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Sunday, 31 March 2019
NPR News: What You Need To Know About The 2020 Census
What You Need To Know About The 2020 Census
Why is the census important? How is it conducted? When does it officially start? NPR answers your questions about the upcoming national head count required by the U.S. Constitution once a decade.
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Why is the census important? How is it conducted? When does it officially start? NPR answers your questions about the upcoming national head count required by the U.S. Constitution once a decade.
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NPR News: More Flamingos Are Flocking to Mumbai Than Ever Before. The Reason Could be Sewage
More Flamingos Are Flocking to Mumbai Than Ever Before. The Reason Could be Sewage
There is an almost three-fold increase in the flamingo population in Mumbai, India. Rahul Khot, assistant director at the Bombay Natural History Society, tells NPR his speculations as to why.
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There is an almost three-fold increase in the flamingo population in Mumbai, India. Rahul Khot, assistant director at the Bombay Natural History Society, tells NPR his speculations as to why.
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NPR News: More Flamingos Are Flocking to Mumbai Than Ever Before. The Reason Could be Sewage
More Flamingos Are Flocking to Mumbai Than Ever Before. The Reason Could be Sewage
There is an almost three-fold increase in the flamingo population in Mumbai, India. Rahul Khot, assistant director at the Bombay Natural History Society, tells NPR his speculations as to why.
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There is an almost three-fold increase in the flamingo population in Mumbai, India. Rahul Khot, assistant director at the Bombay Natural History Society, tells NPR his speculations as to why.
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NPR News: The 'Erin Brockovich of Slovakia' Is Elected The Country's First Female President
The 'Erin Brockovich of Slovakia' Is Elected The Country's First Female President
Slovakia elected anti-corruption campaigner Zuzana Caputova Saturday evening. The environmental activist turned politician has been hailed as the "Erin Brockovich of Slovakia."
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Slovakia elected anti-corruption campaigner Zuzana Caputova Saturday evening. The environmental activist turned politician has been hailed as the "Erin Brockovich of Slovakia."
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NPR News: The 'Erin Brockovich of Slovakia' Is Elected The Country's First Female President
The 'Erin Brockovich of Slovakia' Is Elected The Country's First Female President
Slovakia elected anti-corruption campaigner Zuzana Caputova Saturday evening. The environmental activist turned politician has been hailed as the "Erin Brockovich of Slovakia."
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Slovakia elected anti-corruption campaigner Zuzana Caputova Saturday evening. The environmental activist turned politician has been hailed as the "Erin Brockovich of Slovakia."
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NPR News: A Game of Thrones Fan Traveled To The Arctic As Part Of A Worldwide Scavenger Hunt
A Game of Thrones Fan Traveled To The Arctic As Part Of A Worldwide Scavenger Hunt
HBO created a world-wide scavenger hunt to promote the last season of Game of Thrones. Josefine Wallenå of Sweden drove eight hours in her quest to find the Iron Throne.
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HBO created a world-wide scavenger hunt to promote the last season of Game of Thrones. Josefine Wallenå of Sweden drove eight hours in her quest to find the Iron Throne.
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NPR News: A Game of Thrones Fan Traveled To The Arctic As Part Of A Worldwide Scavenger Hunt
A Game of Thrones Fan Traveled To The Arctic As Part Of A Worldwide Scavenger Hunt
HBO created a world-wide scavenger hunt to promote the last season of Game of Thrones. Josefine Wallenå of Sweden drove eight hours in her quest to find the Iron Throne.
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HBO created a world-wide scavenger hunt to promote the last season of Game of Thrones. Josefine Wallenå of Sweden drove eight hours in her quest to find the Iron Throne.
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NPR News: In New York, Free Legal Help Arrives For Low-Income Tenants In Housing Court
In New York, Free Legal Help Arrives For Low-Income Tenants In Housing Court
New York City has launched an effort to provided free legal counsel to low-income tenants facing eviction and reducing displacement. Other cities may soon follow.
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New York City has launched an effort to provided free legal counsel to low-income tenants facing eviction and reducing displacement. Other cities may soon follow.
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NPR News: Has Sexism Become A Barrier To A Brexit Breakthrough?
Has Sexism Become A Barrier To A Brexit Breakthrough?
This week, the British parliament once again rejected a plan by Prime Minister Theresa May's to leave the European Union. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Hannah Peaker, a leader of the Women's Equality party, about May's leadership and her critics.
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This week, the British parliament once again rejected a plan by Prime Minister Theresa May's to leave the European Union. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Hannah Peaker, a leader of the Women's Equality party, about May's leadership and her critics.
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NPR News: Has Sexism Become A Barrier To A Brexit Breakthrough?
Has Sexism Become A Barrier To A Brexit Breakthrough?
This week, the British parliament once again rejected a plan by Prime Minister Theresa May's to leave the European Union. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Hannah Peaker, a leader of the Women's Equality party, about May's leadership and her critics.
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This week, the British parliament once again rejected a plan by Prime Minister Theresa May's to leave the European Union. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Hannah Peaker, a leader of the Women's Equality party, about May's leadership and her critics.
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NPR News: 4 Palestinians Killed Along Gaza Border In 'Great March of Return' Protest
4 Palestinians Killed Along Gaza Border In 'Great March of Return' Protest
Despite these deaths, the day was calmer than expected, as Israel and Palestine work to negotiate a deal. "This was not something extraordinary," retired Israeli Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser told NPR.
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Despite these deaths, the day was calmer than expected, as Israel and Palestine work to negotiate a deal. "This was not something extraordinary," retired Israeli Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser told NPR.
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NPR News: 4 Palestinians Killed Along Gaza Border In 'Great March of Return' Protest
4 Palestinians Killed Along Gaza Border In 'Great March of Return' Protest
Despite these deaths, the day was calmer than expected, as Israel and Palestine work to negotiate a deal. "This was not something extraordinary," retired Israeli Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser told NPR.
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Despite these deaths, the day was calmer than expected, as Israel and Palestine work to negotiate a deal. "This was not something extraordinary," retired Israeli Brig. Gen. Yossi Kuperwasser told NPR.
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NPR News: Joe Biden Offered 'Expressions Of Affection' But Denies Inappropriate Behavior
Joe Biden Offered 'Expressions Of Affection' But Denies Inappropriate Behavior
The former vice president and likely presidential candidate said he does not believe he acted inappropriately. "If it is suggested I did so, I will listen respectfully," Biden said in a statement.
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The former vice president and likely presidential candidate said he does not believe he acted inappropriately. "If it is suggested I did so, I will listen respectfully," Biden said in a statement.
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NPR News: Building For An Uncertain Future: Miami Residents Adapt To The Changing Climate
Building For An Uncertain Future: Miami Residents Adapt To The Changing Climate
In Miami, the effects of global warming are not hypothetical predictions but realities of everyday life, prompting change by government, businesses and individuals alike.
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In Miami, the effects of global warming are not hypothetical predictions but realities of everyday life, prompting change by government, businesses and individuals alike.
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NPR News: A Key To Peace In Afghanistan? Consider Conservation, Says One Scientist
A Key To Peace In Afghanistan? Consider Conservation, Says One Scientist
Alex Dehgan, a former State Department official who ran the Wildlife Conservation Society's Afghanistan program, argues science diplomacy can play a key role in rebuilding the country.
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Alex Dehgan, a former State Department official who ran the Wildlife Conservation Society's Afghanistan program, argues science diplomacy can play a key role in rebuilding the country.
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NPR News: Closing Time: The Science Behind Nostalgia For Our Favorite Bars
Closing Time: The Science Behind Nostalgia For Our Favorite Bars
First dates. Local bands. College years. The word "nostalgia" is mentioned frequently in regard to our beloved haunts that shuttered long ago. But how do we form these special feelings for a place?
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First dates. Local bands. College years. The word "nostalgia" is mentioned frequently in regard to our beloved haunts that shuttered long ago. But how do we form these special feelings for a place?
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NPR News: A Key To Peace In Afghanistan? Consider Conservation, Says One Scientist
A Key To Peace In Afghanistan? Consider Conservation, Says One Scientist
Alex Dehgan, a former State Department official who ran the Wildlife Conservation Society's Afghanistan program, argues science diplomacy can play a key role in rebuilding the country.
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Alex Dehgan, a former State Department official who ran the Wildlife Conservation Society's Afghanistan program, argues science diplomacy can play a key role in rebuilding the country.
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NPR News: View From Mexico On Trump's Latest Rhetoric
View From Mexico On Trump's Latest Rhetoric
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks José Díaz-Briseño, Washington correspondent for the Mexican newspaper Reforma, how Mexico has been reacting to the latest escalation in rhetoric from President Trump.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks José Díaz-Briseño, Washington correspondent for the Mexican newspaper Reforma, how Mexico has been reacting to the latest escalation in rhetoric from President Trump.
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NPR News: Israeli Troops Kill At Least 4 Palestinian Protesters, Gaza Health Officials Say
Israeli Troops Kill At Least 4 Palestinian Protesters, Gaza Health Officials Say
On the first anniversary of major protests at the border fence between Israel and Gaza, demonstrations were calmer than usual, but four Palestinians were killed.
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On the first anniversary of major protests at the border fence between Israel and Gaza, demonstrations were calmer than usual, but four Palestinians were killed.
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NPR News: View From Mexico On Trump's Latest Rhetoric
View From Mexico On Trump's Latest Rhetoric
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks José Díaz-Briseño, Washington correspondent for the Mexican newspaper Reforma, how Mexico has been reacting to the latest escalation in rhetoric from President Trump.
