other of making threats. In Minnesota, jury selection is to begin Tuesday in the trial of a police officer charged with killing a driver during a controversial shooting.
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Texas politicians accused each other of making threats. In Minnesota, jury selection is to begin Tuesday in the trial of a police officer charged with killing a driver during a controversial shooting.
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NPR News: Suspect In Portland Attack Set To Appear In Court
Suspect In Portland Attack Set To Appear In Court
The attack happened on a light rail train in Portland, Ore., when three men intervened after the suspect shouted hate speech at two teenage girls, one wearing a hijab. Two of the men died.
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The attack happened on a light rail train in Portland, Ore., when three men intervened after the suspect shouted hate speech at two teenage girls, one wearing a hijab. Two of the men died.
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NPR News: Mass Incarceration Is A Major U.S. Issue, Georgetown Law Professor Says
Mass Incarceration Is A Major U.S. Issue, Georgetown Law Professor Says
Rachel Martin talks to Georgetown University Law professor Paul Butler about the ongoing and new challenges facing the nation regarding the criminal justice system.
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Rachel Martin talks to Georgetown University Law professor Paul Butler about the ongoing and new challenges facing the nation regarding the criminal justice system.
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NPR News: President Trump Moves Closer To His Stated Goal Of Repealing Dodd-Frank
President Trump Moves Closer To His Stated Goal Of Repealing Dodd-Frank
When a House panel approved the Financial Choice Act, it helped Trump advance repealing Dodd-Frank. Steve Inskeep talks to David Wessel, director of the Brookings Institution's Hutchins Center.
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When a House panel approved the Financial Choice Act, it helped Trump advance repealing Dodd-Frank. Steve Inskeep talks to David Wessel, director of the Brookings Institution's Hutchins Center.
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NPR News: Displaced By War, A New Apartment Means Leaving Friends Behind
Displaced By War, A New Apartment Means Leaving Friends Behind
The government of the Republic of Georgia, resettled those displaced by war in crumbling apartments. Now that they're getting new homes, what happens to the sense of community that survivors forged?
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The government of the Republic of Georgia, resettled those displaced by war in crumbling apartments. Now that they're getting new homes, what happens to the sense of community that survivors forged?
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NPR News: Displaced By War, A New Apartment Means Leaving Friends Behind
Displaced By War, A New Apartment Means Leaving Friends Behind
The government of the Republic of Georgia, resettled those displaced by war in crumbling apartments. Now that they're getting new homes, what happens to the sense of community that survivors forged?
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The government of the Republic of Georgia, resettled those displaced by war in crumbling apartments. Now that they're getting new homes, what happens to the sense of community that survivors forged?
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NPR News: Ousted Panamanian Military Leader Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
Ousted Panamanian Military Leader Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
General Manuel Noriega, who was de facto leader of Panama before his ouster by U.S. troops in 1989, has died. Noreiga was brought to the U.S. where he was tried and imprisoned for drug trafficking.
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General Manuel Noriega, who was de facto leader of Panama before his ouster by U.S. troops in 1989, has died. Noreiga was brought to the U.S. where he was tried and imprisoned for drug trafficking.
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NPR News: Ousted Panamanian Military Leader Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
Ousted Panamanian Military Leader Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
General Manuel Noriega, who was de facto leader of Panama before his ouster by U.S. troops in 1989, has died. Noreiga was brought to the U.S. where he was tried and imprisoned for drug trafficking.
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General Manuel Noriega, who was de facto leader of Panama before his ouster by U.S. troops in 1989, has died. Noreiga was brought to the U.S. where he was tried and imprisoned for drug trafficking.
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NPR News: U.S. Demands Cambodia Repay Loan From Vietnam War Era
U.S. Demands Cambodia Repay Loan From Vietnam War Era
Cambodia owes more than $500 million for when the nation borrowed to help feed refugees impacted by the war. The U.S. helped create many of those refugees through its bombing of eastern Cambodia.
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Cambodia owes more than $500 million for when the nation borrowed to help feed refugees impacted by the war. The U.S. helped create many of those refugees through its bombing of eastern Cambodia.
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NPR News: U.S. Demands Cambodia Repay Loan From Vietnam War Era
U.S. Demands Cambodia Repay Loan From Vietnam War Era
Cambodia owes more than $500 million for when the nation borrowed to help feed refugees impacted by the war. The U.S. helped create many of those refugees through its bombing of eastern Cambodia.
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Cambodia owes more than $500 million for when the nation borrowed to help feed refugees impacted by the war. The U.S. helped create many of those refugees through its bombing of eastern Cambodia.
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NPR News: Not All South Koreans Satisfied With Japan's Apology To 'Comfort Women'
Not All South Koreans Satisfied With Japan's Apology To 'Comfort Women'
In 2015, Japan signed an agreement giving $8.3 million to the few surviving comfort women. But South Korea's new President Moon Jae-in now says it's something his people "cannot emotionally accept."
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In 2015, Japan signed an agreement giving $8.3 million to the few surviving comfort women. But South Korea's new President Moon Jae-in now says it's something his people "cannot emotionally accept."
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NPR News: Not All South Koreans Satisfied With Japan's Apology To 'Comfort Women'
Not All South Koreans Satisfied With Japan's Apology To 'Comfort Women'
In 2015, Japan signed an agreement giving $8.3 million to the few surviving comfort women. But South Korea's new President Moon Jae-in now says it's something his people "cannot emotionally accept."
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In 2015, Japan signed an agreement giving $8.3 million to the few surviving comfort women. But South Korea's new President Moon Jae-in now says it's something his people "cannot emotionally accept."
