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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.
Trump Administration Moves To Permit Indefinite Detention Of Migrant Children
The Trump administration issued a rule Wednesday that would allow it to detain migrant children and families longer than is currently allowed. NPR speaks with Politico's Ted Hesson about the change.
Trump Reverses Support Toward Expanding Background Checks
by Tamara Keith
The NRA is pressuring President Trump to refuse any effort to expand background checks for gun sales, and it appears to be working. Trump says the real gun-safety issue is mental health.
Trump Mulls 2 Kinds Of Tax Cuts While Browbeating Fed About Interest Rates
by Scott Horsley
The Trump administration is boasting that the economy is strong. But the administration is also calling for the kind of dramatic economic stimulus one would usually only consider during a recession.
Ride-Hailing Revolution Leaves Some People With Disabilities Behind
by Eric Westervelt
Disability rights advocates say transportation giants Lyft and Uber are not doing enough to ensure equal transportation access as required under federal law.
U.S. Sanctions Cut Off Iranians' Access To Medicine, Iran Says
by Steve Inskeep
The U.S is working to increase pressure on Iran, and many Iranians are struggling. The State Department is challenging Iran's charges that the U.S. is cutting off access to cancer drugs.
Iran's Oil Tanker Seizure Revs Up Fight For Global Public Opinion
by Steve Inskeep
Before the U.N., Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized Iran for seizing a British-flagged oil tanker. An Iranian news service offered the opposite narrative — accusing Britain of piracy.
Stadium Vendors In Mexico Spotted Watering Down Beer
Many sports fans agree: If you're in the stadium watching your team, you have to have an ice cold beer. A video appears to show vendors at Estadio Azteca pouring ice water into beer cups.
Bangladesh Tries Again To Repatriate Rohingya To Myanmar
by Michael Sullivan
A U.N. effort to repatriate ethnic Rohingya to Myanmar is stymied by the refugees' refusal to return — unless Myanmar grants them citizenship. Myanmar's government is refusing to do so.
Israel Uses Controversial Technology To Screen Palestinians In The West Bank
by Daniel Estrin
Israel is using facial recognition software at checkpoints where Palestinians enter the country — speeding the commute for some, but prompting concerns about the technology and the occupation.
Time Capsule In Derry, N.H., Turns Up Empty
In 1969, residents of Derry made a time capsule. Fifty years later, library staff cracked the old safe to see what was left behind. They were horrified to find that the safe was empty.
Texas Emerges As A Battleground State Ahead Of 2020 Elections
by Jessica Taylor
Republican retirements from the House have given Democrats hope of expanding their gains next year in Texas, where changing demographics in suburbs have reshaped the electorate in some districts.