Morning news brief
Trump says U.S. should take ownership of Gaza, U.S. sends first planeload of migrants to holding facility at Guantánamo Bay in Cuba, Trump administration puts all USAID workers on leave.
Controversial Mexican Musician Temporarily Retires From Drug Ballads
Alfredo Rios, aka El Komander, is the Jay Z of Mexican drug balladeers. He says government pressure, in the form of fines and banned or canceled concerts, is forcing him to think about retirement.
Toxic Algae Problem Likely To Get Worse Before It Gets Better
The issue of blue-green algae in lakes took the spotlight in August after the Ohio city of Toledo banned its drinking water for two days. Toledo could be a wake-up call for people around Lake Erie.
Kate Bush Sells Out 22 Shows In Less Than 15 Minutes
Kate Bush fans have waited 35 years for her to go on tour. The rather reclusive British singer-songwriter has launched her first live shows since 1979 — but she's performing all of them in London.
A Dozen Puffins Will Get You 800 Mackerel: Inside The Weird Economy Of Zoos
Zoos and aquariums almost never buy or sell animals. But trade is thriving.
20 Years Later, Parts Of Major Crime Bill Viewed As Terrible Mistake
In 1994, Congress passed the most significant crime-fighting legislation in a generation. Now, policymakers are dialing back Clinton's tough-on-crime policies.
Cleared Of Murder, Pistorius Found Guilty Of Culpable Homicide
South African Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius has been found guilty of culpable homicide for the killing of his girlfriend. On Thursday, he was cleared of premeditated murder.
Turkey, Iran Wary Of U.S. Terms For Fight Against Islamic State
Both Turkey and Iran have much at stake as the Sunni militants battle for territory close to their respective borders. But each country has its own reasons to be distrustful.
Expanding ISIS Fight Scrambles GOP Plan To Extend Budget And Get Out
House Republicans were hoping for a smooth two weeks before hitting the campaign trial, but a request to arm Syrian rebels has muddled that, as well as the one bill that must pass before they leave.