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NPR News: When Schools Meet Trauma With Understanding, Not Discipline
When Schools Meet Trauma With Understanding, Not Discipline
Children in New Orleans suffer from trauma at high rates. Now, several schools there are focused on catching and helping students whose behavior may be a response to their suffering.
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Children in New Orleans suffer from trauma at high rates. Now, several schools there are focused on catching and helping students whose behavior may be a response to their suffering.
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NPR News: Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power in 1989 by United States troops.
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General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power in 1989 by United States troops.
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NPR News: Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power by United States forces who invaded Panama in 1989.
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General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power by United States forces who invaded Panama in 1989.
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NPR News: Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
Former Panamanian Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies At 83
General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power by United States forces who invaded Panama in 1989.
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General Manuel Antonio Noriega, former military leader of Panama, has died, Panama's president said on Twitter. Noriega was ousted from power by United States forces who invaded Panama in 1989.
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NPR News: How A Theory Of Crime And Policing Was Born, And Went Terribly Wrong
How A Theory Of Crime And Policing Was Born, And Went Terribly Wrong
Decades ago, researchers introduced a new theory of policing. It's called "broken windows" and is seen by many as a cure-all for crime. But the idea is often used in ways its creators never intended.
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Decades ago, researchers introduced a new theory of policing. It's called "broken windows" and is seen by many as a cure-all for crime. But the idea is often used in ways its creators never intended.
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NPR News: Texas Lawmakers Trade Assault Allegations After One Calls ICE On Protesters
Texas Lawmakers Trade Assault Allegations After One Calls ICE On Protesters
By the time the final day of Texas' legislative term had ended, Immigration and Customs Enforcement had been called and politicians on both sides of the aisle had accused each other of making threats.
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By the time the final day of Texas' legislative term had ended, Immigration and Customs Enforcement had been called and politicians on both sides of the aisle had accused each other of making threats.
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NPR News: Flipbooks Help Prisoners Stay Connected To Their Loved Ones
Flipbooks Help Prisoners Stay Connected To Their Loved Ones
For people in prison, rules limiting access to technology make seeing video of their kids' first steps difficult. But a Colorado woman is using a 19th century solution for this 21st century problem.
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For people in prison, rules limiting access to technology make seeing video of their kids' first steps difficult. But a Colorado woman is using a 19th century solution for this 21st century problem.
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NPR News: Top-Seeded Woman Defeated In First Round Of French Open
Top-Seeded Woman Defeated In First Round Of French Open
The French Open just started and already the women's No. 1 seed is out. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated.
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The French Open just started and already the women's No. 1 seed is out. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated.
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NPR News: Cash-Strapped Seniors Turn To Assisted Living Centers In Mexico
Cash-Strapped Seniors Turn To Assisted Living Centers In Mexico
Some seniors are moving to Mexico for assisted living care. Costs at these facilities are much cheaper, but family members worry about the distance and their loved one's access to medical care.
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Some seniors are moving to Mexico for assisted living care. Costs at these facilities are much cheaper, but family members worry about the distance and their loved one's access to medical care.
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NPR News: 'The Body And The Blood' Follows Exodus Of Christians In The Middle East
'The Body And The Blood' Follows Exodus Of Christians In The Middle East
NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Charles Sennott, author of The Body and the Blood: The Middle East's Vanishing Christians and the Possibility for Peace, and the executive director of The GroundTruth Project. Sennott talks about the history of Christian communities in the Middle East, and how so many of them are leaving the region.
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NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Charles Sennott, author of The Body and the Blood: The Middle East's Vanishing Christians and the Possibility for Peace, and the executive director of The GroundTruth Project. Sennott talks about the history of Christian communities in the Middle East, and how so many of them are leaving the region.
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NPR News: After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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NPR News: Macron Holds Talks With Russian President Putin In France
Macron Holds Talks With Russian President Putin In France
Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to France on Monday to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron, who won the recent presidential election in France despite Russian support for his opponent.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to France on Monday to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron, who won the recent presidential election in France despite Russian support for his opponent.
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NPR News: Trump Hopes To Lure Companies Back To The U.S.With Lower Tax Rates
Trump Hopes To Lure Companies Back To The U.S.With Lower Tax Rates
A key part of President Trump's tax plan is to repatriate corporate profits held overseas back to the U.S. With the lure of lower corporate rates, the idea is that companies will free up overseas earnings and instead invest in jobs and equipment in the U.S. A similar scheme was tried during the administration of George W. Bush, but companies used most of the money on stock buybacks or to pay dividends to shareholders.
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A key part of President Trump's tax plan is to repatriate corporate profits held overseas back to the U.S. With the lure of lower corporate rates, the idea is that companies will free up overseas earnings and instead invest in jobs and equipment in the U.S. A similar scheme was tried during the administration of George W. Bush, but companies used most of the money on stock buybacks or to pay dividends to shareholders.
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NPR News: Trump Delivers Memorial Day Address At Arlington National Cemetery
Trump Delivers Memorial Day Address At Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump delivers his first Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetery. After visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Trump highlighted the service of three men who died in Afghanistan.
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President Donald Trump delivers his first Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetery. After visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Trump highlighted the service of three men who died in Afghanistan.
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NPR News: After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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NPR News: Top-Seeded Woman Defeated In First Round Of French Open
Top-Seeded Woman Defeated In First Round Of French Open
The French Open just started and already the women's No. 1 seed is out. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated.
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The French Open just started and already the women's No. 1 seed is out. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated.
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NPR News: Cash-Strapped Seniors Turn To Assisted Living Centers In Mexico
Cash-Strapped Seniors Turn To Assisted Living Centers In Mexico
Some seniors are moving to Mexico for assisted living care. Costs at these facilities are much cheaper, but family members worry about the distance and their loved one's access to medical care.
