Groundskeeper Accepts Reduced $78 Million In Monsanto Cancer Suit
Dewayne "Lee" Johnson, 46, says the company's Roundup weedkiller caused his illness. He will accept the award after a judge reduced a jury's original figure of $289 million.
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Wednesday, 31 October 2018
NPR News: Hawaii's Supreme Court OKs Construction Of Giant Telescope Despite Native Objections
Hawaii's Supreme Court OKs Construction Of Giant Telescope Despite Native Objections
The massive telescope with a nearly 100-foot mirror is set to be built atop 13,800-foot Mauna Kea, considered sacred land by some of the project's opponents.
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The massive telescope with a nearly 100-foot mirror is set to be built atop 13,800-foot Mauna Kea, considered sacred land by some of the project's opponents.
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NPR News: Mexico City Goes Days Without Water During Maintenance Shutdown
Mexico City Goes Days Without Water During Maintenance Shutdown
It's hard to find a bucket, pail or plastic receptacle in the city of millions that isn't full of water. Residents stored water in whatever they could find in preparation for the pipes going dry.
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It's hard to find a bucket, pail or plastic receptacle in the city of millions that isn't full of water. Residents stored water in whatever they could find in preparation for the pipes going dry.
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U.S. and Britain Seek Yemen Cease-Fire as Relations With Saudis Cool
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NPR News: Hall Of Fame Slugger Willie McCovey Dies At Age 80
Hall Of Fame Slugger Willie McCovey Dies At Age 80
McCovey was known as one of the most powerful left-handed batters in baseball and is tied for 20th on the all-time home run list.
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McCovey was known as one of the most powerful left-handed batters in baseball and is tied for 20th on the all-time home run list.
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NPR News: Mexico City Goes Days Without Water During Maintenance Shutdown
Mexico City Goes Days Without Water During Maintenance Shutdown
It's hard to find a bucket, pail or plastic receptacle in the city of millions that isn't full of water. Residents stored water in whatever they could find in preparation for the pipes going dry.
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It's hard to find a bucket, pail or plastic receptacle in the city of millions that isn't full of water. Residents stored water in whatever they could find in preparation for the pipes going dry.
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NPR News: Trump Says He'll Send As Many As 15,000 Troops To The Southern Border
Trump Says He'll Send As Many As 15,000 Troops To The Southern Border
The president says he may triple the number of forces that were deployed just this week. The defense secretary likens the deployment to when troops help after a natural disaster.
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The president says he may triple the number of forces that were deployed just this week. The defense secretary likens the deployment to when troops help after a natural disaster.
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NPR News: After Synagogue Shooting, Religious Leaders Evaluate Security
After Synagogue Shooting, Religious Leaders Evaluate Security
Faith leaders are stuck in a quandary. They're trying to balance a mission of keeping houses of worship welcoming spaces with a responsibility to tighten security.
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Faith leaders are stuck in a quandary. They're trying to balance a mission of keeping houses of worship welcoming spaces with a responsibility to tighten security.
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NPR News: For Cervical Cancer Patients, Less Invasive Surgery Is Worse For Survival
For Cervical Cancer Patients, Less Invasive Surgery Is Worse For Survival
Two new studies suggest that minimally invasive surgery for early stage cervical cancer patients leads to death and recurring disease more often than standard surgery through a large incision.
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Two new studies suggest that minimally invasive surgery for early stage cervical cancer patients leads to death and recurring disease more often than standard surgery through a large incision.
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NPR News: Synagogue Shooting Suspect, Robert Bowers, Indicted On 44 Federal Charges
Synagogue Shooting Suspect, Robert Bowers, Indicted On 44 Federal Charges
The indictment, which includes hate crime charges, accuses Bowers of entering the Tree of Life synagogue with three handguns and an AR-15 rifle. Once inside he indicated his desire to "kill Jews."
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The indictment, which includes hate crime charges, accuses Bowers of entering the Tree of Life synagogue with three handguns and an AR-15 rifle. Once inside he indicated his desire to "kill Jews."
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Divers Zero in on Black Boxes From Indonesia Plane Crash
By HANNAH BEECH, KEITH BRADSHER and MUKTITA SUHARTONO from NYT World https://ift.tt/2EWY1Kz
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NPR News: Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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NPR News: Listen Up Witches, From Now On It's Hauntington, Not Huntington, N.Y.
Listen Up Witches, From Now On It's Hauntington, Not Huntington, N.Y.
A small town in New York is changing its name for Halloween. Huntington will officially be called Hauntington every Oct. 31 from now on. It's all thanks to 7-year-old resident Angelica Dee Cunningham.
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A small town in New York is changing its name for Halloween. Huntington will officially be called Hauntington every Oct. 31 from now on. It's all thanks to 7-year-old resident Angelica Dee Cunningham.
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NPR News: Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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NPR News: Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
Trump's Criticisms Of NATO Not Apparent As It Holds Largest War Games Since Cold War
President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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President Trump's criticisms of NATO are not apparent at the huge exercises being held by the alliance in Norway, where the U.S. military has the largest commitment of forces, and a prominent role.
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NPR News: Hundreds Of Black Women Are Running In Federal, State And Local Elections This Year
Hundreds Of Black Women Are Running In Federal, State And Local Elections This Year
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Ayanna Pressley, Democratic candidate for Massachusetts' seventh congressional district, about the surge of black women running for office this year.
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NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Ayanna Pressley, Democratic candidate for Massachusetts' seventh congressional district, about the surge of black women running for office this year.
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NPR News: Recent Political, Religious And Racial Violence Has Some Voters Eager For Change
Recent Political, Religious And Racial Violence Has Some Voters Eager For Change
With less than a week before midterm elections, NPR checks in with voters around the country to find out how they're feeling, given the violent events last week and politically charged rhetoric.
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With less than a week before midterm elections, NPR checks in with voters around the country to find out how they're feeling, given the violent events last week and politically charged rhetoric.
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NPR News: What It's Like To Be On The Blacklist In China's New Social Credit System
What It's Like To Be On The Blacklist In China's New Social Credit System
China is piloting a new social credit system, calculated from financial transactions and daily behavior. NPR's The Indicator learns what it's like to be on the country's list of untrustworthy people.
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China is piloting a new social credit system, calculated from financial transactions and daily behavior. NPR's The Indicator learns what it's like to be on the country's list of untrustworthy people.
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NPR News: Chinese Yuan Continues To Tumble In Value Against U.S. Dollar
Chinese Yuan Continues To Tumble In Value Against U.S. Dollar
This makes Chinese goods imported to the U.S. cheaper and offsets the impact of President Trump's tariffs. At the same time, the stronger dollar makes it harder for U.S. companies to export to China.
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This makes Chinese goods imported to the U.S. cheaper and offsets the impact of President Trump's tariffs. At the same time, the stronger dollar makes it harder for U.S. companies to export to China.
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NPR News: What It's Like To Be On The Blacklist In China's New Social Credit System
What It's Like To Be On The Blacklist In China's New Social Credit System
China is piloting a new social credit system, calculated from financial transactions and daily behavior. NPR's The Indicator learns what it's like to be on the country's list of untrustworthy people.
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China is piloting a new social credit system, calculated from financial transactions and daily behavior. NPR's The Indicator learns what it's like to be on the country's list of untrustworthy people.
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NPR News: Chinese Yuan Continues To Tumble In Value Against U.S. Dollar
Chinese Yuan Continues To Tumble In Value Against U.S. Dollar
This makes Chinese goods imported to the U.S. cheaper and offsets the impact of President Trump's tariffs. At the same time, the stronger dollar makes it harder for U.S. companies to export to China.
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This makes Chinese goods imported to the U.S. cheaper and offsets the impact of President Trump's tariffs. At the same time, the stronger dollar makes it harder for U.S. companies to export to China.
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NPR News: California Voters To Decide Whether To Repeal Recent Gas Tax Hike
California Voters To Decide Whether To Repeal Recent Gas Tax Hike
California Republicans are pushing a ballot measure that would repeal a 2017 increase in the state's gas tax that funds transportation. The effort is widely seen as motivator for Republicans to vote.
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California Republicans are pushing a ballot measure that would repeal a 2017 increase in the state's gas tax that funds transportation. The effort is widely seen as motivator for Republicans to vote.
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NPR News: A Year Later, Americans Are Deeply Divided Over The #MeToo Movement
A Year Later, Americans Are Deeply Divided Over The #MeToo Movement
One year after the #MeToo movement took off, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the nation deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment, with fissures running more along party lines than gender.
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One year after the #MeToo movement took off, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the nation deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment, with fissures running more along party lines than gender.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Mayor Reflects On Deadly Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburgh Mayor Reflects On Deadly Synagogue Shooting
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto about the deadly shooting that took place at a local synagogue last weekend, President Trump's response and more.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto about the deadly shooting that took place at a local synagogue last weekend, President Trump's response and more.
