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Israel presses ahead with ground offensive against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon
by Leila Fadel
Israel says it is using air force and artillery to support “limited” and “localized” ground raids. The offensive follows a wave of deadly explosions and two weeks of Israeli airstrikes.
Research Raises Concerns About Safety Of Hair Dyes, Chemical Straighteners
Researchers have found that women who use permanent hair dye and chemical hair straighteners have a higher risk of developing breast cancer than women who don't use these products.
The Psychology Behind When Emotions Turn Us Into Different People
by Shankar Vedantam
In a fit of anger or in the grip of fear, many of us make decisions that we never would have anticipated. Researchers say it is very hard to understand how we'll act in certain situations.
How To Keep Signals Between Pitchers And Catchers Secret
The Houston Astros are under fire for stealing signs between pitchers and catchers during Major League Baseball Games. Sports commentator Mike Pesca says there's an easy fix.
Former Prisoner In Iran Says A New Hostage Crisis Is Brewing
by Michele Kelemen
Relatives of foreign nationals being held in Iran are seeking more attention for what they say is a new hostage crisis. A U.S. resident who was imprisoned in Iran is now telling his story.
Citing Lack Of Funds, Sen. Kamala Harris Leaves Presidential Race
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Aimee Allison of She the People, a group elevating the political power of women of color, about Sen. Kamala Harris suspending her Democratic presidential campaign.
Judge Penalizes Soccer Fan Behind On Child Support Payments
A judge banned an Argentine soccer fan from going to any games until he pays up. A lawyer in the case said, apparently some people don't know that "children come first, other things come after."
Maybe Santa Will Fill The Pothole In McComb, Miss.
The pothole has been decorated with tinsel, a star and a traffic cone to draw attention to the problem. The Enterprise-Journal reports residents want to protest with lights and presents too.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Fires City's Police Superintendent
by Cheryl Corley
Chicago's mayor says there must be honesty and integrity in government. Activists and legal experts say the shake-up in the country's second-largest police department provides a time for change.
4 Legal Scholars To Appear Before House Panel's Impeachment Hearing
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to constitutional law scholar Bruce Ackerman about the impeachment inquiry against President Trump. Ackerman was a lead witness at President Clinton's impeachment.
News Brief: Impeachment Probe, NATO Meeting, Student Loan Investigation
The impeachment inquiry moves to the House Judiciary Committee. A showdown between Turkey and the rest of NATO. And, student loan borrowers with disabilities aren't getting the help they deserve.
Internet Mourns Death Of Feline Star Lil Bub
We remember Lil Bub, a cat whose great big eyes, droopy tongue and permanent kitten looks turned her into an Internet darling. She died on Sunday.