News brief: Hurricane Ian, Russia claims Ukrainian regions, Brazil's election
Now that Hurricane Ian has moved on, Floridians are assessing damage. Moscow is officially annexing four Russian-occupied regions in Ukraine. Two ideological opposites aim to be Brazil's president.
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Friday, 30 September 2022
NPR News: An Oakland school shooting that injured 6 was gang-related, police say
An Oakland school shooting that injured 6 was gang-related, police say
Officials said at least two gunmen were targeting a specific person and that they are still working to determine what touched off the shooting. It comes amid a surge in violence across the city.
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Officials said at least two gunmen were targeting a specific person and that they are still working to determine what touched off the shooting. It comes amid a surge in violence across the city.
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NPR News: In a bio-engineered dystopia, 'Vesper' finds seeds of hope
In a bio-engineered dystopia, 'Vesper' finds seeds of hope
In the sci-fi drama Vesper, the title character is a 13 year old bio-hacker who lives in a future where humankind has wiped out all edible plants.
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In the sci-fi drama Vesper, the title character is a 13 year old bio-hacker who lives in a future where humankind has wiped out all edible plants.
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NPR News: What it is like to fly into a hurricane from 8,000 feet in the air
What it is like to fly into a hurricane from 8,000 feet in the air
Part of Nick Underwood's job is flying through hurricanes to collect data for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Part of Nick Underwood's job is flying through hurricanes to collect data for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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NPR News: In a bio-engineered dystopia, 'Vesper' finds seeds of hope
In a bio-engineered dystopia, 'Vesper' finds seeds of hope
In the sci-fi drama Vesper, the title character is a 13 year old bio-hacker who lives in a future where humankind has wiped out all edible plants.
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In the sci-fi drama Vesper, the title character is a 13 year old bio-hacker who lives in a future where humankind has wiped out all edible plants.
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Thursday, 29 September 2022
NPR News: Live spiders and cockroaches: Ex-eBay executives get prison time in harassment plot
Live spiders and cockroaches: Ex-eBay executives get prison time in harassment plot
Former eBay Inc. executives were sentenced Thursday to prison for a scheme to terrorize the creators of an online newsletter that included sending live spiders, cockroaches, a funeral wreath.
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Former eBay Inc. executives were sentenced Thursday to prison for a scheme to terrorize the creators of an online newsletter that included sending live spiders, cockroaches, a funeral wreath.
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NPR News: Ukraine's offensive in Kharkiv was hard and bitter, say soldiers who did the fighting
Ukraine's offensive in Kharkiv was hard and bitter, say soldiers who did the fighting
While Ukraine's counteroffensive this month was hailed as stunning by military observers, Ukrainian troops tell NPR that Russian forces put up stiff resistance in parts of the Kharkiv region.
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While Ukraine's counteroffensive this month was hailed as stunning by military observers, Ukrainian troops tell NPR that Russian forces put up stiff resistance in parts of the Kharkiv region.
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NPR News: Ukraine's offensive in Kharkiv was hard and bitter, say soldiers who did the fighting
Ukraine's offensive in Kharkiv was hard and bitter, say soldiers who did the fighting
While Ukraine's counteroffensive this month was hailed as stunning by military observers, Ukrainian troops tell NPR that Russian forces put up stiff resistance in parts of the Kharkiv region.
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While Ukraine's counteroffensive this month was hailed as stunning by military observers, Ukrainian troops tell NPR that Russian forces put up stiff resistance in parts of the Kharkiv region.
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NPR News: News brief: Hurricane Ian is downgraded, Baltic pipeline leaks, U.K. economic turmoil
News brief: Hurricane Ian is downgraded, Baltic pipeline leaks, U.K. economic turmoil
Ian roared ashore in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane. EU officials are concerned about explosions at Nord Stream pipelines. Britain's pound weakens to a record low against the U.S. dollar.
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Ian roared ashore in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane. EU officials are concerned about explosions at Nord Stream pipelines. Britain's pound weakens to a record low against the U.S. dollar.
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NPR News: 'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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NPR News: 'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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NPR News: 'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
'Solito' is a personal story of immigration that sheds light on the universal
Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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Javier Zamora's book, as touching as it is sad, and as full of hope and kindness as it is harrowing, is the kind of narrative that manages to bring a huge debate down to a very personal space.
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Wednesday, 28 September 2022
NPR News: Advocates say rules protecting outdoor workers from heat aren't being enforced
Advocates say rules protecting outdoor workers from heat aren't being enforced
Washington state implemented new rules to keep farm workers safer when temperatures rise. But some of those workers say the state agency charged with enforcement is too sympathetic to industry.
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Washington state implemented new rules to keep farm workers safer when temperatures rise. But some of those workers say the state agency charged with enforcement is too sympathetic to industry.
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NPR News: With staged referendums in Ukraine complete, Russia begins the annexation process
With staged referendums in Ukraine complete, Russia begins the annexation process
Separatist leaders in occupied areas of Ukraine moved to join the Russian Federation — after claiming that the people there had chosen to join Russia, in referendums denounced by the West as a sham.
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Separatist leaders in occupied areas of Ukraine moved to join the Russian Federation — after claiming that the people there had chosen to join Russia, in referendums denounced by the West as a sham.
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NPR News: After knocking out Cuba's power grid, Hurricane Ian takes aim at Florida
After knocking out Cuba's power grid, Hurricane Ian takes aim at Florida
Nearing the Florida Gulf Coast, Hurricane Ian is now a Category 4 storm. Forecasters call it an extremely dangerous storm with the potential for catastrophic winds and a life-threatening storm surge.
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Nearing the Florida Gulf Coast, Hurricane Ian is now a Category 4 storm. Forecasters call it an extremely dangerous storm with the potential for catastrophic winds and a life-threatening storm surge.
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NPR News: News brief: Hurricane Ian, Nord Stream pipeline leaks, Biden's plan to end hunger
News brief: Hurricane Ian, Nord Stream pipeline leaks, Biden's plan to end hunger
Hurricane Ian targets Florida after hitting Cuba. Seismologists suspect explosions damaged undersea pipelines that carry Russian gas. President Biden will announce plans to try to tackle hunger.
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Hurricane Ian targets Florida after hitting Cuba. Seismologists suspect explosions damaged undersea pipelines that carry Russian gas. President Biden will announce plans to try to tackle hunger.
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NPR News: Some don't evacuate, despite repeated hurricane warnings, because they can't
Some don't evacuate, despite repeated hurricane warnings, because they can't
People with disabilities, people who can't afford it and people who don't want to abandon their pets are among the many who can't easily get up and leave before a hurricane.
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People with disabilities, people who can't afford it and people who don't want to abandon their pets are among the many who can't easily get up and leave before a hurricane.
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NPR News: Owners of a small deli are charged with fraud for valuing business at $100 million
Owners of a small deli are charged with fraud for valuing business at $100 million
In an alleged scheme that temporarily inflated the market value of a tiny New Jersey deli to more than $100 million, three men have been charged with securities fraud and market manipulation.
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In an alleged scheme that temporarily inflated the market value of a tiny New Jersey deli to more than $100 million, three men have been charged with securities fraud and market manipulation.
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NPR News: Some don't evacuate, despite repeated hurricane warnings, because they can't
Some don't evacuate, despite repeated hurricane warnings, because they can't
People with disabilities, people who can't afford it and people who don't want to abandon their pets are among the many who can't easily get up and leave before a hurricane.
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People with disabilities, people who can't afford it and people who don't want to abandon their pets are among the many who can't easily get up and leave before a hurricane.
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Tuesday, 27 September 2022
NPR News: Puerto Rico seeks a U.S. waiver to allow for more fuel shipments to the island
Puerto Rico seeks a U.S. waiver to allow for more fuel shipments to the island
Puerto Rico's governor has requested the U.S. government waive a federal law and allow more fuel shipments to the island over concerns of a dwindling supply of diesel in the wake of Hurricane Fiona.
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Puerto Rico's governor has requested the U.S. government waive a federal law and allow more fuel shipments to the island over concerns of a dwindling supply of diesel in the wake of Hurricane Fiona.
