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Bernie Sanders says Netanyahu is attacking campus protests to deflect war criticism
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized ongoing campus protests across the U.S. as antisemitic. The Vermont senator said it was an attempt to "deflect attention" from Israel's actions.
Black veterans are less likely to be approved for benefits, according to VA documents
by Quil Lawrence
A whistleblower said the Department of Veterans Affairs has known of and tracked racial disparities in benefits decisions for years. Here's an update an ongoing discrimination lawsuit against the VA.
Two new national monuments are dedicated in Nevada and Texas
The U.S. got two new national monuments this week in Nevada and Texas. One is a sacred place to several tribes. The other also includes ancient tribal lands and was once a military training ground.
Credit Suisse was once a Swiss national treasure. Now it's a cautionary tale
by Rob Schmitz
The history of Credit Suisse was enmeshed with Swiss history, and the bank long considered a national treasure with a great reputation. Last week, it was bought by rival UBS.
Where the cases stand for the 1,000 people charged for the Capitol riot
by Meg Anderson
More than 1,000 people have now been charged for the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. NPR has tracked every case from arrest to sentencing. Here's what is happening to those charged.
Clowns converge on Orlando for funny business
by Danielle Prieur - WMFE
Clowns of all stripes gather at the World Clown convention in Orlando this week
by Danielle Prieur
Clowns of all stripes are at the World Clown Association convention in Orlando, Fla., this week. There they connect with other clowns and improve their skills in workshops all to become better clowns.
A look at Amritpal Singh, the Sikh preacher on the run who has captivated India
by Lauren Frayer
Car chases in India, violent protests in the U.S. and U.K. — over a popular Sikh preacher on the run. India and its diaspora have been captivated by a manhunt for a charismatic separatist leader.
The carnage and Keanu remain elegant in 'John Wick Chapter 4'
by Bob Mondello
Keanu Reeves' reluctant assassin is a little less reluctant in his latest outing, John Wick Chapter 4.
Acknowledging layoffs at NPR
NPR is undergoing a reduction of roughly 10% of its workforce. The layoffs include members of the All Things Considered team.
Virginia school district parents practice calm communication on culture war issues
by Randi B. Hagi
A school system in Virginia has engaged parents and teachers in targeted discussions over the treatment of transgender student and mistrust of public schools.
With a few 1 seeds, Cinderellas and underdogs left, this Sweet 16 has everything
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with The Athletic senior writer Nicole Auerbach about this weekend's Sweet 16 matchups in men's and women's college basketball tournaments and how Cinderella teams have fared.
The investigations and potential charges that Trump is facing
by Becky Sullivan
As a Manhattan grand jury hears evidence about former President Donald Trump's involvement in a hush-money arrangement, he also faces scrutiny in other probes that could come with potential charges.