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VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
by Quil Lawrence
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
'Brexit' Songs: Here Are Your Picks
Yesterday we asked for your picks for the songs that represent the feeling in the U.K. right now. Here are some of your suggestions.
Waters Begin To Recede, Leaving Disaster In West Virginia
by Rebecca Hersher
President Obama has declared a major disaster in West Virginia after flooding killed at least 24 people. The town of Rainelle started to clean up today as waters began to recede.
'Brain Drain' As Educated Young People Leave Venezuela
The Venezuela crisis has been creating a diaspora, as young educated Venezuelans move abroad for better opportunities. Maria Alesia Sosa is one of those. She's now a journalist in Miami.
'Brexit' Mixtape: Send Us Yours
All Things Considered is thinking about British songs that reflect people's sentiments in the U.K. We picked some; if you can think of better songs to explain Brexit, tweet us @npratc #BrexitMix.
Bernie Worrell: The Most Influential Keyboardist You've Probably Never Heard Of
by Eric Deggans
Composer and keyboardist Bernie Worrell played funk, soul, and broke genres as a founding member of Parliament-Funkadelic and a performer with Talking Heads. Worrell died Friday at the age of 72.
Getting Another Perspective On The U.K. At Glastonbury Festival
Candace Bahouth of the village of Pilton in the U.K. describes how the village evolves when one of the world's biggest music festivals comes to town, and how people there feel about the 'Brexit' vote.
Logo Channel Dedicates Annual Awards Show To Orlando Victims
by Mandalit del Barco
On Saturday Logo TV, the largest LGBT-focused network, will honor "trailblazers" in the gay community. In light of the shootings in Orlando, the telecast has taken on a more poignant resonance.
At Least 23 Dead From Severe Flooding In West Virginia
West Virginia's governor has declared a state of emergency in 44 counties after severe flooding that damaged homes and stranded people across the state.
Tracing The 43-Year History Of The U.K. In The European Union
The U.K. joined the European Union in 1973, hoping to gain from the booming economies on the continent. Historian Timothy Garton Ash explains the reasons why, and how the relationship soured.
British Ambassador Hopes 'Brexit' Will Begin A 'New Relationship'
The United Kingdom's ambassador to the U.S., Sir Kim Darroch, says it's too early to say why so many Britons voted to leave the EU, but it was a "thoroughly democratic process."
'Brexit' Aftermath: Resignations, Financial Fallout And A Petition To Redo
The U.K.'s credit rating has been cut, another government official has resigned and a new petition has gathered more than 1 million signatures calling for another vote.
Telling The Story Of A Confederate Deserter In 'Free State Of Jones'
During the Civil War, a Confederate deserter led a band of poor farmers and escaped slaves to defy the Confederacy in Mississippi. Writer and director Gary Ross talks about Free State of Jones.