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Fans have been desperate for the next installment of 'Grand Theft Auto'
Grand Theft Auto 5 came out more than 10 years ago, and developer Rockstar Games has finally announced a release date for Grand Theft Auto 6 — Fall 2025. Some fans feel it isn't soon enough.
Critics: U.K.'s Chinese Telecom Deal Is A Cybersecurity Risk
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with cybersecurity expert Alan Woodward about concerns that the United Kingdom is allowing Chinese telecom firm Huawei to build a new 5G data network.
Iowa Caucuses Begin Democrats' Presidential Nominating Contests
Iowa Democrats gather Monday to kick off the nominating contests that will pick the party's presidential nominee — that person will take on President Trump in November.
Movies Generating Buzz At This Year's Sundance Film Festival
From quirky comedies to groundbreaking documentaries, this year's Sundance Film Festival is showcasing 118 feature films. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan.
'Throughline': The Origins Of Iran's Gen. Qassem Soleimani
by Ramtin Arablouei
The U.S.-Iran relationship has been shaped by a shadow branch of the Iranian military, led by a general that the U.S. killed earlier this month. The NPR podcast Throughline examine his legacy.
Democrats Pressured To Make Iowa Caucuses More Accessible
by Juana Summers
With days to go until Monday's Iowa caucuses, we examine how the caucusing process can pose problems and barriers for certain groups of voters who might want to participate.
College Baseball Coach Died In Helicopter Crash That Killed Kobe Bryant
by Adolfo Guzman Lopez
The helicopter crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter also killed three members of another family. The baseball coach at Orange Coast College died along with his wife and daughter.
Pompeo To Visit Ukraine Which Is Caught Up In U.S. Politics
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Pompeo on Thursday arives in Ukraine — the country at the center of President Trump's impeachment. The trip is to support Ukraine in its pushback against Russian aggression.
Senate To Vote Friday On Whether To Allow Impeachment Witnesses
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Claudia Grisales and Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma about the Senate impeachment trial, and the possibility of witnesses being called to testify.
Heat Is On GOP To Allow Witnesses At Impeachment Trial, Sen. Warren Says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren about the debate over whether witnesses will be called in the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. NPR's Tamara Keith weighs in.
Indoor Vertical Farm In Cincinnati Will Be Fully Automated
by Ann Thompson
This year is expected to be a big one for autonomous farming where robots plant, nurture and harvest leafy greens indoors. One such farm is under construction in Ohio.
South Carolina Animal Rescue Group Wants Piggy Cuddlers
Here's your chance to cuddle a pig. The Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary says volunteers need to help 100 rescued pigs prepare for their new lives as pets.
China Confirms Nearly 6,000 Cases Of Coronavirus
by Emily Feng
China's health officials say the number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus has risen to 5,974 in 31 provinces with 132 deaths. People are asking why it took so long for controls to be implemented.