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Lebanese Prime Minister Resigns

After weeks of raucous protests — and sometimes violent attempts to quell them — there was celebration in the streets of Beirut Tuesday. Lebanon's Prime Minister Saad Hariri says he is resigning.

Lebanese Prime Minister Resigns

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News Brief: U.S Raid In Syria Kills ISIS Leader, California Wildfires

The world's most wanted terrorist was killed in a U.S. raid in northwestern Syria. For a third straight year, California is grappling with unprecedented challenges from wildfires.

News Brief: U.S Raid In Syria Kills ISIS Leader, California Wildfires

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Politics

News Brief: Turkey Sanctions, Impeachment Probe, Rick Perry

President Trump orders sanctions against Turkey lifted. Republicans disrupt House impeachment probe — delaying testimony. And, what connects Energy Secretary Rick Perry to the impeachment inquiry?

News Brief: Turkey Sanctions, Impeachment Probe, Rick Perry

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News Brief: Trump Impeachment Probe, Northern Syria

Ambassador William Taylor says Trump tied Ukraine aid to political probes. Two Soviet-born businessmen are connected to the impeachment probe. Turkey and Russia reach a deal to control northern Syria.

News Brief: Trump Impeachment Probe, Northern Syria

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A Legendary Collaboration Continues: Neil Young And Crazy Horse Reunite For 'Colorado'

Colorado was recorded in the titular state in a studio sitting at 9000 feet. DH Lovelife/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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Music Interviews

A Legendary Collaboration Continues: Neil Young And Crazy Horse Reunite For 'Colorado'

Neil Young and Crazy Horse have put out music together for 50 years. Young talks to NPR's David Greene about their latest album, Colorado.

A Legendary Collaboration Continues: Neil Young And Crazy Horse Reunite For 'Colorado'

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Bill Bryson's Latest Is A Different Kind Of Journey — Into 'The Body'
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Author Interviews

Bill Bryson's Latest Is A Different Kind Of Journey — Into 'The Body'

Bryson is beloved for his travel writing, but in his new book he's undertaking an interior journey, looking at everything from medical oddities to the amazing way your body fights off most cancers.

Bill Bryson's Latest Is A Different Kind Of Journey — Into 'The Body'

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News Brief: Turkey-Kurds Battle, Impeachment Poll, U.S. Businesses In China

The Turkish assault in northern Syria continues. A new NPR poll shows a slim majority of Americans approve of the Trump impeachment inquiry. And, why U.S. companies are caught in China's cross hairs.

News Brief: Turkey-Kurds Battle, Impeachment Poll, U.S. Businesses In China

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Politics

Trump Administration Blocks Key Diplomat From Testifying On Capitol Hill

The diplomat, U.S. Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland, had been summoned by three House panels. The move has significant implications, as Democrats could seize upon it as instance of obstruction.

Trump Administration Blocks Key Diplomat From Testifying On Capitol Hill

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News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Syria Policy, Chinese Tech Firms Blacklisted

A new name is connected to the impeachment probe. Two U.S. officials tell NPR that Trump's policy shift on Syria was surprising to many. U.S. blacklists Chinese tech firms over minorities' treatment.

News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Syria Policy, Chinese Tech Firms Blacklisted

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News Brief: 2nd Whistleblower, Turkey To Move Into Syria, GM Strike

Second whistleblower with direct knowledge of Ukraine call steps forward. U.S. says it will stand aside as Turkish forces extend their reach in Syria. Talks Between the UAW and GM suffer a setback.

News Brief: 2nd Whistleblower, Turkey To Move Into Syria, GM Strike

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Business

New Jobs Holds Steady As Growth Slows

U.S. employers added 136,000 jobs in September and the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%. That's a sign the labor market is holding up, even as economic growth slows.

New Jobs Holds Steady As Growth Slows

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News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Kurt Volker, Dallas Shooting

White House-Congress battle intensifies over the impeachment inquiry. Diplomat Kurt Volker is the first to be deposed in the case. And, ex-officer is sentenced to 10 years for killing her neighbor.

News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Kurt Volker, Dallas Shooting

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Bernie Sanders Undergoes Unexpected Heart Surgery, Cancels Appearances

Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders is off the campaign trail following a heart procedure involving the insertion of two stents. His campaign has canceled events until further notice.

Bernie Sanders Undergoes Unexpected Heart Surgery, Cancels Appearances

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News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Harvard Ruling, Bahamas Update

House Democrats postpone the first Ukraine deposition. A federal judge upholds Harvard's race-conscious admissions process. It's been a month since Hurricane Dorian devastated much of the Bahamas.

News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Harvard Ruling, Bahamas Update

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