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Trump and his faithful followers return to Butler, Pa., to energize the flock
by Danielle Kurtzleben
Former President Donald Trump credited the "grace of God" for his survival of the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13 in his return to the site for a rally on Saturday.
Capital One Data Breach Exposes Over 100 Million Customers
by Martin Kaste
An alleged hacker has been charged in connection with the breach. Authorities in Seattle say she is alleged to have hacked credit scores, balances, income information and social security numbers.
Months After Talks Broke Down, U.S.-China Trade Negotiations Resume
NPR's David Greene talks to David Rennie, Beijing bureau chief for The Economist, about the trade talks between the U.S. and China. Another round of talks resumed Tuesday in Shanghai.
Without An Invitation, Grasshoppers Invade Las Vegas Strip
The Vegas grasshopper swarm was so huge it showed up on weather radar. The insects are attracted to ultraviolet light, so the Best Western Plus Casino Royale shut off its lights to avoid them.
Strait Of Hormuz: Scene Of Human Conflict And Natural Beauty
by Ruth Sherlock
The narrow waterways of the Strait of Hormuz have recently been the scene of confrontation but they're also a highway for traders, smugglers and dolphins.
News Brief: Democratic Debates, Gilroy Shooting, Data Breach
Democrats begin a second round of debates Tuesday night in Detroit. A vigil is held for shooting victims in Gilroy, Calif. And, Capital One Bank is dealing with a major data breach.
In Northern Brazil, Prison Riot Leaves Dozens Of Inmates Dead
by Philip Reeves
At least 57 prisoners were killed by fellow inmates during a prison riot in northern Brazil in what authorities have described as a "targeted act" by gang members directed at a rival group.
Brexiteers Back Johnson Who Says U.K. Will Leave The EU By Oct. 31
by Joanna Kakissis
In a seaside district of England, "Brexiteers" are cheering that one of their own is now prime minister. They have high expectations of Boris Johnson, and will be unforgiving if he fails.
Trump Signs Extension To Sept. 11 Victims Compensation Fund
by William Jones
After years of legislative gridlock, the victim compensation fund has been extended to ensure permanent funding for rescue workers whose jobs after the terror attacks caused health problems.
Voice Of America Launches Rohingya Broadcast
The Voice of America has begun a daily radio show in Rohingya, the language spoken by Muslim refugees who have been forced to flee Myanmar. The program is called "Lifeline."
Governor's Ouster Could Lead To Other Changes For Puerto Rico
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Puerto Rican journalist and commentator Ana Teresa Toro about her op-ed in the Spanish language New York Times which focuses on reform in Puerto Rico.
Data Breach Hits Virginia-Based Capital One Bank
NPR's David Greene talks to Devlin Barrett of The Washington Post about a data hack on Capital One Bank which has affected more than 100 million people in the U.S. and Canada.