David Folkenflik
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Pandemic Threatens Local Papers Even As Readers Devour Their Coverage
The coronavirus recession hit local newspapers almost immediately. Many have already instituted layoffs or suspended publishing. Some may never come back.
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Historic Games, Documentaries And ... Marble Races: ESPN Without Live Sports
ESPN calls itself the "worldwide leader in sports," but there are few live sports to show. So it's scrambling to fill the time, offering diversions like cherry pit spitting and marble racing.
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All Things Considered
Chris Matthews Is Out At MSNBC
Chris Matthews is stepping down as anchor of MSNBC's politics talk show Hardball. He resigned and retired abruptly Monday night following mounting criticism over embarrassing on-air moments.
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Morning Edition
Conservative Radio Host Rush Limbaugh's Influence On The Media
Rush Limbaugh told his listeners on Monday that he has been diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. The broadcasting icon is a powerful voice in Republican politics.
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Weekend Edition Sunday
Making Super Bowl Guacamole? Be Careful To Avoid The Pits Of An Avocado Hand Injury
The Super Bowl is a big day for guacamole, which could also mean more ER visits. A recent study links avocado consumption to hand injuries.
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Weekend Edition Sunday
Last Iowa Poll Before Caucus Scrapped Because Of Apparent Error
A poll of Iowa Democrats will not be released this year ahead of the caucuses after complaints that Pete Buttigieg was left off it. We find out why this poll matters.
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All Things Considered
NPR Protests State Department Decision To Bar Reporter From Pompeo Trip To Ukraine
The State Department has denied NPR's diplomatic correspondent Michele Kelemen permission to fly with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on a trip to Ukraine. NPR is protesting that decision in a letter.
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Morning Edition
'Washington Post,' 'National Enquirer' In Spotlight After Bezos Phone Hacking
The alleged hacking of Jeff Bezos' smartphone by Saudi Arabia puts the spotlight on the Bezos-owned Washington Post, which angered the Saudis, and the National Enquirer, which he accuses of blackmail.
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All Things Considered
What The Trump Administration Has Said About The Soleimani Killing
Trump administration officials are asking the public to trust them about the need to kill a top Iranian general. But information has been scarce — to the press, to the public and even to Congress.
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All Things Considered
'Bombshell' Tells The Story Of Sexual Harassment Allegations At Fox News
The new movie Bombshell tells the story of former Fox News anchors Gretchen Carlson and Megyn Kelly accusing then-Fox CEO Roger Ailes of sexual harassment, which eventually led to his ouster.