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ICE Confirms Force-Feeding Of Detainees On Hunger Strike

On Thursday ICE officials confirmed at least six immigrant detainees on a hunger strike are being force-fed through a nasal tube. Salwan Georges/The Washington Post/Getty Images hide caption

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ICE Confirms Force-Feeding Of Detainees On Hunger Strike

The agency said it respects the right to voice opinions and doesn't retaliate against hunger strikers. "It's extremely painful and it's against their will," a lawyer for two asylum-seekers told NPR.

Federal Appeals Court Blocks San Francisco Law On Ad Warnings For Sugary Drinks

Soda bottles displayed in a San Francisco market.A federal appeals court blocked a city law requiring advertisement warnings on the potential health impacts of sugary drinks. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption

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Law

Federal Appeals Court Blocks San Francisco Law On Ad Warnings For Sugary Drinks

A voter-approved law requiring large warnings about the effects of soda and other sugar-sweetened drinks was challenged by the beverage industry.

Juan Guaidó Claims Police Raided His Home As He Struggles To Consolidate Power

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó talks to the press as he holds his daughter, Miranda, next to his wife, Fabiana Rosales, outside his home in Caracas on Thursday. Federico Parra/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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The Americas

Juan Guaidó Claims Police Raided His Home As He Struggles To Consolidate Power

Juan Guaidó accuses Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro of sending police to intimidate his family. The U.S.-backed opposition leader seeks to oust Maduro and replace him as interim president.

Failed Virginia Bill Sparks National Debate About Abortion

President Trump and Republican abortion opponents are criticizing Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam and Democrats in the state over defense of a bill that sought to reduce restrictions on later abortion.

Failed Virginia Bill Sparks National Debate About Abortion

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Sports

Atlanta Seems Ready For The Super Bowl With Plenty Of Winter Weather Precautions

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The Super Bowl is set to be held in Atlanta this year, but chilly weather, and an icy history have some leaders on edge about the city's ability to host the big game.

Atlanta Seems Ready For The Super Bowl With Plenty Of Winter Weather Precautions

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Closing Arguments Heard In Trial Of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzmán

Closing arguments were heard Thursday in the trial of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, accused of being one of the world's premier drug traffickers. The case now goes to the jury.

Closing Arguments Heard In Trial Of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzmán

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U.S. Court Orders Syria To Pay $300 Million For Killing Of Journalist Marie Colvin

A U.S. court has ordered the Syrian government to pay $300 million for killing American journalist Marie Colvin in 2012. Colvin is seen here in London in 2010. Arthur Edwards/WPA Pool/Getty Images hide caption

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Middle East

U.S. Court Orders Syria To Pay $300 Million For Killing Of Journalist Marie Colvin

The judge ruled that Colvin was killed by Syria and "targeted because of her profession, for the purpose of silencing those reporting on the growing opposition movement in the country."

Homeland Security Created A Fake University In Michigan As Part Of Immigration Sting

The "University of Farmington" occupied office space in this building in Farmington Hills, Mich. In court documents, eight men are accused of recruiting hundreds of "students" to the bogus school. Google Maps/Screenshot by NPR hide caption

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Law

Homeland Security Created A Fake University In Michigan As Part Of Immigration Sting

Eight alleged recruiters who were paid thousands of dollars for connecting students to the bogus university — which had an actual office space in Farmington Hills, Mich. — have been indicted.

Environment

Will PG&E's Bankruptcy Hurt California's Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals?

KQED

There is concern that California's climate goals could suffer a set back because of PG&E's bankruptcy filing. The utility is key to helping the state's grid become 100 percent carbon free.

Will PG&E's Bankruptcy Hurt California's Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals?

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Homeless Face Record-Breaking Cold In Parts Of The Nation

Rachel Martin talks to Debra Gonzalez, founder of the nonprofit organization in Wisconsin, Feeding His Flock Street Ministry, about searching the streets to find homeless people in need of shelter.

Homeless Face Record-Breaking Cold In Parts Of The Nation

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Education

Michigan State Faulted For Handling Of Sexual Abuse Cases

Michigan Public

A Department of Education report claims Michigan State University displayed "a lack of institutional control" in the handling of the Larry Nassar scandal, and has violated federal campus safety laws.

Michigan State Faulted For Handling Of Sexual Abuse Cases

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News Brief: Deep Freeze, User Data Concerns, Trade Talks

Severe cold paralyzes a portion of the U.S. Facebook and Google are scrutinized over apps that collected data from teenagers. And, it's the final day of trade talks between the U.S. and China.

News Brief: Deep Freeze, User Data Concerns, Trade Talks

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