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Morning News Brief: Tillerson Tries To Tame Tensions, Guamanians React
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has struck a different tone than the president over a potential conflict with North Korea. Also, we look at the mood in Guam after threats from North Korea.
Why Is North Korea Threatening Guam?
The U.S. island territory is small but strategically significant. It's home to a naval base and an Air Force base. Pyongyang has long viewed it as a provocation — and a target.
Cuban Diplomats Expelled After U.S. Embassy Staff 'Incidents' In Havana
The State Department says several U.S. State Department officials in Cuba have developed strange medical symptoms. Reports suggest they may have been caused by a covert sonic weapon.
47 Hospitals Slashed Their Use Of Two Key Heart Drugs After Huge Price Hikes
These two older drugs, nitroprusside and isoproterenol, are frequently used in emergency and intensive care situations and have no direct alternatives, say cardiologists.
North Korea: Final Plan By Mid-August For Firing Missiles Near Guam
Pyongyang said once finished, it will wait for a green light from leader Kim Jong Un. Meanwhile, North Korea's military called President Trump's latest threats "a load of nonsense."
Fired At 52, Jersey Shore Lifeguard Wins Age-Discrimination Suit
Paul McCracken says the city he worked for raised the requirements for fitness and swimming tests as part of an effort to force out older lifeguards.
Democratic Sen. Mazie Hirono Responds To Trump's Rhetoric On North Korea
NPR's Ari Shapiro asks Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, if there's reason to worry and whether the president's rhetoric toward North Korea is helpful in deterring a nuclear crisis.
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When the total solar eclipse crosses North America next month, one city will be dark for the longest time. Hopkinsville, Ky., is a small town making big preparations for the big event.
Tillerson Attempts To Ease Fears As North Korea Tensions Heat Up
As rhetoric between the U.S. and North Korea heats up, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, speaking Wednesday in Guam, says there is no imminent threat of war between the two countries.