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'The Apprentice' director talks about the film Donald Trump doesn't want you to see
Ali Abbasi's new film The Apprentice shows ex-President Donald Trump's years as a real estate businessman under the tutelage of lawyer Roy Cohn. The film coincides with Trump seeking another term.
Cybersecurity Official On Bridging The Divide Between The U.S. And China
by Steve Inskeep
Andy Purdy once was a top cybersecurity official for the U.S. government. He works now for the Chinese tech giant Huawei — heading their cybersecurity team in the U.S.
Watergate's John Dean To Testify Before House Inquiry
A growing number of Democrats in Congress are calling for impeachment of President Trump. Rep. Steve Cohen of Tennessee is one of them, and he tells NPR's Rachel Martin why. NPR's Tim Mak weights in.
Senators Aim To Block Trump's $8 Billion Arm Sales To Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan
by David Welna
The Trump administration approved arms sales to Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Jordan without congressional approval. There is bipartisan opposition to the deals and efforts to reverse them.
Sacramento Debates Whether Uniformed Police Should March In Pride Parades
by Sally Schilling
LGBT Pride celebrations continue across the U.S. In Sacramento, tensions between that community and police almost led to a ban on uniformed officers from participating in the event.
'Hadestown' Wins 8 Tony Awards Including Best Musical
by Jeff Lunden
James Corden hosted the Tony Awards Sunday night in New York. Hadestown won 8 Tony Awards — including best musical. It's written, produced and directed by women.
Tariff Battle With Mexico Ends, But What About Trade War With China?
by Scott Horsley
Questions remain about the deal between the Trump administration and the Mexican government that ended the threat of tariffs. But what could it signal about strategy for a U.S.-China trade agreement?
Pizza Place In California Wants Patrons To Put Away Their Cellphones
The Curry Pizza Company in Fresno wants people to stop texting, swiping and scrolling. They want patrons to talk to each other. If you get through the meal without your phone, you get a free pizza.
Speeding Teenage Driver In Canada Blames Hot Wings
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police clocked the speeding red Camaro at 105 mph through Manitoba. The driver explained he'd eaten too many hot wings, and really needed a bathroom. The driver was fined.
Mexico Promises To Harden Its Border With Guatemala
As part of tariff negotiations with the U.S., Mexico plans to stop the flow of migrants from Central America. Mexico is still finding the resources needed to harden its border with Guatemala.