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Some seniors are moving to Mexico for assisted living care. Costs at these facilities are much cheaper, but family members worry about the distance and their loved one's access to medical care.
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NPR News: 'The Body And The Blood' Follows Exodus Of Christians In The Middle East
'The Body And The Blood' Follows Exodus Of Christians In The Middle East
NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Charles Sennott, author of The Body and the Blood: The Middle East's Vanishing Christians and the Possibility for Peace, and the executive director of The GroundTruth Project. Sennott talks about the history of Christian communities in the Middle East, and how so many of them are leaving the region.
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NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Charles Sennott, author of The Body and the Blood: The Middle East's Vanishing Christians and the Possibility for Peace, and the executive director of The GroundTruth Project. Sennott talks about the history of Christian communities in the Middle East, and how so many of them are leaving the region.
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NPR News: After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
After Trump's Visit, Merkel Signals Shift In U.S.-German Relations
This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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This weekend, German Chancellor Angela Merkel addressed fraying relations between Europe and the U.S., saying Europe may no longer be able to count on others. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Washington Post diplomatic correspondent Anne Applebaum for analysis.
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NPR News: Macron Holds Talks With Russian President Putin In France
Macron Holds Talks With Russian President Putin In France
Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to France on Monday to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron, who won the recent presidential election in France despite Russian support for his opponent.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to France on Monday to hold talks with Emmanuel Macron, who won the recent presidential election in France despite Russian support for his opponent.
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NPR News: 'Asking God To Forgive Me': N.C. Lawmaker Seeks Redemption For War Votes
'Asking God To Forgive Me': N.C. Lawmaker Seeks Redemption For War Votes
Driven by a profound regret for his votes to authorize the wars in in the Mideast, Rep. Walter B. Jones, R-N.C., is leading a bipartisan effort to pull the U.S. military out of Afghanistan.
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Driven by a profound regret for his votes to authorize the wars in in the Mideast, Rep. Walter B. Jones, R-N.C., is leading a bipartisan effort to pull the U.S. military out of Afghanistan.
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NPR News: Tiger Woods Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI In Florida
Tiger Woods Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI In Florida
The all-time golf great was booked Monday morning in Jupiter, Fla., on suspicion of driving under the influence. He was released just a few hours later.
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The all-time golf great was booked Monday morning in Jupiter, Fla., on suspicion of driving under the influence. He was released just a few hours later.
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NPR News: Frank Deford, NPR's Longtime Philosopher Of Sports, Dies At 78
Frank Deford, NPR's Longtime Philosopher Of Sports, Dies At 78
The sportswriter was a mainstay Morning Edition for 37 years, applying his keen wit and incisive eye to games of every stripe. Deford died Sunday, just weeks after hanging up his cleats with NPR.
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The sportswriter was a mainstay Morning Edition for 37 years, applying his keen wit and incisive eye to games of every stripe. Deford died Sunday, just weeks after hanging up his cleats with NPR.
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NPR News: Trump Honors Fallen Warriors At Arlington National Cemetery
Trump Honors Fallen Warriors At Arlington National Cemetery
In his first Memorial Day speech as commander in chief, President Trump paid tribute to those who died in service to the country, and thanked the families who sacrificed their loved ones.
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In his first Memorial Day speech as commander in chief, President Trump paid tribute to those who died in service to the country, and thanked the families who sacrificed their loved ones.
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NPR News: Frank Deford, NPR's Longtime Scholar Of Sports, Dies At 78
Frank Deford, NPR's Longtime Scholar Of Sports, Dies At 78
The sportswriter was a mainstay Morning Edition for 37 years, applying his keen wit and incisive eye to games of every stripe. Deford died Sunday, just weeks after hanging up his cleats with NPR.
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The sportswriter was a mainstay Morning Edition for 37 years, applying his keen wit and incisive eye to games of every stripe. Deford died Sunday, just weeks after hanging up his cleats with NPR.
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NPR News: On Day 3 Of Cancellation Chaos, British Airways Edges Closer To Recovery
On Day 3 Of Cancellation Chaos, British Airways Edges Closer To Recovery
A "catastrophic" IT systems failure has disrupted roughly 75,000 British Airways passengers' flights since it struck the company Saturday morning. "We profusely apologize," the airline's CEO said.
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A "catastrophic" IT systems failure has disrupted roughly 75,000 British Airways passengers' flights since it struck the company Saturday morning. "We profusely apologize," the airline's CEO said.
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NPR News: On Day 3 Of Cancellation Chaos, British Airways Edges Closer To Recovery
On Day 3 Of Cancellation Chaos, British Airways Edges Closer To Recovery
A "catastrophic" IT systems failure has disrupted roughly 75,000 British Airways passengers' flights since it struck the company Saturday morning. "We profusely apologize," the airline's CEO said.
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A "catastrophic" IT systems failure has disrupted roughly 75,000 British Airways passengers' flights since it struck the company Saturday morning. "We profusely apologize," the airline's CEO said.
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NPR News: Baltimore Mayor Considers Removal Of Confederate Monuments
Baltimore Mayor Considers Removal Of Confederate Monuments
Mayor Catherine Pugh says she wants to "take a closer look at how we go about following in the footsteps of New Orleans," which removed its confederate monuments earlier this month.
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Mayor Catherine Pugh says she wants to "take a closer look at how we go about following in the footsteps of New Orleans," which removed its confederate monuments earlier this month.
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NPR News: Macron Opens A 'Demanding' Dialogue With Putin In France
Macron Opens A 'Demanding' Dialogue With Putin In France
The newly elected French president is hosting his Russian counterpart at the Palace of Versailles on Monday. On the docket for the leaders: Ukraine, Syria and mending their countries' tattered ties.
