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These students protested the Gaza war. Trump's deportation threat didn't silence them
NPR spoke with two international students about their decision to continue speaking out despite the government's aggressive effort to deport pro-Palestinian activists.
New Zealand To Ban Weapons Such As Those Used In Last Week's Attacks
by Rob Schmitz
In response to the deadly attacks on two mosques on Friday, New Zealand's prime minister has announced a ban on most semi-automatic weapons. An amnesty and buy-back program were announced.
U.S. Mathematician Is The First Woman To Win Abel Prize
Karen Uhlenbeck is a mathematician at the University of Texas at Austin. The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters gives the Abel Prize, the closest thing there is to a Nobel Prize for math.
Plane Safety Is A Shared Responsibility, Former FAA Administrator Says
As the Federal Aviation Administration comes under increasing criticism for its relationship with Boeing, Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Huerta, the last permanent FAA administrator.
It's Not You. Presidential Campaigns Are Starting Earlier
More than two dozen Democrats have announced their White House bid, and more are expected to get in the race. Rachel Martin talks to commentator Cokie Roberts about the history of campaign launches.
McCain's Death Hasn't Stopped Trump From Criticizing The Ex-Senator
Rachel Martin talks to Mark Salter, a longtime aide to former Sen. McCain. The president has spent the week insulting McCain, who died 7 months ago. NPR's Domenico Montanaro weighs in on the topic.
Far-Right Parties Fan Ecosystem Of Hate, Ex-Australian Prime Minister Says
The massacre in New Zealand shines a spotlight on global white nationalism — especially in Australia, where the suspect came from. Steve Inskeep talks to former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd.
Momentum Builds To Eliminate The Electoral College
by Miles Parks
Several Democratic presidential candidates are calling for an end to the Electoral College. Meanwhile, several states back a plan that would go around the two-centuries-old way of picking presidents.
White House Economic Report Credits Research By Super Hero Interns
The interns listed include Peter Parker, Bruce Wayne and Steve Rogers. These are the civilian names of Spiderman, Batman and Captain America. Last year's interns included Captain Kirk.
As Brexit Drags On, People In Ireland Wait To Learn Their Border Fate
Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Frank Langfitt about a Brexit delay, and Daniel Mulhall, Ireland's ambassador to the U.S., about the Northern Ireland-Ireland border that is caught up in Brexit flap.
Delbanco Writes About Americans' Complicity With Slavery In His Latest Book
Steve Inskeep talks with Andrew Delbanco about slavery and reparations. Delbanco is the author of, The War Before the War.
Deadline Draws Near To Complete NCAA Basketball Brackets
by Tom Goldman
The top men's college basketball teams on Thursday start their journey to the annual championship. The women begin Friday. Get ready for exciting stories to play out over the next few weeks.
News Brief: Gun Ban, Trump Criticizes McCain, Fentanyl Deaths
New Zealand bans weapons like those used in last week's attacks. President Trump continues to criticize John McCain, even though he's deceased. New data paints a dark picture of the opioid epidemic.