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NPR News: Looking For ACA Health Insurance For 2019? Here's What To Expect
Looking For ACA Health Insurance For 2019? Here's What To Expect
Throughout the U.S., subsidies are available to reduce the price of 2019 policies sold on state and federal insurance exchanges. But promotion of the insurance is varying widely from state to state.
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Throughout the U.S., subsidies are available to reduce the price of 2019 policies sold on state and federal insurance exchanges. But promotion of the insurance is varying widely from state to state.
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NPR News: Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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NPR News: Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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NPR News: Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Pot Is Now Legal In Canada. But Admitting To Using It Can Get You Banned From The U.S.
Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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Canadians say they are being asked at the U.S. border whether they have ever used marijuana. Some were surprised at the result.
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NPR News: Another 'Civil War?' Pessimism About Political Violence Deepens In A Divided Nation
Another 'Civil War?' Pessimism About Political Violence Deepens In A Divided Nation
Following a rash of deaths, threats and violent acts, Americans fear the nation may be growing so far apart that danger may become a regular factor in partisan disputes. It has happened before.
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Following a rash of deaths, threats and violent acts, Americans fear the nation may be growing so far apart that danger may become a regular factor in partisan disputes. It has happened before.
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NPR News: Nearly 30 Percent Of Anti-Semitic Online Attacks Are Bots
Nearly 30 Percent Of Anti-Semitic Online Attacks Are Bots
A study released last week by the Anti-Defamation League revealed that anti-Semitic online slurs have surged in the lead-up to the mid-terms, and many of the attacks are automated.
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A study released last week by the Anti-Defamation League revealed that anti-Semitic online slurs have surged in the lead-up to the mid-terms, and many of the attacks are automated.
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NPR News: Illinois Farmers Put Rare Pig Back On Dinner Table To Save It From Extinction
Illinois Farmers Put Rare Pig Back On Dinner Table To Save It From Extinction
The American mulefoot hog was once popular, but began to die out in favor of fast-growing breeds suited to confinement. But some farmers hope to renew interest in the hogs — by getting them on menus.
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The American mulefoot hog was once popular, but began to die out in favor of fast-growing breeds suited to confinement. But some farmers hope to renew interest in the hogs — by getting them on menus.
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NPR News: Preaching Gospel Of Love And Justice, William Barber Mobilizes Progressive Christians
Preaching Gospel Of Love And Justice, William Barber Mobilizes Progressive Christians
Barber has been compared to Martin Luther King Jr. He has revived the 1968 Poor People's Campaign while continuing to minister to his small town congregation.
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Barber has been compared to Martin Luther King Jr. He has revived the 1968 Poor People's Campaign while continuing to minister to his small town congregation.
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NPR News: In Campaign Sprint, Trump Focus On Immigration Not A Winner For All GOP Candidates
In Campaign Sprint, Trump Focus On Immigration Not A Winner For All GOP Candidates
President Trump holds a campaign rally in Florida on Wednesday — the first of 11 he's planning in the next six days. His immigration message may help GOP Senate candidates but hurt in House races.
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President Trump holds a campaign rally in Florida on Wednesday — the first of 11 he's planning in the next six days. His immigration message may help GOP Senate candidates but hurt in House races.
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NPR News: Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
He's been called China's Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades' worth of martial arts films.
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He's been called China's Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades' worth of martial arts films.
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NPR News: Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
Louis Cha, Who Wrote Beloved Chinese Martial Arts Novels As Jin Yong, Dies
He's been called China's Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades' worth of martial arts films.
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He's been called China's Tolkien, its Martin, its Rowling — all in one. With his adventure stories rooted in ancient China, Louis Cha gave life to decades' worth of martial arts films.
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NPR News: 'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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NPR News: 'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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NPR News: 'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
'It Is Time To End This Conflict': U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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Top Trump administration officials said they're seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they'd like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
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NASA Invites Media to 16th SpaceX Cargo Launch to Space Station
Media accreditation now is open for the targeted Dec. 4 SpaceX launch from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS) in Florida to deliver supplies, equipment and science investigations to the International Space Station.
October 31, 2018
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NPR News: Inside Gaza's Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
Inside Gaza's Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
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As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
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NPR News: Inside Gaza's Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
Inside Gaza's Factory Making Prosthetic Legs For Palestinian Protest Amputees
As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
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As many as 75 Palestinians have needed a leg amputation after suffering Israeli gunshot wounds at Gaza border protests, according to the Artificial Limbs and Polio Center in Gaza City.
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NPR News: Language Barrier Means Millions Of Elderly Can't Access Alzheimer's Trials
Language Barrier Means Millions Of Elderly Can't Access Alzheimer's Trials
In the U.S., Alzheimer's clinical trials are largely limited to fluent English speakers, which leaves millions of patients without the opportunity to participate and scientists without diverse data.
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In the U.S., Alzheimer's clinical trials are largely limited to fluent English speakers, which leaves millions of patients without the opportunity to participate and scientists without diverse data.
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NPR News: Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
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The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
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NPR News: Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
Afghan Army Helicopter Crashes, Killing All 25 On Board
The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
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The helicopter was carrying provincial government officials when it went down on Wednesday. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, according to multiple reports.
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NPR News: Indonesian Rescuers Detect 'Ping,' Believe They've Located Crashed Plane
Indonesian Rescuers Detect 'Ping,' Believe They've Located Crashed Plane
Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane's fuselage.
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Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane's fuselage.
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NPR News: Indonesian Rescuers Detect 'Ping,' Believe They've Located Crashed Plane
Indonesian Rescuers Detect 'Ping,' Believe They've Located Crashed Plane
Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane's fuselage.
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Remains of dozens of people have been recovered in the aftermath of the crash of the plane with 189 aboard. Searchers have located a large object underwater that could be the plane's fuselage.
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NPR News: This Maine District Went For Obama, Then Trump. Now It's A Toss-Up
This Maine District Went For Obama, Then Trump. Now It's A Toss-Up
Maine's mostly rural 2nd Congressional District was won by President Trump and Republican Bruce Poliquin currently holds the House seat. But former Marine Jared Golden hopes to flip it to Democrats.
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Maine's mostly rural 2nd Congressional District was won by President Trump and Republican Bruce Poliquin currently holds the House seat. But former Marine Jared Golden hopes to flip it to Democrats.
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NPR News: Republican Campaign Mailer Faces Accusations Of Anti-Semitism
Republican Campaign Mailer Faces Accusations Of Anti-Semitism
Connecticut voters received a campaign mailer depicting a Democratic state Senate candidate, who is Jewish, greedily holding fists of cash. Many are calling the Republican ad anti-Semitic.
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Connecticut voters received a campaign mailer depicting a Democratic state Senate candidate, who is Jewish, greedily holding fists of cash. Many are calling the Republican ad anti-Semitic.
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NPR News: Why Pop-Up Shops Keeping Popping Up
Why Pop-Up Shops Keeping Popping Up
Halloween pop-up stores occupying temporarily vacant storefronts are back and the pop-up concept is expanding. Now online retailers and digital brands are taking the pop-up model and refining it.
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Halloween pop-up stores occupying temporarily vacant storefronts are back and the pop-up concept is expanding. Now online retailers and digital brands are taking the pop-up model and refining it.
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NPR News: Trump And Anti-Semitism
Trump And Anti-Semitism
President Trump has repeatedly denounced anti-Semitism following the synagogue massacre. But since he took office, anti-Semitic incidents have risen, and his critics say his rhetoric may be to blame.
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President Trump has repeatedly denounced anti-Semitism following the synagogue massacre. But since he took office, anti-Semitic incidents have risen, and his critics say his rhetoric may be to blame.
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NPR News: How A Jewish School In Pittsburgh Teaches About Anti-Semitism
How A Jewish School In Pittsburgh Teaches About Anti-Semitism
In the wake of the shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, teachers at a nearby Jewish immersion school are navigating how to talk to students about the attack and anti-Semitism.
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In the wake of the shooting at a synagogue in Pittsburgh, teachers at a nearby Jewish immersion school are navigating how to talk to students about the attack and anti-Semitism.
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NPR News: News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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NPR News: VIDEO: NFL Protests Stir Culture War For Voters In Southeastern Texas
VIDEO: NFL Protests Stir Culture War For Voters In Southeastern Texas
By weighing in on the NFL protests, President Trump transformed football fields across America into the frontlines of a culture war. Three Texans explain how the debate will inform their votes.
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By weighing in on the NFL protests, President Trump transformed football fields across America into the frontlines of a culture war. Three Texans explain how the debate will inform their votes.
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NPR News: On #MeToo, Americans More Divided By Party Than Gender
On #MeToo, Americans More Divided By Party Than Gender
One year after the #MeToo movement took off, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the nation deeply divided on the issue of sexual assault and harassment. The fissures run more along party lines than gender.
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One year after the #MeToo movement took off, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the nation deeply divided on the issue of sexual assault and harassment. The fissures run more along party lines than gender.
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NPR News: China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.
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China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.
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NPR News: Pakistan's Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan's Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan's Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
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Pakistan's Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
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NPR News: News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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NPR News: China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China Tests A 'Social Credit Score'
China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.