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The newly elected French president is hosting his Russian counterpart at the Palace of Versailles on Monday. On the docket for the leaders: Ukraine, Syria and mending their countries' tattered ties.
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NPR News: Macron Opens A 'Demanding' Dialogue With Putin In France
Macron Opens A 'Demanding' Dialogue With Putin In France
The newly elected French president is hosting his Russian counterpart at the Palace of Versailles on Monday. On the docket for the leaders: Ukraine, Syria and mending their countries' tattered ties.
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The newly elected French president is hosting his Russian counterpart at the Palace of Versailles on Monday. On the docket for the leaders: Ukraine, Syria and mending their countries' tattered ties.
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NPR News: Watch Women Shame Men Who Pee In Public
Watch Women Shame Men Who Pee In Public
The idea behind this viral ad is to convince men how important it is to have a toilet in the house. That's a major issue in India, where more than 500 million people are loo-less.
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The idea behind this viral ad is to convince men how important it is to have a toilet in the house. That's a major issue in India, where more than 500 million people are loo-less.
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NPR News: Watch Women Shame Men Who Pee In Public
Watch Women Shame Men Who Pee In Public
The idea behind this viral ad is to convince men how important it is to have a toilet in the house. That's a major issue in India, where more than 500 million people are loo-less.
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The idea behind this viral ad is to convince men how important it is to have a toilet in the house. That's a major issue in India, where more than 500 million people are loo-less.
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NPR News: The Science Of Identifying Soldier Remains
The Science Of Identifying Soldier Remains
As the Defense Department continues to identify the remains of servicemen lost in foreign wars, Hattie Johnson informs the families who have been waiting decades for information.
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As the Defense Department continues to identify the remains of servicemen lost in foreign wars, Hattie Johnson informs the families who have been waiting decades for information.
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NPR News: Trump Returns To Face Scandals
Trump Returns To Face Scandals
President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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NPR News: Trump Returns To Face Scandals
Trump Returns To Face Scandals
President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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NPR News: Trump Returns To Face Scandals
Trump Returns To Face Scandals
President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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President Trump's first foreign trip wasn't enough to get away from scandals involving Russia. Reports say Jared Kushner tried to set up a back channel of communications.
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NPR News: Free The Principal!
Free The Principal!
Can principals be better leaders if they have more time to focus on instruction? The Washington, D.C., schools are adding managers to handle operations and logistics.
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Can principals be better leaders if they have more time to focus on instruction? The Washington, D.C., schools are adding managers to handle operations and logistics.
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NPR News: Uprooted By Conflict, Stuck In Limbo, Yearning For A Place To Call Home
Uprooted By Conflict, Stuck In Limbo, Yearning For A Place To Call Home
Thousands displaced by conflict have been living for years in crumbling, unsafe apartments. At a recent protest, some sewed their lips shut; others threatened to set themselves on fire.
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Thousands displaced by conflict have been living for years in crumbling, unsafe apartments. At a recent protest, some sewed their lips shut; others threatened to set themselves on fire.
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NPR News: Musicians Lead Protest Against Brazil's President
Musicians Lead Protest Against Brazil's President
Some of Brazil's best-known musicians held a concert on Copacabana Beach demanding the resignation of Brazil's president, who is under investigation for corruption and obstruction of justice.
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Some of Brazil's best-known musicians held a concert on Copacabana Beach demanding the resignation of Brazil's president, who is under investigation for corruption and obstruction of justice.
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NPR News: New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS
New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS
Steve Inskeep speaks with Ali Jaber, the director of the satellite broadcaster MBC, about the network's new series, Black Crows. The new Arab series dramatizes life under ISIS.
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Steve Inskeep speaks with Ali Jaber, the director of the satellite broadcaster MBC, about the network's new series, Black Crows. The new Arab series dramatizes life under ISIS.
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NPR News: France And Germany Stake Out New Priorities After Trump Visit
France And Germany Stake Out New Priorities After Trump Visit
New French President Emmanuel Macron meets Russian president Vladimir Putin Monday. And after President Trump's visit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Europe needed to be more self-reliant.
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New French President Emmanuel Macron meets Russian president Vladimir Putin Monday. And after President Trump's visit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Europe needed to be more self-reliant.
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NPR News: Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of City From ISIS Allies
Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of City From ISIS Allies
The Philippine military said it found the bodies of several civilians who appeared to have been executed by ISIS-inspired militants. The military is trying to regain control of Marawi City.
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The Philippine military said it found the bodies of several civilians who appeared to have been executed by ISIS-inspired militants. The military is trying to regain control of Marawi City.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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NPR News: Uprooted By Conflict, Stuck In Limbo, Yearning For A Place To Call Home
Uprooted By Conflict, Stuck In Limbo, Yearning For A Place To Call Home
Thousands displaced by conflict have been living for years in crumbling, unsafe apartments. At a recent protest, some sewed their lips shut; others threatened to set themselves on fire.
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Thousands displaced by conflict have been living for years in crumbling, unsafe apartments. At a recent protest, some sewed their lips shut; others threatened to set themselves on fire.
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NPR News: Musicians Lead Protest Against Brazil's President
Musicians Lead Protest Against Brazil's President
Some of Brazil's best-known musicians held a concert on Copacabana Beach demanding the resignation of Brazil's president, who is under investigation for corruption and obstruction of justice.
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Some of Brazil's best-known musicians held a concert on Copacabana Beach demanding the resignation of Brazil's president, who is under investigation for corruption and obstruction of justice.
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NPR News: New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS
New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS
Steve Inskeep speaks with Ali Jaber, the director of the satellite broadcaster MBC, about the network's new series, Black Crows. The new Arab series dramatizes life under ISIS.
