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President Trump says the US helped broker ceasefire between India and Pakistan
by Diaa Hadid
While Trump announces a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, residents report blasts over Indian-held Kashmir shortly after.
How Ranchera Music Helped 1 Woman Fall In Love With Her Mexican Culture
by Adrian Florido
Before Valentine's Day, love is in the air. But sometimes, love hurts. It's a harsh reality that many Mexicans deal with by listening to rancheras, traditional songs from Mexico's countryside that you can put on when you just need a good cry. One young woman found a connection to her ancestors through the sounds of guitars and tears.
In Southern California, Some Cities Are Criminalizing Nuisance Code Violations
by Eric Westervelt
Some families have been slapped with giant "cost recovery" legal bills they cannot afford to pay. A non-profit law center filed suit Tuesday to try to stop the practice.
Officials Still Investigating California's Thomas Fire As Lawsuits Grow In Number
by Stephanie O'Neill
In California, officials continue to investigate the Thomas Fire — the largest wildfire in modern California history. A growing number of lawsuits claim a failed water system is a key reason hundreds of homes burned.
Before Joining Trump Administration, Mick Mulvaney Acted As Anti-Deficit Crusader
by Tamara Keith
Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney was first elected to Congress in the Tea Party wave of 2010 and acted as an anti-deficit crusader. That is, until he became President Trump's budget director.
FBI Timeline For Rob Porter's Background Check Conflicts With What White House Said
by Mara Liasson
The FBI director laid out a timeline for the background check investigation of former White House staff secretary Rob Porter that conflicts with what President Trump's staff has said. Porter resigned amid allegations of domestic violence.
Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez Discusses Obstacles In Immigration Debate
Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., is part of the so-called "Gang of Six" — a group of six Republicans and Democrats from the Senate who have been working on a DACA deal for months. He speaks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about what he hopes will come out of this week's immigration debate, what the most challenging obstacles to a deal still are and what he thinks consensus can be reached on.
Israeli Police Recommend Corruption Charges Against Prime Minister Netanyahu
by Daniel Estrin
Israeli police announced that they're recommending Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu face charges for corruption. Prosecutors will now decide whether to file a case, but Netanyahu says the police are biased against him.
Trump's Proposed Budget Gives Up Fight Against Deficit Spending
by Marilyn Geewax
President Trump is proposing a budget plan that gives up the fight against deficit spending, which has long been a Republican goal. But Trump's budget concedes that goal; tax revenues will not catch up to spending as far as the eye can see.