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Special programming from MPR News.

MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guest talk about how the standoff over federal funding for the Department of Homeland Security is affecting aviation security.
The Trump administration is increasing pressure on Cuba, cutting off vital oil supplies and straining its economy, while rolling blackouts leave millions of people without power. MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with foreign policy analyst Peter Kornbluh about the latest developments and what they mean for the future of U.S.-Cuba relations.
From online sports betting to so-called prediction markets, it’s never been easier to gamble. MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about the problems with this new age of gambling and who it’s impacting the most.    
The Make America Healthy Again movement has sounded the alarm on environmental toxins, but the Trump administration has pushed to roll back regulations. MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon talks about the mismatch with nutritionist, Marion Nestle. 
Coming up at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about artificial intelligence and jobs — separating the very real potential for disruption in the workplace from industry's ability to keep up, and what it all means for the future of work. 
Whether you’re single or have a partner, everyone can agree that dating is really hard. And the growing divide between political ideologies can make it even more challenging. MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about dating across political lines. Is it possible to meet in the middle?
Immigration is a divisive issue — but everyone agrees on one thing: The system we have right now is broken. Kerri Miller talks with two immigration experts on what a functioning system might look like.
True or false: The American economy is working well for you. Most Americans say false – even though many indicators say the economy is humming along. Kerri Miller and her guests explore what’s behind the disconnect.
A new boycott is targeting major tech companies as a way to protest U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement operations. Kara Swisher joins host Catharine Richert to talk about what the “Resist & Unsubscribe” movement is and what it hopes to accomplish.