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China is testing a new plan to make it easier for citizens do business, but also to help them trust each other more. It's called the social credit score.
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NPR News: Pakistan's Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan's Supreme Court Overturns Blasphemy Conviction
Pakistan's Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
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Pakistan's Supreme Court has overturned the blasphemy conviction of a Christian woman who had been sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
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NPR News: News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
News Brief: Trump Visits Pittsburgh, Americans Divided On #MeToo, Pakistan Blasphemy Case
After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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After a visit to Pittsburgh, President Trump resumes campaigning tonight in Florida. Also, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the country deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment.
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NPR News: Pakistan Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
Pakistan Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
The Pakistani Catholic woman was convicted of blasphemy in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country's religious right has called for her execution.
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The Pakistani Catholic woman was convicted of blasphemy in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country's religious right has called for her execution.
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NPR News: Pakistan Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
Pakistan Acquits Asia Bibi, Christian Woman On Death Row For Blasphemy
The Pakistani Catholic woman was convicted of blasphemy in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country's religious right has called for her execution.
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The Pakistani Catholic woman was convicted of blasphemy in 2010 after an argument with her Muslim co-workers. The country's religious right has called for her execution.
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NPR News: Southern California Edison Says It Is Partly To Blame For Thomas Fire
Southern California Edison Says It Is Partly To Blame For Thomas Fire
Witnesses say that the fire started at two different places — with one of the points of origin near an SCE power pole, according to the utility company.
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Witnesses say that the fire started at two different places — with one of the points of origin near an SCE power pole, according to the utility company.
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As World’s Air Gets Worse, India Struggles to Breathe
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NPR News: Government Lawyer Says Puerto Rico's Hurricane Response Plan 'Does Not Exist'
Government Lawyer Says Puerto Rico's Hurricane Response Plan 'Does Not Exist'
For months, Puerto Rican officials have said their government is ready for another hurricane. But the part of its emergency response plan dealing specifically with hurricanes hasn't been completed.
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For months, Puerto Rican officials have said their government is ready for another hurricane. But the part of its emergency response plan dealing specifically with hurricanes hasn't been completed.
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NPR News: Legal Scholars Doubt Trump Can End Birthright Citizenship With An Order
Legal Scholars Doubt Trump Can End Birthright Citizenship With An Order
President Trump is floating a new tactic in his immigration crackdown — he wants to end the right to citizenship for babies born in the U.S. to noncitizens. Few legal experts believe it can be done.
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President Trump is floating a new tactic in his immigration crackdown — he wants to end the right to citizenship for babies born in the U.S. to noncitizens. Few legal experts believe it can be done.
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NPR News: Heavy Rains, Wind Blamed For 11 Deaths In Italy
Heavy Rains, Wind Blamed For 11 Deaths In Italy
Venice saw an unusually high tide leaving three-quarters of the city covered in water. Officials in large areas of the country closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors.
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Venice saw an unusually high tide leaving three-quarters of the city covered in water. Officials in large areas of the country closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors.
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NPR News: Legal Scholars Doubt Trump Can End Birthright Citizenship With An Order
Legal Scholars Doubt Trump Can End Birthright Citizenship With An Order
President Trump is floating a new tactic in his immigration crackdown - he wants to end the right to citizenship for babies born in the U.S. to non-citizens. Few legal experts believe it can be done.
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President Trump is floating a new tactic in his immigration crackdown - he wants to end the right to citizenship for babies born in the U.S. to non-citizens. Few legal experts believe it can be done.
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NPR News: Heavy Rains, Wind Blamed For 11 Deaths In Italy
Heavy Rains, Wind Blamed For 11 Deaths In Italy
Venice saw an unusually high tide leaving three-quarters of the city covered in water. Officials in large areas of the country closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors.
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Venice saw an unusually high tide leaving three-quarters of the city covered in water. Officials in large areas of the country closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors.
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NPR News: After Player's Death, U. of Maryland President Will Retire But Football Coach Remains
After Player's Death, U. of Maryland President Will Retire But Football Coach Remains
The university system's board of regents said it would implement all the recommendations from an independent commission's study that found problems in the culture of its football program.
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The university system's board of regents said it would implement all the recommendations from an independent commission's study that found problems in the culture of its football program.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: World's Tallest Statue Ready For Its Inauguration In India
PHOTOS: World's Tallest Statue Ready For Its Inauguration In India
The statue commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement, stands roughly four times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
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The statue commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement, stands roughly four times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
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NPR News: PHOTOS: World's Tallest Statue Ready For Its Inauguration In India
PHOTOS: World's Tallest Statue Ready For Its Inauguration In India
The statue commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement, stands roughly four times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
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The statue commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement, stands roughly four times the height of the Statue of Liberty.
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NPR News: How Anti-Semitism Is Tied To White Nationalism
How Anti-Semitism Is Tied To White Nationalism
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ilana Kaufman of the Jewish Community Relations Council, about how anti-Semitism is tied to white nationalism.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ilana Kaufman of the Jewish Community Relations Council, about how anti-Semitism is tied to white nationalism.
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NPR News: In England, Southampton Community Rallies To Help Bookstore Move Locations
In England, Southampton Community Rallies To Help Bookstore Move Locations
October Books in Southampton, England, threatened by rising rents, managed to buy its own property. When it came time to move, more than 200 supporters created a human chain to move the books.
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October Books in Southampton, England, threatened by rising rents, managed to buy its own property. When it came time to move, more than 200 supporters created a human chain to move the books.
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NPR News: In England, Southampton Community Rallies To Help Bookstore Move Locations
In England, Southampton Community Rallies To Help Bookstore Move Locations
October Books in Southampton, England, threatened by rising rents, managed to buy its own property. When it came time to move, more than 200 supporters created a human chain to move the books.
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October Books in Southampton, England, threatened by rising rents, managed to buy its own property. When it came time to move, more than 200 supporters created a human chain to move the books.
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NPR News: Many In Colorado Are Wondering If #MeToo Has Changed The State's Political World
Many In Colorado Are Wondering If #MeToo Has Changed The State's Political World
Sexual misconduct allegations dominated the Colorado statehouse session this year. Now, many are asking whether the state's #MeToo movement actually changed Colorado's political environment.
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Sexual misconduct allegations dominated the Colorado statehouse session this year. Now, many are asking whether the state's #MeToo movement actually changed Colorado's political environment.
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NPR News: How Pittsburgh's Jewish Community Is Coping After Deadly Shooting At Synagogue
How Pittsburgh's Jewish Community Is Coping After Deadly Shooting At Synagogue
Funerals began Tuesday for the people killed at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Rabbi Aaron Bisno of the Rodef Shalom Congregation talks with NPR's Ailsa Chang about how the community is coping.
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Funerals began Tuesday for the people killed at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Rabbi Aaron Bisno of the Rodef Shalom Congregation talks with NPR's Ailsa Chang about how the community is coping.
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NPR News: Funerals Begin For Those Killed In Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
Funerals Begin For Those Killed In Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburgh's Jewish community began the first funerals on Tuesday for those killed at the Tree of Life Synagogue on Saturday. President Trump also visited the city, but was not welcomed by everyone.
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Pittsburgh's Jewish community began the first funerals on Tuesday for those killed at the Tree of Life Synagogue on Saturday. President Trump also visited the city, but was not welcomed by everyone.
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NPR News: North Dakota Native Americans Scramble For Voting IDs After Requirement Change
North Dakota Native Americans Scramble For Voting IDs After Requirement Change
In North Dakota, the Republican-controlled government has changed voter identification requirements. That's prompting confusion for many Democratic-leaning Native Americans.
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In North Dakota, the Republican-controlled government has changed voter identification requirements. That's prompting confusion for many Democratic-leaning Native Americans.
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NPR News: Gab Goes Offline After Alleged Pittsburgh Shooter Posted Anti-Semitic Threats
Gab Goes Offline After Alleged Pittsburgh Shooter Posted Anti-Semitic Threats
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with researcher Joan Donovan about how the online platform Gab appealed to white supremacists, and why it provides lessons in combating extremism online.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with researcher Joan Donovan about how the online platform Gab appealed to white supremacists, and why it provides lessons in combating extremism online.
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NPR News: The 14th Amendment And The History Of Birthright Citizenship In The U.S.
The 14th Amendment And The History Of Birthright Citizenship In The U.S.
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Martha Jones, author of Birthright Citizens: A History of Race and Rights in Antebellum America, about the history of the birthright citizenship in the United States.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Martha Jones, author of Birthright Citizens: A History of Race and Rights in Antebellum America, about the history of the birthright citizenship in the United States.
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NPR News: How Black Women Voters Could Impact The Midterm Elections
How Black Women Voters Could Impact The Midterm Elections
With the midterms next week, NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., about black women voters and the challenges they face within the Democratic Party.
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With the midterms next week, NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., about black women voters and the challenges they face within the Democratic Party.
