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The FAFSA debacle is throwing a wrench in students' college plans
by Janet W. Lee
May 1 is a traditional decision day for many high school seniors to pick their college. But this year's trouble with the federal financial aid form has thrown that process into turmoil.
It Came From The Americas — And It's Bad News For Africa
by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton
U.N. Security Council Meets After Missile Launch By North Korea
by Michele Kelemen
The United Nations Security Council meets Monday to discuss this weekend's launch of a ballistic missile by North Korea.
U.S. Immigration Officials Continue To Carry Out Raids
by John Burnett
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents continued to carry out raids on Monday. Immigrant advocates say this represents a clear departure from the previous administration, but ICE officials have said these are routine enforcement actions.
White House Sends Mixed Messages About Confidence In Michael Flynn
by Mara Liasson
The White House says it is "evaluating the situation' regarding national security adviser Flynn, who may have misled the vice president-elect about his conversation with the Russian ambassador.
Trump Aide: Administration Is 'Evaluating The Situation' With Adviser Flynn
by Tamara Keith
The White House is "evaluating the situation" when it comes to national security adviser Michael Flynn, says spokesman Sean Spicer. Trump, however, declined to endorse Flynn when asked by reporters.
William Faulkner's Home Illustrates His Impact On The South
by Melissa Block
As Melissa Block's "Our Land" road trip takes her to Mississippi, she visits William Faulkner's home: Rowan Oak, in Oxford, Miss. With curator William Griffith, they talk about Faulkner's running theme of the South in conflict with itself.
Adele Upsets Beyonce For Grammy Album Of The Year
by Jacob Ganz
The biggest surprise of the 2017 Grammy Awards was Adele's surprise win over Beyonce for album of the year. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to music editor Jacob Ganz about music's big night.
Congress Poised To Stop State-Run Retirement Programs
by Ina Jaffe
Congress is poised to rescind an Obama administration rule making it easier for states to set up retirement plans for workers who aren't offered a plan by their employer. California and four other states have plans about to go into effect. Other states and cities have been considering them.
Trump Discusses Trade, Immigration With Canadian Prime Minister
by Scott Horsley
President Trump met Monday with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. They were expected to discuss trade, immigration and their very different attitudes toward refugees.