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Steve Inskeep speaks with Ali Jaber, the director of the satellite broadcaster MBC, about the network's new series, Black Crows. The new Arab series dramatizes life under ISIS.
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NPR News: France And Germany Stake Out New Priorities After Trump Visit
France And Germany Stake Out New Priorities After Trump Visit
New French President Emmanuel Macron meets Russian president Vladimir Putin Monday. And after President Trump's visit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Europe needed to be more self-reliant.
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New French President Emmanuel Macron meets Russian president Vladimir Putin Monday. And after President Trump's visit, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Europe needed to be more self-reliant.
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NPR News: Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of City From ISIS Allies
Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of City From ISIS Allies
The Philippine military said it found the bodies of several civilians who appeared to have been executed by ISIS-inspired militants. The military is trying to regain control of Marawi City.
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The Philippine military said it found the bodies of several civilians who appeared to have been executed by ISIS-inspired militants. The military is trying to regain control of Marawi City.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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NPR News: Handshake-Free Zones Target Spread Of Germs In The Hospital
Handshake-Free Zones Target Spread Of Germs In The Hospital
Hospital-acquired infections can be life-threatening, and unwashed hands are often to blame. One hospital in California thinks banishing handshakes could help reduce infections.
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Hospital-acquired infections can be life-threatening, and unwashed hands are often to blame. One hospital in California thinks banishing handshakes could help reduce infections.
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NPR News: Adult ADHD Can't Be Diagnosed With A Simple Screening Test, Doctors Warn
Adult ADHD Can't Be Diagnosed With A Simple Screening Test, Doctors Warn
Despite support from the World Health Organization for the latest adult ADHD screening survey, some researchers worry that it will lead to over-prescribing of powerful amphetamines.
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Despite support from the World Health Organization for the latest adult ADHD screening survey, some researchers worry that it will lead to over-prescribing of powerful amphetamines.
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NPR News: VA Re-Evaluates Family Caregiver Program
VA Re-Evaluates Family Caregiver Program
The Department of Veterans Affairs is re-evaluating some of the people it dropped from its caregiver program following an NPR report. We have an update on what's changed and what's next.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is re-evaluating some of the people it dropped from its caregiver program following an NPR report. We have an update on what's changed and what's next.
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NPR News: Free Speech Advocate On The State Of College Campuses
Free Speech Advocate On The State Of College Campuses
Greg Lukianoff heads the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, which advocates free speech. He tells Steve Inskeep that freedom of speech on college campuses has been attacked recently.
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Greg Lukianoff heads the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, which advocates free speech. He tells Steve Inskeep that freedom of speech on college campuses has been attacked recently.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Morning News Brief: Kushner And Russia Reports, Europe Tries To Go It Alone
Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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Donald Trump has returned to the U.S. amid reports that Jared Kushner reached out inappropriately to Russia. And in Europe, after Trump's trip, U.S. allies are taking a go-it-alone approach.
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NPR News: How An Interview With A Shark Researcher Wound Up Starring A Shark
How An Interview With A Shark Researcher Wound Up Starring A Shark
Why have dozens of great sharks turned up around southern California beaches recently? Finding out the answer led to a close-up view of a baby great white shark — and the researcher who caught her.
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Why have dozens of great sharks turned up around southern California beaches recently? Finding out the answer led to a close-up view of a baby great white shark — and the researcher who caught her.
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NPR News: Scrubbing Clean Veterans' Headstones, Uncovering Heroes
Scrubbing Clean Veterans' Headstones, Uncovering Heroes
A Florida man has made it his mission to clean the decades of grime off tombstones of military veterans. He makes them look better but also learns about their history.
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A Florida man has made it his mission to clean the decades of grime off tombstones of military veterans. He makes them look better but also learns about their history.
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NPR News: North Korea Fires Short-Range Missile Into Sea of Japan, Its 9th Launch This Year
North Korea Fires Short-Range Missile Into Sea of Japan, Its 9th Launch This Year
North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile off its east coast Monday, which appears to have landed in Japan's maritime economic zone, South Korean and Japanese officials say.
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North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile off its east coast Monday, which appears to have landed in Japan's maritime economic zone, South Korean and Japanese officials say.
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NPR News: North Korea Fires Short-Range Missile Into Sea of Japan, Its 9th Launch This Year
North Korea Fires Short-Range Missile Into Sea of Japan, Its 9th Launch This Year
North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile off its east coast Monday, which appears to have landed in Japan's maritime economic zone, South Korean and Japanese officials say.
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North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile off its east coast Monday, which appears to have landed in Japan's maritime economic zone, South Korean and Japanese officials say.
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Sunday, 28 May 2017
NPR News: After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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NPR News: After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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NPR News: After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
After G7 Summit, Merkel Says Europe Can No Longer 'Completely Rely' On U.S. And UK
In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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In a call for European unity, the German chancellor urged a crowd of supporters to "take our fate into our own hands," because, she says, Europe can no longer depend on its traditional allies.
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NPR News: Why Rick And Canyon Barry Stay True To The 'Granny Shot'
Why Rick And Canyon Barry Stay True To The 'Granny Shot'
NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry and son Canyon Barry talk about the tradition of underhand free throws. Rick swears by its accuracy, but players hardly ever use it.
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NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry and son Canyon Barry talk about the tradition of underhand free throws. Rick swears by its accuracy, but players hardly ever use it.
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NPR News: Some Men Are Not Happy About A Women-Only Screening Of 'Wonder Woman'
Some Men Are Not Happy About A Women-Only Screening Of 'Wonder Woman'
Men posted lots of angry messages on the Alamo Drafthouse's social media pages. The Drafthouse responded by scheduling additional women-only screenings.
