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Bernie Sanders says Netanyahu is attacking campus protests to deflect war criticism
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized ongoing campus protests across the U.S. as antisemitic. The Vermont senator said it was an attempt to "deflect attention" from Israel's actions.
Texas' takeover of Houston's public schools is in motion, but do takeovers work?
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Domingo Morel, associate professor at New York University about the state of Texas' takeover of Houston's independent school district.
Utah passes an age-verification law for anyone using social media
by Saige Miller
Utah is the first state to pass an age verification law for anyone using social media. Those under 18 must soon have parental consent. Critics say the law does not protect children as it intendeds.
Checking in with families whose loved ones were killed by police
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Samaria Rice and Princess Blanding. Rice and Blanding both lost their loved ones in deadly police interactions several years ago.
Where the cases stand for the 1,000 people charged for the Capitol riot
by Meg Anderson
More than 1,000 people have now been charged for the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. NPR has tracked every case from arrest to sentencing. Here's what is happening to those charged.
Clowns converge on Orlando for funny business
by Danielle Prieur - WMFE
Clowns of all stripes gather at the World Clown convention in Orlando this week
by Danielle Prieur
Clowns of all stripes are at the World Clown Association convention in Orlando, Fla., this week. There they connect with other clowns and improve their skills in workshops all to become better clowns.
A look at Amritpal Singh, the Sikh preacher on the run who has captivated India
by Lauren Frayer
Car chases in India, violent protests in the U.S. and U.K. — over a popular Sikh preacher on the run. India and its diaspora have been captivated by a manhunt for a charismatic separatist leader.
The carnage and Keanu remain elegant in 'John Wick Chapter 4'
by Bob Mondello
Keanu Reeves' reluctant assassin is a little less reluctant in his latest outing, John Wick Chapter 4.
Acknowledging layoffs at NPR
NPR is undergoing a reduction of roughly 10% of its workforce. The layoffs include members of the All Things Considered team.
The investigations and potential charges that Trump is facing
by Becky Sullivan
As a Manhattan grand jury hears evidence about former President Donald Trump's involvement in a hush-money arrangement, he also faces scrutiny in other probes that could come with potential charges.
Funeral directors in 15 states can now offer the eco-friendlier 'water cremation'
by Alex Hager
Funeral directors in 15 states can now offer "water cremation," in which bodies are dissolved in a chemical solution. Some see it as more eco-friendly and less traumatic than consumption by flame.
Virginia school district parents practice calm communication on culture war issues
by Randi B. Hagi
A school system in Virginia has engaged parents and teachers in targeted discussions over the treatment of transgender student and mistrust of public schools.