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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks José Díaz-Briseño, Washington correspondent for the Mexican newspaper Reforma, how Mexico has been reacting to the latest escalation in rhetoric from President Trump.
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NPR News: Israeli Troops Kill At Least 4 Palestinian Protesters, Gaza Health Officials Say
Israeli Troops Kill At Least 4 Palestinian Protesters, Gaza Health Officials Say
On the first anniversary of major protests at the border fence between Israel and Gaza, demonstrations were calmer than usual, but four Palestinians were killed.
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On the first anniversary of major protests at the border fence between Israel and Gaza, demonstrations were calmer than usual, but four Palestinians were killed.
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NPR News: Georgia's Abortion Bill Matches Trend Toward More Restrictions
Georgia's Abortion Bill Matches Trend Toward More Restrictions
Georgia lawmakers have passed a "fetal heartbeat" abortion bill. It's part of a larger trend, with many state legislatures taking steps toward banning the procedure early in pregnancy.
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Georgia lawmakers have passed a "fetal heartbeat" abortion bill. It's part of a larger trend, with many state legislatures taking steps toward banning the procedure early in pregnancy.
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NPR News: What It's Like To Be A Transgender Person In ICE Custody
What It's Like To Be A Transgender Person In ICE Custody
Johely Campos Cervantes was detained by ICE in 2018. She describes to NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro how she was treated as a transgender person in ICE custody.
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Johely Campos Cervantes was detained by ICE in 2018. She describes to NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro how she was treated as a transgender person in ICE custody.
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NPR News: On Public Lands, Visitors Surge While Federal Management Funds Decline
On Public Lands, Visitors Surge While Federal Management Funds Decline
Western towns surrounded by and dependent upon public lands are forced to get creative as federal recreation budgets continue a slow decline. They are boosting local efforts to maintain public access.
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Western towns surrounded by and dependent upon public lands are forced to get creative as federal recreation budgets continue a slow decline. They are boosting local efforts to maintain public access.
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NPR News: For The First Time, U.S. Census To Collect Responses In Arabic Among 13 Languages
For The First Time, U.S. Census To Collect Responses In Arabic Among 13 Languages
Households can respond to the 2020 census in more than double the number of languages supported in 2010. But some Arab-American community leaders are worried many Arabic speakers won't participate.
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Households can respond to the 2020 census in more than double the number of languages supported in 2010. But some Arab-American community leaders are worried many Arabic speakers won't participate.
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Saturday, 30 March 2019
NPR News: What To Expect When Your Giant Panda Might Be Expecting
What To Expect When Your Giant Panda Might Be Expecting
A team of scientists and veterinarians at the National Zoo artificially inseminated Mei Xiang on Thursday evening. Giant Pandas are only able to get pregnant for 24 to 72 hours each year.
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A team of scientists and veterinarians at the National Zoo artificially inseminated Mei Xiang on Thursday evening. Giant Pandas are only able to get pregnant for 24 to 72 hours each year.
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NPR News: Autopsy For 7-Year-Old Migrant Who Died In U.S. Custody Shows She Died Of Sepsis
Autopsy For 7-Year-Old Migrant Who Died In U.S. Custody Shows She Died Of Sepsis
Jakelin Caal Maquin was in the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection when she died. The autopsy report says sepsis infection led to the failure of multiple organs.
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Jakelin Caal Maquin was in the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection when she died. The autopsy report says sepsis infection led to the failure of multiple organs.
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NPR News: Why The Latest Fentanyl Surge Is Hitting Some Communities Harder Than Others
Why The Latest Fentanyl Surge Is Hitting Some Communities Harder Than Others
The powerful opioid fentanyl is cheap to produce and can yield hefty profits. It is now replacing or being added to heroin, cocaine and even meth — and the overdose death rate is soaring.
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The powerful opioid fentanyl is cheap to produce and can yield hefty profits. It is now replacing or being added to heroin, cocaine and even meth — and the overdose death rate is soaring.
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NPR News: Customs And Border Protection Officials Say Their Holding Facilities Are At Capacity
Customs And Border Protection Officials Say Their Holding Facilities Are At Capacity
A top immigration official says the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point" due to a record number of migrants seeking asylum.
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A top immigration official says the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point" due to a record number of migrants seeking asylum.
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NPR News: What Life After ISIS Looks Like In Iraq
What Life After ISIS Looks Like In Iraq
The Syrian government has declared victory over ISIS — years after the same was said of Iraq. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Yale researcher Mara Redlich Revkin about life after ISIS in Iraq.
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The Syrian government has declared victory over ISIS — years after the same was said of Iraq. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Yale researcher Mara Redlich Revkin about life after ISIS in Iraq.
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NPR News: Amid Anxiety Surrounding Boeing's 737 Max Jets, One Airline Wants To Cancel Its Order
Amid Anxiety Surrounding Boeing's 737 Max Jets, One Airline Wants To Cancel Its Order
The airline Garuda Indonesia wants to cancel its order of 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 planes, but contracts make it expensive to do so.
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The airline Garuda Indonesia wants to cancel its order of 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 planes, but contracts make it expensive to do so.
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NPR News: Many Pregnant Women Are Among Those Leaving Venezuela
Many Pregnant Women Are Among Those Leaving Venezuela
Venezuela is in the midst of an economic and political crisis. That's led many pregnant women to seek medical attention across the border in Colombia.
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Venezuela is in the midst of an economic and political crisis. That's led many pregnant women to seek medical attention across the border in Colombia.
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NPR News: What Life After ISIS Looks Like In Iraq
What Life After ISIS Looks Like In Iraq
The Syrian government has declared victory over ISIS — years after the same was said of Iraq. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Yale researcher Mara Redlich Revkin about life after ISIS in Iraq.
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The Syrian government has declared victory over ISIS — years after the same was said of Iraq. NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Yale researcher Mara Redlich Revkin about life after ISIS in Iraq.
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NPR News: Amid Anxiety Surrounding Boeing's 737 Max Jets, One Airline Wants To Cancel Its Order
Amid Anxiety Surrounding Boeing's 737 Max Jets, One Airline Wants To Cancel Its Order
The airline Garuda Indonesia wants to cancel its order of 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 planes, but contracts make it expensive to do so.
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The airline Garuda Indonesia wants to cancel its order of 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 planes, but contracts make it expensive to do so.
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NPR News: Many Pregnant Women Are Among Those Leaving Venezuela
Many Pregnant Women Are Among Those Leaving Venezuela
Venezuela is in the midst of an economic and political crisis. That's led many pregnant women to seek medical attention across the border in Colombia.
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Venezuela is in the midst of an economic and political crisis. That's led many pregnant women to seek medical attention across the border in Colombia.
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NPR News: China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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NPR News: China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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NPR News: China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
China's Global Construction Boom Puts Spotlight On Questionable Labor Practices
Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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Chinese companies are recruiting workers from home and subjecting them to harsh treatment abroad. In one case, laborers brought to the U.S. were forced to work 14-hour days without pay.
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NPR News: Georgia's 'Uneasy Truce' On Abortion Ends
Georgia's 'Uneasy Truce' On Abortion Ends
Georgia lawmakers approved a bill Friday that, if signed by Gov. Brian Kemp, will ban abortions once a heartbeat is detected in an embryo, which is typically about six weeks into a pregnancy.
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Georgia lawmakers approved a bill Friday that, if signed by Gov. Brian Kemp, will ban abortions once a heartbeat is detected in an embryo, which is typically about six weeks into a pregnancy.
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NPR News: Dealing With Trauma After A Mass Shooting — Over The Long Term
Dealing With Trauma After A Mass Shooting — Over The Long Term
After apparent suicides rocked the communities of Newtown, Conn., and Parkland, Fla., one shooting survivor speaks out about the lasting mental health repercussions of these traumatic experiences.
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After apparent suicides rocked the communities of Newtown, Conn., and Parkland, Fla., one shooting survivor speaks out about the lasting mental health repercussions of these traumatic experiences.
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NPR News: A Comedian Plays Ukraine's President On TV. Will He Become One In Real Life?
A Comedian Plays Ukraine's President On TV. Will He Become One In Real Life?
Volodymyr Zelenskiy's only connection to politics is the role he plays in a hit TV series about a man who accidentally becomes Ukraine's president. He's leading in polls ahead of Sunday's elections.
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Volodymyr Zelenskiy's only connection to politics is the role he plays in a hit TV series about a man who accidentally becomes Ukraine's president. He's leading in polls ahead of Sunday's elections.
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NPR News: A Comedian Plays Ukraine's President On TV. Will He Become One In Real Life?
A Comedian Plays Ukraine's President On TV. Will He Become One In Real Life?
Volodymyr Zelenskiy's only connection to politics is the role he plays in a hit TV series about a man who accidentally becomes Ukraine's president. He's leading in polls ahead of Sunday's elections.
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Volodymyr Zelenskiy's only connection to politics is the role he plays in a hit TV series about a man who accidentally becomes Ukraine's president. He's leading in polls ahead of Sunday's elections.
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NPR News: Ukraine Election Preview
Ukraine Election Preview
Ukrainians are going to the polls to elect a new president. Disillusionment with pervasive corruption and fatigue with a low-level war have not put a damper on Ukraine's lively politics, though.
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Ukrainians are going to the polls to elect a new president. Disillusionment with pervasive corruption and fatigue with a low-level war have not put a damper on Ukraine's lively politics, though.
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NPR News: Brexit: What Now?
Brexit: What Now?
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tony Travers of the London School of Economics about the drama surrounding Brexit.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tony Travers of the London School of Economics about the drama surrounding Brexit.
