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Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab wrote ‘We Are Free, You and Me’ with daughter in mind
by Michel Martin
Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab wrote a new children’s book inspired by affirmations they share with their daughter and scores of young people they meet through their activism.
Bargain Store Five Below Raises Prices For Some Items
After 17 years of flat prices, the chain is raising the price of some items above $5. More expensive goods like electronics will cost as much as $10. The chain promises most items will still cost $5.
News Brief: Impeachment Poll, Public Testimony, Iran Protests
The latest NPR poll shows people are paying attention to the impeachment hearings, where four witnesses testify in public Tuesday. Iran clamps down on protests that flared after it hiked gas prices.
U.S. Policy On Israeli Settlements In The West Bank Is Loosened
by Naomi Zeveloff
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the U.S. no longer considers Israeli West Bank settlements an obstacle to peace with the Palestinians. That announcement reverses decades of U.S. policy.
'Luce' And Waves' Boost Actor Kelvin Harrison Jr.'s Career
by Marc Rivers
Kelvin Harrison Jr. has two breakout roles this year in Luce, and the new film Waves which will rolls out in theaters this weekend. The New Orleans native has very quickly become an indie darling.
Giant Panda Bei Bei Set To Leave National Zoo For China
The Smithsonian National Zoo is bidding farewell to one of its most popular bamboo-loving residents: Bei Bei. The panda leaves Washington, D.C., on Tuesday for China.
It's Been 50 Years Since Apollo 12 Landed On The Moon
by Geoff Brumfiel
On this date in 1969, Apollo 12 landed on the surface of the moon. But it seems this moon mission is overshadowed by the more famous Apollo 11 and Apollo 13 landings. But why?
In Albee's 'Occupant,' A Deceased Sculptor Defends Her Legacy
by Susan Stamberg
In what turned out to be playwright Edward Albee's last produced new play, he explored the personality of sculptor Louise Nevelson. Occupant is being performed at Washington, D.C.'s Theater J.
Ambassador Sondland's Relationship With Trump Draws Scrutiny
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Richard Morningstar, ex-U.S. ambassador to the EU, about the man currently in the slot, Gordon Sondland, who is scheduled to testify in the public impeachment hearings.
Historic Floodwaters Devastate The Italian City Of Venice
by Sylvia Poggioli
Venice is underwater after being hit with three massive tides in just one week. The city's landmarks and artifacts are at risk of suffering irreversible damage.
City Leaders In Austin Clash With Texas Governor Over Homeless Issue
by Andrew Weber
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened city leaders in Austin after they allowed increased camping by the homeless in public or under bridges.