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Loggers say Roadless Rule repeal won't solve their biggest challenges
Trump's plan to open 44 million acres of protected forest to logging faces skepticism from the timber industry itself, which says bigger problems threaten survival.
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Court ruling leaves thousands of immigrants in visa limbo
A court decision has failed to resolve the situation for thousands of immigrants waiting abroad without visas.
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AI beats traditional models at predicting hurricanes
Google DeepMind's artificial intelligence model outperformed conventional forecasting when Hurricane Isaias formed this month, signalling rapid transformation in how meteorologists predict storms.
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Special ed teachers share their hardest and happiest moments
NPR collected diaries from special education teachers about the joys and struggles of their work.
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Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks on El-Sayed
President Trump intensifies rhetoric against Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, calling him a jihadist and drawing comparisons to 9/11, drawing criticism even from former Arab American allies.
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GOP redistricting falters as Lula wins Brazil
Republican redistricting efforts disappoint while Brazil's Lula secures a fourth term.
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DOJ charges 28 in California with voting crimes
The Department of Justice has filed charges against 28 people in California for voting-related offences as election tensions rise.
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Rays and Brewers set for first all-new-champion World Series
Tampa Bay beats Cleveland to reach the World Series, where both teams will seek their first title since 1980.
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Texas voters weigh in at high school football game
NPR spoke with fans at a Texas high school football game about the issues that matter to them this election cycle.
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Two ex-FBI staff charged with lying to Congress on Hunter Biden
Former agents allegedly misled lawmakers about their roles in investigating the laptop that became central to the 2020 election.
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Death row inmate becomes museum artist at 68
Gary Tyler spent 41 years in Angola Prison for a murder he didn't commit. Now freed, his quilts tell the stories of those still locked away.
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Texas Senate race enters final stretch
Candidates in the Texas U.S. Senate race are preparing for the closing weeks of the campaign.
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Judge blocks DHS operations targeting noncitizen voters
A federal judge in California has restricted Department of Homeland Security field operations that target suspected noncitizen voters, citing flawed data and voter intimidation concerns.
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California gas prices lose their grip on Democrats
High fuel costs have historically hurt Democratic candidates in California. This election cycle, that pattern is breaking.
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Ramaswamy ad features abuse accuser
A 2026 attack ad by Vivek Ramaswamy features the mother of Amy Acton, who has alleged childhood abuse.
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U.S. and Israel plan Iran strikes after elections
The U.S. and Israel may attack Iran following the election, while SpaceX and Tesla explore a merger.
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GOP congressman's Medicaid vote haunts reelection bid
A Republican congressman voted to cut Medicaid, which covers 62% of his district. Now he faces voters.
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Democrats prepare for Trump to claim foreign election meddling
Top intelligence Democrats say they're ready if Trump alleges foreign interference to challenge the midterm results.
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Voters want Congress to check Trump, trust Democrats more
A new poll shows record-low Republican approval on key issues and a strong majority wanting the next Congress to oppose Trump's agenda.
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Trump's attacks on voting integrity and elections
Donald Trump's criticism of voting systems raises questions about how such rhetoric might shape upcoming elections.
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Climate migration: Europeans head north for cooler summers
As European summers grow hotter, people are relocating to northern regions to escape the heat.
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Local election officials brace for tension
As election day nears, officials managing the vote say they are feeling anxious about the process ahead.
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Republicans stay loyal despite Trump policy doubts
Some Republicans disagree with Trump's policies but continue backing the party anyway.
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Trump to campaign for Graham despite Russia sanctions rift
Donald Trump will stump for Senator Darline Graham's re-election despite their disagreement over Russia sanctions policy.
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Zelenskyy says missile warnings resume after US talks
Ukraine's president says early warning intelligence from allies has resumed following recent strikes that caught civilians unprepared.
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France imposes curfews after weekend riots over living costs
Paris and other cities enforce nightly curfews after the worst rioting in years, with police preparing for fresh protests Saturday.
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LeBron debuts with 76ers, silences Knicks fans
LeBron James scored 14 points in his Philadelphia 76ers debut as they beat the New York Knicks 106-100 on opening night, trading words with fans who rejected him in free agency.
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FAA approves Boeing's 737 Max 10 for passenger flights
After nearly a decade of delays, the Federal Aviation Administration has certified Boeing's largest 737 Max jet for commercial service.
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UN report: U.S. climate pollution surges
A United Nations report documents a significant increase in American greenhouse gas emissions.
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Supreme Court recusals over books raise questions about policy
A publishing dispute has highlighted the issue of recusals by Supreme Court justices. We take a look at the court's policy and its impact.