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NPR News: Families Of ISIS Fighters Crowd Camps In Syria
Families Of ISIS Fighters Crowd Camps In Syria
The U.S. and Syrian-Kurdish forces have driven ISIS out of Syria. Now, tens of thousands of the women and children — the families of ISIS fighters — are in an overcrowded, remote camp in Syria.
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The U.S. and Syrian-Kurdish forces have driven ISIS out of Syria. Now, tens of thousands of the women and children — the families of ISIS fighters — are in an overcrowded, remote camp in Syria.
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NPR News: Massive Crowds Protest Against Algerian President Bouteflika
Massive Crowds Protest Against Algerian President Bouteflika
Algerians gathered for the country's largest protests yet against President Bouteflika's bid to run again for a fifth term.
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Algerians gathered for the country's largest protests yet against President Bouteflika's bid to run again for a fifth term.
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NPR News: Sen. Bob Menendez On Venezuela
Sen. Bob Menendez On Venezuela
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., about the situation in Venezuela and the end of the Mueller investigation.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., about the situation in Venezuela and the end of the Mueller investigation.
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NPR News: Opinion: Remembering Pilot Michel Bacos, Hero Of The 1976 Entebbe Hijacking
Opinion: Remembering Pilot Michel Bacos, Hero Of The 1976 Entebbe Hijacking
Remembering Michel Bacos, a French pilot who served in World War II and bravely remained behind with Jewish passengers when his 1976 commercial flight was hijacked by Palestinian and German terrorists
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Remembering Michel Bacos, a French pilot who served in World War II and bravely remained behind with Jewish passengers when his 1976 commercial flight was hijacked by Palestinian and German terrorists
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NPR News: The Lasting Trauma After A Mass Shooting
The Lasting Trauma After A Mass Shooting
There have been three apparent suicides in Parkland, Fla. and Newtown, Conn. in the past two weeks. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sherrie Lawson, a survivor of the Washington Navy Yard shooting.
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There have been three apparent suicides in Parkland, Fla. and Newtown, Conn. in the past two weeks. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sherrie Lawson, a survivor of the Washington Navy Yard shooting.
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NPR News: St. Louis Museum Catches Fire, But Firefighters Save Artifacts
St. Louis Museum Catches Fire, But Firefighters Save Artifacts
The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in St. Louis burned in a massive fire on Tuesday. But firefighters were able to save many of the priceless documents inside. Kerry Manderbach is the director.
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The Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in St. Louis burned in a massive fire on Tuesday. But firefighters were able to save many of the priceless documents inside. Kerry Manderbach is the director.
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NPR News: Oregon's Experiment In Statewide Rent Control
Oregon's Experiment In Statewide Rent Control
Oregon passed a law to become the first state in the country to institute rent control statewide. Progressives love the idea, but housing advocates say it won't solve the housing affordability crisis.
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Oregon passed a law to become the first state in the country to institute rent control statewide. Progressives love the idea, but housing advocates say it won't solve the housing affordability crisis.
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NPR News: Ukraine Election Preview
Ukraine Election Preview
Ukrainians are going to the polls to elect a new president. Disillusionment with pervasive corruption and fatigue with a low-level war have not put a damper on Ukraine's lively politics, though.
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Ukrainians are going to the polls to elect a new president. Disillusionment with pervasive corruption and fatigue with a low-level war have not put a damper on Ukraine's lively politics, though.
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NPR News: Brexit: What Now?
Brexit: What Now?
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tony Travers of the London School of Economics about the drama surrounding Brexit.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Tony Travers of the London School of Economics about the drama surrounding Brexit.
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NPR News: Families Of ISIS Fighters Crowd Camps In Syria
Families Of ISIS Fighters Crowd Camps In Syria
The U.S. and Syrian-Kurdish forces have driven ISIS out of Syria. Now, tens of thousands of the women and children — the families of ISIS fighters — are in an overcrowded, remote camp in Syria.
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The U.S. and Syrian-Kurdish forces have driven ISIS out of Syria. Now, tens of thousands of the women and children — the families of ISIS fighters — are in an overcrowded, remote camp in Syria.
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NPR News: Massive Crowds Protest Against Algerian President Bouteflika
Massive Crowds Protest Against Algerian President Bouteflika
Algerians gathered for the country's largest protests yet against President Bouteflika's bid to run again for a fifth term.
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Algerians gathered for the country's largest protests yet against President Bouteflika's bid to run again for a fifth term.
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NPR News: Sen. Bob Menendez On Venezuela
Sen. Bob Menendez On Venezuela
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., about the situation in Venezuela and the end of the Mueller investigation.
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NPR's Scott Simon talks with Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., about the situation in Venezuela and the end of the Mueller investigation.
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NPR News: Opinion: Remembering Pilot Michel Bacos, Hero Of The 1976 Entebbe Hijacking
Opinion: Remembering Pilot Michel Bacos, Hero Of The 1976 Entebbe Hijacking
Remembering Michel Bacos, a French pilot who served in World War II and bravely remained behind with Jewish passengers when his 1976 commercial flight was hijacked by Palestinian and German terrorists
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Remembering Michel Bacos, a French pilot who served in World War II and bravely remained behind with Jewish passengers when his 1976 commercial flight was hijacked by Palestinian and German terrorists
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NPR News: Meet The Small-Town Newspaper Editor Who's Drawing 2020 Democrats To Rural Iowa
Meet The Small-Town Newspaper Editor Who's Drawing 2020 Democrats To Rural Iowa
A least four of the major Democratic candidates will gather for an event billed as a way for the party to reconnect with rural voters. "If you ain't there, you're square," editor Art Cullen says.
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A least four of the major Democratic candidates will gather for an event billed as a way for the party to reconnect with rural voters. "If you ain't there, you're square," editor Art Cullen says.
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NPR News: In Florida, Doctors See Climate Change Hurting Their Most Vulnerable Patients
In Florida, Doctors See Climate Change Hurting Their Most Vulnerable Patients
The medical community in Florida is increasingly sounding the alarm about the health risks associated with rising temperatures.
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The medical community in Florida is increasingly sounding the alarm about the health risks associated with rising temperatures.
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NPR News: As Electric Scooters Proliferate, So Do Minor Injuries And Blocked Sidewalks
As Electric Scooters Proliferate, So Do Minor Injuries And Blocked Sidewalks
Electric scooters provide users with a fun, quick and affordable mode of transportation. But medical experts are observing a growing public health concern, and officials are slow to provide solutions.
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Electric scooters provide users with a fun, quick and affordable mode of transportation. But medical experts are observing a growing public health concern, and officials are slow to provide solutions.
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Friday, 29 March 2019
NPR News: Man In France, Accused Of Sheltering ISIS Terrorists, Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison
Man In France, Accused Of Sheltering ISIS Terrorists, Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison
Jawad Bendaoud denied knowing that the two men seeking refuge in Paris were involved in a devastating attack on the city, which killed 130 people and injured hundreds more in 2015.
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Jawad Bendaoud denied knowing that the two men seeking refuge in Paris were involved in a devastating attack on the city, which killed 130 people and injured hundreds more in 2015.
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NPR News: Man In France, Accused Of Sheltering ISIS Terrorists, Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison
Man In France, Accused Of Sheltering ISIS Terrorists, Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison
Jawad Bendaoud denied knowing that the two men seeking refuge in Paris were involved in a devastating attack on the city, which killed 130 people and injured hundreds more in 2015.
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Jawad Bendaoud denied knowing that the two men seeking refuge in Paris were involved in a devastating attack on the city, which killed 130 people and injured hundreds more in 2015.
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NPR News: Pope Issues New Law Requiring Vatican Officials To Report Sex Abuse Allegations
Pope Issues New Law Requiring Vatican Officials To Report Sex Abuse Allegations
The law only applies to Vatican personnel and diplomats around the world. It's the first unified policy for the protection of children and vulnerable adults, but critics say it doesn't go far enough.
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The law only applies to Vatican personnel and diplomats around the world. It's the first unified policy for the protection of children and vulnerable adults, but critics say it doesn't go far enough.
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NPR News: Pope Issues New Law Requiring Vatican Officials To Report Sex Abuse Allegations
Pope Issues New Law Requiring Vatican Officials To Report Sex Abuse Allegations
The law only applies to Vatican personnel and diplomats around the world. It's the first unified policy for the protection of children and vulnerable adults, but critics say it doesn't go far enough.
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The law only applies to Vatican personnel and diplomats around the world. It's the first unified policy for the protection of children and vulnerable adults, but critics say it doesn't go far enough.
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NPR News: A Path No One Would Choose To Walk: 350 Miles With The Caminantes
A Path No One Would Choose To Walk: 350 Miles With The Caminantes
Venezuelans leaving their country by foot used to be men looking for work. Now, it's people who feel they have no choice. These "caminantes" trek hundreds of miles across Colombia along their journey.
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Venezuelans leaving their country by foot used to be men looking for work. Now, it's people who feel they have no choice. These "caminantes" trek hundreds of miles across Colombia along their journey.
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NPR News: A Path No One Would Choose To Walk: 350 Miles With The Caminantes
A Path No One Would Choose To Walk: 350 Miles With The Caminantes
Venezuelans leaving their country by foot used to be men looking for work. Now, it's people who feel they have no choice. These "caminantes" trek hundreds of miles across Colombia along their journey.
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Venezuelans leaving their country by foot used to be men looking for work. Now, it's people who feel they have no choice. These "caminantes" trek hundreds of miles across Colombia along their journey.
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NPR News: Food Banks Are Dealing With A Surplus Of Meat, Milk And Cheese
Food Banks Are Dealing With A Surplus Of Meat, Milk And Cheese
Food banks are flush with meat, cheese and milk, with twice as much as they usually have, as farmer supply outstrips demand. Some charities are scheduling extra distributions to prevent waste.
