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House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest
by Barbara Sprunt
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with a group of Jewish students at Columbia University who say they've experienced antisemitic speech and harassment from protesters on and off campus.
Washington, D.C. Election Guide Uses Upside-Down Flag
The Washington Post reported the mistake. But officials contend it was really a brilliant ruse to get attention and fight voter apathy.
Why Has There Been So Much Turmoil In Financial Markets Lately?
To examine the turn global stock markets took this week, Linda Wertheimer talks to David Wessel, director of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution and a Wall Street Journal contributor.
Hot Dog Suit Costs Irish Movie Theater $25,000
Carl Meade was fired when cameras caught him paying for a regular hot dog instead of an extra large one. He told the court it was an innocent mistake. The company was ordered to pay compensation.
Wild Card Teams, Giants And Royals, To Meet In World Series
by Tom Goldman
The San Francisco Giants beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-3 Thursday to advance to the championship. The day before, the Kansas City Royals defeated the Baltimore Orioles to win their series slot.
Fears Of A U.S. Ebola Outbreak Prompt Travel Ban Proposals
by David Schaper
Congressional Republicans continue to call for a ban on travel from the West African nations caught up in the Ebola outbreak. The Obama administration, however, remains firm in opposing a travel ban.
Football Players In Sayreville, N.J., Charged In Sexual Assault
by Sarah Gonzales
Seven football players at Sayreville War Memorial High School have been charged in connection with criminal sexual contact involving younger players. The state may charge them as adults.
Britain Debates Revoking Passports Of Fighters Returning From Syria, Iraq
by Dina Temple-Raston
The U.S. has tried to block potential Islamic State volunteers before they leave the country, arresting them for intending to help terrorists. The British have suggested taking another route.
LA Schools Superintendent To Step Down Amid iPad Controversy
Rachel Martin talks with KPCC's Annie Gilbertson about the pending resignation of John Deasy, who had been at the center of a controversial plan to purchase 700,000 iPads for students and teachers.
Builder Constructs Home On Wrong Lot
Mark and Brenda Voss of Missouri built a home in Florida. It's likely their house will end up in court. Two surveyors made a mistake, and the house was built on a lot that doesn't belong to them.