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NPR News: At Freedom House, these Black men saved lives. Paramedics are book topic
At Freedom House, these Black men saved lives. Paramedics are book topic
These Black men saved lives a half-century ago. A new book highlights their successes and the challenges they had to face. Some now want to make sure that memory is not forgotten.
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These Black men saved lives a half-century ago. A new book highlights their successes and the challenges they had to face. Some now want to make sure that memory is not forgotten.
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NPR News: Brazilians are about to vote. And they're dealing with familiar viral election lies
Brazilians are about to vote. And they're dealing with familiar viral election lies
As Brazilians head to the polls to vote for president, they're being deluged by a wave of falsehoods that echo Donald Trump's claims of a stolen election.
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As Brazilians head to the polls to vote for president, they're being deluged by a wave of falsehoods that echo Donald Trump's claims of a stolen election.
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NPR News: A Mississippi man burned a cross in a hate crime, the U.S. Justice Department alleges
A Mississippi man burned a cross in a hate crime, the U.S. Justice Department alleges
The 23-year-old suspect burned the cross in front of his Black neighbors because of their race, according to the U.S. Justice Department.
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The 23-year-old suspect burned the cross in front of his Black neighbors because of their race, according to the U.S. Justice Department.
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NPR News: Japan holds a divisive state funeral for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Japan holds a divisive state funeral for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Japan's former leader Shinzo Abe was honored at a rare and divisive state funeral Tuesday that deeply split public opinion and that drew angry protests.
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Japan's former leader Shinzo Abe was honored at a rare and divisive state funeral Tuesday that deeply split public opinion and that drew angry protests.
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NPR News: Japan holds a divisive state funeral for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Japan holds a divisive state funeral for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Japan's former leader Shinzo Abe was honored at a rare and divisive state funeral Tuesday that deeply split public opinion and that drew angry protests.
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Japan's former leader Shinzo Abe was honored at a rare and divisive state funeral Tuesday that deeply split public opinion and that drew angry protests.
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Monday, 26 September 2022
NPR News: Canada's government says it will stop requiring masks on airplanes
Canada's government says it will stop requiring masks on airplanes
Government officials also confirmed Canada is dropping the vaccine requirement for people entering the country at the end of the month.
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Government officials also confirmed Canada is dropping the vaccine requirement for people entering the country at the end of the month.
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NPR News: Why it's perfectly normal to see baby puffins thrown off cliffs in Iceland each year
Why it's perfectly normal to see baby puffins thrown off cliffs in Iceland each year
Throwing thousands of baby puffins off a cliff is a yearly tradition for the people of Iceland's Westman Islands. It's part of what's known as "puffling season" and is a crucial life-saving endeavor.
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Throwing thousands of baby puffins off a cliff is a yearly tradition for the people of Iceland's Westman Islands. It's part of what's known as "puffling season" and is a crucial life-saving endeavor.
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NPR News: How social-emotional learning became a frontline in the battle against CRT
How social-emotional learning became a frontline in the battle against CRT
Nationwide, community members are protesting the teaching of social-emotional learning – largely because conservatives have linked it with another flashpoint in public education: critical race theory.
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Nationwide, community members are protesting the teaching of social-emotional learning – largely because conservatives have linked it with another flashpoint in public education: critical race theory.
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NPR News: How some businesses flounder with Hispanic Heritage Month marketing efforts
How some businesses flounder with Hispanic Heritage Month marketing efforts
From superheroes praising tacos to an improper tilde, many businesses fail to connect with members of the community during Hispanic Heritage Month.
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From superheroes praising tacos to an improper tilde, many businesses fail to connect with members of the community during Hispanic Heritage Month.
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NPR News: Why it's perfectly normal to see baby puffins thrown off cliffs in Iceland each year
Why it's perfectly normal to see baby puffins thrown off cliffs in Iceland each year
Throwing thousands of baby puffins off a cliff is a yearly tradition for the people of Iceland's Westman Islands. It's part of what's known as "puffling season" and is a crucial life-saving endeavor.
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Throwing thousands of baby puffins off a cliff is a yearly tradition for the people of Iceland's Westman Islands. It's part of what's known as "puffling season" and is a crucial life-saving endeavor.
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NPR News: Protests in Iran reach 10th night as Iranians summon UK ambassador over coverage
Protests in Iran reach 10th night as Iranians summon UK ambassador over coverage
Iran's Foreign Ministry said Sunday it summoned Britain's ambassador to protest what it described as a hostile atmosphere created by London-based Farsi language media outlets.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry said Sunday it summoned Britain's ambassador to protest what it described as a hostile atmosphere created by London-based Farsi language media outlets.
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NPR News: Typhoon Noru leaves 5 rescuers dead in the northern Philippines
Typhoon Noru leaves 5 rescuers dead in the northern Philippines
Typhoon Noru blew out of the northern Philippines on Monday, leaving five rescuers dead, causing floods and power outages and forcing officials to suspend classes and government work.
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Typhoon Noru blew out of the northern Philippines on Monday, leaving five rescuers dead, causing floods and power outages and forcing officials to suspend classes and government work.
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NPR News: Cuba evacuates as Tropical Storm Ian heads toward Florida with hurricane fears
Cuba evacuates as Tropical Storm Ian heads toward Florida with hurricane fears
Authorities in Cuba suspended classes in Pinar del Rio province and said they will begin evacuations as Tropical Storm Ian was forecast to strengthen into a hurricane.
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Authorities in Cuba suspended classes in Pinar del Rio province and said they will begin evacuations as Tropical Storm Ian was forecast to strengthen into a hurricane.
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NPR News: Typhoon Noru leaves 5 rescuers dead in the northern Philippines
Typhoon Noru leaves 5 rescuers dead in the northern Philippines
Typhoon Noru blew out of the northern Philippines on Monday, leaving five rescuers dead, causing floods and power outages and forcing officials to suspend classes and government work.
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Typhoon Noru blew out of the northern Philippines on Monday, leaving five rescuers dead, causing floods and power outages and forcing officials to suspend classes and government work.
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Sunday, 25 September 2022
NPR News: Get a peek inside this Saudi Arabian date festival
Get a peek inside this Saudi Arabian date festival
Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top producers and exporters of dates, and dozens of varieties are sold every year at the Buraydah Date Festival.
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Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top producers and exporters of dates, and dozens of varieties are sold every year at the Buraydah Date Festival.
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NPR News: Get a peek inside this Saudi Arabian date festival
Get a peek inside this Saudi Arabian date festival
Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top producers and exporters of dates, and dozens of varieties are sold every year at the Buraydah Date Festival.
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Saudi Arabia is one of the world's top producers and exporters of dates, and dozens of varieties are sold every year at the Buraydah Date Festival.
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NPR News: Italians vote in election that could take far-right to power
Italians vote in election that could take far-right to power
Italians were voting on Sunday in an election that could move the country's politics sharply toward the right during a critical time for Europe.
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Italians were voting on Sunday in an election that could move the country's politics sharply toward the right during a critical time for Europe.
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NPR News: Florida monitors a growing Tropical Storm Ian in Caribbean
Florida monitors a growing Tropical Storm Ian in Caribbean
Authorities and residents in Florida were keeping a cautious eye on Tropical Storm Ian in the Caribbean on Sunday, expected to continue gaining strength and become a major hurricane.
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Authorities and residents in Florida were keeping a cautious eye on Tropical Storm Ian in the Caribbean on Sunday, expected to continue gaining strength and become a major hurricane.
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NPR News: North Korea test-fires missile toward sea as U.S. visit South
North Korea test-fires missile toward sea as U.S. visit South
North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile Sunday toward its eastern seas, extending its weapons testing as a U.S. aircraft carrier visits South Korea for joint military exercises.
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North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile Sunday toward its eastern seas, extending its weapons testing as a U.S. aircraft carrier visits South Korea for joint military exercises.
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NPR News: Italians vote in election that could take far-right to power
Italians vote in election that could take far-right to power
Italians were voting on Sunday in an election that could move the country's politics sharply toward the right during a critical time for Europe.
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Italians were voting on Sunday in an election that could move the country's politics sharply toward the right during a critical time for Europe.
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Saturday, 24 September 2022
NPR News: From mass graves to Martha's Vineyard, the American dream is fraught for migrants
From mass graves to Martha's Vineyard, the American dream is fraught for migrants
The American dream remains a compelling tale among migrants south of the border. The objective has shifted, though. For many, simply trying to stay alive is what's driving them.