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Food banks are flush with meat, cheese and milk, with twice as much as they usually have, as farmer supply outstrips demand. Some charities are scheduling extra distributions to prevent waste.
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NPR News: Fake Birth Certificates And 'Fake Families' Amid Migrant Surge At Border
Fake Birth Certificates And 'Fake Families' Amid Migrant Surge At Border
The Trump administration is warning of "fake families" and fraudulent documents amid the surge of families at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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The Trump administration is warning of "fake families" and fraudulent documents amid the surge of families at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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NPR News: Trump Threatens To Close Southern Border Unless Mexico Blocks All Illegal Immigration
Trump Threatens To Close Southern Border Unless Mexico Blocks All Illegal Immigration
President Trump is repeating his threat to close the Southern border unless Mexico stops the record flow of migrant families. Critics say the administration's strategy is making the problem worse.
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President Trump is repeating his threat to close the Southern border unless Mexico stops the record flow of migrant families. Critics say the administration's strategy is making the problem worse.
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NPR News: Reports Say U.S. Sees A National Security Threat In Chinese Company Owning Grindr
Reports Say U.S. Sees A National Security Threat In Chinese Company Owning Grindr
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Chris Calabrese of the Center for Democracy and Technology about reports that the U.S. sees a national security threat in a Chinese company owning the dating app Grindr.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Chris Calabrese of the Center for Democracy and Technology about reports that the U.S. sees a national security threat in a Chinese company owning the dating app Grindr.
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NPR News: British Parliament Rejects Prime Minister's Brexit Plan For A Third Time
British Parliament Rejects Prime Minister's Brexit Plan For A Third Time
British Prime Minister Theresa May's third attempt at getting lawmakers to approve her plans for the U.K. to leave the European Union failed in Parliament on Friday.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May's third attempt at getting lawmakers to approve her plans for the U.K. to leave the European Union failed in Parliament on Friday.
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NPR News: Ahead Of Turkey's Local Election, The Campaign Rhetoric Has Been Harsh
Ahead Of Turkey's Local Election, The Campaign Rhetoric Has Been Harsh
Turkey goes to the polls Sunday for local elections. The campaign rhetoric has been harsh, even by Turkey's standards.
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Turkey goes to the polls Sunday for local elections. The campaign rhetoric has been harsh, even by Turkey's standards.
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NPR News: Reports Say U.S. Sees A National Security Threat In Chinese Company Owning Grindr
Reports Say U.S. Sees A National Security Threat In Chinese Company Owning Grindr
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Chris Calabrese of the Center for Democracy and Technology about reports that the U.S. sees a national security threat in a Chinese company owning the dating app Grindr.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Chris Calabrese of the Center for Democracy and Technology about reports that the U.S. sees a national security threat in a Chinese company owning the dating app Grindr.
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NPR News: British Parliament Rejects Prime Minister's Brexit Plan For A Third Time
British Parliament Rejects Prime Minister's Brexit Plan For A Third Time
British Prime Minister Theresa May's third attempt at getting lawmakers to approve her plans for the U.K. to leave the European Union failed in Parliament on Friday.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May's third attempt at getting lawmakers to approve her plans for the U.K. to leave the European Union failed in Parliament on Friday.
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NPR News: Ahead Of Turkey's Local Election, The Campaign Rhetoric Has Been Harsh
Ahead Of Turkey's Local Election, The Campaign Rhetoric Has Been Harsh
Turkey goes to the polls Sunday for local elections. The campaign rhetoric has been harsh, even by Turkey's standards.
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Turkey goes to the polls Sunday for local elections. The campaign rhetoric has been harsh, even by Turkey's standards.
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NPR News: Jury Selection To Begin For Minneapolis Officer Charged With Killing Unarmed 911 Caller
Jury Selection To Begin For Minneapolis Officer Charged With Killing Unarmed 911 Caller
Mohamed Noor, a former Minneapolis police officer, fatally shot Justine Ruszczyk after she called 911 to report a possible sexual assault. She apparently tapped on the cruiser and he fired through the door.
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Mohamed Noor, a former Minneapolis police officer, fatally shot Justine Ruszczyk after she called 911 to report a possible sexual assault. She apparently tapped on the cruiser and he fired through the door.
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NPR News: 2020 Democratic Contenders Head To Iowa With Hopes To Reconnect With Rural Voters
2020 Democratic Contenders Head To Iowa With Hopes To Reconnect With Rural Voters
Democratic presidential contenders will visit a small Iowa town this weekend. They're there in part because of the town's newspaper editor, who's drawn attention to rural issues with his editorials.
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Democratic presidential contenders will visit a small Iowa town this weekend. They're there in part because of the town's newspaper editor, who's drawn attention to rural issues with his editorials.
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NPR News: Mueller Report To Be Given To Congress By Mid-April, Attorney General Barr Says
Mueller Report To Be Given To Congress By Mid-April, Attorney General Barr Says
Democrats had asked for a copy of the full 400 page report by next week, but William Barr says it will take a bit longer.
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Democrats had asked for a copy of the full 400 page report by next week, but William Barr says it will take a bit longer.
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NPR News: Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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NPR News: Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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NPR News: Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
Utah Repeals 1973 Law That Criminalized Sex Outside Of Marriage
The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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The "fornication law" had designated sex between unmarried people as a class B misdemeanor, carrying a penalty of up to six months in jail or a maximum fine of $1000.
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NPR News: Emergency Exits Were Locked In Building Where 25 People Died From Fire, Officials Say
Emergency Exits Were Locked In Building Where 25 People Died From Fire, Officials Say
"This wasn't an accident, it's murder," Public Works and Housing Minister SM Rezaul Karim told reporters, blaming negligence for Thursday's deadly fire.
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"This wasn't an accident, it's murder," Public Works and Housing Minister SM Rezaul Karim told reporters, blaming negligence for Thursday's deadly fire.
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NPR News: Emergency Exits Were Locked In Building Where 25 People Died From Fire, Officials Say
Emergency Exits Were Locked In Building Where 25 People Died From Fire, Officials Say
"This wasn't an accident, it's murder," Public Works and Housing Minister SM Rezaul Karim told reporters, blaming negligence for Thursday's deadly fire.
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"This wasn't an accident, it's murder," Public Works and Housing Minister SM Rezaul Karim told reporters, blaming negligence for Thursday's deadly fire.
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NPR News: 'Time To Act': Venezuelans Who Fled To Colombia Are Eager To Oust Maduro
'Time To Act': Venezuelans Who Fled To Colombia Are Eager To Oust Maduro
Tensions are building at Colombia's border with Venezuela, where former Venezuelan forces and migrants are taking refuge. Many are eager for a revolution back home.
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Tensions are building at Colombia's border with Venezuela, where former Venezuelan forces and migrants are taking refuge. Many are eager for a revolution back home.
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NPR News: 'Time To Act': Venezuelans Who Fled To Colombia Are Eager To Oust Maduro
'Time To Act': Venezuelans Who Fled To Colombia Are Eager To Oust Maduro
Tensions are building at Colombia's border with Venezuela, where former Venezuelan forces and migrants are taking refuge. Many are eager for a revolution back home.
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Tensions are building at Colombia's border with Venezuela, where former Venezuelan forces and migrants are taking refuge. Many are eager for a revolution back home.
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NPR News: He Was Imprisoned And Losing His Mind. 'Anna Karenina' Saved Him
He Was Imprisoned And Losing His Mind. 'Anna Karenina' Saved Him
A man is trapped in prison for a made-up crime. He's overwhelmed by hopelessness and anger. Until he hears a knock on the wall ... and words from another time and place.
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A man is trapped in prison for a made-up crime. He's overwhelmed by hopelessness and anger. Until he hears a knock on the wall ... and words from another time and place.
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NPR News: He Was Imprisoned And Losing His Mind. 'Anna Karenina' Saved Him
He Was Imprisoned And Losing His Mind. 'Anna Karenina' Saved Him
A man is trapped in prison for a made-up crime. He's overwhelmed by hopelessness and anger. Until he hears a knock on the wall ... and words from another time and place.
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A man is trapped in prison for a made-up crime. He's overwhelmed by hopelessness and anger. Until he hears a knock on the wall ... and words from another time and place.
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NPR News: South Korea's Moon Will Visit Trump At White House In April
South Korea's Moon Will Visit Trump At White House In April
South Korean President Moon Jae-in will visit President Trump in Washington on April 11, after U.S. denuclearization talks with North Korea recently fizzled.
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South Korean President Moon Jae-in will visit President Trump in Washington on April 11, after U.S. denuclearization talks with North Korea recently fizzled.
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NPR News: South Korea's Moon Will Visit Trump At White House In April
South Korea's Moon Will Visit Trump At White House In April
South Korean President Moon Jae-in will visit President Trump in Washington on April 11, after U.S. denuclearization talks with North Korea recently fizzled.
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South Korean President Moon Jae-in will visit President Trump in Washington on April 11, after U.S. denuclearization talks with North Korea recently fizzled.
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NPR News: Journalist Maria Ressa Arrested Again By Philippines
Journalist Maria Ressa Arrested Again By Philippines
The Time Magazine Person of the Year is an outspoken critic of President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. She accuses the government of furthering a 'descent to tyranny.'
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The Time Magazine Person of the Year is an outspoken critic of President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. She accuses the government of furthering a 'descent to tyranny.'
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NPR News: Journalist Maria Ressa Arrested Again By Philippines
Journalist Maria Ressa Arrested Again By Philippines
The Time Magazine Person of the Year is an outspoken critic of President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. She accuses the government of furthering a 'descent to tyranny.'