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Men posted lots of angry messages on the Alamo Drafthouse's social media pages. The Drafthouse responded by scheduling additional women-only screenings.
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NPR News: Fifth 'House Of Cards' Season Speaks To Trump Era
Fifth 'House Of Cards' Season Speaks To Trump Era
"House of Cards" returns to Netflix for its fifth season. But it's the first season of the political thriller in the age of President Trump. And the series brings a new twist on modern politics.
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"House of Cards" returns to Netflix for its fifth season. But it's the first season of the political thriller in the age of President Trump. And the series brings a new twist on modern politics.
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NPR News: 'The Wounds Of Whiteclay' Journalists Win Prestigious RFK Award
'The Wounds Of Whiteclay' Journalists Win Prestigious RFK Award
Matt Hanson and Chris Bowling are among 11 student journalists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who won the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Journalism grand prize for their series "The Wounds of Whiteclay." They wrote about the beer stores in the tiny village of Whiteclay, Neb., which have plagued the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota for years.
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Matt Hanson and Chris Bowling are among 11 student journalists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who won the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Journalism grand prize for their series "The Wounds of Whiteclay." They wrote about the beer stores in the tiny village of Whiteclay, Neb., which have plagued the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota for years.
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NPR News: Words You'll Hear: Memorial Day Dos And Don'ts
Words You'll Hear: Memorial Day Dos And Don'ts
Don't make a Memorial Day gaffe this year. Michel Martin speaks with Luke Visconti, the founder of Diversity Inc., about what you shouldn't say to someone who served in the military this Memorial Day.
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Don't make a Memorial Day gaffe this year. Michel Martin speaks with Luke Visconti, the founder of Diversity Inc., about what you shouldn't say to someone who served in the military this Memorial Day.
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NPR News: Generations: Why Rick And Canyon Barry Stay True To The 'Granny Shot'
Generations: Why Rick And Canyon Barry Stay True To The 'Granny Shot'
NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry and son Canyon Barry talk about the tradition of underhand free throws for our series: Generations.
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NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry and son Canyon Barry talk about the tradition of underhand free throws for our series: Generations.
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NPR News: From NFL Player To Neurosurgeon: 'Why Can't I Do Both?'
From NFL Player To Neurosurgeon: 'Why Can't I Do Both?'
Myron Rolle talks about his long journey from playing football at Florida State University and joining the NFL to going to Harvard medical school to start his residency in neurosurgery.
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Myron Rolle talks about his long journey from playing football at Florida State University and joining the NFL to going to Harvard medical school to start his residency in neurosurgery.
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NPR News: How Religious Leaders Are Talking To Their Congregations After Manchester Attack
How Religious Leaders Are Talking To Their Congregations After Manchester Attack
People all over the U.K. are trying to come to terms with last week's terrorist attack at a pop concert in Manchester, England. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Imam Irfan Chishti and the Bishop of Manchester David Walker.
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People all over the U.K. are trying to come to terms with last week's terrorist attack at a pop concert in Manchester, England. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Imam Irfan Chishti and the Bishop of Manchester David Walker.
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NPR News: How Religious Leaders Are Talking To Their Congregations After Manchester Attack
How Religious Leaders Are Talking To Their Congregations After Manchester Attack
People all over the U.K. are trying to come to terms with last week's terrorist attack at a pop concert in Manchester, England. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Imam Irfan Chishti and the Bishop of Manchester David Walker.
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People all over the U.K. are trying to come to terms with last week's terrorist attack at a pop concert in Manchester, England. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Imam Irfan Chishti and the Bishop of Manchester David Walker.
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NPR News: Mississippi Shooting Spree Kills 8, Including Sheriff's Deputy
Mississippi Shooting Spree Kills 8, Including Sheriff's Deputy
The rampage happened at three separate locations in the county, and suspect Willie Corey Godbolt said that he intended to commit "suicide by cop." The state's governor called it a "senseless tragedy."
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The rampage happened at three separate locations in the county, and suspect Willie Corey Godbolt said that he intended to commit "suicide by cop." The state's governor called it a "senseless tragedy."
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NPR News: Death Toll Rises As Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of Marawi
Death Toll Rises As Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of Marawi
The siege seems to be an effort by ISIS-inspired local groups to be recognized as a province of their caliphate. The death toll since fighting began Tuesday is close to 100.
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The siege seems to be an effort by ISIS-inspired local groups to be recognized as a province of their caliphate. The death toll since fighting began Tuesday is close to 100.
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NPR News: Death Toll Rises As Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of Marawi
Death Toll Rises As Philippine Military Tries To Regain Control Of Marawi
The siege seems to be an effort by ISIS-inspired local groups to be recognized as a province of their caliphate. The death toll since fighting began Tuesday is close to 100.
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The siege seems to be an effort by ISIS-inspired local groups to be recognized as a province of their caliphate. The death toll since fighting began Tuesday is close to 100.
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NPR News: South Korean Youth Struggle To Find Jobs After Years Of Studying For Tests
South Korean Youth Struggle To Find Jobs After Years Of Studying For Tests
For many Korean youth, the possibility of a job-for-life with a big conglomerate is the only option. As the economy slows, there aren't enough jobs for all the college graduates.
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For many Korean youth, the possibility of a job-for-life with a big conglomerate is the only option. As the economy slows, there aren't enough jobs for all the college graduates.
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NPR News: After Rio Olympics, Gutted Venues, Broken Promises
After Rio Olympics, Gutted Venues, Broken Promises
David Wallechinsky, president of the International Society of Olympic Historians, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro that the Rio Olympics wasted money and were plagued by corruption.
