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Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
After Indian Immigrant Was Shot Dead, Indian-Americans Rethink Kansas Life
by Arun Venugopal
After being encouraged to emigrate during the cold war, when America was hungry for people with tech skills, some Indian-Americans no longer feel welcome and are rethinking life in the U.S.
West Philadelphia Cemetery Welcomes Community Gardeners
by Peter Crimmins
A historic cemetery in Philadelphia is asking community members to plant miniature gardens on top of the graves, and the response has so far been overwhelming.
Amateur Investigator Probes Possible Links Between Trump And Russia
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Jeff Jetton, by day the owner of the D.C. restaurant Toki Underground, by night an investigator looking into any connections between President Trump and Russia.
Critics Lash Out At Trump After He Fires FBI Director James Comey
Donald Trump's base is standing with him, liberals see the firing as adding fuel to calls for an impeachment and lawmakers on both sides feel angst.
How Is President Trump Doing? 2 Trump Voters Weigh In
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro checks in with two Trump supporters on the how the president is doing. Kevin Eisbrenner is from Michigan and Rena Tolson is from Maryland.
Scientists Raise Concern By Wanting To Create Synthetic Human Genomes
In New York, hundreds of scientists discussed a highly ambitious and controversial project. They want to create synthetic genetic codes for all kinds of creatures — including the human genetic code.
Pentagon Disrupts Path For College Athletes Hoping To Be Drafted By The Pros
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks the Denver Post's Nicki Jhabvala about a change in policy that will no longer waive the active duty requirement for students drafted into professional sports leagues.
Crisis In South Sudan Merits A High-Level U.S. Envoy, Proponents Say
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is trying to reduce his department's number of special envoys but one may be necessary for South Sudan, a young nation ravaged by war and famine.
Venezuela's Political Situation Deteriorates As Does Its Humanitarian One
Hunger is rampant in Venezuela, where the economy has contracted 27 percent since 2013. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Juan Forero, South American bureau chief for The Wall Street Journal.
Paula Poundstone's 'Totally Unscientific' Search For The Secret Of Happiness
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro
Museum Of Ice Cream Opens In Los Angeles
A Museum of Ice Cream has opened in Los Angeles featuring a swimming pool full of sprinkles. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with co-founder Maryellis Bunn.
'House Of Names' Reimagines A Classic Greek Tragedy
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with author Colm Toibin about his new book, House of Names, set in ancient Greece and the House of Agamemnon.