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The Time Magazine Person of the Year is an outspoken critic of President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. She accuses the government of furthering a 'descent to tyranny.'
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NPR News: Social Security Administration Plans To Revive 'No-Match' Letters
Social Security Administration Plans To Revive 'No-Match' Letters
The Social Security Administration is resuming a system it says is an effort to clean up records. But immigration advocates fear the real objective is expose undocumented immigrants at work.
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The Social Security Administration is resuming a system it says is an effort to clean up records. But immigration advocates fear the real objective is expose undocumented immigrants at work.
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NPR News: Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson On Medicaid Work Requirement
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson On Medicaid Work Requirement
NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson about a federal judge's decision this week that blocked his state's Medicaid work requirement rules.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson about a federal judge's decision this week that blocked his state's Medicaid work requirement rules.
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NPR News: Supreme Court Halts Execution Of 'Texas 7' Inmate Denied Buddhist Spiritual Adviser
Supreme Court Halts Execution Of 'Texas 7' Inmate Denied Buddhist Spiritual Adviser
Patrick Murphy, who escaped from prison and participated in a robbery that led to a murder, was scheduled to be executed Thursday. The Court said he had the right to a spiritual adviser of his choice.
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Patrick Murphy, who escaped from prison and participated in a robbery that led to a murder, was scheduled to be executed Thursday. The Court said he had the right to a spiritual adviser of his choice.
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NPR News: The Unexpected Frontrunner In Ukraine's Election
The Unexpected Frontrunner In Ukraine's Election
Ukrainian voters say they're sick and tired of corrupt self-interested politicians. That might explain why a TV comedian is the unlikely frontrunner in Ukraine's presidential election.
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Ukrainian voters say they're sick and tired of corrupt self-interested politicians. That might explain why a TV comedian is the unlikely frontrunner in Ukraine's presidential election.
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NPR News: The Unexpected Frontrunner In Ukraine's Election
The Unexpected Frontrunner In Ukraine's Election
Ukrainian voters say they're sick and tired of corrupt self-interested politicians. That might explain why a TV comedian is the unlikely frontrunner in Ukraine's presidential election.
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Ukrainian voters say they're sick and tired of corrupt self-interested politicians. That might explain why a TV comedian is the unlikely frontrunner in Ukraine's presidential election.
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NPR News: Venezuelans Stream Into Colombia
Venezuelans Stream Into Colombia
Latin America is dealing with a refugee crisis larger than anyone in the region has seen before. Thousands of Venezuelans are pouring across the border into Colombia each day.
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Latin America is dealing with a refugee crisis larger than anyone in the region has seen before. Thousands of Venezuelans are pouring across the border into Colombia each day.
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NPR News: New York Attorney General Targets Sackler Family
New York Attorney General Targets Sackler Family
New York's attorney general has sued the wealthy Sackler family, who control OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma.
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New York's attorney general has sued the wealthy Sackler family, who control OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma.
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NPR News: Venezuelans Stream Into Colombia
Venezuelans Stream Into Colombia
Latin America is dealing with a refugee crisis larger than anyone in the region has seen before. Thousands of Venezuelans are pouring across the border into Colombia each day.
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Latin America is dealing with a refugee crisis larger than anyone in the region has seen before. Thousands of Venezuelans are pouring across the border into Colombia each day.
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NPR News: Afghanistan Inspector General On The State Of The War
Afghanistan Inspector General On The State Of The War
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to John Sopko, special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction, about what the U.S. investment there has achieved.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to John Sopko, special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction, about what the U.S. investment there has achieved.
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NPR News: Afghanistan Inspector General On The State Of The War
Afghanistan Inspector General On The State Of The War
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to John Sopko, special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction, about what the U.S. investment there has achieved.
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to John Sopko, special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction, about what the U.S. investment there has achieved.
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Thursday, 28 March 2019
NPR News: Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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NPR News: Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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NPR News: Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
Trump Extends Deportation Protection For Liberians In The U.S.
The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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The delay will give Congress time to work on a possible permanent pathway for thousands of Liberians to remain in the U.S.
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NPR News: After Inmate Suicides, Alabama Prisons On Trial
After Inmate Suicides, Alabama Prisons On Trial
A federal judge already has ruled that mental health care for inmates in Alabama's prisons is "horrendously inadequate." Now he's looking at the system's response to 15 suicides in the past 15 months.
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A federal judge already has ruled that mental health care for inmates in Alabama's prisons is "horrendously inadequate." Now he's looking at the system's response to 15 suicides in the past 15 months.
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NPR News: Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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NPR News: Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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NPR News: Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To Stealing Classified Information
Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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Harold Martin, a 54-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested in 2016. Authorities said he amassed a staggering trove of government documents, endangering U.S. national security.
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NPR News: Why Did The Pope Refuse To Let Worshippers Kiss His Ring? 'Hygiene'
Why Did The Pope Refuse To Let Worshippers Kiss His Ring? 'Hygiene'
"He wants to avoid the risk of contagion for the people, not for him," Vatican spokesman Alessandro Gisotti told reporters on Thursday.
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"He wants to avoid the risk of contagion for the people, not for him," Vatican spokesman Alessandro Gisotti told reporters on Thursday.
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NPR News: Why Did The Pope Refuse To Let Worshippers Kiss His Ring? 'Hygiene'
Why Did The Pope Refuse To Let Worshippers Kiss His Ring? 'Hygiene'
"He wants to avoid the risk of contagion for the people, not for him," Vatican spokesman Alessandro Gisotti told reporters on Thursday.
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"He wants to avoid the risk of contagion for the people, not for him," Vatican spokesman Alessandro Gisotti told reporters on Thursday.
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NPR News: CHART: Where Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Will Go In The Future
CHART: Where Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Will Go In The Future
A new study predicts how far north these insects could live if climate change goes unchecked.
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A new study predicts how far north these insects could live if climate change goes unchecked.
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NPR News: CHART: Where Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Will Go In The Future
CHART: Where Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Will Go In The Future
A new study predicts how far north these insects could live if climate change goes unchecked.
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A new study predicts how far north these insects could live if climate change goes unchecked.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia Releases 3 Women's Rights Activists From Prison, Others Still Held
Saudi Arabia Releases 3 Women's Rights Activists From Prison, Others Still Held
Those who were freed were among activists who appeared in court on Wednesday. Several allege they've been subjected to sexual abuse and torture throughout their imprisonment. The trials are ongoing.
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Those who were freed were among activists who appeared in court on Wednesday. Several allege they've been subjected to sexual abuse and torture throughout their imprisonment. The trials are ongoing.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia Releases 3 Women's Rights Activists From Prison, Others Still Held
Saudi Arabia Releases 3 Women's Rights Activists From Prison, Others Still Held
Those who were freed were among activists who appeared in court on Wednesday. Several allege they've been subjected to sexual abuse and torture throughout their imprisonment. The trials are ongoing.
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Those who were freed were among activists who appeared in court on Wednesday. Several allege they've been subjected to sexual abuse and torture throughout their imprisonment. The trials are ongoing.
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NPR News: Thousands Overwhelm Syrian Refugee Camp — Most Are The Families Of ISIS Fighters
Thousands Overwhelm Syrian Refugee Camp — Most Are The Families Of ISIS Fighters
After the defeat of the last ISIS enclave, thousands of women and children — many the families of ISIS fighters — have fled to a refugee camp in northeastern Syria, stretching the camp thin.
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After the defeat of the last ISIS enclave, thousands of women and children — many the families of ISIS fighters — have fled to a refugee camp in northeastern Syria, stretching the camp thin.
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NPR News: Thousands Overwhelm Syrian Refugee Camp — Most Are The Families Of ISIS Fighters
Thousands Overwhelm Syrian Refugee Camp — Most Are The Families Of ISIS Fighters
After the defeat of the last ISIS enclave, thousands of women and children — many the families of ISIS fighters — have fled to a refugee camp in northeastern Syria, stretching the camp thin.
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After the defeat of the last ISIS enclave, thousands of women and children — many the families of ISIS fighters — have fled to a refugee camp in northeastern Syria, stretching the camp thin.
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NPR News: Dozens Of Nonnative Marine Species Have Invaded The Galapagos Islands
Dozens Of Nonnative Marine Species Have Invaded The Galapagos Islands
The number of alien species, likely brought by ship traffic, stunned scientists. And they suspect that the foothold of such creatures may have been underestimated in other tropical habitats, too.
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The number of alien species, likely brought by ship traffic, stunned scientists. And they suspect that the foothold of such creatures may have been underestimated in other tropical habitats, too.
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NPR News: Dozens Of Nonnative Marine Species Have Invaded The Galapagos Islands
Dozens Of Nonnative Marine Species Have Invaded The Galapagos Islands
The number of alien species, likely brought by ship traffic, stunned scientists. And they suspect that the foothold of such creatures may have been underestimated in other tropical habitats, too.
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The number of alien species, likely brought by ship traffic, stunned scientists. And they suspect that the foothold of such creatures may have been underestimated in other tropical habitats, too.
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NPR News: New York City May Start Charging Drivers To Enter Most Congested Parts Of The City
New York City May Start Charging Drivers To Enter Most Congested Parts Of The City
New York City could become the first major U.S. city to charge drivers a fee for entering the busiest parts the city. Similar congestion pricing programs have reduced traffic in London and Singapore.
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New York City could become the first major U.S. city to charge drivers a fee for entering the busiest parts the city. Similar congestion pricing programs have reduced traffic in London and Singapore.
