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What the jury in the Sean Combs trial will be deliberating
by Anastasia Tsioulcas
The jury considering the charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation for prostitution against the music mogul Sean Combs began its deliberations.
Philae Comet Landing Reminiscent Of 'Armageddon,' 'Deep Impact'
by Bob Mondello
Bob Mondello listened to reports about spacecraft Philae landing on comet 67P, and it reminded him of certain movies.
For Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Aiding Children With Disabilities Is Personal
by NPR Staff
While Thursday's House vote on immigration reminds us that Congress remains divided, one bill enjoyed bipartisan support this week.
'Training Is Not The Problem' In Strained Community-Police Relations
Noel Leader speaks with Audie Cornish about ways to improve community-police relations following an outpouring of anger at the shootings of two unarmed black men, Michael Brown and Eric Garner.
Putin Stands Firm In 'State Of The Nation' Address
by Corey Flintoff
Russian President Vladimir Putin made his annual "State of the Nation" speech in Moscow on Thursday, with a defense of Russia's seizure of Crimea and an attack on Western nations who he said were intent on keeping Russia down.
Portland's Statues Yarnbombed With Ugly Christmas Sweaters
Call it "yarnbombing" with a holiday twist. Statues in downtown Portland, Ore., are now festooned with holiday sweaters. We talk to the crocheters behind the stunt.
This Year's Flu Season Could Be A Bad One
by Rob Stein
The most common strain of flu virus circulating this year tends to cause a lot of serious illness and more deaths than usual. It's also not a great match for this year's flu vaccine.
Taking Stock Of America's Toxic Sites And The Millions Living Near Them
A National Geographic article looks at toxic waste sites in the U.S. and the more than 49 million Americans who live near them. NPR's Eric Westervelt talks with writer Paul Voosen about his piece.
On The History Of Chokeholds In The NYPD
Audie Cornish talks with Chris Dunn, associate legal director of the New York Civil Liberties Union, on the use of chokehold in the New York City Police Department.