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A U.S. doctor in Gaza wants President Biden to know 'we are not safe'
Dr. Adam Hamawy is a former U.S. Army combat surgeon currently in Gaza. He said he's treating primarily civilians, rather than combatants: "mostly children, many women, many elderly."
Week In Politics: The Most Underrated Stories Of 2019
This week's political roundup brings us the most underrated stories of 2019 and a look forward to 2020. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with David Brooks of The New York Times and Jason Johnson of The Root.
Why An Agile Anchovy Isn't Able To Escape A Ponderous Whale
by Joe Palca
Scientists used field recordings from humpback whales and laboratory experiments with anchovies to determine how the ponderous whale manages to catch the agile anchovy. The answer is timing.
Netanyahu's Secret To Staying In Power Longer Than Any Other Israeli Prime Minister
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Gayil Talshir, professor of political science at Hebrew University, about how Benjamin Netanyahu's been able to stay in power longer than any other Israeli prime minister.
California Water Cutbacks Could Take Large Area Of Farmland Out Of Production
by Kerry Klein
The state of California is gearing up to regulate its groundwater. By some estimates, water cutbacks could result in half a million acres of farmland taken out of production.
Russian Anti-Government Activist Disappears, Only To Turn Up At Arctic Military Base
by Lucian Kim
Russian authorities seized an ally of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and shipped him off to do military service in the Arctic.
Lawsuit Alleges Missouri Bank Mismanaged Painter Thomas Hart Benton's Estate
by Dan Margolies
In Kansas City, a lawsuit by the heirs of renowned painter Thomas Hart Benton alleges that a local bank has mismanaged Benton's estate.
Russia Claims It Has Successfully Tested An Alternative To The Internet
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Rodger Baker of Stratfor about the news that Russia has successfully tested a "closed" internet system.
A Look At The Hanukkah Movies On The Hallmark And Lifetime Channels
NPR's Ari Shaprio speaks with The Washington Post reporter Maura Judkis about Hallmark and Lifetime's Hanukkah movies.
In 'Preach' Podcast, Lee Hale Hosts Conversations About Struggling With Faith
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Lee Hale, host of the podcast, Preach, about his conversations with people who are struggling with their faith.