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The American dream remains a compelling tale among migrants south of the border. The objective has shifted, though. For many, simply trying to stay alive is what's driving them.
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NPR News: In Chile's desert lie vast reserves of lithium — key for electric car batteries
In Chile's desert lie vast reserves of lithium — key for electric car batteries
Chile is part of a South American region known as the "lithium triangle," where miners are trying to meet skyrocketing demand for the material.
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Chile is part of a South American region known as the "lithium triangle," where miners are trying to meet skyrocketing demand for the material.
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NPR News: In Chile's desert lie vast reserves of lithium — key for electric car batteries
In Chile's desert lie vast reserves of lithium — key for electric car batteries
Chile is part of a South American region known as the "lithium triangle," where miners are trying to meet skyrocketing demand for the material.
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Chile is part of a South American region known as the "lithium triangle," where miners are trying to meet skyrocketing demand for the material.
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NPR News: A second ancient canoe is found in Wisconsin — this time tracing back to 1000 B.C.
A second ancient canoe is found in Wisconsin — this time tracing back to 1000 B.C.
The dugout canoe discovered most recently in a lake is believed to be the earliest direct evidence of water transportation used by native tribes in the Great Lakes region.
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The dugout canoe discovered most recently in a lake is believed to be the earliest direct evidence of water transportation used by native tribes in the Great Lakes region.
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NPR News: Giorgia Meloni may become Italy's 1st far-right leader since World War II
Giorgia Meloni may become Italy's 1st far-right leader since World War II
Far-right candidate Giorgia Meloni is favored to be voted in as Italy's next prime minister Sunday. Her Brothers of Italy party has roots in the neo-fascist movement that emerged after World War II.
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Far-right candidate Giorgia Meloni is favored to be voted in as Italy's next prime minister Sunday. Her Brothers of Italy party has roots in the neo-fascist movement that emerged after World War II.
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NPR News: Giorgia Meloni may become Italy's 1st far-right leader since World War II
Giorgia Meloni may become Italy's 1st far-right leader since World War II
Far-right candidate Giorgia Meloni is favored to be voted in as Italy's next prime minister Sunday. Her Brothers of Italy party has roots in the neo-fascist movement that emerged after World War II.
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Far-right candidate Giorgia Meloni is favored to be voted in as Italy's next prime minister Sunday. Her Brothers of Italy party has roots in the neo-fascist movement that emerged after World War II.
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Friday, 23 September 2022
NPR News: An Arizona judge rules that the state can enforce a near-total abortion ban
An Arizona judge rules that the state can enforce a near-total abortion ban
The judge lifted a decades-old injunction that has long blocked enforcement of the law on the books since before Arizona became a state that bans nearly all abortions.
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The judge lifted a decades-old injunction that has long blocked enforcement of the law on the books since before Arizona became a state that bans nearly all abortions.
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NPR News: A former New Orleans police officer is accused of sexually assaulting a victim
A former New Orleans police officer is accused of sexually assaulting a victim
The U.S. Justice Department alleges that Rodney Vicknair committed a civil rights violation when he sexually assaulted a victim in 2020.
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The U.S. Justice Department alleges that Rodney Vicknair committed a civil rights violation when he sexually assaulted a victim in 2020.
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NPR News: 5 numbers that show Hurricane Fiona's devastating impact on Puerto Rico
5 numbers that show Hurricane Fiona's devastating impact on Puerto Rico
Experts say it will still take some time before the public knows the full impact of Hurricane Fiona on Puerto Rico. But early figures indicate a tough road ahead as residents attempt to recover.
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Experts say it will still take some time before the public knows the full impact of Hurricane Fiona on Puerto Rico. But early figures indicate a tough road ahead as residents attempt to recover.
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NPR News: 5 numbers that show Hurricane Fiona's devastating impact on Puerto Rico
5 numbers that show Hurricane Fiona's devastating impact on Puerto Rico
Experts say it will still take some time before the public knows the full impact of Hurricane Fiona on Puerto Rico. But early figures indicate a tough road ahead as residents attempt to recover.
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Experts say it will still take some time before the public knows the full impact of Hurricane Fiona on Puerto Rico. But early figures indicate a tough road ahead as residents attempt to recover.
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NPR News: Morning news brief
Morning news brief
Referenda began in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine today. The flu might be coming back strong this year. Leaders meet in Pittsburgh for climate talks.
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Referenda began in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine today. The flu might be coming back strong this year. Leaders meet in Pittsburgh for climate talks.
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NPR News: Voting begins on referendums in Russian-controlled regions of Ukraine
Voting begins on referendums in Russian-controlled regions of Ukraine
The Moscow-orchestrated referendums, which have been widely denounced by Ukraine and the West as shams without any legal force, are seen as a step toward annexing the territories by Russia.
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The Moscow-orchestrated referendums, which have been widely denounced by Ukraine and the West as shams without any legal force, are seen as a step toward annexing the territories by Russia.
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NPR News: Voting begins on referendums in Russian-controlled regions of Ukraine
Voting begins on referendums in Russian-controlled regions of Ukraine
The Moscow-orchestrated referendums, which have been widely denounced by Ukraine and the West as shams without any legal force, are seen as a step toward annexing the territories by Russia.
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The Moscow-orchestrated referendums, which have been widely denounced by Ukraine and the West as shams without any legal force, are seen as a step toward annexing the territories by Russia.
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NPR News: Alabama calls off execution for time and medical concerns
Alabama calls off execution for time and medical concerns
Alabama corrections officials said the state halted the scheduled execution of Alan Miller after they determined they could not get the lethal injection underway before a midnight deadline.
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Alabama corrections officials said the state halted the scheduled execution of Alan Miller after they determined they could not get the lethal injection underway before a midnight deadline.
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Thursday, 22 September 2022
NPR News: Please don't cook chicken in NyQuil, the FDA asks TikTok users
Please don't cook chicken in NyQuil, the FDA asks TikTok users
The challenge, which originated in part from a 2017 Twitter joke, is the subject of an FDA warning about unhealthy cooking challenges from TikTok.
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The challenge, which originated in part from a 2017 Twitter joke, is the subject of an FDA warning about unhealthy cooking challenges from TikTok.
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NPR News: What Putin's partial mobilization announcement means for Ukraine
What Putin's partial mobilization announcement means for Ukraine
NPR's A Martinez talks to retired Col. Mark Cancian about what Putin's partial mobilization of the Russian military and attempts to annex Ukrainian territory tell us about the next phase of the war.
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NPR's A Martinez talks to retired Col. Mark Cancian about what Putin's partial mobilization of the Russian military and attempts to annex Ukrainian territory tell us about the next phase of the war.
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Wednesday, 21 September 2022
NPR News: Russian separatists release 2 U.S. veterans as part of a prisoner exchange
Russian separatists release 2 U.S. veterans as part of a prisoner exchange
Two U.S. military veterans who disappeared three months ago while fighting Russia with Ukrainian forces were among 10 prisoners released by Russian-backed separatists as part of a prisoner exchange.
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Two U.S. military veterans who disappeared three months ago while fighting Russia with Ukrainian forces were among 10 prisoners released by Russian-backed separatists as part of a prisoner exchange.
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NPR News: Russian history professor breaks down Putin's latest speech
Russian history professor breaks down Putin's latest speech
Sergey Radchenko, professor of Russian history at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies takes a look at Putin's speech declaring a partial mobilization in Russia.
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Sergey Radchenko, professor of Russian history at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies takes a look at Putin's speech declaring a partial mobilization in Russia.
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NPR News: Morning news brief
Morning news brief
Vladimir Putin declares a "partial mobilization" of Russia's armed forces. Migrants sent to Martha's vineyard file a lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis. And, Puerto Rico begins recovery efforts from Fiona.
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Vladimir Putin declares a "partial mobilization" of Russia's armed forces. Migrants sent to Martha's vineyard file a lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis. And, Puerto Rico begins recovery efforts from Fiona.
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NPR News: Russian history professor breaks down Putin's latest speech
Russian history professor breaks down Putin's latest speech
Sergey Radchenko, professor of Russian history at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies takes a look at Putin's speech declaring a partial mobilization in Russia.
