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Deadlocked Supreme Court Fails To Revive Obama's Immigration Plan

3:05pm June 24, 2016

by John Burnett

The court's tie vote blocked the administration's controversial attempt to help millions of unauthorized immigrant families. The case goes back to the court of a conservative federal judge in Texas.

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Lead pipes like this one still bring water into many U.S. homes.

Are Your Pipes Made Of Lead? Here's A Quick Way To Find Out

2:23pm June 24, 2016

Flint, Mich., brought the risk of lead pipes to many people's attention, but the problems go further. Find out if lead pipes could be affecting your drinking water.

Donald Trump speaks from the 9th tee at his new Trump Turnberry Resort Friday in Ayr, Scotland. Trump endorsed the U.K. decision to leave the European Union even though Scotland was against it.

Make Britain Great Again? Donald Trump's Remarkable Reaction To 'Brexit'

1:28pm June 24, 2016

by Sarah McCammon

In Scotland, which voted against leaving the European Union, Donald Trump praised the vote to leave. He predicted it's a sign of a populist revolution to come across Europe — and the United States.

Tests you can take at home to check for colorectal cancer are now recommended on par with colonoscopy.

Changes For Colon Cancer Screening: 5 Things To Know Now

12:30pm June 24, 2016

by Julie Appleby

A federal task force expanded the list of recommended colorectal cancer screening tests. Here's the lowdown on the tests and how they might be covered now and in the future by health insurance.

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Out Of Ashes, An Unwavering Resolve: 'That's The Legacy. We Never Ran Away'

9:39am June 24, 2016

by NPR Staff

Before the Orlando shooting, the deadliest attack on LGBT people in the U.S. happened at a New Orleans gay bar. Decades later, a pastor recalls the fire's brutal — but, somehow, hopeful — aftermath.

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Orlando Club Reopens Nearly Two Weeks After Deadly Mass Shooting

9:12am June 24, 2016

by Cheryl Corley

It was Latin Night at Pulse when a gunman opened fire inside the Orlando club, killing 49 people and inuring dozens more. Nearly two weeks later, the LGBT club again hosted Latin Night.

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Supreme Court Issues Orders On Immigration, Affirmative Action

8:05am June 24, 2016

by Nina Totenberg

The high court deadlocked on one major issue but decided another — handing President Obama a setback on immigration but affirming a constitutional role for affirmative action in college admissions.

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Bad News For Kids Who Don't Like Flu Shots

8:21pm June 23, 2016

by Carolyn Beans

A panel of advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended against using a needle-free flu vaccine that's popular with pediatricians, parents and children.

Jimmy Page (right) and Robert Plant (left) of Led Zeppelin performing in the U.K. in 1975.

Jury Clears Led Zeppelin In 'Stairway To Heaven' Plagiarism Suit

7:54pm June 23, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

A California jury has ruled that the members of Led Zeppelin did not steal the melody that opens a seminal song in rock history.

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Labor And Business Can Agree On This: Congress Should Act On Immigration

7:22pm June 23, 2016

by Marilyn Geewax

Unions and employers both called for congressional action after the Supreme Court blocked White House plans to defer some deportations.