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As pro-Palestinian protests spread, more university leaders weigh police involvement
by Meg Anderson
As college administrators face growing unrest on campuses, a growing number are grappling with whether to bring in law enforcement to quell the demonstrations.
MLB's new uniforms, that ended up being see-through, will get fixed
According to a Major League Baseball Player's Association memo, which was obtained by ESPN, the league has heard the complaints and will get the uniforms fixed — next year.
Pa. voters talk how the economy may impact their choice for president
In Northampton County, Pa., voters speak out about how inflation affects their views on this year's presidential candidates.
Candace Parker announces she's leaving the WNBA after 16 seasons
WNBA legend Candace Parker is retiring after 16 years in the league. NPR's A Martinez talks to Ben Pickman of The Athletic, about how Parker has changed the game, and what comes next.
As conditions worsen in Gaza, humanitarian workers' jobs become more difficult
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Bob Kitchen of the International Rescue Committee, about a letter aid groups wrote to President Biden demanding concrete action to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Should people get bereavement leave for the death of a pet?
Half of pet owners say their animal is a member of the family — equal to humans. Google, Starbucks, United Airlines and Walmart have embraced a so-called "pet-conscious workplace."
China's automotive vision and influence are on display at the Beijing auto show
by Steve Inskeep
The latest electric vehicles are on display at the Beijing auto show. The huge event spotlights the newest front of competition between the U.S. and China.
Haiti aims to get closer to a having a full transitional government
by Eyder Peralta
It's been two months since gangs seized near-total control of Haiti's capital. Now, the country's newly established transitional council is set to select a leader.
The El Niño weather pattern is having devastating effects in South America
by Manuel Rueda
Unusually dry weather has led to water rationing and even power cuts. Colombia's capital city of Bogotá is rationing water for the first time in decades.
'Washington Post' probes 2023 alleged assassination plot of Sikh separatist
A new report from The Washington Post provides the clearest link yet between India's government and a foiled assassination attempt targeting a Sikh activist in the U.S. in 2023.
There have been clashes at pro-Palestinian protests across U.S. campuses
Hundreds of arrests were made on college campuses over the weekend as protests continued over U.S. involvement with Israel's war in Gaza.
Morning news brief
International arrest warrants could be issued for Israel's top officials. Pro-Palestinian protests at U.S. colleges show no sign of letting up. Spain's prime minister may announce he's stepping down.