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Trump is looking to use the IRS for his own political ends. Nixon tried it too
President Trump is looking to use the IRS to achieve some of his political goals. Some experts see parallels with Nixon's efforts to interfere with the agency.
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There's a secret superfood in white rice and pasta: Here's how to unlock it
When it comes to rice and pasta, dieticians recommend eating brown or whole grain because they're more nutritious. But you can create a super nutrient in white rice and white pasta. Here's the trick.
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Morning news brief
President Trump leaving for four-day trip to the Middle East, Hamas expected to release American Israeli hostage Monday, Republicans hope to advance Trump's domestic agenda this week.
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In 'Odyssey Moscow,' an American investor details how he ended up in a Russian jail
NPR speaks with Michael Calvey, an American businessman who went from championing investments in Russia to ending up in a Moscow jail. He's written about it in a new book called "Odyssey Moscow."
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Independent pharmacists warn of higher prices and shortages from proposed tariffs
Independent pharmacists warn that proposed tariffs, aimed at bringing drug production to the U.S., could raise prices, cause drug shortages and drive them out of business.
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D.C. Bar Association election gets outsized attention as lawyers face Trump attacks
A typically routine election to lead the District of Columbia Bar Association has drawn outsized attention as lawyers and law firms come under attack from the Trump administration.
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The latest on the ceasefire between India and Pakistan
India and Pakistan – both nuclear powers – agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday after days of some of the most serious fighting between the two countries in decades.
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U.S. and regional powers hold joint military drills amid tensions with China
The U.S. and the Philippines have been holding their yearly military exercises together. This year, Japan and Australia also joined the drills, which come at a time of simmering tension with China.
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Republicans hope to finish work on Trump budget despite policy differences
House Republicans hope to finish work this week on President Trump's "big beautiful bill," but several big policy differences are getting in their way.
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Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
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President Trump fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
Hayden was appointed by then-President Obama in 2016 and was the first woman and first African American to serve in the role.
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FEMA leader is out amid questions over future of the agency
The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Cameron Hamilton, has been replaced. The shake up comes weeks before the start of the Atlantic hurricane season.