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Sergey Radchenko, professor of Russian history at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies takes a look at Putin's speech declaring a partial mobilization in Russia.
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NPR News: Putin announces a partial military mobilization for Russian citizens
Putin announces a partial military mobilization for Russian citizens
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday a partial mobilization in Russia as the war in Ukraine reaches nearly seven months and Moscow loses ground on the battlefield.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday a partial mobilization in Russia as the war in Ukraine reaches nearly seven months and Moscow loses ground on the battlefield.
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NPR News: Putin announces a partial military mobilization for Russian citizens
Putin announces a partial military mobilization for Russian citizens
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday a partial mobilization in Russia as the war in Ukraine reaches nearly seven months and Moscow loses ground on the battlefield.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Wednesday a partial mobilization in Russia as the war in Ukraine reaches nearly seven months and Moscow loses ground on the battlefield.
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Tuesday, 20 September 2022
NPR News: Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard have filed a lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis
Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard have filed a lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis
Attorneys for Civil Rights filed a federal civil rights class action lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on behalf of migrants who were unexpectedly flown to Martha's Vineyard.
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Attorneys for Civil Rights filed a federal civil rights class action lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on behalf of migrants who were unexpectedly flown to Martha's Vineyard.
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NPR News: How to help people in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Fiona
How to help people in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Fiona
Several organizations are asking for assistance in helping those impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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Several organizations are asking for assistance in helping those impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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NPR News: For the first time in 230 years, Congress has full U.S. Indigenous representation
For the first time in 230 years, Congress has full U.S. Indigenous representation
As of Sept. 13, there are six Indigenous Americans represented in the House of Representatives, which now has Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Native Alaskan members.
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As of Sept. 13, there are six Indigenous Americans represented in the House of Representatives, which now has Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Native Alaskan members.
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NPR News: What to expect at this week's U.N. General Assembly
What to expect at this week's U.N. General Assembly
As leaders gather for the first all-in-person General Assembly since the pandemic, the war in Ukraine is a major focus. Secretary-General António Guterres has warned this is a time of "great peril."
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As leaders gather for the first all-in-person General Assembly since the pandemic, the war in Ukraine is a major focus. Secretary-General António Guterres has warned this is a time of "great peril."
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NPR News: How to help people in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Fiona
How to help people in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Fiona
Several organizations are asking for assistance in helping those impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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Several organizations are asking for assistance in helping those impacted by Hurricane Fiona.
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Monday, 19 September 2022
NPR News: Iranians protested in Tehran over a woman's death in police custody
Iranians protested in Tehran over a woman's death in police custody
The morality police detained 22-year-old Mahsa Amini for not covering her hair with the Islamic headscarf, which is mandatory for Iranian women. Police were holding her when she died.
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The morality police detained 22-year-old Mahsa Amini for not covering her hair with the Islamic headscarf, which is mandatory for Iranian women. Police were holding her when she died.
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NPR News: Iranians protested in Tehran over a woman's death in police custody
Iranians protested in Tehran over a woman's death in police custody
The morality police detained 22-year-old Mahsa Amini for not covering her hair with the Islamic headscarf, which is mandatory for Iranian women. Police were holding her when she died.
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The morality police detained 22-year-old Mahsa Amini for not covering her hair with the Islamic headscarf, which is mandatory for Iranian women. Police were holding her when she died.
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NPR News: A Texas sheriff will investigate DeSantis' flight of migrants to Martha's Vineyard
A Texas sheriff will investigate DeSantis' flight of migrants to Martha's Vineyard
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has opened an investigation into Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' flight that took 50 migrants to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts.
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The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has opened an investigation into Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' flight that took 50 migrants to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts.
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NPR News: Spanish 'Dracula' finds new blood, more than 90 years after its release
Spanish 'Dracula' finds new blood, more than 90 years after its release
In 1931, an entire new cast and crew reshot Dracula into Spanish on the Universal Studios lot.
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In 1931, an entire new cast and crew reshot Dracula into Spanish on the Universal Studios lot.
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Sunday, 18 September 2022
NPR News: Away from the mourning crowds, some Londoners say they hope the monarchy will change
Away from the mourning crowds, some Londoners say they hope the monarchy will change
In Peckham, about a 30-minute drive from the center of London, many people were going about their weekend as usual. While they're sad about the queen's death, they see it as an opportunity for reform.
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In Peckham, about a 30-minute drive from the center of London, many people were going about their weekend as usual. While they're sad about the queen's death, they see it as an opportunity for reform.
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NPR News: Away from the mourning crowds, some Londoners say they hope the monarchy will change
Away from the mourning crowds, some Londoners say they hope the monarchy will change
In Peckham, about a 30-minute drive from the center of London, many people were going about their weekend as usual. While they're sad about the queen's death, they see it as an opportunity for reform.
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In Peckham, about a 30-minute drive from the center of London, many people were going about their weekend as usual. While they're sad about the queen's death, they see it as an opportunity for reform.
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NPR News: Fans are camping out ahead of the queen's funeral, braving the crowds and the chaos
Fans are camping out ahead of the queen's funeral, braving the crowds and the chaos
Dozens of groups had set up tents, sleeping bags, folding chairs and pizza box towers along the blocked-off street where Queen Elizabeth II's casket will travel for the funeral procession.
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Dozens of groups had set up tents, sleeping bags, folding chairs and pizza box towers along the blocked-off street where Queen Elizabeth II's casket will travel for the funeral procession.
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NPR News: A recaptured Ukrainian town offers a window into life under Russian occupation
A recaptured Ukrainian town offers a window into life under Russian occupation
Ukrainians are finding danger and destruction in their towns recently retaken from Russia's troops.
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Ukrainians are finding danger and destruction in their towns recently retaken from Russia's troops.
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NPR News: Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search for evidence of war crimes
Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search for evidence of war crimes
On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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NPR News: The allure of Hollywood comes to life through the residents of the St. Francis Hotel
The allure of Hollywood comes to life through the residents of the St. Francis Hotel
In 1975, photographer Penny Wolin checked into the St. Francis Hotel in Hollywood — a place of dreamers and misfits who called the residential hotel home. There, the myth of Hollywood became real.
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In 1975, photographer Penny Wolin checked into the St. Francis Hotel in Hollywood — a place of dreamers and misfits who called the residential hotel home. There, the myth of Hollywood became real.
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NPR News: Pelosi and other US lawmakers visit Armenia as cease-fire holds
Pelosi and other US lawmakers visit Armenia as cease-fire holds
A U.S. congressional delegation headed by Speaker of the House have visited Armenia, where a cease-fire has held for three days after an outburst of fighting with neighboring Azerbaijan.
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A U.S. congressional delegation headed by Speaker of the House have visited Armenia, where a cease-fire has held for three days after an outburst of fighting with neighboring Azerbaijan.
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NPR News: Powerful typhoon pounds southern Japan, with thousands evacuated
Powerful typhoon pounds southern Japan, with thousands evacuated
A powerful typhoon approaching southern Japan pounded the region with strong winds and heavy rain Sunday, causing blackouts, paralyzed transportation and the evacuation of thousands of people.
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A powerful typhoon approaching southern Japan pounded the region with strong winds and heavy rain Sunday, causing blackouts, paralyzed transportation and the evacuation of thousands of people.
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NPR News: Pelosi and other US lawmakers visit Armenia as cease-fire holds
Pelosi and other US lawmakers visit Armenia as cease-fire holds
A U.S. congressional delegation headed by Speaker of the House have visited Armenia, where a cease-fire has held for three days after an outburst of fighting with neighboring Azerbaijan.
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A U.S. congressional delegation headed by Speaker of the House have visited Armenia, where a cease-fire has held for three days after an outburst of fighting with neighboring Azerbaijan.
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NPR News: Powerful typhoon pounds southern Japan, with thousands evacuated
Powerful typhoon pounds southern Japan, with thousands evacuated
A powerful typhoon approaching southern Japan pounded the region with strong winds and heavy rain Sunday, causing blackouts, paralyzed transportation and the evacuation of thousands of people.
