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Senate Holds Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings For Ketanji Brown Jackson

National

Republican Sen. Josh Hawley discusses his mission to hold big tech accountable

7:00am February 27, 2025

by Leila Fadel

Republican Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri talks about his mission to hold tech companies accountable even as they try to align themselves with President Donald Trump.

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World News

Impact Of Drone Attack On Saudi Oil Facility Is Huge, Ross Says

NPR's David Greene talks to Dennis Ross, a veteran diplomat who is now with the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, about the attack. The U.S. says Iran played a key role.

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Man Tells Bernie Sanders He Will Kill Himself Because Of Medical Debt

by Scott Detrow

The presidential candidate, in a Nevada campaign stop, pushed back on criticism of his "Medicare for All" plan. Instead of asking Sanders questions, people have vented about health insurance problems.

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Politics & Government

Calls From Democrats To Impeach Supreme Court's Kavanaugh

NPR's Noel King talks to conservative columnist Jonah Goldberg of the Los Angeles Times about a previously unreported allegation of sexual misconduct against Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

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World News

Drone Attacks On Saudi Arabia Oil Plants Hit World's Energy Supply, U.S. Says

by Peter Kenyon

Oil prices jumped following drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities. Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility, but the U.S. says Iran played a key role.

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National

Crime Victims' Families Offer Rewards For Information

by Cheryl Corley

Offering rewards to catch criminals may, in rare instances, motivate people to come forward with a tip. Few people, however, claim rewards, and there's little evidence that they work.

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National

Maker Of OxyContin, Purdue Pharma, Files For Bankruptcy Protections

by Brian Mann

Purdue Pharma has filed for bankruptcy as it settles lawsuits with states and governments over the opioid crisis. Purdue's board of directors approved the litigation settlement on Sunday.

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Music & Culture

Lead Singer Of The Cars, Ric Ocasek, Dies In New York

by Elizabeth Blair

The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last year. The NYPD said Ocasek, who co-founded the group with Benjamin Orr, was 75; public records list his age as 70 years old.

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World News

Protesters Turn Out In Hong Kong For 15th Straight Weekend

by Julie McCarthy

The streets of Hong Kong were hot with protests over the weekend. Tear gas and water cannons were fired by police at protesters after the initially peaceful demonstrations turned violent.

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Functional Gold Toilet Worth About $1 Million Is Stolen In England

The toilet was on display at the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Visitors could book private appointments to sit with this artwork. On Saturday, police say thieves took it.

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New Zealand Man Brings Clown To Meeting For Emotional Support

Joshua Jack was called to a meeting about his future at the ad agency where he worked. He was told he could bring a friend. It sounded bad so he brought a professional: a clown.

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World News

Why Zimbabwe Is Again In A Deep Economic Crisis

by Eyder Peralta

The people of Zimbabwe used to say that things would get better once longtime leader Robert Mugabe was no longer alive. Now, they see a future after Mugabe as more of the same.

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News Brief: UAW Strike, Attacks On Saudi Oil, Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy

United Auto Workers go on strike against General Motors. Oil refineries in Saudi Arabia are hit by drone strikes. And, Purdue Pharma, accused of fueling the opioid crisis, files for Chapter 11.

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