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NPR News: Democrats In Utah Could Gain A Bit More Power, If Redistricting Measure Passes
Democrats In Utah Could Gain A Bit More Power, If Redistricting Measure Passes
Utah is considering measures this fall to change how political boundaries are drawn. It's an overwhelmingly Republican state, but voters seem to support a measure that could give Democrats more power.
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Utah is considering measures this fall to change how political boundaries are drawn. It's an overwhelmingly Republican state, but voters seem to support a measure that could give Democrats more power.
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NPR News: Trump Claims He Will End Birthright Citizenship Through Executive Order
Trump Claims He Will End Birthright Citizenship Through Executive Order
President Trump said in an interview with Axios that he is considering an executive order to end birthright citizenship. Most constitutional scholars believe he's unlikely to succeed.
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President Trump said in an interview with Axios that he is considering an executive order to end birthright citizenship. Most constitutional scholars believe he's unlikely to succeed.
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NASA Retires Kepler Space Telescope, Passes Planet-Hunting Torch
After nine years in deep space collecting data that indicate our sky to be filled with billions of hidden planets – more planets even than stars – NASA’s Kepler space telescope has run out of fuel needed for further science operations.
October 30, 2018
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NPR News: How Do You Move A Bookstore? With A Human Chain, Book By Book
How Do You Move A Bookstore? With A Human Chain, Book By Book
Shoulder to shoulder, they formed a line 500 feet long: from the stockroom of the old shop, down the sidewalk, and into the shop floor of the new store.
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Shoulder to shoulder, they formed a line 500 feet long: from the stockroom of the old shop, down the sidewalk, and into the shop floor of the new store.
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NPR News: After Pittburgh, Pharrell Demands Trump Never Play 'Happy' Again
After Pittburgh, Pharrell Demands Trump Never Play 'Happy' Again
Pharrell Williams issued a cease-and-desist letter to Trump after his joyous song was played at an event the day of the massacre — re-opening a can of worms around music usage by political campaigns.
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Pharrell Williams issued a cease-and-desist letter to Trump after his joyous song was played at an event the day of the massacre — re-opening a can of worms around music usage by political campaigns.
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NPR News: How Do You Move A Bookstore? With A Human Chain, Book By Book
How Do You Move A Bookstore? With A Human Chain, Book By Book
Shoulder to shoulder, they formed a line 500 feet long: from the stockroom of the old shop, down the sidewalk, and into the shop floor of the new store.
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Shoulder to shoulder, they formed a line 500 feet long: from the stockroom of the old shop, down the sidewalk, and into the shop floor of the new store.
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NPR News: Convicted Mobster James "Whitey" Bulger Dies At 89
Convicted Mobster James "Whitey" Bulger Dies At 89
James "Whitey" Bulger rose to power as a secret informant to the FBI. His 16-year run as a fugitive made Bulger a legend and deeply embarrassed the FBI.
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James "Whitey" Bulger rose to power as a secret informant to the FBI. His 16-year run as a fugitive made Bulger a legend and deeply embarrassed the FBI.
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NPR News: Old Voting Machines Confuse Some Texans During Midterm Election
Old Voting Machines Confuse Some Texans During Midterm Election
Election officials in Texas say voters need to be patient with the aging voter machines which, at times, are tripping up some voters used to newer technology.
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Election officials in Texas say voters need to be patient with the aging voter machines which, at times, are tripping up some voters used to newer technology.
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NPR News: U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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NPR News: U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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NPR News: U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
U.S. Agency Investigates 'Taxpayer-Funded Anti-Semitism' Against George Soros
A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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A federally funded Spanish-language broadcaster called Soros — among other things — a "non-practicing Jewish financial speculator with flexible morals." Now, its parent agency wants answers.
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NPR News: GOP's Latest Campaign Punch On Health Care Returns To Medicare
GOP's Latest Campaign Punch On Health Care Returns To Medicare
Democrats are hammering Republicans over their efforts to eliminate insurance protections for pre-existing conditions. Republicans are telling seniors their Medicare coverage may be in danger.
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Democrats are hammering Republicans over their efforts to eliminate insurance protections for pre-existing conditions. Republicans are telling seniors their Medicare coverage may be in danger.
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NASA to Hold Media Call on Status of Kepler Space Telescope Today
NASA is hosting a media teleconference on the status of the Kepler space telescope today, Oct. 30, at 3 p.m. EDT.
October 30, 2018
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NPR News: Black Portuguese Plan A Memorial To Honor Enslaved Ancestors
Black Portuguese Plan A Memorial To Honor Enslaved Ancestors
Two planned sites in Lisbon — a slavery memorial and an explorers museum — underscore a clash in Portugal's approaches to its colonial history.
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Two planned sites in Lisbon — a slavery memorial and an explorers museum — underscore a clash in Portugal's approaches to its colonial history.
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NPR News: Black Portuguese Plan A Memorial To Honor Enslaved Ancestors
Black Portuguese Plan A Memorial To Honor Enslaved Ancestors
Two planned sites in Lisbon — a slavery memorial and an explorers museum — underscore a clash in Portugal's approaches to its colonial history.
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Two planned sites in Lisbon — a slavery memorial and an explorers museum — underscore a clash in Portugal's approaches to its colonial history.
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NPR News: Trump Says He Will Void Birthright Citizenship Law Through Executive Order
Trump Says He Will Void Birthright Citizenship Law Through Executive Order
"It was always told to me that you needed a constitutional amendment. Guess what? You don't," Trump said, in a recent interview.
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"It was always told to me that you needed a constitutional amendment. Guess what? You don't," Trump said, in a recent interview.
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NPR News: Authorities Investigate Kentucky Shooting As A Hate Crime
Authorities Investigate Kentucky Shooting As A Hate Crime
Police in Louisville, say the white shooter targeted black victims at a supermarket last week after he failed to get into a black church. The alleged shooter has been charged with murder.
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Police in Louisville, say the white shooter targeted black victims at a supermarket last week after he failed to get into a black church. The alleged shooter has been charged with murder.
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NPR News: Trump To Visit Pittsburgh But Not Everyone Will Welcome Him
Trump To Visit Pittsburgh But Not Everyone Will Welcome Him
President Trump and the first lady are visiting Pittsburgh Tuesday despite an open letter to the president telling him he is not welcome until he denounces white nationalism.
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President Trump and the first lady are visiting Pittsburgh Tuesday despite an open letter to the president telling him he is not welcome until he denounces white nationalism.
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NPR News: Synagogue Shooting Suspect Had Social Media History
Synagogue Shooting Suspect Had Social Media History
The suspect accused HIAS, a Jewish refugee resettlement group, of bringing "invaders" to the U.S. Steve Inskeep talks to the group's education director, Rachel Grant Meyer, about its mission.
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The suspect accused HIAS, a Jewish refugee resettlement group, of bringing "invaders" to the U.S. Steve Inskeep talks to the group's education director, Rachel Grant Meyer, about its mission.
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NPR News: Rescuers Continue Search After Deadly Indonesia Plane Crash
Rescuers Continue Search After Deadly Indonesia Plane Crash
Rescue teams are searching for Lion Air Flight 610's black box and trying to recover bodies and wreckage. Finding survivors "would be a miracle," a search and rescue spokesman said.
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Rescue teams are searching for Lion Air Flight 610's black box and trying to recover bodies and wreckage. Finding survivors "would be a miracle," a search and rescue spokesman said.
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NPR News: Rescuers Continue Search After Deadly Indonesia Plane Crash
Rescuers Continue Search After Deadly Indonesia Plane Crash
Rescue teams are searching for Lion Air Flight 610's black box and trying to recover bodies and wreckage. Finding survivors "would be a miracle," a search and rescue spokesman said.
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Rescue teams are searching for Lion Air Flight 610's black box and trying to recover bodies and wreckage. Finding survivors "would be a miracle," a search and rescue spokesman said.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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NPR News: VIDEO: As Elections Loom, Workers In Trump Country Reckon With Tariffs Fallout
VIDEO: As Elections Loom, Workers In Trump Country Reckon With Tariffs Fallout
President Trump's steel tariffs may force America's largest nail manufacturer out of business. Despite an uncertain future, many factory workers there say they still support the president.
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President Trump's steel tariffs may force America's largest nail manufacturer out of business. Despite an uncertain future, many factory workers there say they still support the president.
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NPR News: Muslims Are Having A Hollywood Moment
Muslims Are Having A Hollywood Moment
More and more sitcoms and dramas on TV and online feature Muslim characters and storylines. That is due, in part, to a new crop of Muslim writers, comedians and actors creating the shows themselves.
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More and more sitcoms and dramas on TV and online feature Muslim characters and storylines. That is due, in part, to a new crop of Muslim writers, comedians and actors creating the shows themselves.
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NPR News: Funerals Begin For Pittsburgh Shooting Victims
Funerals Begin For Pittsburgh Shooting Victims
For many in Pittsburgh's Jewish community, Tuesday's funerals for Cecil and David Rosenthal start the formal period of mourning for victims — a process carefully guided by Jewish tradition.