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David Wallechinsky, president of the International Society of Olympic Historians, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro that the Rio Olympics wasted money and were plagued by corruption.
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NPR News: Understanding And Countering The Lure Of Extremism
Understanding And Countering The Lure Of Extremism
The Manchester bombing is only the latest attack claimed by ISIS. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Maajid Nawaz, the founder of the counter-extremism group Quilliam, about efforts to stop attacks.
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The Manchester bombing is only the latest attack claimed by ISIS. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Maajid Nawaz, the founder of the counter-extremism group Quilliam, about efforts to stop attacks.
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NPR News: Thousands In Manchester Take To The Streets In Show Of Defiance
Thousands In Manchester Take To The Streets In Show Of Defiance
The people of Manchester are turning out in the thousands for a series of public events this weekend, despite last Monday's suicide bombing in the city.
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The people of Manchester are turning out in the thousands for a series of public events this weekend, despite last Monday's suicide bombing in the city.
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NPR News: Colombia's FARC Guerrillas Are Set To Miss Disarmament Deadline
Colombia's FARC Guerrillas Are Set To Miss Disarmament Deadline
Colombia's FARC guerrillas are disarming, but it's taking longer than planned. Under a peace deal signed with the government late last year, the rebels are supposed to turn in all arms by May 31.
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Colombia's FARC guerrillas are disarming, but it's taking longer than planned. Under a peace deal signed with the government late last year, the rebels are supposed to turn in all arms by May 31.
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NPR News: The Call-In: Answering Your Questions About Owning A Home
The Call-In: Answering Your Questions About Owning A Home
Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Svenja Gudell, chief economist for Zillow, and Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary, about what to do and what not to do when buying a home.
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Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Svenja Gudell, chief economist for Zillow, and Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary, about what to do and what not to do when buying a home.
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NPR News: Tourists Who Steal Volcanic Rock Are Said To Unleash A Curse
Tourists Who Steal Volcanic Rock Are Said To Unleash A Curse
Jessica Ferracane of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park explains why hundreds of visitors a year mail back pieces of volcanic rock they've taken from the park. The answer has to do with a mythic curse.
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Jessica Ferracane of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park explains why hundreds of visitors a year mail back pieces of volcanic rock they've taken from the park. The answer has to do with a mythic curse.
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NPR News: Let's Define All Those Terms You See In Headlines About Russia
Let's Define All Those Terms You See In Headlines About Russia
Collusion? Obstruction of justice? Person of interest? NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley about the terminology of the current news cycle.
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Collusion? Obstruction of justice? Person of interest? NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley about the terminology of the current news cycle.
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NPR News: Rep. Sanford Doesn't Believe Trump's Budget Numbers
Rep. Sanford Doesn't Believe Trump's Budget Numbers
Republican congressman and Freedom Caucus member Mark Sanford of South Carolina tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro why he thinks President Trump's budget proposal doesn't add up.
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Republican congressman and Freedom Caucus member Mark Sanford of South Carolina tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro why he thinks President Trump's budget proposal doesn't add up.
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NPR News: Reactions To The Trump Administration's Budget
Reactions To The Trump Administration's Budget
The budget put out by the White House details massive cuts to federal programs and agencies. But there has been plenty of pushback and it isn't likely to make it through Congress as is.
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The budget put out by the White House details massive cuts to federal programs and agencies. But there has been plenty of pushback and it isn't likely to make it through Congress as is.
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NPR News: South Korean Youth Struggle To Find Jobs After Years Of Studying For Tests
South Korean Youth Struggle To Find Jobs After Years Of Studying For Tests
For many Korean youth, the possibility of a job-for-life with a big conglomerate is the only option. As the economy slows, there aren't enough jobs for all the college graduates.
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For many Korean youth, the possibility of a job-for-life with a big conglomerate is the only option. As the economy slows, there aren't enough jobs for all the college graduates.
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NPR News: After Rio Olympics, Gutted Venues, Broken Promises
After Rio Olympics, Gutted Venues, Broken Promises
David Wallechinsky, president of the International Society of Olympic Historians, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro that the Rio Olympics wasted money and were plagued by corruption.
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David Wallechinsky, president of the International Society of Olympic Historians, tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro that the Rio Olympics wasted money and were plagued by corruption.
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NPR News: Understanding And Countering The Lure Of Extremism
Understanding And Countering The Lure Of Extremism
The Manchester bombing is only the latest attack claimed by ISIS. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Maajid Nawaz, the founder of the counter-extremism group Quilliam, about efforts to stop attacks.
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The Manchester bombing is only the latest attack claimed by ISIS. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Maajid Nawaz, the founder of the counter-extremism group Quilliam, about efforts to stop attacks.
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NPR News: Thousands In Manchester Take To The Streets In Show Of Defiance
Thousands In Manchester Take To The Streets In Show Of Defiance
The people of Manchester are turning out in the thousands for a series of public events this weekend, despite last Monday's suicide bombing in the city.
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The people of Manchester are turning out in the thousands for a series of public events this weekend, despite last Monday's suicide bombing in the city.
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NPR News: Colombia's FARC Guerrillas Are Set To Miss Disarmament Deadline
Colombia's FARC Guerrillas Are Set To Miss Disarmament Deadline
Colombia's FARC guerrillas are disarming, but it's taking longer than planned. Under a peace deal signed with the government late last year, the rebels are supposed to turn in all arms by May 31.
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Colombia's FARC guerrillas are disarming, but it's taking longer than planned. Under a peace deal signed with the government late last year, the rebels are supposed to turn in all arms by May 31.
