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Austria's far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
by Rob Schmitz
The far-right Freedom Party of Austria has won the most votes in national parliamentary elections but has fallen short of an absolute majority.
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker Dies
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker has died. He was 92 years old and served as Federal Reserve Chairman to Presidents Carter and Reagan. Later he was an adviser to President Obama.
Kennedy Center Celebrates 2019 Honorees
by Elizabeth Blair
Among the artists receiving Kennedy Center Honors Sunday night in Washington, D.C., were Linda Ronstadt, Earth, Wind & Fire and actress Sally Field.
The Pros And Cons Of Exploring Your Dog's DNA
by Patti Neighmond
More pet owners are doing it — sending in dog saliva to find out the genetic history of their dog. Curiosity is one big reason but the test can also help with disease prevention and health promotion.
World Anti-Doping Agency Bans Russia From Global Sports For Next 4 Years
The World Anti-Doping Agency has banned Russia from competing in global sports for the next four years, including the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics and 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
Shooter At Naval Air Station Pensacola Was A Saudi National
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Greg Allen and former homeland security official Juliette Kayyem about the shooting and the complicated relationship between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.
43 People Die In Factory Fire In Old Quarter Of New Delhi
by Lauren Frayer
Firefighters finally managed to put out the flames after a fire broke out Sunday in a handbag factory in the city's old quarter. Many of those killed were migrant workers from all over India.
Performance Artist Eats Banana Which Was Part Of Exhibit
The exhibit garnered attention for its absurdity. A banana duct-taped to a white wall at Miami's Art Basel sold for $120,000. The piece did not come with instructions for replacing the fruit.
National Security Adviser Aids In U.S.-Iran Prisoner Swap
The U.S. and Iran conducted a prisoner swap over the weekend. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to national security adviser Robert O'Brien who played a pivotal role in the negotiations.
Remembering A Victim Of The Pensacola Naval Base Shooting
by Kerry Sheridan
Three sailors were killed during last week's shooting at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Fla. One was Airman Mohammed Sameh Haitham, a track star at his high school in St. Petersburg.
News Brief: Pensacola Shooting, Russia Probe, Impeachment Inquiry
The FBI probes Pensacola shooting as terrorism. DOJ's inspector general will weigh in on the early stages of the Russia probe. And, a House panel hearing sets the stage for impeachment charges.
House Judiciary Committee Takes An Important Step Toward Impeachment
by Claudia Grisales
The House Judiciary Committee will formally receive evidence from the impeachment inquiry of President Trump. The House could vote on impeachment before Christmas.
Ukraine's President To Meet Russian Counterpart For Peace Talks
by Lucian Kim
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time in Paris on Monday to discuss ways to end the fighting in eastern Ukraine.