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NPR News: Institutions Distance Themselves From Sackler Family Donations
Institutions Distance Themselves From Sackler Family Donations
Institutions that get donations from the Sackler family's trust and foundation are being pressured to distance themselves from that money due to the Sackler family's alleged role in the opioid crisis.
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Institutions that get donations from the Sackler family's trust and foundation are being pressured to distance themselves from that money due to the Sackler family's alleged role in the opioid crisis.
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NPR News: New York Lawsuit Claims Sackler Family Illegally Profited From Opioid Epidemic
New York Lawsuit Claims Sackler Family Illegally Profited From Opioid Epidemic
New York State Attorney General is targeting one of America's richest families. A lawsuit filed Thursday claims the Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, profited illegally from the opioid crisis.
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New York State Attorney General is targeting one of America's richest families. A lawsuit filed Thursday claims the Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, profited illegally from the opioid crisis.
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NPR News: Venezuela Hovers On The Brink Of Conflict — Many Fear The Situation Will Escalate
Venezuela Hovers On The Brink Of Conflict — Many Fear The Situation Will Escalate
Venezuela is already in an economic and political crisis, but many worry that things could escalate into a civil war, a regional conflict, or even U.S. intervention.
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Venezuela is already in an economic and political crisis, but many worry that things could escalate into a civil war, a regional conflict, or even U.S. intervention.
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NPR News: Venezuela Hovers On The Brink Of Conflict — Many Fear The Situation Will Escalate
Venezuela Hovers On The Brink Of Conflict — Many Fear The Situation Will Escalate
Venezuela is already in an economic and political crisis, but many worry that things could escalate into a civil war, a regional conflict, or even U.S. intervention.
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Venezuela is already in an economic and political crisis, but many worry that things could escalate into a civil war, a regional conflict, or even U.S. intervention.
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NPR News: Wow Air's Collapse Leaves Passengers Stuck — At Airports, And Without Travel Plans
Wow Air's Collapse Leaves Passengers Stuck — At Airports, And Without Travel Plans
Staff at Boston's Logan International informed customers of prolonged delays Wednesday night — only to eventually board the waiting Wow aircraft themselves, and shut the door.
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Staff at Boston's Logan International informed customers of prolonged delays Wednesday night — only to eventually board the waiting Wow aircraft themselves, and shut the door.
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NPR News: Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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NPR News: Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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NPR News: Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
Russian Agent Maria Butina To Be Sentenced April 26
She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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She faces a maximum of five years in prison and could be deported to Russia after finishing her sentence, according to a plea deal she made with prosecutors.
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NPR News: Interior Secretary Nominee Gets Grilled At Confirmation Hearing
Interior Secretary Nominee Gets Grilled At Confirmation Hearing
David Bernhardt, President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Interior, made his case before a key Senate panel on Thursday. He faced hard questions about his background as an energy lobbyist.
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David Bernhardt, President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Interior, made his case before a key Senate panel on Thursday. He faced hard questions about his background as an energy lobbyist.
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NPR News: Boeing Scrambles To Restore Faith In Its 737 MAX Airplane After Crashes
Boeing Scrambles To Restore Faith In Its 737 MAX Airplane After Crashes
The company is still producing about 50 737 MAX planes per month. This week, it unveiled software fixes and other improvements for the fleet as it tried to reassure the public that they are safe.
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The company is still producing about 50 737 MAX planes per month. This week, it unveiled software fixes and other improvements for the fleet as it tried to reassure the public that they are safe.
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NPR News: Preliminary Thai Election Results Are In – But Concerns About Accuracy Persist
Preliminary Thai Election Results Are In – But Concerns About Accuracy Persist
Initial numbers show the pro-military party winning the most votes. Official results won't come before May, and it's not yet clear which party will have the seats required to form a government.
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Initial numbers show the pro-military party winning the most votes. Official results won't come before May, and it's not yet clear which party will have the seats required to form a government.
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NPR News: Preliminary Thai Election Results Are In – But Concerns About Accuracy Persist
Preliminary Thai Election Results Are In – But Concerns About Accuracy Persist
Initial numbers show the pro-military party winning the most votes. Official results won't come before May, and it's not yet clear which party will have the seats required to form a government.
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Initial numbers show the pro-military party winning the most votes. Official results won't come before May, and it's not yet clear which party will have the seats required to form a government.
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NPR News: Bump Stock Ban Proceeds After Supreme Court Denies Gun Makers' Request To Halt It
Bump Stock Ban Proceeds After Supreme Court Denies Gun Makers' Request To Halt It
Gun makers had a sought a temporary hold on the ban, which went into effect on Tuesday. The court denied the second such appeal, allowing the ban to proceed while challenges move through the courts.
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Gun makers had a sought a temporary hold on the ban, which went into effect on Tuesday. The court denied the second such appeal, allowing the ban to proceed while challenges move through the courts.
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NASA Television to Broadcast Launch, Docking of Space Station Cargo Ship
A Russian Progress cargo ship is scheduled to launch on a three-hour flight to the International Space Station Thursday, April 4.
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NPR News: HUD Slaps Facebook With Housing Discrimination Charge
HUD Slaps Facebook With Housing Discrimination Charge
The Department of Housing and Urban Development says Facebook allowed advertisers to use their platform to unlawfully discriminate by restricting which users can see housing ads.
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The Department of Housing and Urban Development says Facebook allowed advertisers to use their platform to unlawfully discriminate by restricting which users can see housing ads.
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NPR News: Opinion: Trump's Recognition Of Israel's Claim To Golan Only Creates New Problems
Opinion: Trump's Recognition Of Israel's Claim To Golan Only Creates New Problems
Aaron David Miller argues that the president's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over an area considered occupied territory by most states will undermine Trump's agenda.
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Aaron David Miller argues that the president's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over an area considered occupied territory by most states will undermine Trump's agenda.
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NPR News: Opinion: Trump's Recognition Of Israel's Claim To Golan Only Creates New Problems
Opinion: Trump's Recognition Of Israel's Claim To Golan Only Creates New Problems
Aaron David Miller argues that the president's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over an area considered occupied territory by most states will undermine Trump's agenda.
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Aaron David Miller argues that the president's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over an area considered occupied territory by most states will undermine Trump's agenda.
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NPR News: Wow, Indeed: Wow Air Ceases Operations, Stranding Travelers
Wow, Indeed: Wow Air Ceases Operations, Stranding Travelers
Wow Air surprised its passengers Thursday, saying it's going out of business and ceasing operations. Travelers are scrambling to book other tickets — and wondering about refunds.
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Wow Air surprised its passengers Thursday, saying it's going out of business and ceasing operations. Travelers are scrambling to book other tickets — and wondering about refunds.
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NPR News: Wow, Indeed: Wow Air Ceases Operations, Stranding Travelers
Wow, Indeed: Wow Air Ceases Operations, Stranding Travelers
Wow Air surprised its passengers Thursday, saying it's going out of business and ceasing operations. Travelers are scrambling to book other tickets — and wondering about refunds.
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Wow Air surprised its passengers Thursday, saying it's going out of business and ceasing operations. Travelers are scrambling to book other tickets — and wondering about refunds.
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NPR News: High-Rise Fire Kills At Least 6, Creates Panic In Bangladesh Capital
High-Rise Fire Kills At Least 6, Creates Panic In Bangladesh Capital
At least one person was seen falling from the building, as a large crowd on the street watched people try to climb down using ropes or cables.
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At least one person was seen falling from the building, as a large crowd on the street watched people try to climb down using ropes or cables.
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NPR News: High-Rise Fire Kills At Least 6, Creates Panic In Bangladesh Capital
High-Rise Fire Kills At Least 6, Creates Panic In Bangladesh Capital
At least one person was seen falling from the building, as a large crowd on the street watched people try to climb down using ropes or cables.
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At least one person was seen falling from the building, as a large crowd on the street watched people try to climb down using ropes or cables.
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NPR News: Kenyan Government Threatens To Close Dadaab Refugee Camp
Kenyan Government Threatens To Close Dadaab Refugee Camp
Government officials in Kenya reportedly are again threatening to close Dadaab, which is one of the world's largest refugee camps. Should the camp close, the fate of the refugees is unclear.
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Government officials in Kenya reportedly are again threatening to close Dadaab, which is one of the world's largest refugee camps. Should the camp close, the fate of the refugees is unclear.
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NPR News: Kenyan Government Threatens To Close Dadaab Refugee Camp
Kenyan Government Threatens To Close Dadaab Refugee Camp
Government officials in Kenya reportedly are again threatening to close Dadaab, which is one of the world's largest refugee camps. Should the camp close, the fate of the refugees is unclear.
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Government officials in Kenya reportedly are again threatening to close Dadaab, which is one of the world's largest refugee camps. Should the camp close, the fate of the refugees is unclear.
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NPR News: Air Force Needs Almost $5 Billion To Recover Bases From Hurricane, Flood Damage
Air Force Needs Almost $5 Billion To Recover Bases From Hurricane, Flood Damage
Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida's Panhandle was hit by Hurricane Michael in October. Then Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska was inundated by flooding this month.
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Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida's Panhandle was hit by Hurricane Michael in October. Then Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska was inundated by flooding this month.
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NPR News: Maltese Forces Seize Ship That Was Hijacked By Rescued Migrants
Maltese Forces Seize Ship That Was Hijacked By Rescued Migrants
A Maltese special operations team is in control of a tanker that had been allegedly hijacked in the Mediterranean by migrants it had rescued at sea. The Turkish-owned tanker was heading toward Libya.
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A Maltese special operations team is in control of a tanker that had been allegedly hijacked in the Mediterranean by migrants it had rescued at sea. The Turkish-owned tanker was heading toward Libya.