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A powerful typhoon approaching southern Japan pounded the region with strong winds and heavy rain Sunday, causing blackouts, paralyzed transportation and the evacuation of thousands of people.
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Saturday, 17 September 2022
NPR News: In the line to see Queen Elizabeth II, mourners make history and friends
In the line to see Queen Elizabeth II, mourners make history and friends
Thousands of people have been lining up in London to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state. They say the 10+ hour wait is worth it to thank the queen for her service — and can even be pretty fun.
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Thousands of people have been lining up in London to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state. They say the 10+ hour wait is worth it to thank the queen for her service — and can even be pretty fun.
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NPR News: Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search for evidence of war crimes
Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search for evidence of war crimes
On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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NPR News: Migrants sent to Martha's Vineyard are being rehoused in Cape Cod
Migrants sent to Martha's Vineyard are being rehoused in Cape Cod
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis flew 50 migrants to Martha's Vineyard Wednesday to protest immigration policy. Local authorities have now moved them to a military base nearby.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis flew 50 migrants to Martha's Vineyard Wednesday to protest immigration policy. Local authorities have now moved them to a military base nearby.
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NPR News: Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search evidence of mass graves
Outside a liberated Ukrainian town, inspectors search evidence of mass graves
On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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On the outskirts of the recently liberated town of Izium, investigators have found what Ukrainian officials are calling a mass grave. It is now being inspected for possible evidence of war crimes.
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NPR News: These 2 charts show America's Christian majority is on track to end
These 2 charts show America's Christian majority is on track to end
A new study shows that America's Christian majority has been shrinking for years, and if recent trends continue, Christians could make up less than half the U.S. population within a few decades.
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A new study shows that America's Christian majority has been shrinking for years, and if recent trends continue, Christians could make up less than half the U.S. population within a few decades.
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NPR News: As farmers split from the GOP on climate change, they're getting billions to fight it
As farmers split from the GOP on climate change, they're getting billions to fight it
Democrats plan to spend $20 billion to help rural communities address the climate crisis. There's little sign the infusion of money will reshape politics in areas that traditionally vote Republican.
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Democrats plan to spend $20 billion to help rural communities address the climate crisis. There's little sign the infusion of money will reshape politics in areas that traditionally vote Republican.
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Friday, 16 September 2022
NPR News: Court rules in favor of Texas law allowing lawsuits against social media companies
Court rules in favor of Texas law allowing lawsuits against social media companies
A federal appeals court Friday ruled in favor of a Texas law targeting major social media companies, in a victory for Republicans who accuse the platforms of censoring conservative speech.
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A federal appeals court Friday ruled in favor of a Texas law targeting major social media companies, in a victory for Republicans who accuse the platforms of censoring conservative speech.
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Thursday, 15 September 2022
NPR News: Mexico arrests a retired general in the case of dozens of missing students
Mexico arrests a retired general in the case of dozens of missing students
Mexican authorities have arrested a retired general and three other members of the army for alleged connection to the disappearance of 43 students in southern Mexico in 2014.
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Mexican authorities have arrested a retired general and three other members of the army for alleged connection to the disappearance of 43 students in southern Mexico in 2014.
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NPR News: Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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NPR News: Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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NPR News: Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan
Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage.
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NPR News: Biden says a tentative railway labor deal has been reached, averting a strike
Biden says a tentative railway labor deal has been reached, averting a strike
President Joe Biden said Thursday a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached, averting a potentially devastating strike before the pivotal midterm elections.
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President Joe Biden said Thursday a tentative railway labor agreement has been reached, averting a potentially devastating strike before the pivotal midterm elections.
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NPR News: Fastest 'was' in the West: Inside Wikipedia's race to cover the queen's death
Fastest 'was' in the West: Inside Wikipedia's race to cover the queen's death
Within seconds of the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death, an army of Wikipedia editors rushed to update her page on the site. It was chaos.
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Within seconds of the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death, an army of Wikipedia editors rushed to update her page on the site. It was chaos.
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NPR News: Ready, set, stream — a new NFL era begins Thursday
Ready, set, stream — a new NFL era begins Thursday
Amazon's Prime Video is now the exclusive provider of Thursday NFL broadcasts. The streaming giant acquired an all-digital rights package and is paying a reported $1.2 billion per year.
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Amazon's Prime Video is now the exclusive provider of Thursday NFL broadcasts. The streaming giant acquired an all-digital rights package and is paying a reported $1.2 billion per year.
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NPR News: Fastest 'was' in the West: Inside Wikipedia's race to cover the queen's death
Fastest 'was' in the West: Inside Wikipedia's race to cover the queen's death
Within seconds of the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death, an army of Wikipedia editors rushed to update her page on the site. It was chaos.
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Within seconds of the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death, an army of Wikipedia editors rushed to update her page on the site. It was chaos.
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Wednesday, 14 September 2022
NPR News: An Iowa teenager who killed her accused rapist is sentenced and ordered to pay $150K
An Iowa teenager who killed her accused rapist is sentenced and ordered to pay $150K
Teenage human trafficking victim Pieper Lewis was sentenced to five years of supervised probation and ordered to pay $150,000 to the man's family. She had pled guilty earlier to charges in his death.
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Teenage human trafficking victim Pieper Lewis was sentenced to five years of supervised probation and ordered to pay $150,000 to the man's family. She had pled guilty earlier to charges in his death.
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NPR News: A person is injured after a package explodes at Northeastern University in Boston
A person is injured after a package explodes at Northeastern University in Boston
The parcel that blew up late Tuesday was one of two reported to police. The bomb squad neutralized the second near the city's Museum of Fine Arts. The victim at Northeastern suffered minor injuries.
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The parcel that blew up late Tuesday was one of two reported to police. The bomb squad neutralized the second near the city's Museum of Fine Arts. The victim at Northeastern suffered minor injuries.
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NPR News: Child poverty is at a historic low, according to the Census Bureau
Child poverty is at a historic low, according to the Census Bureau
Experts say the federal child tax credit was a big reason for the drop. The expanded child tax credit ended in December, just as inflation was starting to climb to historic highs.
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Experts say the federal child tax credit was a big reason for the drop. The expanded child tax credit ended in December, just as inflation was starting to climb to historic highs.
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NPR News: Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' is already making waves among young Black girls
Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' is already making waves among young Black girls
Social media has been filled with videos of Black children watching the teaser of the trailer for the new Little Mermaid movie, which stars Bailey.
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Social media has been filled with videos of Black children watching the teaser of the trailer for the new Little Mermaid movie, which stars Bailey.
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NPR News: How the U.K. plans to keep world leaders safe as they arrive for the queen's funeral
How the U.K. plans to keep world leaders safe as they arrive for the queen's funeral
With world leaders and dignitaries flying in from all over the world, this is how authorities in London are planning to keep everyone safe.
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With world leaders and dignitaries flying in from all over the world, this is how authorities in London are planning to keep everyone safe.
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NPR News: This map can tell you when fall foliage is peaking in 2022
This map can tell you when fall foliage is peaking in 2022
Aspen, maple and other trees are about to turn vivid shades of gold, orange and crimson — but when? It depends on a range of factors, from drought to local temperatures.
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Aspen, maple and other trees are about to turn vivid shades of gold, orange and crimson — but when? It depends on a range of factors, from drought to local temperatures.
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NPR News: How the U.K. plans to keep world leaders safe as they arrive for the queen's funeral
How the U.K. plans to keep world leaders safe as they arrive for the queen's funeral
With world leaders and dignitaries flying in from all over the world, this is how authorities in London are planning to keep everyone safe.
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With world leaders and dignitaries flying in from all over the world, this is how authorities in London are planning to keep everyone safe.
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Tuesday, 13 September 2022
NPR News: Ken Starr, the independent counsel who investigated Clinton, has died at 76
Ken Starr, the independent counsel who investigated Clinton, has died at 76
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with journalist Michael Isikoff about the death of Ken Starr, who became a household name for investigating then-President Bill Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky.
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NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with journalist Michael Isikoff about the death of Ken Starr, who became a household name for investigating then-President Bill Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky.
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NPR News: A Uyghur seeks just a place to sleep in 'The Backstreets'
A Uyghur seeks just a place to sleep in 'The Backstreets'
Perhat Tursun's novel explores human rights abuses against China's Uyghur minority through one man's search for a home. The author himself has been imprisoned and a co-translator has disappeared.
