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House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest
by Barbara Sprunt
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with a group of Jewish students at Columbia University who say they've experienced antisemitic speech and harassment from protesters on and off campus.
Groundbreaking Deal Agreed To By WNBA, Players Association
The Women's National Basketball Association announced a new collective bargaining agreement that will provide significant pay increases, additional benefits and maternity leave for athletes.
'SNL' Alum Leslie Jones Debuts Netflix Special: 'Time Machine'
After five seasons on Saturday Night Live, Leslie Jones is back on stage doing what she loves: stand-up. NPR's David Greene talks to Jones about her new Netflix comedy special: Time Machine.
News Brief: Trump Impeachment, Democratic Debate, China Trade Deal
The articles of impeachment against President Trump go to the Senate Wednesday. The latest Democratic debate was held in Iowa. And, the president is set to sign Phase 1 of the trade deal with China.
Pelosi To End Hold On Impeachment Articles With Wednesday Vote
The historic vote to officially send the Senate the articles of impeachment will allow a Senate trial to begin in the coming days.
Apple Declines DOJ Request To Unlock Pensacola Gunman's Phones
by Shannon Bond
Apple rejected a Justice Department request to unlock two phones used by the Saudi gunman who killed three sailors in Florida. It's another standoff between the government and Apple over privacy.
Democratic Presidential Debate Stage In Iowa Shrinks To 6 Candidates
by Danielle Kurtzleben
Attacks among Democratic presidential campaigns are getting sharper. Amid simmering hostility, the candidates will be face-to-face tonight in Des Moines for the last debate before the Iowa caucuses.
European Nations Trigger Iran Nuclear Deal Dispute Mechanism
EU policy adviser Nathalie Tocci offers perspective on a move by European nations to trigger a dispute mechanism in response to Tehran's attempts to roll back parts of the nuclear deal.
U.S. Could Strike Iran Or Proxies 'Where Legally Available,' Esper Says
by Ari Shapiro
In an interview with NPR on Monday, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said if U.S. troops or interests are threatened, the U.S. will have the right to retaliate.
Russians Hacked Ukrainian Firm At The Center Of Impeachment
California cybersecurity firm Area 1 says Russian hackers targeted the Ukrainian gas company at the center of President Trump's impeachment. NPR's Noel King talks to Area 1 co-founder Oren Falkowitz.
A South African Man Has Been On Top Of A Pole For 2 Months
Vernon Kruger is living 80 feet up in the air in a wine barrel that is mounted on the top of a pole. In the 1990s he did this for 67 days. He wants to break his record while raising money for charity.
6 Men Successfully Cross Drake Passage In A Rowboat
The waters between South America and Antarctica are some of the most dangerous in the world. The 600-mile Drake Passage is a journey for the hardiest of crews. Six men dared to do it — in a rowboat.