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For many in Pittsburgh's Jewish community, Tuesday's funerals for Cecil and David Rosenthal start the formal period of mourning for victims — a process carefully guided by Jewish tradition.
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NPR News: Caravan Of Migrants Continues Its March Toward U.S. Border
Caravan Of Migrants Continues Its March Toward U.S. Border
Steve Inskeep talks to journalist David Agren, who has been traveling with the migrant caravan in Mexico, about the thousands of people heading toward the U.S. border.
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Steve Inskeep talks to journalist David Agren, who has been traveling with the migrant caravan in Mexico, about the thousands of people heading toward the U.S. border.
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NPR News: Violence In Honduran City San Pedro Sula Spurs Migrant Caravan
Violence In Honduran City San Pedro Sula Spurs Migrant Caravan
Those migrants who didn't join the caravan say they hope to catch up or start a new one. They say poverty and violence at home leaves them no other option.
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Those migrants who didn't join the caravan say they hope to catch up or start a new one. They say poverty and violence at home leaves them no other option.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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NPR News: Caravan Of Migrants Continues Its March Toward U.S. Border
Caravan Of Migrants Continues Its March Toward U.S. Border
Steve Inskeep talks to journalist David Agren, who has been traveling with the migrant caravan in Mexico, about the thousands of people heading toward the U.S. border.
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Steve Inskeep talks to journalist David Agren, who has been traveling with the migrant caravan in Mexico, about the thousands of people heading toward the U.S. border.
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NPR News: Violence In Honduran City San Pedro Sula Spurs Migrant Caravan
Violence In Honduran City San Pedro Sula Spurs Migrant Caravan
Those migrants who didn't join the caravan say they hope to catch up or start a new one. They say poverty and violence at home leaves them no other option.
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Those migrants who didn't join the caravan say they hope to catch up or start a new one. They say poverty and violence at home leaves them no other option.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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President Trump visits Pittsburgh to show support for victims of the synagogue shooting. How online narratives make their way into the mainstream. And, tracking the migrant caravan in Mexico.
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NPR News: Mail Bomb Suspect Reportedly Had List Of More Than 100 Potential Targets
Mail Bomb Suspect Reportedly Had List Of More Than 100 Potential Targets
Cesar Sayoc, accused of mailing explosive devices to a number of prominent Trump critics, reportedly had a list of potential targets including an editor at The New York Times.
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Cesar Sayoc, accused of mailing explosive devices to a number of prominent Trump critics, reportedly had a list of potential targets including an editor at The New York Times.
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NPR News: 'Is Our Life Worth Just One Photo?' Wrote Couple Who Fell To Death In Yosemite
'Is Our Life Worth Just One Photo?' Wrote Couple Who Fell To Death In Yosemite
Travel bloggers Vishnu Viswanath, 29, and Meenakshi "Minaxi" Moorthy, 30, fell approximately 800 ft. from Taft Point. More than 10 people have died in Yosemite National Park this year.
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Travel bloggers Vishnu Viswanath, 29, and Meenakshi "Minaxi" Moorthy, 30, fell approximately 800 ft. from Taft Point. More than 10 people have died in Yosemite National Park this year.
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NPR News: Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court To Delay Census Citizenship Question Trial
Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court To Delay Census Citizenship Question Trial
The first trial over the controversial citizenship question on the 2020 census is scheduled to start Nov. 5. But the Trump administration is now asking for a delay.
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The first trial over the controversial citizenship question on the 2020 census is scheduled to start Nov. 5. But the Trump administration is now asking for a delay.
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NPR News: 340 Words Of Reassurance From George Washington To An American Hebrew Congregation
340 Words Of Reassurance From George Washington To An American Hebrew Congregation
Following the shooting that left 11 dead in Pittsburgh on Saturday, we look back at a 1790 letter from President George Washington to a Jewish Community in Rhode Island.
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Following the shooting that left 11 dead in Pittsburgh on Saturday, we look back at a 1790 letter from President George Washington to a Jewish Community in Rhode Island.
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NPR News: California Voters May Force Meat And Egg Producers Across The Country To Go Cage-Free
California Voters May Force Meat And Egg Producers Across The Country To Go Cage-Free
California voters will soon decide whether to ban the sale of all veal, pork and eggs from farm animals raised in cages, even when raised in other states.
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California voters will soon decide whether to ban the sale of all veal, pork and eggs from farm animals raised in cages, even when raised in other states.
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NPR News: Russians Honor Victims Of Stalin's Purges Outside Moscow Security Headquarters
Russians Honor Victims Of Stalin's Purges Outside Moscow Security Headquarters
A lawyer attending the "Return of the Names" event said it was a rare occasion to express discontent with Russia's present government.
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A lawyer attending the "Return of the Names" event said it was a rare occasion to express discontent with Russia's present government.
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NPR News: 'One Of The Darkest Hours': Sri Lanka Roiled By Prime Minister's Abrupt Dismissal
'One Of The Darkest Hours': Sri Lanka Roiled By Prime Minister's Abrupt Dismissal
President Maithripala Sirisena fired and replaced his former ally with a controversial former leader, Mahinda Rajapaksa. But lawmakers have rejected what they call a subversion of the constitution.
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President Maithripala Sirisena fired and replaced his former ally with a controversial former leader, Mahinda Rajapaksa. But lawmakers have rejected what they call a subversion of the constitution.
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NPR News: Russians Honor Victims Of Stalin's Purges Outside Moscow Security Headquarters
Russians Honor Victims Of Stalin's Purges Outside Moscow Security Headquarters
A lawyer attending the "Return of the Names" event said it was a rare occasion to express discontent with Russia's present government.
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A lawyer attending the "Return of the Names" event said it was a rare occasion to express discontent with Russia's present government.
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NPR News: 'One Of The Darkest Hours': Sri Lanka Roiled By Prime Minister's Abrupt Dismissal
'One Of The Darkest Hours': Sri Lanka Roiled By Prime Minister's Abrupt Dismissal
President Maithripala Sirisena fired and replaced his former ally with a controversial former leader, Mahinda Rajapaksa. But lawmakers have rejected what they call a subversion of the constitution.
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President Maithripala Sirisena fired and replaced his former ally with a controversial former leader, Mahinda Rajapaksa. But lawmakers have rejected what they call a subversion of the constitution.
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NPR News: Hondurans Closely Following Fate Of Migrant Caravan And Trump's Threats To Cut Aid
Hondurans Closely Following Fate Of Migrant Caravan And Trump's Threats To Cut Aid
President Trump says he's going to cut aid to Central American countries that won't stop their residents from heading to the U.S. Many Hondurans welcome it, though they could lose crucial remittances.
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President Trump says he's going to cut aid to Central American countries that won't stop their residents from heading to the U.S. Many Hondurans welcome it, though they could lose crucial remittances.
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NPR News: Brazil Elects Far-Right Candidate Jair Bolsonaro As Next President
Brazil Elects Far-Right Candidate Jair Bolsonaro As Next President
Brazilians have chosen a new president. He's a far-right former army captain who has espoused racist, misogynistic and homophobic views. His name: Jair Bolsonaro.
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Brazilians have chosen a new president. He's a far-right former army captain who has espoused racist, misogynistic and homophobic views. His name: Jair Bolsonaro.
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NPR News: Remembering Cecil And David Rosenthal, Brothers Killed In Synagogue Shooting
Remembering Cecil And David Rosenthal, Brothers Killed In Synagogue Shooting
Cecil and David Rosenthal could be counted on every Saturday at the Tree of Life Synagogue. Chris Schopf speaks with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly about the two brothers, who were among those killed in Pittsburgh.
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Cecil and David Rosenthal could be counted on every Saturday at the Tree of Life Synagogue. Chris Schopf speaks with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly about the two brothers, who were among those killed in Pittsburgh.
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NPR News: Man Accused Of Sending Pipe Bombs To Trump Critics Makes First Court Appearance
Man Accused Of Sending Pipe Bombs To Trump Critics Makes First Court Appearance
The Florida man accused of sending package bombs to high-profile Democrats, CNN, and critics of President Trump made his first appearance in court on Monday.
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The Florida man accused of sending package bombs to high-profile Democrats, CNN, and critics of President Trump made his first appearance in court on Monday.
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NPR News: Boston Celebrates Red Sox World Series Championship Over L.A. Dodgers
Boston Celebrates Red Sox World Series Championship Over L.A. Dodgers
The city of Boston is celebrating another World Series win, after the Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday night for their fourth championship since 2004.
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The city of Boston is celebrating another World Series win, after the Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday night for their fourth championship since 2004.
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NPR News: Migrant And Refugee Advocates Call On Trump To Tone Down Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric
Migrant And Refugee Advocates Call On Trump To Tone Down Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric
In the wake of the Pittsburgh synagogue killings, immigrant and refugee advocates are calling on President Trump to tone down his rhetoric and address hate crimes.
