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Ukraine War Crimes, Blinken In Brussels, Oklahoma Abortion Bill

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Ukraine War Crimes, Blinken In Brussels, Oklahoma Abortion Bill

The US and other European countries are considering further sanctions on Russia in response to the gruesome images of alleged war crimes in towns surrounding Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Brussels to meet with NATO countries about regional security. And, an Oklahoma bill aims to make abortions a felony.

Ukraine War Crimes, Blinken In Brussels, Oklahoma Abortion Bill

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Ukraine War Crimes Investigation, COVID Relief Package, Sri Lanka Protests

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Ukraine War Crimes Investigation, COVID Relief Package, Sri Lanka Protests

Ukraine's President is calling on the international community to investigate war crimes in the suburbs of Kiyv after Russian troops withdrew from the region. The White House and top Democrats agreed to a much smaller COVID spending bill with bi-partisan support. And in Sri Lanka, protest erupted as the country deals with an economic crisis and shortages of food, fuel and medicines.

Ukraine War Crimes Investigation, COVID Relief Package, Sri Lanka Protests

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Ukraine War Aftermath, Parkland Shooter Sentencing, Pakistan Political Crisis

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Ukraine War Aftermath, Parkland Shooter Sentencing, Pakistan Political Crisis

Russia is being accused of war crimes after mass graves were found after Putin withdrew forces from the outskirts of Ukriane's capital, Kiyv. Jury selection begins today for the sentencing phase of the trials of the Parkland High School shooter. And, Pakistan's Prime Minister dissolved Parliament and called for a new election as a vote of no confidence was set to take place sending the country into a constitutional crisis.

Ukraine War Aftermath, Parkland Shooter Sentencing, Pakistan Political Crisis

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Short Wave: A Physics Legend
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Short Wave: A Physics Legend

In the 1950's, a particle physicist made a landmark discovery that changed what we thought we knew about how our universe operates. Chien-Shiung Wu did it while raising a family and an ocean away from her relatives in China. In this episode from NPR's daily science podcast Short Wave, we delve into the life and impact of Chien-Shiung Wu, widely considered the "queen of nuclear physics."

Short Wave: A Physics Legend

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Peace Negotiations As Russia Regroups, Election In Hungary, Amazon Workers Unionize
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Peace Negotiations As Russia Regroups, Election In Hungary, Amazon Workers Unionize

Russia is withdrawing from the areas around Kyiv, claiming it to be a show of good faith as peace talks continue. In Hungary's election Sunday, Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces opposition from parties on the right and the left. And in a historic vote, Staten Island Amazon workers are unionizing.

Peace Negotiations As Russia Regroups, Election In Hungary, Amazon Workers Unionize

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Fierce Fighting In Ukraine, Student Loans Mismanaged, Amazon Union Elections
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Fierce Fighting In Ukraine, Student Loans Mismanaged, Amazon Union Elections

As the war continues, Ukraine hopes to push through a humanitarian corridor to the besieged city of Mariupol. An NPR investigation finds that the repayment plans of federal student loans suffer from mismanagement. And votes are being counted in union elections at Amazon warehouses in New York and Alabama.

Fierce Fighting In Ukraine, Student Loans Mismanaged, Amazon Union Elections

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Russia's Military Moves, Shanghai on Lockdown, LinkedIn Fake Profiles
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Russia's Military Moves, Shanghai on Lockdown, LinkedIn Fake Profiles

The Russians are pulling some troops away from Ukraine's capital Kyiv. But what exactly does this mean? China places the city of Shanghai on lockdown due to a surge in Covid-19 infections. And Stanford researchers uncover fake LinkedIn profiles being used by the sales industry.

Russia's Military Moves, Shanghai on Lockdown, LinkedIn Fake Profiles

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Mariupol Evacuees, Another Covid Booster, J&J vs Cancer Patients
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Mariupol Evacuees, Another Covid Booster, J&J vs Cancer Patients

Thousands of people continue to risk their lives to flee the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol. Now that the FDA has authorized a fourth shot of the COVID-19 vaccine for some people, should you get one if you're eligible? And Johnson & Johnson used a complex bankruptcy maneuver to delay thousands of lawsuits linked to asbestos contamination in its baby powder.

Mariupol Evacuees, Another Covid Booster, J&J vs Cancer Patients

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Ukraine Talks, Biden Defends His Words, Trump's Attempt To Overturn Elections
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Ukraine Talks, Biden Defends His Words, Trump's Attempt To Overturn Elections

After many failed rounds of talks, Russia and Ukraine hold peace talks today in Istanbul. President Biden defended comments he made over the weekend about Russian President Vladimir Putin. And a federal judge finds President Trump likely committed crimes trying to stay in power.

Ukraine Talks, Biden Defends His Words, Trump's Attempt To Overturn Elections

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Ukraine Latest, January 6th Committee Reconvenes, Will Smith's Oscar Win
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Ukraine Latest, January 6th Committee Reconvenes, Will Smith's Oscar Win

Russia shifts its military strategy away from Ukraine's capital. The January 6 House panel recommends two Trump White House officials be held in contempt of Congress. And Will Smith's best actor award is overshadowed by his altercation with Chris Rock at the Academy Awards.

Ukraine Latest, January 6th Committee Reconvenes, Will Smith's Oscar Win

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