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How Shanahan's Exit From The Department Of Defense Will Impact National Security

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Michael O'Hanlon of the Brookings Institution about Patrick Shanahan withdrawing his nomination for secretary of defense.

Karla Miller competed in the national bees of 1984, 1985 and 1986. Her best finish was 31st, when she went out on the word "dashiki." Today, Miller is a writer and editor. At right, a recent snapshot of Miller and her daughter.

What Happens To Spelling Bee Kids? Years Later, The Prize Is Perspective

NPR tracked down former top spellers to see how they're faring, decades after their early successes.

Effects Of Issac Linger, Power Is Out For Many

Even though Isaac has been down graded from its hurricane strength, it hasn't lost all its punch. The storm continues drench Louisiana and Mississippi, and it's making it difficult to restore electricity and to get a full sense of damage.

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled since 1986, speaks in January at Uganda's Makarere University in the capital Kampala. Uganda celebrates a half-century of independence next month, and Museveni has ruled for more than half of that time.

Uganda's Leader: 26 Years In Power, No Plans To Quit

The man who seized power in Uganda decrying other African leaders who overstayed their welcome has now been in office for 26 years. As the country turns 50, more and more Ugandans say their president has grown autocratic as he clings to power.

Carli Lloyd (left) and Megan Rapinoe are two of the five star players who filed a wage complaint against U.S. Soccer. The players say that the whole team supports their case, which accuses the national federation of paying male players far more money.

U.S. Women's Soccer Team Members File Federal Equal-Pay Complaint

"I think that we've proven our worth over the years," Carli Lloyd says of the team that's been ranked No. 1 in the world since last July.

Limericks

Bill reads three news-related limericks: Dronitos, Can I Interest You in a Red, White or Purple Kush?, Prison Kvetch.

Democrats Perez And Sanders Aim To Put The Party Back Together Again

Democrats are watching bellwether elections. Steve Inskeep and NPR's Scott Detrow talk to Tom Perez — chairman of the DNC — as he begins a national unity tour with Sen. Bernie Sanders.

The main goal of the Paris deal was to limit global temperature rise to 2 degrees Celsius. Beyond that point, scientists worry that catastrophic impacts of warming become irreversible.

5 Changes That Could Come From Leaving The Paris Climate Deal

NPR reporters break down how the coal industry, climate, U.S. global relations, public support and budget could be affected by President Trump's decision to pull out of the agreement.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo speaks to reporters Thursday after meeting with members of the U.N. Security Council and calling for the restoration of sanctions against Iran.

Pompeo Tries Starting 'Snapback' Clock To Restore Sanctions Against Iran By U.N.

A U.N. Security Council vote on a U.S. bid to extend an arms embargo against Iran failed last week. Now the U.S. secretary of state wants to bring back all sanctions lifted by the Iran nuclear deal.

President Trump listens as coronavirus response coordinator Deborah Birx speaks during a briefing at the White House.

Coronavirus Task Force Details 'Sobering' Data Behind Its Extended Guidelines

America must brace for 100,000 or more people to die in the coming months in the coronavirus pandemic, the White House's response team warned.

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