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A Tale Of Two Trumps: Fiery Words For Cummings, While Hours Later Quoting MLK

Tuesday morning highlighted the disjoint between President Trump, the political pugilist, and President Trump, the head of state of a large, diverse country.

TSA Officials Find Missile Launcher In Texas Man’s Luggage

A Texas man who said he is an active member of the U.S. military told authorities the Griffin rocket launcher was a memento from Kuwait, according to the Transportation Security Administration.

Canadian Court Rules West Bank Wines Are Not A ‘Product Of Israel’

The labels interfere with consumers’ ability to make informed decisions, Justice Anne Mactavish said Monday. David Kattenburg, a self-described wine lover, had argued that the labels were misleading.

President Trump Defends Incendiary Tweets

President Trump on Tuesday doubled down on his recent incendiary tweets about Baltimore and Democratic Rep. Elijiah Cummings. Trump spoke as he was leaving the White House.

75 Years Ago The U.S. Dollar Became The World’s Currency. Will That Last?

It all started at a hotel high in the mountains of New Hampshire.

A Taste Of Cuba Pops Up In Juárez, Mexico

A new restaurant in Juárez, Mexico, has become a haven for the city’s Cuban community, as they deal with the uncertainty of living in a foreign land and an increasingly complex immigration landscape.

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.

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.

Reality Check On Democratic Candidates And Gun Safety Policies

Democratic presidential candidates are urging strong action to reduce gun violence. But researchers say many of the proposals they’re backing would do little to reduce such violence.

6-Year-Old Boy Is Among Those Killed At Gilroy Garlic Festival Shooting

The city of Gilroy, Calif., held a vigil Monday night to mourn the deaths of the three people killed by a gunman during a mass shooting at the city’s Garlic Festival on Sunday.

After Her Wheelchair Was Left Behind, One Woman Describes How Airlines Can Do Better

Everyday, 24 wheelchairs are mishandled by airlines in the U.S. On Sunday, Kristen Parisi’s was left behind at JFK airport. She tells NPR’s Ari Shapiro how she thinks the industry can do better.

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