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Academy Award-winning actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89
by Leila Fadel
Smith's seven-decade stage and screen career included many beloved roles, from "Harry Potter" Professor Minerva McGonagall, to Dowager Countess Violet Crawley in "Downton Abbey."
House To Vote On Limiting Trump's War Powers
by Mara Liasson
Lawmakers in the House are expected to vote Thursday on a War Powers resolution that could force the president to pull back U.S. troops from hostilities with Iran.
Would Controlled Burns Help Australia Manage Massive Wildfire?
by Jason Beaubien
In Australia there's a debate over how best to control wildfires. An Aboriginal elder is familiar with ancient techniques to prevent large, destructive wildfires.
Prince Harry And Meghan To 'Step Back' From Their Royal Duties
by Frank Langfitt
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, have announced that they want to step aside from their positions within the British Royal Family, and try to become financially independent.
Federal Authorities Warn Of Iran's Cyber Threat Capabilities
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to cybersecurity expert Peter Singer about Iran's cyberattack capabilities and what some vulnerable U.S. targets could be. Singer is a former defense department official.
Florida Woman Has 2 Sets Of Twin Boys In 2019
Alexzandria Wolliston of West Palm Beach had twins in March and then again in December. She tells WPTV that they're a blessing from her grandmothers, who both lost twins in childbirth.
Advocates Call For Federal Probe Of Mississippi Corrections Department
by Ashley Norwood
It's been a difficult time at Mississippi's prisons. Five inmates were killed and then two inmates escaped. Many of the state's prisons remain locked down as authorities and lawmakers seek solutions.
Trump Vacillates Between Tough Talk On Iran, Deal Making Prospects
by Tamara Keith
When it comes to Iran, President Trump has toggled between dueling instincts to be the toughest guy in the room — and a peacemaker.
Kansas City To Sue Gun Maker Over Rising Violent Crime Cases
by Chris Haxel
In Missouri, officials in Kansas City are filing a lawsuit against a gun manufacturer which allegedly sold dozens of guns to an unlicensed dealer, who is accused of illegally selling them.
News Brief: War Powers, Iran Containment, Royal Duties
The House is to vote on a War Powers resolution. President Trump is asking allies to help contain Iran. And, Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex are taking a step back from royal duties.
Ohio Sheriff Thanks 2 Local Boys For Their Detective Work
The boys were exploring the woods in their neighborhood and returned holding an old wallet with a sheriff's badge stamped Richard K. Jones. He had lost the wallet a dozen years ago.
What Do We Know About Iran's Missiles And Its Arsenal Of Weapons?
by Geoff Brumfiel
Iran attacked military bases used by U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq with ballistic missiles. Over the past 20 years, Iran has built up a powerful force that is difficult to defend against.