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NPR News: Maltese Forces Seize Ship That Was Hijacked By Rescued Migrants
Maltese Forces Seize Ship That Was Hijacked By Rescued Migrants
A Maltese special operations team is in control of a tanker that had been allegedly hijacked in the Mediterranean by migrants it had rescued at sea. The Turkish-owned tanker was heading toward Libya.
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A Maltese special operations team is in control of a tanker that had been allegedly hijacked in the Mediterranean by migrants it had rescued at sea. The Turkish-owned tanker was heading toward Libya.
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NPR News: Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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NPR News: Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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NPR News: If Brexit Deal Passes, U.K. Prime Minister Agrees To Step Aside
If Brexit Deal Passes, U.K. Prime Minister Agrees To Step Aside
David Greene talks to David Davies, a British Member of Parliament who backs Brexit, about Prime Minister Theresa May agreeing to quit if a Brexit deal is passed.
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David Greene talks to David Davies, a British Member of Parliament who backs Brexit, about Prime Minister Theresa May agreeing to quit if a Brexit deal is passed.
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NPR News: Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing Details 737 Max Software Fixes
Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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Boeing invites members of the media, airlines, regulators and pilots to Washington state, in a bid to assure them that the 737 Max is safe to fly. The aircraft were grounded after two deadly crashes.
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NPR News: If Brexit Deal Passes, U.K. Prime Minister Agrees To Step Aside
If Brexit Deal Passes, U.K. Prime Minister Agrees To Step Aside
David Greene talks to David Davies, a British Member of Parliament who backs Brexit, about Prime Minister Theresa May agreeing to quit if a Brexit deal is passed.
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David Greene talks to David Davies, a British Member of Parliament who backs Brexit, about Prime Minister Theresa May agreeing to quit if a Brexit deal is passed.
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NPR News: 'Syrian Bride' Illustrates Consequences Of Israel's Occupation Of Golan Heights
'Syrian Bride' Illustrates Consequences Of Israel's Occupation Of Golan Heights
The White House recently backed Israel's claims to sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Rachel Martin talks to Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, who captured the complexity of the area in his 2004 film.
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The White House recently backed Israel's claims to sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Rachel Martin talks to Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, who captured the complexity of the area in his 2004 film.
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NPR News: 'Syrian Bride' Illustrates Consequences Of Israel's Occupation Of Golan Heights
'Syrian Bride' Illustrates Consequences Of Israel's Occupation Of Golan Heights
The White House recently backed Israel's claims to sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Rachel Martin talks to Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, who captured the complexity of the area in his 2004 film.
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The White House recently backed Israel's claims to sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Rachel Martin talks to Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, who captured the complexity of the area in his 2004 film.
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NPR News: Indonesian Family Sues Boeing. Wants Answers To Lion Air Crash
Indonesian Family Sues Boeing. Wants Answers To Lion Air Crash
When a Lion Air flight crashed off the coast of Java last October, all 189 people on board were killed. Dozens of suits have been filed against the plane manufacturer by relatives of the victims.
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When a Lion Air flight crashed off the coast of Java last October, all 189 people on board were killed. Dozens of suits have been filed against the plane manufacturer by relatives of the victims.
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NPR News: U.S. Negotiators Are In Beijing For Another Round Of Trade Talks
U.S. Negotiators Are In Beijing For Another Round Of Trade Talks
Steve Inskeep talks to Kevin Rudd, head of the Asia Society Policy Institute and former Australian prime minister, about U.S.-China talks. The administration first imposed tariffs in January 2018.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Kevin Rudd, head of the Asia Society Policy Institute and former Australian prime minister, about U.S.-China talks. The administration first imposed tariffs in January 2018.
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NPR News: Indonesian Family Sues Boeing. Wants Answers To Lion Air Crash
Indonesian Family Sues Boeing. Wants Answers To Lion Air Crash
When a Lion Air flight crashed off the coast of Java last October, all 189 people on board were killed. Dozens of suits have been filed against the plane manufacturer by relatives of the victims.
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When a Lion Air flight crashed off the coast of Java last October, all 189 people on board were killed. Dozens of suits have been filed against the plane manufacturer by relatives of the victims.
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NPR News: U.S. Negotiators Are In Beijing For Another Round Of Trade Talks
U.S. Negotiators Are In Beijing For Another Round Of Trade Talks
Steve Inskeep talks to Kevin Rudd, head of the Asia Society Policy Institute and former Australian prime minister, about U.S.-China talks. The administration first imposed tariffs in January 2018.
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Steve Inskeep talks to Kevin Rudd, head of the Asia Society Policy Institute and former Australian prime minister, about U.S.-China talks. The administration first imposed tariffs in January 2018.
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NPR News: Measles Outbreak: N.Y. County Restricts Minors From Public Places
Measles Outbreak: N.Y. County Restricts Minors From Public Places
Officials in Rockland County in upstate New York have issued an order barring unvaccinated children from public spaces, due to an ongoing measles outbreak there.
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Officials in Rockland County in upstate New York have issued an order barring unvaccinated children from public spaces, due to an ongoing measles outbreak there.
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NPR News: Cholera Fears Spread In Mozambique Following Deadly Cyclone
Cholera Fears Spread In Mozambique Following Deadly Cyclone
The destruction from Cyclone Idai in southern Africa is historic. Cholera and other diseases are emerging in Mozambique. David Greene talks to Caitlin Ryan of Doctors without Borders.
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The destruction from Cyclone Idai in southern Africa is historic. Cholera and other diseases are emerging in Mozambique. David Greene talks to Caitlin Ryan of Doctors without Borders.
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NPR News: News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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NPR News: Cholera Fears Spread In Mozambique Following Deadly Cyclone
Cholera Fears Spread In Mozambique Following Deadly Cyclone
The destruction from Cyclone Idai in southern Africa is historic. Cholera and other diseases are emerging in Mozambique. David Greene talks to Caitlin Ryan of Doctors without Borders.
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The destruction from Cyclone Idai in southern Africa is historic. Cholera and other diseases are emerging in Mozambique. David Greene talks to Caitlin Ryan of Doctors without Borders.
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NPR News: News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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NPR News: News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
News Brief: Southern Border Crisis, Medicaid, Brexit Latest
Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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Homeland Security warns the southern border is at a breaking point. A judge again blocks states' work requirements for Medicaid. Theresa May agrees to quit if Brexit deal passes in U.K. parliament.
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NPR News: Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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NPR News: Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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NPR News: Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Immigration System Is At 'Breaking Point,' Homeland Security Warns
Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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Homeland Security officials are saying the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border is at a "breaking point." Central American families are streaming across the southern divide in ever increasing numbers.
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NPR News: Migrants In Maltese Custody After They Hijack Ship That Rescued Them
Migrants In Maltese Custody After They Hijack Ship That Rescued Them
More than 100 migrants were picked up from a sinking boat in the Mediterranean. When they realized the ship was returning to Libya, they commandeered the vessel and demanded to be taken to Europe.
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More than 100 migrants were picked up from a sinking boat in the Mediterranean. When they realized the ship was returning to Libya, they commandeered the vessel and demanded to be taken to Europe.
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NPR News: Migrants In Maltese Custody After They Hijack Ship That Rescued Them
Migrants In Maltese Custody After They Hijack Ship That Rescued Them
More than 100 migrants were picked up from a sinking boat in the Mediterranean. When they realized the ship was returning to Libya, they commandeered the vessel and demanded to be taken to Europe.
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More than 100 migrants were picked up from a sinking boat in the Mediterranean. When they realized the ship was returning to Libya, they commandeered the vessel and demanded to be taken to Europe.
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NPR News: Why Pedestrian Deaths Are At A 30-Year High
Why Pedestrian Deaths Are At A 30-Year High
"It's great advice to tell people to use a crosswalk, but that's not very useful if the crosswalk doesn't exist," says Tom Ellington of the Pedestrian Safety Review Board in Macon, Ga.
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"It's great advice to tell people to use a crosswalk, but that's not very useful if the crosswalk doesn't exist," says Tom Ellington of the Pedestrian Safety Review Board in Macon, Ga.
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NPR News: 40 Years After A Partial Nuclear Meltdown, A New Push To Keep Three Mile Island Open
40 Years After A Partial Nuclear Meltdown, A New Push To Keep Three Mile Island Open
Forty years ago, the U.S. nuclear industry suffered its worst nuclear accident. Today, the remaining reactor at Three Mile Island is slated to close because of cheaper competition from natural gas.
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Forty years ago, the U.S. nuclear industry suffered its worst nuclear accident. Today, the remaining reactor at Three Mile Island is slated to close because of cheaper competition from natural gas.
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NPR News: Companies Organize To Make It Easier To Buy Renewable Energy
Companies Organize To Make It Easier To Buy Renewable Energy
Walmart, GM, Google, Johnson & Johnson and other corporations are forming a trade organization to promote the interests of renewable energy buyers. The group hopes to remove barriers to going green.
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Walmart, GM, Google, Johnson & Johnson and other corporations are forming a trade organization to promote the interests of renewable energy buyers. The group hopes to remove barriers to going green.
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NPR News: Jury Awards $80 Million In Damages In Roundup Weed Killer Cancer Trial
Jury Awards $80 Million In Damages In Roundup Weed Killer Cancer Trial
The verdict represents the second time a jury has decided in favor of a multi-million dollar damage award after concluding the Roundup caused cancer.
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The verdict represents the second time a jury has decided in favor of a multi-million dollar damage award after concluding the Roundup caused cancer.
