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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
Trump Chides Intelligence Officials In A Bid To Play To His Base
Rachel Martin talks to John Sipher, formerly of the CIA's National Clandestine Service, about President Trump blasting intelligence officials' assessments on Iran, North Korea and other matters.
Rep. Aguilar Likes The Tone So Far Of Bipartisan Border Security Talks
Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Rep. Pete Aguilar of California, who is on the panel negotiating a border security deal the president will support. NPR's Domenico Montanaro weighs in on the issue.
Theresa May To Head To Brussels To Try To Renegotiate Brexit Deal
by Frank Langfitt
The British prime minister's aim is to renegotiate the Brexit withdrawal pact with the EU. Some of the sharpest opposition to her plan comes from the country which would be most affected: Ireland.
KFC Tests Cheetos Sandwich In Selected Locations
It's a chicken sandwich loaded with the orange cheese-flavored snack. It's a limited edition sandwich, but who knows, it could be the future.
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged
As expected, the Federal Reserve did not raise its key interest rate. But in a reversal from December, the Fed said it will be "patient" as it decides when to change them again.
Michigan State Faulted For Handling Of Sexual Abuse Cases
by Kate Wells
A Department of Education report claims Michigan State University displayed "a lack of institutional control" in the handling of the Larry Nassar scandal, and has violated federal campus safety laws.
Homeless Face Record-Breaking Cold In Parts Of The Nation
Rachel Martin talks to Debra Gonzalez, founder of the nonprofit organization in Wisconsin, Feeding His Flock Street Ministry, about searching the streets to find homeless people in need of shelter.
Uptick In Butterfly Census Could Be A Fluke, Researchers Caution
by Carrie Kahn
Environmentalists say the number of monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico's forests is up dramatically. That's good news after years of drastic decline, but researchers warn it might not last.
Productivity Tool Helps Procrastinators Working From Home Stay On Task
Focusmate pairs you with another procrastinator for 50-minute "virtual co-working" sessions. While it may sound creepy, the Boston Globe reports some people swear by it.
Will PG&E's Bankruptcy Hurt California's Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals?
by Lauren Sommer
There is concern that California's climate goals could suffer a set back because of PG&E's bankruptcy filing. The utility is key to helping the state's grid become 100 percent carbon free.
Janet Napolitano Answers The Question: What Scares You?
For a new podcast, member station WNYC asks people: What scares you? Former Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, who is president of the University of California, shares a few of her fears.
News Brief: Deep Freeze, User Data Concerns, Trade Talks
Severe cold paralyzes a portion of the U.S. Facebook and Google are scrutinized over apps that collected data from teenagers. And, it's the final day of trade talks between the U.S. and China.