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Perhat Tursun's novel explores human rights abuses against China's Uyghur minority through one man's search for a home. The author himself has been imprisoned and a co-translator has disappeared.
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NPR News: Democracy, are you OK? What recent history tells us about the state of politics
Democracy, are you OK? What recent history tells us about the state of politics
The U.K. has had four prime ministers in six years. Israel is about to have its fifth election in four years. Many in the U.S. still deny the 2020 election result. What is going on?
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The U.K. has had four prime ministers in six years. Israel is about to have its fifth election in four years. Many in the U.S. still deny the 2020 election result. What is going on?
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NPR News: Democracy, are you OK? What recent history tells us about the state of politics
Democracy, are you OK? What recent history tells us about the state of politics
The U.K. has had four prime ministers in six years. Israel is about to have its fifth election in four years. Many in the U.S. still deny the 2020 election result. What is going on?
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The U.K. has had four prime ministers in six years. Israel is about to have its fifth election in four years. Many in the U.S. still deny the 2020 election result. What is going on?
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NPR News: A Uyghur seeks just a place to sleep in 'The Backstreets'
A Uyghur seeks just a place to sleep in 'The Backstreets'
Perhat Tursun's novel explores human rights abuses against China's Uyghur minority through one man's search for a home. The author himself has been imprisoned and a co-translator has disappeared.
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Perhat Tursun's novel explores human rights abuses against China's Uyghur minority through one man's search for a home. The author himself has been imprisoned and a co-translator has disappeared.
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NPR News: Alabama could use nitrogen hypoxia for executions in death sentences. What is it?
Alabama could use nitrogen hypoxia for executions in death sentences. What is it?
Alan Eugene Miller is scheduled for execution in Alabama on Sep. 22. He has asked for nitrogen hypoxia instead of lethal injection due to a fear of needles, but claims officers lost his request.
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Alan Eugene Miller is scheduled for execution in Alabama on Sep. 22. He has asked for nitrogen hypoxia instead of lethal injection due to a fear of needles, but claims officers lost his request.
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Monday, 12 September 2022
NPR News: Almost half of U.S. governors ask Joe Biden to cut student loan forgiveness plan
Almost half of U.S. governors ask Joe Biden to cut student loan forgiveness plan
Nearly half of the country's governors, all Republican, have signed off on a letter to President Joe Biden asking him to withdraw his student loan forgiveness plan.
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Nearly half of the country's governors, all Republican, have signed off on a letter to President Joe Biden asking him to withdraw his student loan forgiveness plan.
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NPR News: Wildlife conservation tends to save charismatic species. That may be about to change
Wildlife conservation tends to save charismatic species. That may be about to change
Bald eagles have soared back from the brink. Grizzly bear numbers are rebounding. But thousands of less charismatic species are competing for scarce conservation resources in the United States.
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Bald eagles have soared back from the brink. Grizzly bear numbers are rebounding. But thousands of less charismatic species are competing for scarce conservation resources in the United States.
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NPR News: The 'triple-dip La Niña' explained – and how it affects the weather in your area
The 'triple-dip La Niña' explained – and how it affects the weather in your area
It's the first time this century that La Niña has returned for three consecutive years, according to the UN's weather agency. The pattern influences weather events worldwide.
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It's the first time this century that La Niña has returned for three consecutive years, according to the UN's weather agency. The pattern influences weather events worldwide.
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NPR News: From Truman to Biden, the queen's meetings with presidents were formal, fun or awkward
From Truman to Biden, the queen's meetings with presidents were formal, fun or awkward
Over seven decades, the late queen met with 13 of the last 14 American presidents. Such moments highlight the close friendship between the U.S. and Britain, but there was also occasional awkwardness.
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Over seven decades, the late queen met with 13 of the last 14 American presidents. Such moments highlight the close friendship between the U.S. and Britain, but there was also occasional awkwardness.
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Sunday, 11 September 2022
NPR News: Russia hits back after Ukraine breaks through the east's front lines, causing outages
Russia hits back after Ukraine breaks through the east's front lines, causing outages
The bombardment ignited a massive fire at a power station on Kharkiv's western outskirts and killed at least one person. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced the strikes as acts of terrorism.
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The bombardment ignited a massive fire at a power station on Kharkiv's western outskirts and killed at least one person. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced the strikes as acts of terrorism.
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NPR News: How Charles' past will influence his new role as monarch
How Charles' past will influence his new role as monarch
Action Man, Plant Talker, Adulterer, Devoted Dad: Prince Charles cycled through many identities. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with biographer Sally Bedell Smith about his transition to King.
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Action Man, Plant Talker, Adulterer, Devoted Dad: Prince Charles cycled through many identities. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with biographer Sally Bedell Smith about his transition to King.
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NPR News: Ukraine makes surprise advances in the east; Russian-held nuclear reactor powers down
Ukraine makes surprise advances in the east; Russian-held nuclear reactor powers down
Ukraine has retaken a number of villages in the country's east. These gains come as the operator of the Russian-held nuclear power plant said it will power down the last working reactor there.
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Ukraine has retaken a number of villages in the country's east. These gains come as the operator of the Russian-held nuclear power plant said it will power down the last working reactor there.
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NPR News: Queen Elizabeth II's coffin leaves her Balmoral estate
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin leaves her Balmoral estate
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin left her beloved Scottish estate Balmoral Castle on Sunday as the monarch who died after 70 years on the throne begins her last journey back to London for a state funeral.
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin left her beloved Scottish estate Balmoral Castle on Sunday as the monarch who died after 70 years on the throne begins her last journey back to London for a state funeral.
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NPR News: Queen Elizabeth II's coffin leaves her Balmoral estate
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin leaves her Balmoral estate
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin left her beloved Scottish estate Balmoral Castle on Sunday as the monarch who died after 70 years on the throne begins her last journey back to London for a state funeral.
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin left her beloved Scottish estate Balmoral Castle on Sunday as the monarch who died after 70 years on the throne begins her last journey back to London for a state funeral.
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NPR News: US marks 21st anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
US marks 21st anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks
Americans are remembering 9/11 with moments of silence, readings of victims' names, volunteer work and other tributes 21 years after the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil.
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Americans are remembering 9/11 with moments of silence, readings of victims' names, volunteer work and other tributes 21 years after the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil.
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Saturday, 10 September 2022
NPR News: A slain Las Vegas reporter is remembered as a fair but dogged journalist
A slain Las Vegas reporter is remembered as a fair but dogged journalist
Jeff German covered Las Vegas for decades, as a columnist and investigative reporter. A city official faces murder charges in German's stabbing death.
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Jeff German covered Las Vegas for decades, as a columnist and investigative reporter. A city official faces murder charges in German's stabbing death.
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NPR News: Charles officially announced as king at royal ceremony
Charles officially announced as king at royal ceremony
King Charles III was officially announced as Britain's monarch Saturday, in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
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King Charles III was officially announced as Britain's monarch Saturday, in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
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NPR News: Charles officially announced as king at royal ceremony
Charles officially announced as king at royal ceremony
King Charles III was officially announced as Britain's monarch Saturday, in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
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King Charles III was officially announced as Britain's monarch Saturday, in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
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NPR News: North Korea declares itself a nuclear weapons state
North Korea declares itself a nuclear weapons state
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will never abandon the nuclear weapons it needs to counter the United States, which he accused of pushing to weaken the North's defenses.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will never abandon the nuclear weapons it needs to counter the United States, which he accused of pushing to weaken the North's defenses.
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NPR News: Ferocious winds hit Southern California as heat wave breaks
Ferocious winds hit Southern California as heat wave breaks
Parts of Southern California were lashed by severe winds from a tropical storm Friday that brought high humidity, rain and possible flooding after a heat wave.
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Parts of Southern California were lashed by severe winds from a tropical storm Friday that brought high humidity, rain and possible flooding after a heat wave.
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NPR News: North Korea declares itself a nuclear weapons state
North Korea declares itself a nuclear weapons state
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will never abandon the nuclear weapons it needs to counter the United States, which he accused of pushing to weaken the North's defenses.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will never abandon the nuclear weapons it needs to counter the United States, which he accused of pushing to weaken the North's defenses.
