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Unsealed court filing details election interference case against Trump
by A Martínez
The Justice Department, in a new court filing, says former President Donald Trump needs to stand trial for alleged election interference just like any other citizen.
Gunfight Over Son Of 'El Chapo' In Mexico
by Carrie Kahn
Gunfire erupted in a Mexican city Thursday shortly after military troops encountered one of the sons of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán — the jailed drug kingpin.
Irish Finance Minister On Brexit
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Irish Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe about the latest developments surrounding Brexit and its potential impact on the Irish economy.
All-Female Space Walk Friday
by Brendan Byrne
Friday marks the first time a space walk has comprised only female astronauts. Women have walked in space before but the walk scheduled for Friday reflects a real change in the astronaut corps.
Director Taika Waititi On 'Jojo Rabbit'
The new film by director Taika Waititi is a scathing satire of Nazi Germany. NPR's Noel King spoke to him about the film Jojo Rabbit.
Trapper Joins Alligator In The Pool
Paul Bedard traps alligators in Florida. He got a call about a gator lounging in someone's pool. Bedard says he played with it until the gator got sleepy and he could pull it out of the pool.
Russia And Ukraine Experts Counter Trump
by Greg Myre
President Trump has repeatedly been at odds with Russia and Ukraine experts spread across the U.S. government. Some are now harsh critics and key figures in the impeachment inquiry.
News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry Latest, Turkey Suspends Incursion, Mexico Violence
Turkey says it is suspending its incursion in Syria. We look at the reality on the ground. Also, the latest on the impeachment inquiry and violence in Mexico connected to the son of "El Chapo."
Toddler Gives Firefighters Manicures
Firefighters responding to a minor accident in Utah found a screaming 2-year-old girl. She calmed down though when she painted the nails of firefighters.
Review: 'Living With Yourself'
by Eric Deggans
A man who is burned out on life and love undergoes a mysterious treatment, only to discover that he has been replaced by a better version of himself. Living with Yourself stars Paul Rudd.
Democratic Rep. Adam Smith On Trump And Syria
NPR's Steve Inskeep and Rep. Adam Smith, the Democratic chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, discuss President Trump's decision to open the way for Turkey's incursion into Syria.
Elijah Cummings Dies At 68
by Susan Davis
Elijah Cummings has died at the age of 68 because of complications concerning longstanding health challenges, his office says.