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Israel bars aid from entering Gaza from Jordan
by Jane Arraf
Jordan has been a hub for humanitarian aid going to Gaza. It's just a few hours drive from the Gaza border. But now, amid spreading famine, Israel is allowing only supplies from Israel to enter Gaza.
Russia Probe: Rep. Schiff On Bannon's Testimony Before House Panel
Rachel Martin talks to Rep. Adam Schiff, ranking Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, about Steve Bannon testifying before the panel as it investigates Russia's meddling in the 2016 election.
New Phase Begins In Saudi Arabia's Anti-Corruption Crackdown
by Jackie Northam
It appears Saudi authorities may soon move businessmen and princes held on corruption charges from detention in a luxury hotel to a prison. The move comes amid a series of changes in the kingdom.
Like Florida, Maryland Wants To Be Exempt From Offshore Drilling
by Jeff Brady
Now that the Trump administration has excluded Florida from its offshore drilling proposal, other places want the same. They're making their case as the public comment period gets underway.
2 Ex-Naval Commanders Face Criminal Charges In 2 Deadly Collisions
by Tom Bowman
The Navy says commanding officers of the 2 vessels involved in separate collisions in the Pacific Ocean will face court-martial proceedings and possible criminal charges including negligent homicide.
Ex-Gymnastics Doctor Faces Sentencing In Michigan
Simone Biles has made public her account of sexual assault by an ex-doctor with USA Gymnastics. David Greene talks to Mark Alesia, of The Indianapolis Star, about proceedings against Larry Nassar.
GOP Pushes Plan To Keep Government Open While DACA Decided
by Mara Liasson
House Republicans propose a temporary measure that keeps the government funded. It buys times for them to work out differences on protecting the young undocumented immigrants who call the U.S. home.
New Jersey Has A New Law Against Droning While Intoxicated
On his last day in office, Gov. Chris Christie signed a law Monday making it illegal to fly an unmanned drone after too many drinks.
Trump Raises Possibility Of Bringing Back Earmarks
Commentator and columnist Cokie Roberts answers listener questions about the history in Congress of attaching spending for pet projects onto major pieces of legislation — a practice known as earmarks.
Klingon Tourist Center Opens Next Month In Stockholm
The center will introduce visitors to the culture and customs of the Star Trek warrior race. Fans will also get to tour a replica of the Klingon capital city.
Review: 'American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace'
by Eric Deggans
The FX true crime anthology, American Crime Story returns Wednesday night for its second season. Based on journalist Maureen Orth's book, it will explore the murder of fashion designer Gianni Versace.
Decision By Minnesota Vikings Crushes Hopes Of Las Vegas Gamblers
After the Vikings' last-second TD, they were supposed to attempt an extra-point kick, which would have covered the 5 1/2-point spread. The team decided instead to end the game without a kick attempt.
Syrian Family May Have To Move Again To Escape Government Forces
David Greene talks to Abdul Kafi Alhamdo, an English teacher who fled Aleppo for the countryside in 2016. Advances by Syrian government forces have him worried he may have to uproot his family again.