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Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel
by A Martínez
President Trump says he's dropping sanctions against Syria, which led to celebrations in the streets of Damascus. But in Israel, many are wondering where they stand with their neighbor.
French Film Star Jean-Paul Belmondo, The Epitome Of Cool, Dies At 88
by Bob Mondello
Belmondo's breakout role was in the New Wave classic Breathless and it won him international fame. French President Macron mourned the passing of a man he called "a national treasure" on Twitter.
The New Abortion Law In Texas Prompts Very Little Corporate Pushback
Few of the major firms in the state are taking a stand on the law. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Chris Tomlinson, business columnist for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News.
Michael K. Williams, Actor Who Played Omar On 'The Wire,' Dies At 54
Critically acclaimed actor Michael K. Williams was found dead in his New York City apartment Monday. One of his most notable roles was that of Omar Little from HBO's The Wire.
French Trial To Begin Over The 2015 Terror Attacks On The Country
by Eleanor Beardsley
This week France tries those allegedly involved in the attacks that killed 130 people at a sports stadium, theater and cafes. The trial could run eight months and resurfaces a national trauma.
News Brief: Afghan Crisis Talks, Biden To Survey Flood Area, ECMO Machines
The Taliban say their blitz through Afghanistan is complete. President Biden on Tuesday tours Ida damage in the Northeast. Tennessee and other states are struggling with the latest COVID-19 surge.
Italian Man Doesn't Just Want To Read Fantasy Books, He Wants To Live Them
Nicolas Gentile bought land in the Italian countryside and started building. His goal is to create a hobbit village, modeled after J.R.R. Tolkien's Shire. He an his family dress in hobbit clothes.
Domino's Pizza Blob Takes On A Life Of Its Own
A Domino's employee in Covington, La., threw dough away before closing for Hurricane Ida. More than a week later, the blob has risen way beyond the dumpster and cooked into the parking lot.
A Taliban Spokesman Says They Control Panjshir, The Last Holdout Afghan Province
The Taliban say they have taken control of the last pocket of resistance in Afghanistan. For the latest, NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Susannah George of the Washington Post who is in Kabul.
Parts Of New York, Flooded By Ida's Effects, Are Working To Recover
NPR'S Rachel Martin talks to New York City Councilman Justin Brannan about how his district is recovering from the damage of last week's rain and flooding. He represents District 43 in Brooklyn.
Oakland Parents Say The Pandemic Helped To Get Learning Concerns Addressed
by Vanessa Rancaño
Schools in Oakland, Calif., regularly report lower reading levels for Black and Latino students. A parent advocacy group has been demanding the district do better.
Many States Are Not Reporting The Latest COVID-19 Numbers
by Will Bauer
Officials in Nebraska recently stopped publishing county-level coronavirus data — citing privacy concerns. Public health experts say that's false and creates a dangerous blind spot.
A Week After Ida Hit Louisiana, Electricity Is Slowly Being Restored
Power is expected to be restored in more parts of Louisiana this week, but residents throughout the state are still struggling in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, especially those along the coast.