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In the wake of the Pittsburgh synagogue killings, immigrant and refugee advocates are calling on President Trump to tone down his rhetoric and address hate crimes.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Mourns Following Deadly Attack On Area Synagogue
Pittsburgh Mourns Following Deadly Attack On Area Synagogue
Pittsburgh residents are gathering Monday evening to mourn the 11 people who were shot and killed at an area synagogue on Saturday.
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Pittsburgh residents are gathering Monday evening to mourn the 11 people who were shot and killed at an area synagogue on Saturday.
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NPR News: Trump Stays On Campaign Trail, Attacking Media And Democrats After Synagogue Shooting
Trump Stays On Campaign Trail, Attacking Media And Democrats After Synagogue Shooting
President Trump condemned the deadly synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, but then immediately returned to the campaign trail, and to attacking Democrats and the media.
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President Trump condemned the deadly synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, but then immediately returned to the campaign trail, and to attacking Democrats and the media.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Alleged Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter
What We Know About The Alleged Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with New York Times reporter Julie Turkewitz about what is known so far about the shooter who is accused of killing 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue on Saturday.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with New York Times reporter Julie Turkewitz about what is known so far about the shooter who is accused of killing 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue on Saturday.
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NPR News: Pittsburghers Of All Faiths Gathered To Remember Those Killed In Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburghers Of All Faiths Gathered To Remember Those Killed In Synagogue Shooting
On Sunday, thousands in Pittsburgh came out to an interfaith gathering to remember those who were killed by a gunman at a synagogue on Saturday.
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On Sunday, thousands in Pittsburgh came out to an interfaith gathering to remember those who were killed by a gunman at a synagogue on Saturday.
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NPR News: Anti-Semitic Incidents In The U.S. Appear To Be On The Rise
Anti-Semitic Incidents In The U.S. Appear To Be On The Rise
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Emory University religion Professor Deborah Lipstadt about the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting and the broader rise in anti-Semitism.
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NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Emory University religion Professor Deborah Lipstadt about the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting and the broader rise in anti-Semitism.
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NPR News: Suspect In Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Makes First Court Appearance
Suspect In Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Makes First Court Appearance
Robert Bowers, the suspect in Saturday's deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue, appeared before a federal magistrate Monday. He's been charged with 29 federal counts in connection with the shooting that left 11 dead.
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Robert Bowers, the suspect in Saturday's deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue, appeared before a federal magistrate Monday. He's been charged with 29 federal counts in connection with the shooting that left 11 dead.
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NPR News: Hondurans Closely Following Fate Of Migrant Caravan And Trump's Threats To Cut Aid
Hondurans Closely Following Fate Of Migrant Caravan And Trump's Threats To Cut Aid
President Trump says he's going to cut aid to Central American countries that won't stop their residents from heading to the U.S. Many Hondurans welcome it, though they could lose crucial remittances.
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President Trump says he's going to cut aid to Central American countries that won't stop their residents from heading to the U.S. Many Hondurans welcome it, though they could lose crucial remittances.
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NPR News: Brazil Elects Far-Right Candidate Jair Bolsonaro As Next President
Brazil Elects Far-Right Candidate Jair Bolsonaro As Next President
Brazilians have chosen a new president. He's a far-right former army captain who has espoused racist, misogynistic and homophobic views. His name: Jair Bolsonaro.
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Brazilians have chosen a new president. He's a far-right former army captain who has espoused racist, misogynistic and homophobic views. His name: Jair Bolsonaro.
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NPR News: Pentagon: 5,000 Troops Will Be Deployed To U.S.-Mexico Border
Pentagon: 5,000 Troops Will Be Deployed To U.S.-Mexico Border
The troops will likely be active-duty Army personnel. As U.S. troops are prohibited from performing law enforcement activities within the United States, they will be in support roles only.
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The troops will likely be active-duty Army personnel. As U.S. troops are prohibited from performing law enforcement activities within the United States, they will be in support roles only.
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NPR News: Killing Of 2 At Kentucky Supermarket Is Being Investigated As Hate Crime
Killing Of 2 At Kentucky Supermarket Is Being Investigated As Hate Crime
The police chief of Jeffersontown, Ky., says the attack was racially motivated, and federal prosecutors say they're investigating whether the murders are hate crimes.
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The police chief of Jeffersontown, Ky., says the attack was racially motivated, and federal prosecutors say they're investigating whether the murders are hate crimes.
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NPR News: Eli Saslow Traces A 'Straight Line' From White Nationalism To The Synagogue Shooter
Eli Saslow Traces A 'Straight Line' From White Nationalism To The Synagogue Shooter
"In the horrific hierarchy of white nationalist beliefs, they really consider Jews their primary enemy," the journalist says of the suspect in the Pittsburg shooting Saturday.
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"In the horrific hierarchy of white nationalist beliefs, they really consider Jews their primary enemy," the journalist says of the suspect in the Pittsburg shooting Saturday.
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NPR News: China Tries To Woo A Sprawling Global Chinese Diaspora
China Tries To Woo A Sprawling Global Chinese Diaspora
China is extending its reach into emigre communities overseas in remarkable ways. Harnessing their energy, know-how and capital is one more facet of President Xi Jinping's "Chinese dream."
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China is extending its reach into emigre communities overseas in remarkable ways. Harnessing their energy, know-how and capital is one more facet of President Xi Jinping's "Chinese dream."
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NPR News: China Tries To Woo A Sprawling Global Chinese Diaspora
China Tries To Woo A Sprawling Global Chinese Diaspora
China is extending its reach into emigre communities overseas in remarkable ways. Harnessing their energy, know-how and capital is one more facet of President Xi Jinping's "Chinese dream."
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China is extending its reach into emigre communities overseas in remarkable ways. Harnessing their energy, know-how and capital is one more facet of President Xi Jinping's "Chinese dream."
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NPR News: Food Stamps For Soda: Time To End Billion-Dollar Subsidy For Sugary Drinks?
Food Stamps For Soda: Time To End Billion-Dollar Subsidy For Sugary Drinks?
SNAP provides nutrition assistance for about 42 million Americans, but critics say now is the time to restructure the $70 billion annual program in a way that promotes healthier food choices.
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SNAP provides nutrition assistance for about 42 million Americans, but critics say now is the time to restructure the $70 billion annual program in a way that promotes healthier food choices.
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NPR News: CNN Says 'Another Suspicious Package' Was Intercepted In Atlanta
CNN Says 'Another Suspicious Package' Was Intercepted In Atlanta
The announcement comes as bomb suspect Cesar Altieri Sayoc is due to appear in court on Monday, accused of sending packages to CNN and others last week.
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The announcement comes as bomb suspect Cesar Altieri Sayoc is due to appear in court on Monday, accused of sending packages to CNN and others last week.
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NPR News: Jimmy Carter Calls For Georgia Secretary Of State's Resignation In Personal Plea
Jimmy Carter Calls For Georgia Secretary Of State's Resignation In Personal Plea
Brian Kemp isn't just overseeing Georgia's gubernatorial election, he's also the GOP nominee. And the former president says that double role — among other controversies — endangers voter confidence.
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Brian Kemp isn't just overseeing Georgia's gubernatorial election, he's also the GOP nominee. And the former president says that double role — among other controversies — endangers voter confidence.
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NPR News: German Chancellor Angela Merkel Announces She Won't Seek Another Term
German Chancellor Angela Merkel Announces She Won't Seek Another Term
Merkel had told her party she won't run for re-election as its chairwoman. Her decision comes after the CDU suffered heavy losses in regional elections. She's held the chancellor post for 18 years.
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Merkel had told her party she won't run for re-election as its chairwoman. Her decision comes after the CDU suffered heavy losses in regional elections. She's held the chancellor post for 18 years.
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NPR News: German Chancellor Angela Merkel Announces She Won't Seek Another Term
German Chancellor Angela Merkel Announces She Won't Seek Another Term
Merkel had told her party she won't run for re-election as its chairwoman. Her decision comes after the CDU suffered heavy losses in regional elections. She's held the chancellor post for 18 years.
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Merkel had told her party she won't run for re-election as its chairwoman. Her decision comes after the CDU suffered heavy losses in regional elections. She's held the chancellor post for 18 years.
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NPR News: Germany's Angela Merkel Says She Won't Seek Reelection; Will Leave Party Role
Germany's Angela Merkel Says She Won't Seek Reelection; Will Leave Party Role
"The time has come to open a new chapter," Merkel said, announcing her decision Monday in Berlin.
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"The time has come to open a new chapter," Merkel said, announcing her decision Monday in Berlin.
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NPR News: Germany's Angela Merkel Says She Won't Seek Reelection; Will Leave Party Role
Germany's Angela Merkel Says She Won't Seek Reelection; Will Leave Party Role
"The time has come to open a new chapter," Merkel said, announcing her decision Monday in Berlin.
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"The time has come to open a new chapter," Merkel said, announcing her decision Monday in Berlin.
