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National Morning news brief House to start summer recess early to avoid Epstein files vote, Trump deflects on Epstein probe with accusations about Obama, Columbia disciplines over 70 students for pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Michel Martin
Eva Victor discusses her new film, 'Sorry, Baby' "Sorry, Baby" is a quiet, quirky film about life before and after a sexual assault. NPR speaks with Eva Victor, actor, writer and director, about bringing humor to such a serious topic. Leila Fadel
AFP news agency says its journalists in Gaza are at risk of starving to death AFP's global news director Phil Chetwynd says the French news service's journalists in Gaza are at risk of starving to death. The agency is struggling to get those journalists out of Gaza. Sacha Pfeiffer
National Video of Florida deputy punching Black man during traffic stop prompts investigation The sheriff's office in Jacksonville, Fla., is investigating a traffic stop where a deputy punched a Black driver in the face while in his car. The driver's video of his arrest surfaced on Sunday. Dan Scanlan
National Texas Legislature to discuss emergency preparedness measures following deadly floods The Texas Legislature will start discussions Wednesday on emergency preparedness and warning systems following the deadly floods on July 4 that killed at least 135 people. Sarah K. Grunau
Education How NPR's college podcast winner overcame his fears and inspired listeners worldwide A college student shares how his award-winning podcast about his rare mental health condition has connected him to a new community and opened him up to new opportunities. Janet W. Lee
Environment As many shorebird populations decline, the American oystercatcher is rebounding Studies show the populations of most North American shorebirds are declining. But the American oystercatcher found along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts is a success story. Molly Duerig
Politics DOJ wants to question Ghislaine Maxwell, longtime associate of Jeffrey Epstein The Justice Department has asked Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein, for a meeting as it looks to make new inroads into what had been a closed investigation. Ryan Lucas
National U.S. probes foreign links to agriculture research to protect food supply While researchers agree food security is important, they say scrutiny of foreign collaboration could hurt U.S. innovation. Ximena Bustillo
How effective is 'precooling' your home during off-peak hours? It depends Does precooling your home work? Yes, no or maybe — depending on who you ask. But don't worry, we also have some other tips to keep you cool this summer. Ayana Archie