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The house approved a resignation plan last night to reclaim the funds of 9 billion US dollars assigned until before. This plan includes reducing the federal support for the company for public broadcasting, which affects the NPR, PBS and its member stations as well as foreign aid. The vote was 216 to 213 with the support of all up to two Republicans. The invoice now goes to President Trump's desk to be signed.

• 🎧 During the presidential campaign, Trump spoke about the search for revengeA central focus with the media. He called NPR and PBS Linke Monster. With this vote, the GOP majority of the congress in this matter achieved a victory. In the coming hours, David Folkenflik will tell NPR First up That it is likely that many people will collect it for public media. It is possible that there is a consolidation of stations or even some closings, especially in rural areas. Folkenflik believes that there could be a radical reconstruction of the public broadcasting system in radio and television because they have to meet a completely different future.

Note: According to the NPR protocol, no company official or news manager checked this story before it was published in public.

The Wall Street Journal Reports yesterday that the then real real estate mogul Trump Jeffrey Epstein sent an argumentant letter For his 50th birthday in 2003. The article claims that years ago it was a book with birthday letters under the materials in an Epstein examination, including one with the outline of a naked woman, where the signature “Donald” can be seen. Trump quickly denied the allegations and threatens to sue this magazine About history. The President also instructed Attorney General Pam Bondi to apply for some of the files in connection with the case of Epstein's criminal sex trade.

• 🎧 Until a week ago, Bondi and other Trump administration officers urged the claims that files had to be published That would reveal the truth of Epstein's life and death. Stephen Fowler from NPR says that Trump asks Bondi that you probably don't expect the Epstein files. Fowler said it was important to note that Trump did an interview with that magazine On Tuesday for the article – one day before those who question the narrative about Epstein's death, question more transparency “stupid”.

At Trump, chronic venous insufficiency was diagnosed, but “remains with excellent health”, but it remains with excellent health “ The White House doctor said yesterday in a memo. The administration announced this information after people made aware of photos online who showed the president with swollen ankles, including symptoms. The medical condition affects the veins of its legs and is caused if blood has difficulty going back into the heart. This is quite common for people over the age of 70. Trump is 79.

• 🎧 All vessel experts NPRS wants to say Stone said that this condition is generally not a big dealAlthough it can be uncomfortable. Less than 15% of people can develop serious complications, like painful ulcers on the legs. Dr. Anahita Dua, a vascular surgeon on the General Hospital mass and the Harvard Medical School, says that it is unlikely that he has severe symptoms on the description of the president and the slight swelling.

Life counseling

Flirting in real life becomes a lost art. At least the trust coach Regina Bonds thinks. If the conversation with a sweet stranger lets your palms sweat, but you want to find a love interest without dating apps, Bonds has some advice to overcome common fears, to approach a romantic interest in the wild.

• ❤️ If you are too nervous to talk to someone because you don't believe that you are a good romantic partner, you build your self -esteem. Try to recite a positive mantra in front of a mirror over your value.
• ❤️ An easy way to show interest is to make eye contact. If you look back and smile, that's a promising sign.
• ❤️ There are no rules for dating. Don't be afraid to have a conversation first, and if you don't know what to say, give you a compliment first.

You can find more advice on personal flirting in this episode of NPRS Life Kit. Subscribe to Life Kit Newsletter for experienced advice on love, money, relationships and more.

Weekend picks

Eva Victor plays an English illuminated professor in Sorry, baby.

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Take a look at something NPR Look, read and listen this weekend:

🍿 films: Sorry, baby It's about a woman who tries to make a sense of life after sexual assault. Although it is a drama, rash comedic smarts are in general.

📺 TV: The first half of HBO's two -part documentary Billy Joel: And that's how it works Premate today. Eric Deggans from NPR finds that it illustrates the tension between access and objectivity that the filmmaker encounters celebrities when creating documentary films.

📚 books: This week it is an all-you-can-read buffet with new offers, with the aromas of practically every palate. From a new horror novel by Silvia Moreno-Garcia to a short history collection over the American south of Carrie R. Moore.

🎵 music: Yanga Shows the lively colors, lively rhythms, melodic melodies and bold concepts by the Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz. Tom Huizenga from NPR says that the album is so good that it receives a few more awards.

🎮 Games: NPR employees and contributors examined the diverse offers of the video game world this year. Regardless of whether you are looking for a short distraction or an epic 50-hour adventure, here you will find an interactive list that will help you find your next favorite game.

❓ quiz: Even the questions I didn't know, I answered correctly and ended with a score of 10/11. It is your turn. Do you think you can beat me?

3 things to know before you go

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1. The congress passed the genius bill yesterday and marked the country's first major independent cryptocurrency laws. Here is what it does.
2. CBS has canceled The late show with Stephen ColbertThe host announced during the recording on Thursday evening. The last show will be broadcast in May.
3. Pop singer Connie Francis – the first singer who reaches number one on the Advertising board Hot 100 – died at 87. She recently famous for social media with the revival of her song “Pretty Little Baby”.

This newsletter was edited by OBED Manuel.