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Trump Administration Threatens Even Higher Tariffs On China

The Trump administration threatened to raise proposed tariffs on Chinese imports from 10 percent to 25 percent, escalating U.S. trade tensions with Beijing. Brian Snyder/Reuters hide caption

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Business

Trump Administration Threatens Even Higher Tariffs On China

President Trump is ratcheting up the pressure on China over trade. The administration threatened to raise proposed tariffs on Chinese imports from 10 percent to 25 percent.

Africa

At Least 3 Dead Following Unrest In Zimbabwe

by Eyder Peralta

At Least 3 Dead Following Unrest In Zimbabwe

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Political Activist Weighs In On Zimbabwe Violence

Savanna Madamombe, a political activist in Zimbabwe, at her family's home last month. Claire Harbage/NPR hide caption

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Africa

Political Activist Weighs In On Zimbabwe Violence

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National

California Carr Fire Leaves Many Unsure About Their Future

by Liam Moriarty

California Carr Fire Leaves Many Unsure About Their Future

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What Happens On The Other Side Of the U.S. Border In Mexico

The Casa del Migrante San Juan Diego y San Francisco in Matamoros, Mexico is a shelter that houses people who have been deported from the U.S. Claire Harbage/NPR hide caption

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World

What Happens On The Other Side Of the U.S. Border In Mexico

by Ari Shapiro

What Happens On The Other Side Of the U.S. Border In Mexico

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Politics

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen Says She Was A Target Of A Hacking Attempt

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The Trump administration threatened to raise proposed tariffs on Chinese imports from 10 percent to 25 percent, escalating U.S. trade tensions with Beijing. Brian Snyder/Reuters hide caption

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Business

Trump Administration Threatens Even Higher Tariffs On China

by Jim Zarroli

Trump Administration Threatens Even Higher Tariffs On China

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Education

Department Of Education Plans To Change Rules For Regulating Colleges

by Cory Turner

Department Of Education Plans To Change Rules For Regulating Colleges

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National

Arizona Governor Issues Executive Order Following NPR Investigation

by Alison Kodjak

Arizona Governor Issues Executive Order Following NPR Investigation

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Business

Shopping Online Doesn't Necessarily Reduce Traffic

by David Schaper

Shopping Online Doesn't Necessarily Reduce Traffic

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National

Paul Manafort Enters Second Day Of Trial

by Carrie Johnson

Paul Manafort Enters Second Day Of Trial

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National

Former Federal State Prosecutor Worries About Jury Nullification In Manafort Trial

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Politics

President Trump Calls For Russia Investigation To End, Again

by Ayesha Rascoe

President Trump Calls For Russia Investigation To End, Again

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Politics

Migrant Parents Launch Hunger Strike In Detention Centers

by John Burnett

Migrant Parents Launch Hunger Strike In Detention Centers

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All Things Considered

Possible Remains Of U.S. Servicemen Lost During Korean War Arrive In Hawaii

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All Things Considered

Bipartisan Senators Introduce Legislation To Prevent Foreign Interference

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Europe

Tommy Robinson, Anti-Muslim Activist Charged With Contempt, Out On Bail

by Frank Langfitt

Tommy Robinson, Anti-Muslim Activist Charged With Contempt, Out On Bail

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Politics

Paul Manafort Trial Brings Possible Investigation Into Foreign Lobbyists And Lawmakers

by Peter Overby

Paul Manafort Trial Brings Possible Investigation Into Foreign Lobbyists And Lawmakers

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Author Interviews

Cartoonist Thi Bui Weaves Together Personal And Political History

by Mallory Yu

Cartoonist Thi Bui Weaves Together Personal And Political History

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