Morning Edition
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Episodes
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Biden to raise tariffs on Chinese goods from electric vehicles to semiconductors
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai about the Biden's administration's decision to raise tariffs on certain Chinese goods.
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Russian troops press toward Ukraine's second largest city Kharkiv
Ukraine says it is struggling to contain a new Russian offensive in a northeastern border region. Its army is short on troops and ammunition. How has Russia gained momentum in this war?
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Grammy Award winning saxophonist David Sanborn has died at 78
An accomplished solo artist, Sanborn was also known for his collaborations with other musicians including: Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin and David Bowie.
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Marie Fowler, 83, becomes Howard University's oldest doctoral graduate
Fowler earned her doctoral degree in ministry over the weekend. She already has her bachelors and two masters but wasn't sure at her age she could manage the work. She stayed the course.
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Israeli strikes on aid convoys are not unusual, Human Rights Watch says
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks talks to Belkis Wille of Human Rights Watch, which examines casualties among aid workers in Gaza. She says there have been at least eight strikes on convoys and shelter homes.
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Latest women's pro hockey league shows signs of eclipsing other attempts
The Professional Women's Hockey League is nearing the end of its first season. Past women's hockey leagues have failed. Will the PWHL survive?
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How long have blue jeans been around? Paintings show they were worn in the 1600s
An exhibition opening this month in Paris will feature 17th-century paintings that show Italian peasants wearing the blue fabric.
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India's ruling party is accused of incitement against Muslim minority
The Hindu nationalist BJP is increasing its anti-Muslim rhetoric as the country's elections heat up.
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Battles rage in Ukraine's northeast region amid Russia's cross-border assault
NPR's Michel Martin talks to retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, ex-director of European Affairs for the National Security Council, about whether the Russian troop push is a turning point in the war.
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With eyes on Rafah, Israel renews attacks elsewhere to prevent Hamas from regrouping
A third of the city of Rafah is under evacuation orders, as Israel presses its offensive into southern Gaza. Israel is also expanding attacks in central and northern areas of the Gaza Strip.
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The Atlanta Hawks win the No. 1 pick of the NBA draft
Atlanta beat the odds and will be the first team to pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Washington will pick second — followed by Houston and San Antonio.
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With 'bleisure' and fewer workers, the American hotel is in recovery
A new type of traveler is part of the post-pandemic reset at U.S. hotels, along with fewer daily cleanings and pancake-slinging machines.