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NPR News: As Trump Lifestyle Takes Toll On Secret Service, Lawmakers Try To Give Extra Support
As Trump Lifestyle Takes Toll On Secret Service, Lawmakers Try To Give Extra Support
A House committee has approved a measure allowing the Service to spend more to protect the president's many homes, and Trump's proposed budget would increase the number of agents.
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A House committee has approved a measure allowing the Service to spend more to protect the president's many homes, and Trump's proposed budget would increase the number of agents.
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NPR News: WATCH: Kids Craft Comics To Explore Immigration Fears
WATCH: Kids Craft Comics To Explore Immigration Fears
Children of people in the country illegally often experience fear and worry — with the shadow of deportation as a constant presence. How can they work through those emotions? One workshop uses comics.
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Children of people in the country illegally often experience fear and worry — with the shadow of deportation as a constant presence. How can they work through those emotions? One workshop uses comics.
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NPR News: In The Age Of Digital Medicine, The Humble Reflex Hammer Hangs On
In The Age Of Digital Medicine, The Humble Reflex Hammer Hangs On
Nearly 130 years since its inception, a modest knob of rubber with a metal handle is still invaluable in diagnosing disease and avoiding expensive testing. But its history is anything but simple.
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Nearly 130 years since its inception, a modest knob of rubber with a metal handle is still invaluable in diagnosing disease and avoiding expensive testing. But its history is anything but simple.
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Saturday, 27 May 2017
‘Forgive Me’: Manchester Bomber’s Tangled Path of Conflict and Rebellion
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NPR News: A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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NPR News: Latest College Graduates Enter A More Optimistic Economy
Latest College Graduates Enter A More Optimistic Economy
Harvard Business School professor Mihir Desai says the unemployment rate is the lowest its been in a decade. He speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about the increasing options for recent graduates.
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Harvard Business School professor Mihir Desai says the unemployment rate is the lowest its been in a decade. He speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about the increasing options for recent graduates.
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NPR News: Words Of Wisdom From 2017 Commencement Speeches
Words Of Wisdom From 2017 Commencement Speeches
Listen to some advice offered to the Class of 2017 from speakers, including Hillary Clinton at Wellesley College, Vice President Mike Pence at the U.S. Naval Academy and actor Will Ferrell at USC.
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Listen to some advice offered to the Class of 2017 from speakers, including Hillary Clinton at Wellesley College, Vice President Mike Pence at the U.S. Naval Academy and actor Will Ferrell at USC.
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NPR News: SPLC Has Seen Rise In Hate Crime, Domestic Terrorism Attacks
SPLC Has Seen Rise In Hate Crime, Domestic Terrorism Attacks
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Southern Poverty Law Center Intelligence Project Director Heidi Beirich about raised concerns of an increase in hate crimes after stabbings in Maryland and Oregon.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with Southern Poverty Law Center Intelligence Project Director Heidi Beirich about raised concerns of an increase in hate crimes after stabbings in Maryland and Oregon.
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NPR News: What Happens When Journalism Gets Physical
What Happens When Journalism Gets Physical
NPR's Michel Martin talks with reporter Michelle Fields, who was working at a Florida campaign rally last year when she was grabbed by Donald Trump's former campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski.
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NPR's Michel Martin talks with reporter Michelle Fields, who was working at a Florida campaign rally last year when she was grabbed by Donald Trump's former campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski.
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NPR News: Finding The Middle In The Incivility War
Finding The Middle In The Incivility War
An assault of a reporter by Montana's Republican congressman-elect appears to have hurled the public into a new realm of political incivility, raising the question: Have we crossed an invisible line?
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An assault of a reporter by Montana's Republican congressman-elect appears to have hurled the public into a new realm of political incivility, raising the question: Have we crossed an invisible line?
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NPR News: A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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NPR News: A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
A Recap Of Trump's First Week Abroad As President
After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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After visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Rome and Brussels, President Trump wrapped up his first international trip since taking office today in Sicily with other G7 leaders.
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NPR News: Jim Bunning, Hall Of Fame Pitcher And Former U.S. Senator, Dies At 85
Jim Bunning, Hall Of Fame Pitcher And Former U.S. Senator, Dies At 85
Bunning was one of few ballplayers to pitch no-hitters in both leagues; in 1964, he pitched a perfect game. As a politician, the Kentuckian was known as cantankerous and staunchly conservative.
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Bunning was one of few ballplayers to pitch no-hitters in both leagues; in 1964, he pitched a perfect game. As a politician, the Kentuckian was known as cantankerous and staunchly conservative.
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NPR News: White House To Provide Ethics Agency With Info On Waivers For Ex-Lobbyists
White House To Provide Ethics Agency With Info On Waivers For Ex-Lobbyists
The tiny Office of Government Ethics, led by Walter Shaub Jr., has scored a victory in its effort to gather information about Trump administration employees who were previously lobbyists.
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The tiny Office of Government Ethics, led by Walter Shaub Jr., has scored a victory in its effort to gather information about Trump administration employees who were previously lobbyists.
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NPR News: 5 Takeaways From Trump's First Foreign Trip As President
5 Takeaways From Trump's First Foreign Trip As President
President Trump returns to the U.S. late Saturday. Here's a look at key moments and key issues during his weeklong trip overseas to the Middle East and Europe.
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President Trump returns to the U.S. late Saturday. Here's a look at key moments and key issues during his weeklong trip overseas to the Middle East and Europe.
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NPR News: 5 Takeaways From Trump's First Foreign Trip As President
5 Takeaways From Trump's First Foreign Trip As President
President Trump returns to the U.S. late Saturday. Here's a look at key moments and key issues during his weeklong trip overseas to the Middle East and Europe.
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President Trump returns to the U.S. late Saturday. Here's a look at key moments and key issues during his weeklong trip overseas to the Middle East and Europe.
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