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Trump says there's an Israel-Iran ceasefire
by Tamara Keith
President Trump said Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, ending 12 days of conflict.
Biden Banks On South Carolina To Re-Energize His Campaign
It's primary day in South Carolina and there's a lot at stake for all the Democratic presidential candidates, but especially for former Vice President Joe Biden.
U.S. And The Taliban Sign Historic Agreement
by Diaa Hadid
The U.S. and the Taliban have signed a deal after 18 years of war in Afghanistan. It calls for the withdrawal of American and NATO military forces from the country within 14 months.
Clyburns Split On 2020 Presidential Endorsements
NPR'S Michel Martin speaks with Congressman Jim Clyburn and his grandson Walter Clyburn Reed about why they are each supporting different candidates in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.
South Carolina Mayor's Decision To Back Bloomberg
Columbia, S.C., Mayor Stephen Benjamin has endorsed former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Benjamin tells NPR's Michel Martin why he's supporting a candidate who's not on the ballot in his state.
Trump Will Nominate Rep. John Ratcliffe As Director Of National Intelligence
by Greg Myre
President Trump tweeted Friday that he is nominating Rep. John Ratcliffe, R-Texas, to be director of national intelligence. Ratcliffe was first nominated last July but withdrew amid controversy.
Handwashing 101: A Guide To Proper Washing (And Drying)
by Madeline K. Sofia
Coronavirus fears have health professionals talking once again about the importance of washing your hands. Here's a primer on the proper technique — and some of the science — of cleaning up.
Federal Court Blocks 'Remain In Mexico' Program For Central American Asylum Seekers
by John Burnett
A federal appeals court in California has blocked the Trump administration's "Remain in Mexico" program, which required asylum seekers to wait in Mexico for their day in U.S. immigration court.
Film Festival Hit 'Saint Frances' Opens In Theaters
by Bob Mondello
In the new independent comedy Saint Frances, a young woman finds her sense of family upended by a romance, an unexpected pregnancy and a gig as a nanny.
A Divided Region Of A Swing State: The Political Landscape Of Pueblo, Colo.
by Bente Birkeland
The city of Pueblo, Colo. went for Donald Trump in 2016, but a diverse population and an activated base of working-class voters could flip it in 2020.
Afghan University Student Reflects On Week Of Reduced Violence
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Afghan college student Hakim Ahmadzai about differences he's experienced in Kabul since a seven-day reduction in violence agreement has been in effect.
The Last Chevy Impala Has Now Been Made In Detroit
by Camila Domonoske
The last Chevrolet Impala rolled off the assembly line this week as General Motors converts its Hamtramck, Mich. factory to electric vehicle production.