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Trump: U.S. 'Will Withdraw' From Iran Nuclear Deal
President Trump has long been a critic of the multi-nation agreement, criticism that began even before he was sworn in to the Oval Office.
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'I Don't Want to See Another Man in This Position for 20 Years'
The Brian Lehrer Show
Right after abuse allegations came out against Eric Schneiderman, Preet Bharara’s name was floated as a possible successor. Or, one of many highly qualified women could get the job. -
The Overlooked Faces of America's Working Class
The Takeaway
The American perception of the working class has traditionally been associated with the image of a white, male industrial worker. But changing realities are complicating that picture.
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Tuesday's Primaries: Spotlight On GOP Senate Battles In West Virginia And Indiana
An ugly West Virginia contest features controversial coal executive Don Blankenship. President Trump said he could jeopardize a key GOP Senate target. Ohio Democrats have a big contest for governor. -
Trump Ally, Sheriff David Clarke to Headline New York Police Chiefs Gathering
A petition with more than 2,000 signatures is calling on the New York State Association of Chiefs of Police to rescind the invite. -
Likely 2020 Democratic Candidates Want To Guarantee A Job To Every American
Cory Booker, Kirsten Gillibrand, Bernie Sanders and others back "job guarantee" programs to assure jobs for all who want them. It's another sign of top Democrats embracing further left positions. -
Would New Yorkers Vote for an Atheist?
Among the 51 New York City Council members and the 3 city-wide positions, not a single elected official openly identifies as an atheist. -
The Bronx Bombers Will Go to Bat Beneath Big Ben in 2019
The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox will face each other in two regular-season games at the Olympic Stadium in London next June. Boston will play as the home team for both games.
Arts and Culture
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Newly Discovered Photos Capture Scenes of 1970s New York City
A new NYC Parks exhibition draws from thousands of photos of the city's parks, taken in the fall of 1978. -
Here For It: Childish Gambino's "This is America"
"Atlanta" creator and actor Donald Glover's musical alter-ego, Childish Gambino, debuted a new video on this weekend's SNL. -
Rap on Trial: How An Aspiring Musician's Words Led To Prison Time
Olutosin Oduwole was a college student and aspiring rap star when he was charged with "attempting to make a terrorist threat." Did public perceptions of rap music play a role? - Edit Bucket
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Robert Caro on the Fall of New York, and Glenn Close on Complicated Characters
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The biographer and the actress talk about the challenges of portraying difficult and powerful people.
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Kennedy Center Joins Institutions Stripping Bill Cosby Of Awards
As the comedian awaits sentencing for a conviction for aggravated indecent assault, the prestigious arts institution rescinded its Honors award and Mark Twain humor prize. -
Under Pressure, Tronc Recognizes 'Chicago Tribune' Union
Morning Edition
In the face of overwhelming support for the labor drive, the troubled media company relented, saying Sunday that it will negotiate with journalists at its Chicago-area publications. -
Dark Twisted Fantasy
On The Media
The freedom of the press, the frustrations of men and the search for utopia.
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Childish Gambino and Red Baraat
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This week, the lighter side of Dirty Projectors, Childish Gambino’s dark view of America, and Red Baraat’s color-coded dance music and a wicked cover of a classic Iron Maiden song. -
Watch: Malian Singer Fatoumata Diawara, In-Studio
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Malian singer and guitarist Fatoumata Diawara writes songs that respect her traditional heritage with modern flair. Her latest is called "Fenfo" and she'll play songs from it in-studio. -
Watch: Anbessa Orchestra Plays Ethio-Funk Straight Outta Brooklyn
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The NY-based seven-piece band Anbessa Orchestra play Ethiopian-style, horn-heavy funk, in-studio. They perform at Rockwood Music Hall tonight. -
Watch: Okkervil River's Will Sheff Previews ‘In The Rainbow Rain’
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Singer, songwriter, producer and arranger Will Sheff of Okkervil River, takes a heartwarming break from seriousness, and joins us for a live in-studio performance. -
Watch Now: Vicente García's Caribbean Eclectic Love Songs
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Take a little trip around the Caribbean with Dominican folk pop revivalist, the Grammy-Winning singer-songwriter Vicente García, now based in Bogota, Colombia. He plays in-studio.
