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Despite the pause on high tariffs, Chinese factories still face high uncertainty
by Emily Feng
A 90-day pause on triple-digit U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods has left exporters and importers in a high state of uncertainty. Factory owners in China tell NPR that orders are down overall.
What Legal Questions Will Be Raised After Mueller Report Is Released?
David Greene talks to Kimberly Wehle, who served as independent counsel during the Whitewater probe, and former federal prosecutor Shan Wu, on what to expect from the redacted Mueller report.
Before Mueller Report Is Released, Republicans And Democrats Take Sides
Steve Inskeep talks to conservative commentator Jonah Goldberg and Democratic pollster Margie Omero about what Republicans and Democrats have to gain from the release of the redacted Mueller report.
After A 2-Year Probe, Redacted Mueller Report Is About To Be Released
by Tamara Keith
The Justice Department will release a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller's report Thursday. While it's likely to shed light on some big open questions, it could also raise others.
Police Body Camera Video Raises Questions About Shooting Of N.C. Black Man
by Sarah Delia
In Charlotte, N.C., people continue to protest the police shooting of a black man at a fast-food restaurant parking lot. The killing sparked questions about whether the shooting was justified.
Mueller Report Release May Shed More Light On Russia Election Interference
The Mueller probe found that Russia tried to interfere in the U.S. presidential election. David Greene talks to Laura Rosenberger of the Alliance for Securing Democracy at the German Marshall Fund.
Reddit User Vowed To Eat His Hat If Tampa Bay Lightning Lost
In the NHL playoffs, the high-flying Tampa Bay Lightning got swept by Columbus. The fan was true to his word and ate some bits of his hat. One comment read: "At least he didn't choke like Tampa."
U.S. Takes Action Against Venezuela, Nicaragua And Cuba
by Carrie Kahn
The U.S. promises to bring democracy to Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua. A year ago protesters demanded the removal of Nicaragua's president, that situation is in a stalemate — just like in Venezuela.
Ask Cokie: Reparations For Slavery
Democratic presidential contenders have discussed reparations for slavery during this campaign season. David Greene talks to commentator Cokie Roberts, who answers listeners' reparation questions.
Tourists Face A Toll If They Want To Drive Down Lombard Street
San Francisco's Lombard Street claims to be the "crookedest street in the world" — with eight switchbacks on a steep hill. Officials are debating how much a toll tourists should pay.
News Brief: Mueller Report, North Korea, Brain Tests On Dead Pigs
The redacted version of the Mueller report is released Thursday. North Korea announces it has tested a new "tactical guided weapon." Scientists have restored some function in the brains of dead pigs.
Spain's Civil War Ended In 1939 But Memories From It Are Still Fresh
Spain is marking the 80th anniversary of the end of its civil war. Almost every family in the country was affected by the conflict.
Indiana Teachers Stage Protests To Spotlight Low Wages
by Jeanie Lindsay
Teachers have been protesting for higher wages. In Indiana, lawmakers introduced measures to improve the situation but many teachers say it may not be enough to keep them in the profession.