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Many in Kenya are angry with the government's response after months of heavy rains
by Emmanuel Igunza
Kenya has endured months of record rainfall with no sign the deluge will stop any time soon. With over 200 killed in flash floods, many Kenyans think the government has been slow to react.
Despite Its Title, 'The Year Of Spectacular Men' Is Mostly About Women
by Bob Mondello
The Year Of Spectacular Men is a comedy that's a real family affair. It's directed by Lea Thompson and written by her daughter, Madelyn Deutch, who also stars in the film.
Comcast Puts In $65 Billion Bid For 21st Century Fox
by David Folkenflik
Comcast is offering $65 billion for the major entertainment assets of 21st Century Fox, which is controlled by the Murdoch family. Comcast is hoping to lure the Fox properties away from Disney, with a bid it calls "superior" to Disney's.
Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher Discusses U.S. Relations With North Korea After Summit
Details about the U.S.-North Korea summit are being examined and some skepticism is emerging. Rep. Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., speaks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about the need he sees for caution on North Korea moving forward.
How President Trump Is Changing The Republican Party
by Mara Liasson
Republican primary voters and leaders in Congress have made it clear this week that they are in lock step behind President Trump, and there's almost no room for dissent in today's GOP.
House Republican Leaders Set To Vote On Immigration Proposals
by Susan Davis
House Republican leaders have avoided the immigration debate because it exposes splits inside the party. Now, just five months ahead of the midterms, they agreed to vote on two proposals, with conservatives and centrists still struggling to get on same page.
How The DOJ Decision On Asylum Cases Will Affect Those Fleeing Domestic Abuse
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Dorchen Leidholdt, director for the Center for Battered Women's Legal Services at the Sanctuary for Families, about how Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision in an asylum case will affect the cases of others who are fleeing domestic abuse or other types of violence in their home countries.
'Radio Dodo' Creates Bedtime Stories For Syrian Refugees
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Brigitte Alepin, the creator of "Radio Dodo," or Sleepytime Radio, a program that creates bedtime stories for Syrian refugees.
Immigration Law Professor Weighs In On U.S. Asylum Eligibility Decision
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Temple University law professor Jan Ting about Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision that severely limits who is eligible for asylum, and why he largely agrees with the move.