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Even if Trump gets a mug shot, we may not see it. Here's why
It's not clear whether the former president will have a mug shot taken when he appears in a Manhattan court on Tuesday. And even if he does, a state mug shot law may prevent the public from seeing it.
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Law & Courts
Trump is traveling to New York for his arraignment. What's next?
The former president will spend Monday night at Trump Tower before his surrender and arraignment on Tuesday, where the historic charges against him will be unsealed.
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National
How a hand gesture dominated a NCAA title game and revealed a double standard
At the women's NCAA final, Angel Reese of LSU waved her hand in front of her face while glaring at Iowa's Caitlin Clark. Here's what the gesture means and why it sent social media into a tizzy.
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National
What happens after Trump's indictment? Here are some of the logistical considerations
The historic indictment of former President Donald Trump raises all sorts of legal, political and logistical questions. While it's early days, experts expect an arraignment soon and a delayed trial.
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National
How a half-eaten burrito led to charges in the firebombing of an anti-abortion office
Federal officials say they've arrested a 29-year-old Wisconsin man in connection with the May 2022 incident. They found him with the help of forensics and fast food.
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Health
The happiest country in the world wants to fly you in for a free masterclass
Finland has held the title of world's happiest country for six years running. It wants to teach people how to unlock their "inner Finn" during a four-day masterclass at a lakeside resort in June.
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National
They escaped from jail using a toothbrush — then were captured at an IHOP
Virginia police say two men used "primitive-made tools constructed from a toothbrush and metal object" to tunnel out of a cell wall on Monday. They were arrested 10 miles away the next morning.
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National
What to know about xylazine, the drug authorities are calling a public safety threat
The veterinary tranquilizer has been linked to a growing number of overdose deaths across the country, especially in the Northeast. It's often combined with fentanyl, but can't be treated with Narcan.
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Technology
Got a question for Twitter's press team? The answer will be a poop emoji
Twitter's communications email went dark after mass layoffs late last year. CEO Elon Musk announced this weekend (and NPR confirmed) that it now responds to press inquiries with a single poop emoji.
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National
Ford recalls 1.5 million vehicles over problems with brake hoses and windshield wipers
The automaker is recalling nearly 1.3 million 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans, as well as 220,000 F-150 pickups from 2021. Here's what to do if your vehicle might be affected.