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Peter Mendelsund discusses 'Weepers,' his novel about professional mourners NPR's Scott Simon asks Peter Mendelsund about his new novel, "Weepers," which features professional mourners. Scott Simon
National Inside a school that's working to fix the U.S. shortage of air traffic controllers The U.S. needs thousands of additional air traffic controllers, but training and certifying them can take years. NPR visits one school that's trying to get controllers on the job faster. Joel Rose
National Trump Mobile, the latest venture from the president, launches The launch of Trump Mobile comes as ethics filings reveal the president reported more than $630 million dollars in income last year. Stephen Fowler
Politics Court blocks Louisiana law requiring schools to post Ten Commandments in classrooms The ruling marked a win for civil liberties groups who say the mandate violates the separation of church and state, and that displays would isolate students — especially those who are not Christian. The Associated Press
Arts & Life A new archeological discovery finds painted Roman frescoes in the heart of London A remarkable archaeological find in the heart of London has revealed one of the most extensive collections of Roman frescoes ever found in the city. Willem Marx
Politics Senate Majority Leader John Thune tries to get Republicans on board for Trump's tax bill Senate Majority Leader John Thune is pushing for a vote on President Trump's signature domestic policy bill next week, but big hurdles remain inside the GOP. Deirdre Walsh
Where the Israel-Iran conflict could go next, according to a defense expert NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Shashank Joshi, defense editor at The Economist, about the latest developments in the Israel-Iran conflict and the possibility of a diplomatic resolution. Scott Simon
In 'Human Nature,' author Kate Marvel explores climate change through nine emotions NPR's Scott Simon talks to climate scientist Kate Marvel about her new book, "Human Nature." It's a look at our changing planet through the lens of nine very human emotions. Scott Simon
In 'Familiar Touch,' an elderly woman adjusts to life at an assisted living facility NPR's Scott Simon talks to actress Kathleen Chalfant and director Sarah Friedland about their new film, "Familiar Touch," following an elderly woman adjusting to life at an assisted living facility. Scott Simon
Music This Tiny Desk Contest finalist was inspired by her late-night talk with an Uber driver Inspiration can come from anywhere. One Boston-based musician summoned it with an app. Eph See wrote the song "Malachi the Uber Driver" after a late-night ride home. Ryan Benk