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NPR News: 'New York Times' Opinion Writer On Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
'New York Times' Opinion Writer On Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
Steve Inskeep talks to Bari Weiss, an opinion writer for The New York Times, who grew up in Squirrel Hill — down the street from where the synagogue shooting took place on Saturday.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Bari Weiss, an opinion writer for The New York Times, who grew up in Squirrel Hill — down the street from where the synagogue shooting took place on Saturday.
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NPR News: Very Painful Scene, Says Rabbi Who Visited Pa. Synagogue
Very Painful Scene, Says Rabbi Who Visited Pa. Synagogue
David Greene talks to Rabbi Jonah Pesner, director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, who visited Pittsburgh after a shooter killed 11 worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue there.
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David Greene talks to Rabbi Jonah Pesner, director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, who visited Pittsburgh after a shooter killed 11 worshipers at the Tree of Life Synagogue there.
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NPR News: Preliminary Results: Far-Right Candidate Wins Brazil's Presidential Runoff
Preliminary Results: Far-Right Candidate Wins Brazil's Presidential Runoff
Jair Bolsonaro — a former army colonel who expressed his admiration for dictatorship and repeatedly denigrated women and gays — looks certain to become the country's new president.
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Jair Bolsonaro — a former army colonel who expressed his admiration for dictatorship and repeatedly denigrated women and gays — looks certain to become the country's new president.
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NPR News: Preliminary Results: Far-Right Candidate Wins Brazil's Presidential Runoff
Preliminary Results: Far-Right Candidate Wins Brazil's Presidential Runoff
Jair Bolsonaro — a former army colonel who expressed his admiration for dictatorship and repeatedly denigrated women and gays — looks certain to become the country's new president.
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Jair Bolsonaro — a former army colonel who expressed his admiration for dictatorship and repeatedly denigrated women and gays — looks certain to become the country's new president.
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NPR News: Remembering The Victims Of The Weekend Synagogue Shooting
Remembering The Victims Of The Weekend Synagogue Shooting
In Pittsburgh on Saturday, 11 people were killed in a shooting attack on a synagogue. The victims ranged in age from 54 to 97. Two of them were brothers and two were a married couple.
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In Pittsburgh on Saturday, 11 people were killed in a shooting attack on a synagogue. The victims ranged in age from 54 to 97. Two of them were brothers and two were a married couple.
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NPR News: Mexican Officials Offer Caravan Members Work Visas If They Stay In Mexico
Mexican Officials Offer Caravan Members Work Visas If They Stay In Mexico
Steve Inskeep talks to Mexico's ambassador to the U.S., Gerónimo Gutiérrez, about his country offering refugees temporary work permits if they stay in southern Mexico and don't continue to the U.S.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Mexico's ambassador to the U.S., Gerónimo Gutiérrez, about his country offering refugees temporary work permits if they stay in southern Mexico and don't continue to the U.S.
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NPR News: Mexican Officials Offer Caravan Members Work Visas If They Stay In Mexico
Mexican Officials Offer Caravan Members Work Visas If They Stay In Mexico
Steve Inskeep talks to Mexico's ambassador to the U.S., Gerónimo Gutiérrez, about his country offering refugees temporary work permits if they stay in southern Mexico and don't continue to the U.S.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Mexico's ambassador to the U.S., Gerónimo Gutiérrez, about his country offering refugees temporary work permits if they stay in southern Mexico and don't continue to the U.S.
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NPR News: Bus Driver Finally Confesses To Being Lost And Returns To Terminal
Bus Driver Finally Confesses To Being Lost And Returns To Terminal
A busload of passengers expected to see the sights of New York. Instead they saw repeated sights of Cleveland. That was the city where they started, and where they drove in circles for hours.
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A busload of passengers expected to see the sights of New York. Instead they saw repeated sights of Cleveland. That was the city where they started, and where they drove in circles for hours.
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NPR News: Synagogue Shooting Follows Rise In Anti-Semitic Incidents, ADL Says
Synagogue Shooting Follows Rise In Anti-Semitic Incidents, ADL Says
The killings at a synagogue in Pittsburgh come amid what the Anti-Defamation League says is a record rise in anti-semitic attacks and online harassment.
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The killings at a synagogue in Pittsburgh come amid what the Anti-Defamation League says is a record rise in anti-semitic attacks and online harassment.
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NPR News: In Indonesia, Airliner Crashes With 189 Aboard
In Indonesia, Airliner Crashes With 189 Aboard
An Indonesian airliner crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta. According to local reports, it suddenly lost altitude and disappeared from radar.
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An Indonesian airliner crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta. According to local reports, it suddenly lost altitude and disappeared from radar.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Community Reels Following Mass Shooting At Synagogue
Pittsburgh Community Reels Following Mass Shooting At Synagogue
At a synagogue on Saturday, 11 congregants were shot to death. Six more were injured in the attack. The suspected gunman, 46-year-old Robert Bowers, is to expected to appear in court Monday.
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At a synagogue on Saturday, 11 congregants were shot to death. Six more were injured in the attack. The suspected gunman, 46-year-old Robert Bowers, is to expected to appear in court Monday.
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NPR News: In Indonesia, Airliner Crashes With 189 Aboard
In Indonesia, Airliner Crashes With 189 Aboard
An Indonesian airliner crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta. According to local reports, it suddenly lost altitude and disappeared from radar.
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An Indonesian airliner crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta. According to local reports, it suddenly lost altitude and disappeared from radar.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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NPR News: Morning News Brief
Morning News Brief
Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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Eleven congregants were shot to death at a synagogue in Pittsburgh on Saturday. The suspect is in custody. How did President Trump respond after the shooting? And, Brazil elects a new president.
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Sunday, 28 October 2018
NPR News: Brazil's Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Wins Presidential Runoff
Brazil's Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Wins Presidential Runoff
The former army colonel has expressed admiration for the country's brutal 1964-1985 dictatorship, made incendiary remarks about women, gays and minorities, and decried "fake news."
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The former army colonel has expressed admiration for the country's brutal 1964-1985 dictatorship, made incendiary remarks about women, gays and minorities, and decried "fake news."
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NPR News: Brazil's Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Wins Presidential Runoff
Brazil's Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Wins Presidential Runoff
The former army colonel has expressed admiration for the country's brutal 1964-1985 dictatorship, made incendiary remarks about women, gays and minorities, and decried "fake news."
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The former army colonel has expressed admiration for the country's brutal 1964-1985 dictatorship, made incendiary remarks about women, gays and minorities, and decried "fake news."
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NPR News: Indonesia Airliner Crashes With 188 Aboard
Indonesia Airliner Crashes With 188 Aboard
The Lion Air Boeing 737-800 disappeared from radar over the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta's international airport. Indonesian television showed video of an oil slick and a debris field.
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The Lion Air Boeing 737-800 disappeared from radar over the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta's international airport. Indonesian television showed video of an oil slick and a debris field.
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NPR News: Indonesia Airliner Crashes With 188 Aboard
Indonesia Airliner Crashes With 188 Aboard
The Lion Air Boeing 737-800 disappeared from radar over the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta's international airport. Indonesian television showed video of an oil slick and a debris field.
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The Lion Air Boeing 737-800 disappeared from radar over the sea shortly after takeoff from Jakarta's international airport. Indonesian television showed video of an oil slick and a debris field.
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NPR News: Boston Red Sox Beat LA Dodgers To Seal World Series Win
Boston Red Sox Beat LA Dodgers To Seal World Series Win
The Red Sox closed the series game 5-1 on the Dodgers' home turf Sunday. A leadoff home run from Steve Pearce and strong pitching from David Price helped Boston land their fourth title in 15 years.
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The Red Sox closed the series game 5-1 on the Dodgers' home turf Sunday. A leadoff home run from Steve Pearce and strong pitching from David Price helped Boston land their fourth title in 15 years.
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NPR News: 'Pittsburgh Post-Gazette' Editor Discusses Synagogue Shooting Coverage
'Pittsburgh Post-Gazette' Editor Discusses Synagogue Shooting Coverage
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pittsburgh Post-Gazette executive editor David Shribman about how the shooting of 11 worshippers at The Tree of Life synagogue is being felt in the city.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pittsburgh Post-Gazette executive editor David Shribman about how the shooting of 11 worshippers at The Tree of Life synagogue is being felt in the city.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Grapples To Explain Synagogue Tragedy To Children
Pittsburgh Grapples To Explain Synagogue Tragedy To Children
Visitors to a children's museum in Pittsburgh react to Saturday's shooting at The Tree of Life synagogue.
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Visitors to a children's museum in Pittsburgh react to Saturday's shooting at The Tree of Life synagogue.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Holds Vigil To Honor Victims In Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburgh Holds Vigil To Honor Victims In Synagogue Shooting
Victims of the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue are honored at a community gathering in Pittsburgh on Sunday night.