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Friday, 9 September 2022
NPR News: 3 takeaways from King Charles' 1st public speech
3 takeaways from King Charles' 1st public speech
King Charles III gave his first public speech after taking the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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King Charles III gave his first public speech after taking the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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NPR News: 3 takeaways from King Charles' 1st public speech
3 takeaways from King Charles' 1st public speech
King Charles III gave his first public speech after taking the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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King Charles III gave his first public speech after taking the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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NPR News: Borrowers in 7 states may be taxed on their student loan cancelation
Borrowers in 7 states may be taxed on their student loan cancelation
Seven states have tax policies on the books that could require them to treat student loans canceled by the federal government as taxable income.
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Seven states have tax policies on the books that could require them to treat student loans canceled by the federal government as taxable income.
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NPR News: Will Britain's currency change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II?
Will Britain's currency change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II?
Queen Elizabeth II was Britain's first monarch to be placed on the country's paper notes. There is no word yet on what new bank notes will look like, but there's a longstanding tradition for coins.
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Queen Elizabeth II was Britain's first monarch to be placed on the country's paper notes. There is no word yet on what new bank notes will look like, but there's a longstanding tradition for coins.
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NPR News: U.N. chief appeals to world to help badly flood-hit Pakistan
U.N. chief appeals to world to help badly flood-hit Pakistan
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to the world to help Pakistan after arriving in the country Friday to see climate-induced devastation from months of deadly record floods.
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U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to the world to help Pakistan after arriving in the country Friday to see climate-induced devastation from months of deadly record floods.
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NPR News: U.N. chief appeals to world to help badly flood-hit Pakistan
U.N. chief appeals to world to help badly flood-hit Pakistan
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to the world to help Pakistan after arriving in the country Friday to see climate-induced devastation from months of deadly record floods.
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U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to the world to help Pakistan after arriving in the country Friday to see climate-induced devastation from months of deadly record floods.
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Thursday, 8 September 2022
NPR News: South Carolina senators reject a near-total abortion ban
South Carolina senators reject a near-total abortion ban
The 30 Republicans in the 46-member chamber had a majority to pass the ban, but did not have the extra votes to end a threatened filibuster by Republican Sen. Tom Davis.
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The 30 Republicans in the 46-member chamber had a majority to pass the ban, but did not have the extra votes to end a threatened filibuster by Republican Sen. Tom Davis.
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NPR News: A 200-year-old Saguaro cactus has fallen due to a powerful monsoon
A 200-year-old Saguaro cactus has fallen due to a powerful monsoon
Catalina State Park officials in Arizona believe powerful monsoon rains brought it down last month. Its trunk has splintered and its large arms are now sprawled on the ground.
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Catalina State Park officials in Arizona believe powerful monsoon rains brought it down last month. Its trunk has splintered and its large arms are now sprawled on the ground.
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NPR News: News brief: Russian filtration camps, Canadian stabbing case, Michigan abortion law
News brief: Russian filtration camps, Canadian stabbing case, Michigan abortion law
The U.N. general assembly prepares to address the war in Ukraine. The second suspect in the Canadian mass stabbings dies in police custody. A judge strikes down Michigan's strict anti-abortion law.
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The U.N. general assembly prepares to address the war in Ukraine. The second suspect in the Canadian mass stabbings dies in police custody. A judge strikes down Michigan's strict anti-abortion law.
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NPR News: Here's why conspiracy theories about Jeffrey Epstein keep flourishing
Here's why conspiracy theories about Jeffrey Epstein keep flourishing
Wealthy and powerful sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been dead for three years, but members of the far-right keep invoking him in conspiracy theories to smear their opponents.
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Wealthy and powerful sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been dead for three years, but members of the far-right keep invoking him in conspiracy theories to smear their opponents.
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NPR News: Police say a Memphis shooting suspect killed 4 during rampage
Police say a Memphis shooting suspect killed 4 during rampage
Police in Memphis, Tennessee, said a man who drove around the city shooting at people, killing four, during an hours-long rampage Wednesday has been arrested.
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Police in Memphis, Tennessee, said a man who drove around the city shooting at people, killing four, during an hours-long rampage Wednesday has been arrested.
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Wednesday, 7 September 2022
NPR News: Canadian police apprehend suspect in deadly mass stabbing
Canadian police apprehend suspect in deadly mass stabbing
Police in Canada say they have apprehended the fugitive suspected of killing 10 people on Sunday. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Canadian Press reporter Bill Graveland about the manhunt.
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Police in Canada say they have apprehended the fugitive suspected of killing 10 people on Sunday. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Canadian Press reporter Bill Graveland about the manhunt.
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NPR News: The 2nd suspect in the Saskatchewan stabbing attacks has been arrested, police say
The 2nd suspect in the Saskatchewan stabbing attacks has been arrested, police say
Authorities said on Tuesday that Myles Sanderson, the second suspect in the stabbing deaths of 10 people in the province of Saskatchewan, had been located and is in police custody.
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Authorities said on Tuesday that Myles Sanderson, the second suspect in the stabbing deaths of 10 people in the province of Saskatchewan, had been located and is in police custody.
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NPR News: Despite its innocently furry appearance, the puss caterpillar's sting is brutal
Despite its innocently furry appearance, the puss caterpillar's sting is brutal
The puss caterpillar has venomous barbs along its hairy body, and they cause extreme pain for many people who come into contact with one of the fuzzy little bugs.
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The puss caterpillar has venomous barbs along its hairy body, and they cause extreme pain for many people who come into contact with one of the fuzzy little bugs.
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NPR News: 'Surveillance State' explores China's tech and social media control systems
'Surveillance State' explores China's tech and social media control systems
Veteran Wall Street Journal reporters Josh Chin and Liza Lin spent years covering China. In a new book, they untangle how China built its formidable digital surveillance apparatus.
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Veteran Wall Street Journal reporters Josh Chin and Liza Lin spent years covering China. In a new book, they untangle how China built its formidable digital surveillance apparatus.
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NPR News: 'Surveillance State' explores China's tech and social media control systems
'Surveillance State' explores China's tech and social media control systems
Veteran Wall Street Journal reporters Josh Chin and Liza Lin spent years covering China. In a new book, they untangle how China built its formidable digital surveillance apparatus.
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Veteran Wall Street Journal reporters Josh Chin and Liza Lin spent years covering China. In a new book, they untangle how China built its formidable digital surveillance apparatus.
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NPR News: A California school district is asking families to rent rooms to teachers
A California school district is asking families to rent rooms to teachers
The Milpitas Unified School District put out the call to families in response to staff losses and high housing costs that have made it difficult for educators to live nearby.
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The Milpitas Unified School District put out the call to families in response to staff losses and high housing costs that have made it difficult for educators to live nearby.
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Tuesday, 6 September 2022
NPR News: A cyberattack hits the Los Angeles School District, raising alarm across the country
A cyberattack hits the Los Angeles School District, raising alarm across the country
The ransomware attack on the country's second-largest school district sounded alarms across the country, from urgent talks with the White House and the National Security Council.
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The ransomware attack on the country's second-largest school district sounded alarms across the country, from urgent talks with the White House and the National Security Council.
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NPR News: U.S. authorities seek a defense contractor named Fat Leonard who fled house arrest
U.S. authorities seek a defense contractor named Fat Leonard who fled house arrest
A Malaysian defense contractor at the center of one of the biggest bribery investigations in U.S. military history made an escape as stunning and brazen as the case itself.
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A Malaysian defense contractor at the center of one of the biggest bribery investigations in U.S. military history made an escape as stunning and brazen as the case itself.
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NPR News: California and the West broil in record-setting heat wave
California and the West broil in record-setting heat wave
A record-setting heat wave made life miserable in much of the West on Tuesday, with California stretching into its second week of excessive heat that has taxed the state's power supply.
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A record-setting heat wave made life miserable in much of the West on Tuesday, with California stretching into its second week of excessive heat that has taxed the state's power supply.
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NPR News: A Texas town gets its portrait on a silo
A Texas town gets its portrait on a silo
Australian artist Guido Van Helten is known for his large-scale murals, often painted on abandoned industrial sites. Now he's telling the stories of McKinney, Texas, on the sides of its grain silos.
