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Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel

6:51am May 15, 2025

by A Martínez

President Trump says he's dropping sanctions against Syria, which led to celebrations in the streets of Damascus. But in Israel, many are wondering where they stand with their neighbor.

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Poll Shows Low Support For GOP Health Care Bill

by Scott Horsley

Senate Republican leaders have put off a vote on their health care bill until after the July Fourth recess. A new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll found only 17 percent of Americans approve of the bill.

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Morning News Brief: Health Care Vote Delayed, New Ransomware Attack Spreads

We look at the future of the Senate's health care bill after Republican leaders postponed a vote. Also, a new ransomware attack has spread from Ukraine, and we update the fight against Boko Haram.

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Cokie Roberts Answers Your Questions About Secret Legislation

In the #AskCokie segment, commentator Cokie Roberts talks with Steve Inskeep and answers listener questions about legislation drafted behind closed doors.

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Illinois Democrats Divided Over Billionaire Candidate

by Tony Arnold

Democrats in Illinois are debating whether they should back a billionaire candidate to take on Gov. Bruce Rauner next year, or whether embracing the money will lead the party astray.

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The State Of Boko Haram

by Ofeibea Quist-Arcton

Boko Haram extremists have been pushed back from their territorial gains, but they continue to wage attacks in towns and communities in northeastern Nigeria.

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European Union Fines Google $2.7 Billion

The European Union has fined Google $2.7 billion over what it calls anti-competitive practices. Steve Inskeep talks with Adrianne Jeffries of The Outline.

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Former Tennis Player James Blake On Athletes And Activism

Retired tennis player James Blake has written a book about athletes who take on social causes after he was tackled by a police officer. He talks with Rachel Martin about his book Ways of Grace.

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John McEnroe's Comments About Serena Williams Light Up Twitter

In an interview with NPR on Sunday, retired tennis player John McEnroe said Serena Williams was the best female tennis player in the world, but compared to top male players "she'd be like 700."

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Helicopter Drops Grenades On Venezuelan Supreme Court

In Venezuela, a helicopter dropped grenades on the Supreme Court building in the latest wave of turmoil to hit the country.

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Weekdays 5:00-9:00am

Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel

Poll Shows Low Support For GOP Health Care Bill

Morning News Brief: Health Care Vote Delayed, New Ransomware Attack Spreads

Cokie Roberts Answers Your Questions About Secret Legislation

Illinois Democrats Divided Over Billionaire Candidate

The State Of Boko Haram

European Union Fines Google $2.7 Billion

Former Tennis Player James Blake On Athletes And Activism

John McEnroe's Comments About Serena Williams Light Up Twitter

Helicopter Drops Grenades On Venezuelan Supreme Court

Colombia's FARC Rebels Officially Disarm

Mexican Tequila-Makers Threaten Heineken Over Tequila-Flavored Beer

New Ransomware Attack Spreads From Ukraine