Politics Obama: 'We Still Have A Window' To Avert A Shutdown September 30, 2013 • Audie Cornish talks with Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep about his interview Monday afternoon with President Obama. We hear excerpts from the interview, more of which will air Tuesday on Morning Edition.
World Obama To Appear Before U.N. General Assembly September 24, 2013 • President Obama addresses the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday morning. He's expected to talk about the need to get rid of Syria's chemical weapons, and the potential for progress on Iran's nuclear program — among other topics. Obama To Appear Before U.N. General Assembly Listen · 4:12 4:12 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/225659443/225659430" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Okla. Court: 'Baby Veronica' Should Go To Adoptive Parents September 24, 2013 • Veronica, a 4-year-old, part-Cherokee child, has been returned to her white adoptive parents. Her biological father had custody of the child for two years, but a series of courts ruled the adoption was legal. Okla. Court: 'Baby Veronica' Should Go To Adoptive Parents Listen · 4:00 4:00 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/225659435/225659418" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Africa Mall Siege In Kenya Enters Its Third Day September 23, 2013 • In Nairobi, the military says it has rescued "most" of the remaining people trapped inside the high-end shopping mall. At least 68 people have been killed and 175 injured. The militant group al-Shabab from neighboring Somalia has claimed responsibility. Early Monday on 'Morning Edition': NPR's Gregory Warner reports from Nairobi Listen · 4:35 4:35 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/225303940/225303921" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Early Monday on 'Morning Edition': NPR's Gregory Warner reports from Nairobi Listen · 4:35 4:35 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/225303940/225303921" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Law Holder Makes Moral Argument Against Mandatory Sentences September 20, 2013 • Attorney General Eric Holder says the criminal justice system is broken. He spoke out on federal mandatory sentencing requirements in a speech to the Congressional Black Caucus on Thursday. Holder Makes Moral Argument Against Mandatory Sentences Listen · 3:56 3:56 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/224347967/224345193" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Holder Makes Moral Argument Against Mandatory Sentences Listen · 3:56 3:56 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/224347967/224345193" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
National Victims Of Navy Yard Shooting Are Being Identified September 17, 2013 • Officials have released the names of seven out of 12 people killed in the Washington Navy Yard shootings. Police say Aaron Alexis, a defense-industry employee, went on a shooting rampage Monday. The gunman was killed in a shootout with police. From 'Morning Edition': NPR's Hansi Lo Wang on the victims Listen · 3:19 3:19 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/223309101/223309155" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
From 'Morning Edition': NPR's Hansi Lo Wang on the victims Listen · 3:19 3:19 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/223309101/223309155" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
National Navy Yard Shooting Deadliest Rampage Since Fort Hood September 17, 2013 • A defense-industry employee used his pass to get into the Washington Navy Yard and went on a deadly shooting spree on Monday. The motive for the assault is not known at this time. Thirteen people were killed — including the gunman. From 'Morning Edition': NPR's Brian Naylor on the Navy Yard shootings Listen · 5:37 5:37 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/223309099/223309080" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
From 'Morning Edition': NPR's Brian Naylor on the Navy Yard shootings Listen · 5:37 5:37 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/223309099/223309080" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
National Navy Yard Shooter, Aaron Alexis, Killed In Battle With Police September 17, 2013 • Police say the gunman, 34-year-old Aaron Alexis, died after a gun battle inside a building at the Navy Yard on Monday. He was a veteran with a history of gun-related incidents. His last known address was in Fort Worth, Texas. Navy Yard Shooter, Aaron Alexis, Killed In Battle With Police Listen · 4:15 4:15 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/223309083/223309058" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Middle East Are Weapons Getting To Syrian Rebels? September 13, 2013 • We're going look more closely at whether the United States is providing arms to Syria's rebels. The commander of the Free Syrian Army General told Morning Edition on Thursday that his group was not receiving weapons. But American officials contend they are providing weapons to the rebels. Are Weapons Getting To Syrian Rebels? Listen · 4:39 4:39 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/221991234/221993491" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Middle East Syrian Refugees Voice Opinions On Airstrike Debate September 10, 2013 • Perhaps no one has more of a stake in the outcome of the airstrike debate than the people of Syria. How are Syrian refugees in Lebanon reacting to the possibility of a U.S. military strike against the Assad government? Syrian Refugees Voice Opinions On Airstrike Debate Listen · 4:35 4:35 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/220932977/220932952" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Syrian Refugees Voice Opinions On Airstrike Debate Listen · 4:35 4:35 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/220932977/220932952" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
National Security Pentagon Prepares For Strikes On Syria September 9, 2013 • President Obama has asked Congress for the authority to attack, citing evidence that Syria's government used chemical weapons against its own people. Planners must tailor strikes that are not too aggressive to satisfy legislators who don't want the Syria crisis to escalate. But they must develop plans that would be robust enough to make a difference in the war to satisfy others. Pentagon Prepares For Strikes On Syria Listen · 4:03 4:03 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/220586217/220586194" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Pentagon Prepares For Strikes On Syria Listen · 4:03 4:03 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/220586217/220586194" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Economy Fed Watches Friday's Jobless Data For Signs To End Stimulus September 6, 2013 • The jobless rate dipped to 7.3 percent in August as 169,000 jobs were added to public and private payrolls, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated. This report has taken on special significance because it could affect the Federal Reserve's plan to begin phasing out its bond-buying program. Fed Watches Friday's Jobless Data For Signs To End Stimulus Listen · 4:06 4:06 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/219560334/219560311" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Fed Watches Friday's Jobless Data For Signs To End Stimulus Listen · 4:06 4:06 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/219560334/219560311" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Europe Obama Uses G-20 Summit To Gather Support On Syria September 6, 2013 • The G-20 meeting draws to a close on Friday, overshadowed by the crisis in Syria. President Obama continues to try, both at home and abroad, to build support for a U.S. military strike on Syria. Obama Uses G-20 Summit To Gather Support On Syria Listen · 4:10 4:10 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/219560318/219560291" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Europe French Parliament To Debate U.S.-Led Strikes In Syria September 4, 2013 • French lawmakers on Wednesday will debate how to respond to an alleged chemical attack in Syria. France made public intelligence documents suggesting the Syrian government was behind the attack. At the same time, the French newspaper, Le Figaro, published an interview with Syrian President Bashar Assad. French Parliament To Debate U.S.-Led Strikes In Syria Listen · 3:57 3:57 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/218811163/218811150" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
French Parliament To Debate U.S.-Led Strikes In Syria Listen · 3:57 3:57 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/218811163/218811150" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Analysis Many In Washington Were Surprised By Obama's Syria Decision September 2, 2013 • President Obama on Saturday announced that he would wait on military action against Syria until members of Congress could vote on the resolution. Congress still has a week to go before its recess ends and lawmakers can discuss the matter. Many In Washington Were Surprised By Obama's Syria Decision Listen · 4:15 4:15 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/218122357/218122793" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Many In Washington Were Surprised By Obama's Syria Decision Listen · 4:15 4:15 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/218122357/218122793" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
