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News Brief: Coronavirus Effects, Democratic Nominating Contest

Stocks continue their free-fall amid fears of the coronavirus. Scientists suggest ways people can prepare for an outbreak. And, South Carolina's Democratic primary takes place Saturday.

News Brief: Coronavirus Effects, Democratic Nominating Contest

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News Brief: Coronavirus, U.S. Response, New Delhi Riots

U.S. confirms coronavirus case of unknown origin. Handling the outbreak is a big political moment for President Trump. And, three days of violence in New Delhi leaves dozens of people dead.

News Brief: Coronavirus, U.S. Response, New Delhi Riots

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NPR Will Repeatedly Check In With Voters In Charlotte, N.C.

NPR is repeatedly visiting several cities which will play a big role in the 2020 presidential election. First stop: Charlotte to see where voters are on the issues and on the candidates.

NPR Will Repeatedly Check In With Voters In Charlotte, N.C.

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Mice Fight: Wildlife Photography Prize Goes To 'Cheeky' Moment At London Tube Station

"Station Squabble," a photograph by Sam Rowley, on Wednesday won the LUMIX People's Choice Award for wildlife photography. Sam Rowley/Wildlife Photographer of the Year hide caption

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Mice Fight: Wildlife Photography Prize Goes To 'Cheeky' Moment At London Tube Station

A wildlife photography award went to a rather unusual picture: two mice brawling on a London Underground platform. Photographer Sam Rowley won this year's LUMIX People's Choice Award.

Mice Fight: Wildlife Photography Prize Goes To 'Cheeky' Moment At London Tube Station

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News Brief: N.H. Primary, Roger Stone Case, Juan Guaidó

Bernie Sanders wins New Hampshire's Democratic presidential primary. The Justice Department steps in to seek a shorter sentence for Roger Stone. And, Venezuela's opposition leader returns to Caracas.

News Brief: N.H. Primary, Roger Stone Case, Juan Guaidó

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Can A Presidential Memoir Really Give An Honest Picture?

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Can A Presidential Memoir Really Give An Honest Picture?

Historian Craig Fehrman says yes; his book Author in Chief reveals little-known and unknown stories of presidents and their writing. Fehrman's pick for a good read: Calvin Coolidge's memoir.

Can A Presidential Memoir Really Give An Honest Picture?

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News Brief: N.H. Primary, Coronavirus, Lockdown Drills

New Hampshire's primary takes center stage. Health officials worry about the spread of the coronavirus outside China. And, two large teacher unions question the effectiveness of active shooter drills.

News Brief: N.H. Primary, Coronavirus, Lockdown Drills

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News Brief: Coronavirus, New Hampshire Primary, Academy Awards

Nearly 100 people in China died Sunday of the coronavirus. New Hampshire holds its primary Tuesday. And, a foreign-language film won the Oscar for best picture — the first time that's happened.

News Brief: Coronavirus, New Hampshire Primary, Academy Awards

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News Brief: Impeachment Acquittal, Iowa Caucuses, Juan Guaidó

The Senate acquits President Trump of two impeachment charges. There is still no clear winner in the Iowa caucuses. And, Venezuela's opposition leader attends Trump's State of the Union address.

News Brief: Impeachment Acquittal, Iowa Caucuses, Juan Guaidó

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News Brief: Iowa Results, Trump Speech, Educational Redlining

Iowa caucus results are still not final. President Trump used the State of the Union to make a case for reelection. And, graduates from historically Black colleges may pay more to borrow money.

News Brief: Iowa Results, Trump Speech, Educational Redlining

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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, Brexit Day

Senate to vote on whether to allow witnesses in Trump impeachment trial. The World Health Organization declares coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency. And, Brexit Day is finally here.

News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, Brexit Day

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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, U.K.-Huawei Deal

The Q&A session in the Senate impeachment trial continues. Many questions remain unanswered about the coronavirus. And, the U.S. is critical of the U.K.'s decision to hire a Chinese telecom giant.

News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Coronavirus, U.K.-Huawei Deal

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When Institutions Are Used As Stages, People Lose Trust, Book Argues

A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream, by Yuval Levin Basic Books hide caption

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When Institutions Are Used As Stages, People Lose Trust, Book Argues

We now think of institutions less as formative and more as performative, less as molds of our character and more as platforms for us to stand on and be seen, says National Affairs Editor Yuval Levin.

When Institutions Are Used As Stages, People Lose Trust, Book Argues

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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Mideast Peace Plan, Ukraine Trip

The Senate impeachment trial moves next to the question phase. Palestinians reject President Trump's plan for Mideast peace. And, Secretary of State Pompeo visits Ukraine Thursday.

News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Mideast Peace Plan, Ukraine Trip

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News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Trump Peace Plan, Weinstein Trial

The Trump legal team is about to wrap up the president's defense in the Senate impeachment trial. President Trump on Tuesday releases a Mideast peace plan. And, Harvey Weinstein's trial continues.

News Brief: Impeachment Trial, Trump Peace Plan, Weinstein Trial

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