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Waking up is hard to do, but it's easier with NPR's Morning Edition. Hosts Renee Montagne, Steve Inskeep, and David Greene bring the day's stories and news to radio listeners on the go. Morning Edition provides news in context, airs thoughtful ideas and commentary, and reviews important new music, books, and events in the arts. All with voices and sounds that invite listeners to experience the stories.
What Arizona's Mexico-born Republican congressman thinks of the border situation
by Mansee Khurana
As part of the "We, The Voters" series exploring immigration, we meet Republican Rep. Juan Ciscomani, a Mexican American representing Arizona's Sixth Congressional District.
Black Men Who Are Crime Victims Have Few Places To Turn
by Carrie Johnson
Advocates for survivors of violent crime say there are too few credible programs to help black men — and they're trying to change that.
Wanting An Edge, Beer 'Enthusiast' Steals Bottle Caps
A German beer company offered points toward prizes in its contest. Some bottle caps are winners; others aren't. Someone broke into a store and started removing bottle caps, 1,200 in all.
Idaho Compensates For Stolen 420 Mile Post Sign
Officials in Idaho put 419.9 on those green highway signs because their 420 mile posts keep getting stolen. For some reason, 420 is identified with pot enthusiasts but no one knows why.
Boat Trip Between Bodrum And Kos Is Markedly Different For Tourists, Refugees
by Ari Shapiro
It's only a few miles between the Turkish resort town of Bodrum and the Greek island of Kos. For thousands of refugees from the Middle East and Africa, that crossing is a life-defining event.
How Dorothy Parker's Ashes Ended Up In Baltimore
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
Dorothy Parker considered New York City her beloved hometown, but Parker's ashes can be found in Baltimore. Where were they before that? (This piece initially aired June 7, 2012 on Morning Edition.)
China's Government Tries To Stabilize Its Financial Markets
David Greene talks to Simon Rabinovitch, the Asia economics editor, for The Economist about China's slowing economy, the global impact and what the government is trying to do.
For The First Time, Female Soldiers To Graduate From Army's Ranger School
by Tom Bowman
The Army says two female lieutenants in their 20s will graduate from Ranger School this week. Ranger training is some of the toughest in the Army, physically and mentally.
Chinese-Made 'Monster Hunt' Dominates Theaters During Hollywood Blackout
by Frank Langfitt
Monster Hunt, a life-action, CGI fantasy, has brought in more than $330 in China this summer. The Chinese-made film has now made more money than any other movie except for Furious 7.
Deadly Bomb Attack Rips Through Popular Bangkok Shrine
by Michael Sullivan
A bomb in Bangkok on Monday killed an estimated 20 people with scores more injured. Thailand's prime minister is describing it as the country's worst attack ever.