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Beef producers split on Trump ahead of midterms
Trump's policies have complicated his support among beef producers, a key constituency in states where tight Senate races could sway control of the body.
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States prepare for federal election interference
Two weeks before Election Day, state officials are readying defences against possible federal government interference in their elections.
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Democrats Torn Over Federal Voucher Program
Democratic governors face deadline to decide if they'll join Trump's new school choice tax credit program.
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Why 5 grocery items fluctuate in price
Grocery prices for eggs, coffee, butter, ground beef and chocolate chip cookies swing wildly due to weather, trade and disease.
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TikTok staff warned of child exploitation. Executives ignored them
Court records reveal employees repeatedly raised alarms about minors in sexual content, age-bypass loopholes and suicide rabbit holes. Leadership failed to act.
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The AI double whammy: bubble burst plus job losses
If an AI bubble bursts and triggers a recession, history suggests automation could accelerate and workers could lose jobs even as investors lose money.
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DOJ charges 28 with voting crimes; TikTok ignored safety warnings
The Justice Department prosecutes noncitizen voters while TikTok staff concerns about child safety go unheeded.
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2026 midterms set for record spending as France faces protests
The 2026 midterm elections could cost more than any before, while Emmanuel Macron condemns violent demonstrations in France.
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Grocery store wedding cakes save money
Couples skip expensive wedding cakes for Publix and Costco options.
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Republican warns Trump his immigration push risks Latino voters
Rep. María Elvira Salazar's ad criticizing Trump's deportation agenda exposes fractures in GOP support among Cuban Americans and Hispanics in Florida.
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Four killed, dozens injured in fire at Alberta military base
A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta has killed four service members and seriously injured dozens more, overwhelming hospitals across the region.
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Australian lawmaker hit by car in apparent deliberate attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says independent MP Helen Haines was deliberately struck by a vehicle outside her office, as threats against politicians surge.
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Dozens of orangutans rescued from Indonesian wildfires
Critically endangered orangutans have been rescued from Indonesian wildfires in a major conservation effort.
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Minnesota Senate race turns on fraud and Trump
Candidates clash over election integrity, cost of living and the former president's policies in a heated debate.
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Why some midterm races won't be called for days
Close races in states that count slowly create perfect conditions for election misinformation.
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Trump waives Russia sanctions, Beyer responds
Democratic Rep. Don Beyer of Virginia discusses President Trump's decision to waive new sanctions on Russia.
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Trump backs Netanyahu days before Israeli election
The U.S. president endorses the embattled Israeli leader after months of withholding support as their Middle East strategies diverged.
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Kelvin waves are raising West Coast sea levels
A deep ocean wave tied to this year's Super El Niño is pushing water toward the U.S. coast, raising flood risk and bringing tropical species north.
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Trump plans major renovation of D.C. golf course amid legal fight
President Trump announced plans to close and renovate the East Potomac Golf Links, a public course 2 miles south of the White House, despite an ongoing legal battle over the project.
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What does a White House press secretary do?
Katie Zacharia's firing after five days exposed how the role demands honesty, quick thinking and the ability to spar with reporters, with no job description or required qualifications.
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Ukraine strikes Russia as U.S. ties strain
Ukraine and Russia trade military blows while U.S. relations deteriorate, midterm spending hits record highs, and France's president condemns violent protests.
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White House Press Secretary Role in Trump Era
How the White House Press Secretary functions during the Trump presidency.
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Congress reacts to Russia sanctions exemption
An executive order exempts Russia from economic sanctions, drawing congressional response.
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Greensboro students demand early voting on campus
Students at Greensboro, NC colleges are protesting the lack of early voting sites available to them on campus.
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Politics chat: Zelenskyy, Trump and midterm money
NPR's politics team discusses Zelenskyy's stance on Trump and Democratic fundraising for the midterms.
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Trump voters now weighing checks on his power
Some 2024 Trump voters are reconsidering their support and discussing voting to limit his authority.
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Noah Adams Dies at 84
NPR's longtime host Noah Adams dies at 84.
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Horror is now big business
From bookstores to blockbusters, the fear industry is booming across every platform.
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Ukraine says U.S. is blocking its satellite defense system
President Zelenskyy claims the Trump administration ordered SpaceX to restrict Starshield access, hampering Ukraine's war effort. The U.S. denies it.
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Pope Leo returns to duties after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV appeared at his window Sunday to thank the faithful after surgery to remove a malignant tumor, saying he will gradually resume his work.
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