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Blinken-Xi meeting aimed at keeping U.S.-China relations from getting worse
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Secretary of State Blinken about U.S. foreign policy and his meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, and with David Rennie, Beijing bureau chief for The Economist.
Ukraine will receive $61 billion in U.S. aid. Is it enough to repel spring offensive?
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine John Herbst about how this latest round of U.S. aid will affect the situation in Ukraine — on and off the battlefield with Russia.
A historic road marker tells the story of a forgotten murder
by Laura Sullivan
Historical markers have been used to spread hate — with racist language, ideas and intent. They also have been able to unlock secrets — even from a long-forgotten murder in rural Alabama.
A TikTok ban in the United States took a step closer to becoming a reality
The House overwhelmingly approved a bill Saturday that could lead to the company being banned in the U.S., and it's on a fast track to President Biden's desk.
U.S. raises alarms that China is helping Russia reconstitute its defense industry
by Michele Kelemen
China has told the world that that it is neutral in the Russia-Ukraine war, and that it is not providing weapons to Russia. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected visit to Beijing this month.
The NBA has announced its finalists for 7 end-of-the-season awards
The categories include most valuable player, defensive player of the year and rookie of the year. The league plans to announce the winners starting Tuesday during TNT's coverage of the NBA playoffs.
Opening statements to get underway in former President Trump's hush money trial
Twelve jurors and six alternates were finalized Friday in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial. After opening statements, the court is likely to hear from witnesses on Monday.
Mary J. Blige and Kool & the Gang are among those joining rock hall of fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced the class of 2024. The induction ceremony will be held live on Oct. 19 in Cleveland.
An uptick in Southern border crossings is expected to increase
by Sergio Martínez-Beltrán
Immigration observers say that despite increased efforts to curb illegal migration throughout the U.S., Southern border crossings are likely to increase as warmer weather months arrive.
Senate considers foreign aid bill the House passed. Will it cost the speaker his job?
NPR's Michel Martin talks to political strategist Rina Shah about the House votes on foreign aid. What does it mean for Speaker Mike Johnson, and for Donald Trump's influence over the GOP?