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Victims of the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue are honored at a community gathering in Pittsburgh on Sunday night.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Suspect
What We Know About The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Suspect
Robert Bowers, 46, has been charged in the shooting deaths of 11 worshippers at a synagogue in Pittsburgh. Bowers railed against Jews on social media and as he was being apprehended by police.
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Robert Bowers, 46, has been charged in the shooting deaths of 11 worshippers at a synagogue in Pittsburgh. Bowers railed against Jews on social media and as he was being apprehended by police.
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NPR News: Muslim Organizations Raise Funds For Pittsburgh Victims, Families
Muslim Organizations Raise Funds For Pittsburgh Victims, Families
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Tarek El-Messidi, one of the main organizers of the fundraiser "Muslims Unite for Pittsburgh Synagogue," which fundraised $60,000 in 24 hours.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Tarek El-Messidi, one of the main organizers of the fundraiser "Muslims Unite for Pittsburgh Synagogue," which fundraised $60,000 in 24 hours.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Rallies Interfaith Support
Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Rallies Interfaith Support
Sewickley United Methodist Church held a vigil in honor of those killed at the Tree of Life synagogue shooting on Saturday.
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Sewickley United Methodist Church held a vigil in honor of those killed at the Tree of Life synagogue shooting on Saturday.
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NPR News: Squirrel Hill's Tight-Knit Community Rocked By Synagogue Massacre
Squirrel Hill's Tight-Knit Community Rocked By Synagogue Massacre
Members of Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill community remember the 11 people who were killed on Saturday in a shooting.
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Members of Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill community remember the 11 people who were killed on Saturday in a shooting.
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NPR News: Longtime Pittsburgh Resident Remembers Fellow Congregants Killed In Synagogue Shooting
Longtime Pittsburgh Resident Remembers Fellow Congregants Killed In Synagogue Shooting
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pam Weiss, a member of the Tree of Life Synagogue, about some of the 11 people who died on Saturday.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pam Weiss, a member of the Tree of Life Synagogue, about some of the 11 people who died on Saturday.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Mayor Responds To His City's Tragic Shooting
Pittsburgh Mayor Responds To His City's Tragic Shooting
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto about how his city will move forward from the deadly shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto about how his city will move forward from the deadly shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue.
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NPR News: A Look At Gab, The 'Free Speech' Social Site Where Synagogue Shooting Suspect Posted
A Look At Gab, The 'Free Speech' Social Site Where Synagogue Shooting Suspect Posted
The website where the synagogue shooting suspect posted anti-Semitic messages has served as a home for the far-right online in Gab's quest to have few restrictions on speech.
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The website where the synagogue shooting suspect posted anti-Semitic messages has served as a home for the far-right online in Gab's quest to have few restrictions on speech.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Press Conference
Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Press Conference
There was a press conference earlier this hour about the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh Saturday. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro has a recap.
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There was a press conference earlier this hour about the shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh Saturday. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro has a recap.
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NPR News: The Latest On Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
The Latest On Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
NPR's special coverage of Saturday's shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue continues.
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NPR's special coverage of Saturday's shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue continues.
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NPR News: 'Wonderful People, Good Souls': The Victims Of The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
'Wonderful People, Good Souls': The Victims Of The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting
The 11 people who were killed on Saturday ranged in age from 54 to 97; eight were men, three were women. Two of them were brothers, and two were a married couple.
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The 11 people who were killed on Saturday ranged in age from 54 to 97; eight were men, three were women. Two of them were brothers, and two were a married couple.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Victims Identified
Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Victims Identified
Victims range in age from 54 to 97. Robert Bowers , 46, has been charged with 29 separate federal crimes for his attack on the Tree of Life synagogue.
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Victims range in age from 54 to 97. Robert Bowers , 46, has been charged with 29 separate federal crimes for his attack on the Tree of Life synagogue.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Officials Speak On Saturday's Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburgh Officials Speak On Saturday's Synagogue Shooting
Pittsburgh officials are giving a news conference with the latest on the victims of Saturday's shooting.
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Pittsburgh officials are giving a news conference with the latest on the victims of Saturday's shooting.
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NPR News: Why Hondurans Head North
Why Hondurans Head North
Hondurans continue to flee their homeland for a better life up north. Their reasons for leaving include high crime, vicious gangs and few opportunities.
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Hondurans continue to flee their homeland for a better life up north. Their reasons for leaving include high crime, vicious gangs and few opportunities.
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NPR News: Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Leads As Brazilians Vote
Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Leads As Brazilians Vote
Brazil's voters cast ballots today in the second round of the nation's presidential election that could see a far-right candidate, Jair Bolsonaro, elected.
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Brazil's voters cast ballots today in the second round of the nation's presidential election that could see a far-right candidate, Jair Bolsonaro, elected.
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NPR News: A Rural Community Decided To Treat Its Opioid Problem Like A Natural Disaster
A Rural Community Decided To Treat Its Opioid Problem Like A Natural Disaster
A rural county in Washington declared the opioid epidemic a life-threatening emergency. They use a multi-agency coordination group straight out of FEMA's playbook to respond to the crisis.
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A rural county in Washington declared the opioid epidemic a life-threatening emergency. They use a multi-agency coordination group straight out of FEMA's playbook to respond to the crisis.
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NPR News: Synagogue's Former Rabbi On Pittsburgh's Jewish Community
Synagogue's Former Rabbi On Pittsburgh's Jewish Community
The mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh has left the Jewish community reeling. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to Rabbi Chuck Diamond about the impact.
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The mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh has left the Jewish community reeling. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to Rabbi Chuck Diamond about the impact.
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NPR News: What We Know About The Pittsburgh Shooting
What We Know About The Pittsburgh Shooting
Eleven people were killed and at least six injured when a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue.
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Eleven people were killed and at least six injured when a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue.
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NPR News: The Call-In: Civil Discourse
The Call-In: Civil Discourse
In our call-in segment, we hear from listeners about where they go in their community for civil conversations with people of different political stripes.
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In our call-in segment, we hear from listeners about where they go in their community for civil conversations with people of different political stripes.
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NPR News: Rhetoric In Media And Politics
Rhetoric In Media And Politics
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro discusses civil rhetoric with Carolyn Lukensmeyer of the National Institute for Civil Discourse and Ariela Schachter of Washington University in St. Louis.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro discusses civil rhetoric with Carolyn Lukensmeyer of the National Institute for Civil Discourse and Ariela Schachter of Washington University in St. Louis.
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NPR News: Anti-Semitic Incidents Increasing, ADL Says
Anti-Semitic Incidents Increasing, ADL Says
Following a deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with George Selim of the Anti-Defamation League about the rise of anti-Semitic incidents and speech.
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Following a deadly shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue, NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with George Selim of the Anti-Defamation League about the rise of anti-Semitic incidents and speech.
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NPR News: Pittsburgh Shooting Update
Pittsburgh Shooting Update
Eleven people were killed and at least six injured when a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The suspect had reportedly made anti-Semitic comments online.
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Eleven people were killed and at least six injured when a gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The suspect had reportedly made anti-Semitic comments online.
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NPR News: Why Hondurans Head North
Why Hondurans Head North
Hondurans continue to flee their homeland for a better life up north. Their reasons for leaving include high crime, vicious gangs and few opportunities.
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Hondurans continue to flee their homeland for a better life up north. Their reasons for leaving include high crime, vicious gangs and few opportunities.
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NPR News: Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Leads As Brazilians Vote
Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Leads As Brazilians Vote
Brazil's voters cast ballots today in the second round of the nation's presidential election that could see a far-right candidate, Jair Bolsonaro, elected.
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Brazil's voters cast ballots today in the second round of the nation's presidential election that could see a far-right candidate, Jair Bolsonaro, elected.
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NPR News: A New Law In Latvia Aims To Preserve National Language By Limiting Russian In Schools
A New Law In Latvia Aims To Preserve National Language By Limiting Russian In Schools
Many Latvians believe they need to protect themselves against cultural and political assimilation by their giant neighbor. But the country's Russian speakers say the new law is discriminatory.
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Many Latvians believe they need to protect themselves against cultural and political assimilation by their giant neighbor. But the country's Russian speakers say the new law is discriminatory.
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NPR News: A New Law In Latvia Aims To Preserve National Language By Limiting Russian In Schools
A New Law In Latvia Aims To Preserve National Language By Limiting Russian In Schools
Many Latvians believe they need to protect themselves against cultural and political assimilation by their giant neighbor. But the country's Russian speakers say the new law is discriminatory.
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Many Latvians believe they need to protect themselves against cultural and political assimilation by their giant neighbor. But the country's Russian speakers say the new law is discriminatory.
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NPR News: Ahead Of The 2018 Election, Texas AG Ramps Up Voter Fraud Prosecutions
Ahead Of The 2018 Election, Texas AG Ramps Up Voter Fraud Prosecutions
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been charging a record number of people with so-called "voter fraud" in the state, which is something voting experts say is extremely rare.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been charging a record number of people with so-called "voter fraud" in the state, which is something voting experts say is extremely rare.
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Saturday, 27 October 2018
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