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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
News Brief: Asylum Requests, Tariff Delay, Flavored E-Cigarettes
The Supreme Court allows the government to curtail asylum request during the legal fight. President Trump agrees to delay tariffs on China for two weeks. And, the FDA will ban flavored e-cigarettes.
Billionaire Jack Ma Retires As Alibaba's Chairman
China's flamboyant billionaire CEO Jack Ma has stepped down as chairman from Alibaba, the tech company he founded. He celebrated with an extravagant party.
Does Tariff Delay Signal A Chance For Trade War Deal With China?
by Scott Horsley
President Trump announced Wednesday that he would postpone the increase of certain tariffs on Chinese goods from Oct. 1 to Oct. 15. This follows a trade concession by China earlier in the day.
Guantánamo Whistleblower Alleges 'Gross' Waste
by Sacha Pfeiffer
A military lawyer has filed a federal whistleblower complaint alleging "gross mismanagement" and "gross waste of funds" at Guantánamo Bay's military court. He spoke exclusively with NPR.
What To Watch For At The Democratic Presidential Debate
by Scott Detrow
Ten Democratic presidential candidates will be in Houston Thursday. Former Vice President Joe Biden and Mass. Sen. Elizabeth Warren will be in the spotlight, as they meet on stage for the first time.
Trump Calls for Ban On Non-Tobacco Flavored Vaping Products
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Patrice Harris, president of the American Medical Association, about President Trump's anticipated announcement banning non-tobacco-flavored vaping products.
Pope Says Powerful Group Is Unhappy With His Theological Social Stands
by Sylvia Poggioli
Pope Francis says he welcomes "loyal" criticism but in comments to reporters, he said some critics "smile at you and then they try to stab you in the back."