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NPR News: Wisconsin Man Pleads Guilty To Abducting Jayme Closs And Killing Her Parents
Wisconsin Man Pleads Guilty To Abducting Jayme Closs And Killing Her Parents
Jake Thomas Patterson faces the possibility of life in prison for intentional homicide. He said he wanted to spare Jayme and her relatives from worrying about a trial.
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Jake Thomas Patterson faces the possibility of life in prison for intentional homicide. He said he wanted to spare Jayme and her relatives from worrying about a trial.
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NPR News: Federal Judge Again Blocks States' Work Requirements For Medicaid
Federal Judge Again Blocks States' Work Requirements For Medicaid
The Trump administration's plan to force some Medicaid recipients to work to maintain benefits took another hit Wednesday when a U.S. District judge blocked such work rules in Kentucky and Arkansas.
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The Trump administration's plan to force some Medicaid recipients to work to maintain benefits took another hit Wednesday when a U.S. District judge blocked such work rules in Kentucky and Arkansas.
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NPR News: Top Chicago Prosecutor Kim Foxx Discusses Decision In Jussie Smollett Case
Top Chicago Prosecutor Kim Foxx Discusses Decision In Jussie Smollett Case
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Cook County, Ill., State's Attorney Kim Foxx about why prosecutors decided to drop all charges against actor Jussie Smollett, who was indicted on 16 felony counts.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Cook County, Ill., State's Attorney Kim Foxx about why prosecutors decided to drop all charges against actor Jussie Smollett, who was indicted on 16 felony counts.
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NPR News: Trump Administration To Cancel Program That Protects Some Liberians From Deportation
Trump Administration To Cancel Program That Protects Some Liberians From Deportation
The Trump administration is cancelling a program that protects some Liberians from deportation. Many came to the U.S. to seek refuge from civil war that ravaged the country.
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The Trump administration is cancelling a program that protects some Liberians from deportation. Many came to the U.S. to seek refuge from civil war that ravaged the country.
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NPR News: Trump Vows To Keep Pressure On Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Trump Vows To Keep Pressure On Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
"Russia has to get out" of Venezuela. That's the message President Trump is sending today after a Russian military contingent arrived, raising the stakes in this conflict and complicating U.S. policy.
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"Russia has to get out" of Venezuela. That's the message President Trump is sending today after a Russian military contingent arrived, raising the stakes in this conflict and complicating U.S. policy.
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NPR News: Trump Vows To Keep Pressure On Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
Trump Vows To Keep Pressure On Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
"Russia has to get out" of Venezuela. That's the message President Trump is sending today after a Russian military contingent arrived, raising the stakes in this conflict and complicating U.S. policy.
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"Russia has to get out" of Venezuela. That's the message President Trump is sending today after a Russian military contingent arrived, raising the stakes in this conflict and complicating U.S. policy.
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NPR News: Making Sense Of The Smollett Legal Drama: What's Going On Here?
Making Sense Of The Smollett Legal Drama: What's Going On Here?
Fair warning: There are some questions we just can't answer at this point. But there are also plenty we can. Here's an attempt to explain what's what — to the best of our abilities.
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Fair warning: There are some questions we just can't answer at this point. But there are also plenty we can. Here's an attempt to explain what's what — to the best of our abilities.
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NPR News: Historic Manuscripts Saved From St. Louis Fire
Historic Manuscripts Saved From St. Louis Fire
A four-alarm fire at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum on Tuesday nearly destroyed a large collection of artifacts. But firefighters were able to preserve many of the rare items.
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A four-alarm fire at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum on Tuesday nearly destroyed a large collection of artifacts. But firefighters were able to preserve many of the rare items.
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NPR News: How Zimbabweans Are Coping 2 Weeks After Cyclone Idai Devastated The Area
How Zimbabweans Are Coping 2 Weeks After Cyclone Idai Devastated The Area
It's been nearly two weeks since Cyclone Idai hit southeastern Africa. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with reporter Tendai Marima about the devastation she's seen in Zimbabwe and how survivors are coping.
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It's been nearly two weeks since Cyclone Idai hit southeastern Africa. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with reporter Tendai Marima about the devastation she's seen in Zimbabwe and how survivors are coping.
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NPR News: Prime Minister Theresa May Says She Will Resign If Parliament Passes Her Brexit Plan
Prime Minister Theresa May Says She Will Resign If Parliament Passes Her Brexit Plan
British Prime Minister Theresa May said she will resign if Britain's parliament passes her unpopular plan to leave the European Union. Lawmakers have already voted it down twice by huge margins.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May said she will resign if Britain's parliament passes her unpopular plan to leave the European Union. Lawmakers have already voted it down twice by huge margins.
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NPR News: How Zimbabweans Are Coping 2 Weeks After Cyclone Idai Devastated The Area
How Zimbabweans Are Coping 2 Weeks After Cyclone Idai Devastated The Area
It's been nearly two weeks since Cyclone Idai hit southeastern Africa. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with reporter Tendai Marima about the devastation she's seen in Zimbabwe and how survivors are coping.
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It's been nearly two weeks since Cyclone Idai hit southeastern Africa. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with reporter Tendai Marima about the devastation she's seen in Zimbabwe and how survivors are coping.
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NPR News: Prime Minister Theresa May Says She Will Resign If Parliament Passes Her Brexit Plan
Prime Minister Theresa May Says She Will Resign If Parliament Passes Her Brexit Plan
British Prime Minister Theresa May said she will resign if Britain's parliament passes her unpopular plan to leave the European Union. Lawmakers have already voted it down twice by huge margins.
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British Prime Minister Theresa May said she will resign if Britain's parliament passes her unpopular plan to leave the European Union. Lawmakers have already voted it down twice by huge margins.
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NPR News: Congress Misses Deadline To Reauthorize Funding For Food Stamps In Puerto Rico
Congress Misses Deadline To Reauthorize Funding For Food Stamps In Puerto Rico
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Mayor Mayita Meléndez of Ponce, Puerto Rico, about the proposed funding cuts to Puerto Rico and the food stamp crisis
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NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Mayor Mayita Meléndez of Ponce, Puerto Rico, about the proposed funding cuts to Puerto Rico and the food stamp crisis
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NPR News: California's New Police Transparency Law Shows How Officers Are Disciplined
California's New Police Transparency Law Shows How Officers Are Disciplined
California now requires police departments to disclose disciplinary records for behavior involving sexual assault and use of force. The records offer a look at how departments discipline officers.
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California now requires police departments to disclose disciplinary records for behavior involving sexual assault and use of force. The records offer a look at how departments discipline officers.
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NPR News: Boeing Unveils Software Updates For 737 Max Jets
Boeing Unveils Software Updates For 737 Max Jets
Boeing is giving updates on the software fix to it's troubled 737 Max jets in a bid to get the plane back in the air.
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Boeing is giving updates on the software fix to it's troubled 737 Max jets in a bid to get the plane back in the air.
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NPR News: Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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NPR News: Thailand Moves Forward With Chinese Tech Company Huawei To Build 5G Network
Thailand Moves Forward With Chinese Tech Company Huawei To Build 5G Network
The Chinese company Huawei is now building and testing Thailand's first 5G network. Thai authorities say they could not say no to Huawei's bargain prices, despite pressure from the U.S.
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The Chinese company Huawei is now building and testing Thailand's first 5G network. Thai authorities say they could not say no to Huawei's bargain prices, despite pressure from the U.S.
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NPR News: Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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NPR News: Thailand Moves Forward With Chinese Tech Company Huawei To Build 5G Network
Thailand Moves Forward With Chinese Tech Company Huawei To Build 5G Network
The Chinese company Huawei is now building and testing Thailand's first 5G network. Thai authorities say they could not say no to Huawei's bargain prices, despite pressure from the U.S.
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The Chinese company Huawei is now building and testing Thailand's first 5G network. Thai authorities say they could not say no to Huawei's bargain prices, despite pressure from the U.S.
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NPR News: Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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NPR News: Former Cook County Prosecutor Reacts To Jussie Smollett's Case
Former Cook County Prosecutor Reacts To Jussie Smollett's Case
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Eric Sussman, former Cook County, Ill., prosecutor, about alternative prosecutions and why he doesn't believe it applies in the case of actor Jussie Smollett.
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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Eric Sussman, former Cook County, Ill., prosecutor, about alternative prosecutions and why he doesn't believe it applies in the case of actor Jussie Smollett.
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NPR News: E.U. Votes To Rewrite Its Copyright Laws, Delivering A Blow To Tech Giants
E.U. Votes To Rewrite Its Copyright Laws, Delivering A Blow To Tech Giants
The European Union voted to rewrite its laws, in a big blow for tech firms like Google and Facebook, forcing them to find copyright violations on their platforms and not wait for them to be reported.
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The European Union voted to rewrite its laws, in a big blow for tech firms like Google and Facebook, forcing them to find copyright violations on their platforms and not wait for them to be reported.
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NPR News: E.U. Votes To Rewrite Its Copyright Laws, Delivering A Blow To Tech Giants
E.U. Votes To Rewrite Its Copyright Laws, Delivering A Blow To Tech Giants
The European Union voted to rewrite its laws, in a big blow for tech firms like Google and Facebook, forcing them to find copyright violations on their platforms and not wait for them to be reported.
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The European Union voted to rewrite its laws, in a big blow for tech firms like Google and Facebook, forcing them to find copyright violations on their platforms and not wait for them to be reported.
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NPR News: 'We Cannot Be Driven By Emotions': Top Chicago Prosecutor Defends Smollett Decision
'We Cannot Be Driven By Emotions': Top Chicago Prosecutor Defends Smollett Decision
In an interview with WBEZ, Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx explains why her office suddenly dropped charges against the actor.
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In an interview with WBEZ, Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx explains why her office suddenly dropped charges against the actor.
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