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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.
Amazon Insists It Has 'Very High Standards' For Its Deliveries
The BBC reports a woman in England got a box of light bulbs delivered through a window — an open second-floor window. She says the delivery driver must have a good arm. No bulbs were broken.
U.S. Experts Want Details On Blast At Russian Missile Test Site
by David Welna
At least five Russians were killed last week in an explosion at a missile test site. It may have involved an experimental nuclear powered missile that Russian President Putin had boasted about.
News Brief: Hong Kong Protests, China Tariffs, Placido Domingo
Mainland China seems to be ramping up efforts against Hong Kong protesters. The U.S. is delaying some new tariffs against China. One of opera's most popular stars faces sexual misconduct allegations.
Stars Are Aligning For New Military Service Focused On Space
by Claudia Grisales
President Trump has made creating a Space Force a key line in his campaign rallies. Congress is now on board due to concerns about security threats to satellites and the chance to land more jobs.
Are Afghans Ready To Compromise With The Taliban To Maintain Peace?
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Alex Thier, who served as a legal adviser to Afghanistan's Constitutional and Judicial Reform Commissions, about attempts to reach a peace deal with the Taliban.
Alleged Co-Conspirators In Epstein Case Shouldn't Rest Easy, DOJ Says
The Justice Department says the case will go on against anyone who was complicit with Jeffrey Epstein. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to ex-federal prosecutor Jessica Roth about where this case goes next.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Pursues His Brexit Plan
by Frank Langfitt
In Britain, new Prime Minister Boris Johnson thinks he has a plan to force the United Kingdom to leave the European Union at the end of October — whether Parliament likes it or not.
Obama Senior Staffer Reacts To Immigration Rule Change
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Cecilia Muñoz, a former Obama senior staff member, about a new rule that would make it less likely for immigrants who use public benefits to obtain a green card.
Rule Would Penalize Immigrants To U.S. For Needing Benefits
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Ken Cuccinelli, acting head of Citizenship and Immigration Services, about a rule that could force immigrants to choose between accepting public benefits and a green card.
Advocates Oppose Rule That Penalizes Immigrants For Needing Benefits
by Pam Fessler
Immigrant advocates are threatening to sue the Trump administration for its new rule that will make it harder for immigrants to get green cards if they use, and are likely to use, public benefits.
Traditional Mexican Folk Ballad Helps El Paso Mourn
After the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, that claimed 22 lives, many residents mourned through music. Singer-songwriter Josue Rodriguez helped his community cope by writing a corrido.