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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.
Sen. Kaine Responds To Trump's Emergency Declaration
President Trump has declared a national emergency to secure funding to build a wall at the southern border. Sen. Tim Kaine, Democrat of Virginia, says Democrats will challenge the declaration.
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin On Border Wall
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., about the president's plan to declare a state of emergency and divert funds to build a border wall.
News Brief: Trump To Declare National Emergency For Border Wall
President Trump says he will sign a border funding compromise to avert a shutdown, but will also declare a national emergency in order to build a border wall. Also, Amazon cancels plans for New York.
A History Of Presidential Tax Returns
Commentator Cokie Roberts talks with Steve Inskeep and answers listener questions about the history of presidents and their tax returns.
2 Candidates Lead Field Of More Than 70 In Nigerian Presidential Election
by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton
More than 70 candidates are running in Nigeria's presidential election Saturday, but two candidates are in the lead. Big issues include corruption, the economy and threats from extremists.
A Crackdown On Journalism In The Philippines
by Julie McCarthy
Journalist Maria Ressa has been released on bail after she was arrested on Wednesday on charges of "cyber libel." Her arrest came amid fears of a broader crackdown on the press in the Philippines.
Toronto Man Remakes Famous Painting With 'Snowna Lisa'
Robert Greenfield etched his own version of the Mona Lisa in the snow over his backyard ice rink.
Why Amazon Canceled Its NYC Plans
by Alina Selyukh
Amazon says it will abandon plans to open one of its headquarters in New York. The announcement came abruptly, after New York leaders spent months campaigning for the facility.
Congrats To Maine On Moose-Calling Record
Congratulations to the Maine Moose Festival. They announced that they had set a world record when more than 1,000 people made moose calls.
How Northam, Neeson Can Represent 'Racism Without Racists'
by Lynn Neary
Virgnia Gov. Ralph Northam and actor Liam Neeson were both involved in actions widely condemned as racist. Both denied they are racist. It's a phenomenon known as "racism without racists."
Feb. 15: Singles Awareness Day
Feb. 15 is being called Singles Awareness Day, a holiday for those who are not involved in a romantic relationship to complement Valentine's Day.