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Episcopal Church Sues Trump Administration Over Travel Ban
by Will James
A church in Washington state is suing the federal government for preventing it from practicing its faith. The Episcopal diocese says the refugee ban stops them from welcoming strangers in need.
Nearing 93, Robert Mugabe Shows No Sign Of Stepping Down
by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton
Immigrant's Suicide Raises Questions About Safety Of Detention Centers
by Maria Hinojosa
The suicide of a 31-year-old Mexican immigrant in an Arizona detention center has raised questions about the safety and treatment of immigrants in these centers.
On Presidents Day, Honoring Vice Presidents With A Song
Why does the U.S. have a holiday for chief executives, but none for their vice presidents? We right that wrong on this Presidents Day with an original vice presidents song.
Germany Bans 'My Friend Cayla' Doll Over Spying Concerns
by Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson
Germany has banned an interactive doll manufactured by an American company that German regulators charge can spy on children and collect personal data from them and their parents. But some consumer watchdogs say the ban alone is not enough.
New Research Shows How 'Atmospheric Rivers' Wreak Havoc Around The Globe
by Christopher Joyce
In 'Captured,' Democratic Senator Decries Money's Role In Politics
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island about his new book, Captured: The Corporate Infiltration of American Democracy.
China Suspends Coal Imports From North Korea
by Anthony Kuhn
China is suspending coal imports from North Korea, one of the country's economic lifelines. The Chinese government says the move is part of United Nations sanctions against North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.
Denver Looks For Balanced Approach To School Choice
by Eric Westervelt
Denver's innovative approach to school choice gets high marks from parents and pundits. The program also includes rebooting and even closing down under-performing schools, mostly in neighborhoods with some of the most vulnerable students.
Trump Administration Officials Reassure Europeans On NATO And Russia
Vice President Mike Pence and Defense Secretary James Mattis have offered words of reassurance to European officials worried about NATO and Russia due to contradicting statements from the president over the last few months. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Jacob Parakilas of Chatham House, a think tank in London, about how Europeans are reacting.
Trump Appoints H.R. McMaster As New National Security Adviser
by Tamara Keith
Following the departure of Mike Flynn, President Trump has appointed Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster as his new national security adviser.