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Australian artist Guido Van Helten is known for his large-scale murals, often painted on abandoned industrial sites. Now he's telling the stories of McKinney, Texas, on the sides of its grain silos.
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NPR News: Authorities are working to confirm ID of body after disappearance of Tennessee woman
Authorities are working to confirm ID of body after disappearance of Tennessee woman
Police say a body had been found in a Memphis neighborhood but that the identity of that person and the cause of death was unconfirmed.
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Police say a body had been found in a Memphis neighborhood but that the identity of that person and the cause of death was unconfirmed.
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NPR News: A Texas town gets its portrait on a silo
A Texas town gets its portrait on a silo
Australian artist Guido Van Helten is known for his large-scale murals, often painted on abandoned industrial sites. Now he's telling the stories of McKinney, Texas, on the sides of its grain silos.
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Australian artist Guido Van Helten is known for his large-scale murals, often painted on abandoned industrial sites. Now he's telling the stories of McKinney, Texas, on the sides of its grain silos.
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Monday, 5 September 2022
NPR News: At 10th anniversary of Benghazi attack, former diplomat offers context in new book
At 10th anniversary of Benghazi attack, former diplomat offers context in new book
Ethan Chorin, who served in Libya, presents details that most Americans don't know about the embassy attack — and explores the role domestic politics played in the aftermath.
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Ethan Chorin, who served in Libya, presents details that most Americans don't know about the embassy attack — and explores the role domestic politics played in the aftermath.
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NPR News: Las Vegas police release images of possible suspect in reporter's death
Las Vegas police release images of possible suspect in reporter's death
Police have released surveillance images of a possible suspect in the fatal stabbing of a Las Vegas newspaper's investigative reporter.
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Police have released surveillance images of a possible suspect in the fatal stabbing of a Las Vegas newspaper's investigative reporter.
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NPR News: California could see blackouts as heat wave taxes the power grid
California could see blackouts as heat wave taxes the power grid
If Californians don't mind their energy use over the next several days, officials warn, they could force power outages during a punishing heat wave that's hitting Western states.
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If Californians don't mind their energy use over the next several days, officials warn, they could force power outages during a punishing heat wave that's hitting Western states.
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NPR News: Meet the Chechen battalion joining Ukraine to fight Russia — and fellow Chechens
Meet the Chechen battalion joining Ukraine to fight Russia — and fellow Chechens
While many Chechen fighters have deployed in Ukraine for Russia, this group is there to defend the country from the Russians.
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While many Chechen fighters have deployed in Ukraine for Russia, this group is there to defend the country from the Russians.
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NPR News: The U.N. says famine will reach parts of Somalia later this year
The U.N. says famine will reach parts of Somalia later this year
The United Nations says "famine is at the door" in Somalia with "concrete indications" famine will occur later this year in the southern Bay region.
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The United Nations says "famine is at the door" in Somalia with "concrete indications" famine will occur later this year in the southern Bay region.
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NPR News: Mary Peltola, the first Alaska Native heading to Congress, journeys home to the river
Mary Peltola, the first Alaska Native heading to Congress, journeys home to the river
The daughter of a Yu'pik mom and a dad from Nebraska, Peltola defeated Sarah Palin in a special election. She'll be the first Democrat to represent Alaska in the U.S. House in 50 years.
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The daughter of a Yu'pik mom and a dad from Nebraska, Peltola defeated Sarah Palin in a special election. She'll be the first Democrat to represent Alaska in the U.S. House in 50 years.
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NPR News: The next prime minister for the U.K. to be announced Monday
The next prime minister for the U.K. to be announced Monday
Britain's Conservative Party will formally announce its new leader at a conference center close to the country's parliament on Monday.
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Britain's Conservative Party will formally announce its new leader at a conference center close to the country's parliament on Monday.
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Sunday, 4 September 2022
NPR News: Historians advise the president. The problem? The scholars were all white.
Historians advise the president. The problem? The scholars were all white.
In early August the White House invited an all-white group of historians to talk about threats to American democracy.
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In early August the White House invited an all-white group of historians to talk about threats to American democracy.
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NPR News: At Latvia's border with Russia, the line grows long, and tempers short
At Latvia's border with Russia, the line grows long, and tempers short
European sanctions on Russia over Ukraine have caused major traffic backups along the Latvian border. And truckers can feel the mounting tension between Russia and NATO members like Latvia.
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European sanctions on Russia over Ukraine have caused major traffic backups along the Latvian border. And truckers can feel the mounting tension between Russia and NATO members like Latvia.
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NPR News: At Latvia's border with Russia, the line grows long, and tempers short
At Latvia's border with Russia, the line grows long, and tempers short
European sanctions on Russia over Ukraine have caused major traffic backups along the Latvian border. And truckers can feel the mounting tension between Russia and NATO members like Latvia.
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European sanctions on Russia over Ukraine have caused major traffic backups along the Latvian border. And truckers can feel the mounting tension between Russia and NATO members like Latvia.
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NPR News: 50 years ago, the Munich Olympics massacre changed how we think about terrorism
50 years ago, the Munich Olympics massacre changed how we think about terrorism
Gunmen held members of the Israeli team hostage, eventually killing them, during the 1972 Munich Olympics. The attack was the first time a global audience had witnessed terrorism as it happened.
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Gunmen held members of the Israeli team hostage, eventually killing them, during the 1972 Munich Olympics. The attack was the first time a global audience had witnessed terrorism as it happened.
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NPR News: Claims of voter fraud, old as the republic, still work as weapons for Trump
Claims of voter fraud, old as the republic, still work as weapons for Trump
The prevalence or importance of voter fraud seems less a matter of fact than of faith. Those who accept Trump's claims are exercising their beliefs to push back against experts, courts and academics.
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The prevalence or importance of voter fraud seems less a matter of fact than of faith. Those who accept Trump's claims are exercising their beliefs to push back against experts, courts and academics.
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NPR News: 50 years ago, the Munich Olympics massacre changed how we think about terrorism
50 years ago, the Munich Olympics massacre changed how we think about terrorism
Gunmen held members of the Israeli team hostage, eventually killing them, during the 1972 Munich Olympics. The attack was the first time a global audience had witnessed terrorism as it happened.
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Gunmen held members of the Israeli team hostage, eventually killing them, during the 1972 Munich Olympics. The attack was the first time a global audience had witnessed terrorism as it happened.
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Saturday, 3 September 2022
NPR News: The VA says it will provide abortions in some cases even in states where it's banned
The VA says it will provide abortions in some cases even in states where it's banned
The new policy came in response to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, which saw a number of states move to limit or ban abortion.
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The new policy came in response to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, which saw a number of states move to limit or ban abortion.
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NPR News: Take two. NASA readies its second launch attempt for its Artemis 1 moon mission
Take two. NASA readies its second launch attempt for its Artemis 1 moon mission
NASA is counting down the hours to its second attempt to launch its new moon rocket. The two-hour launch window for its Artemis 1 test mission opens at 2:17 p.m. Eastern on Saturday.
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NASA is counting down the hours to its second attempt to launch its new moon rocket. The two-hour launch window for its Artemis 1 test mission opens at 2:17 p.m. Eastern on Saturday.
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NPR News: Sri Lanka's ousted president returns home after fleeing
Sri Lanka's ousted president returns home after fleeing
Sri Lanka's former president, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, fled the country in July after tens of thousands of protesters stormed his home and office in a display of anger over the country's economic crisis.
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Sri Lanka's former president, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, fled the country in July after tens of thousands of protesters stormed his home and office in a display of anger over the country's economic crisis.
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NPR News: The Monkees' drummer wants the FBI to quit monkeying around and hand over files
The Monkees' drummer wants the FBI to quit monkeying around and hand over files
The last surviving member of The Monkees, a rock band that formed in 1966, is suing the FBI. Micky Dolenz wants the government to hand over any files on him and his deceased bandmates.
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The last surviving member of The Monkees, a rock band that formed in 1966, is suing the FBI. Micky Dolenz wants the government to hand over any files on him and his deceased bandmates.
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NPR News: Unsafe water challenges Jackson, Miss., restaurant owners, who must look elsewhere
Unsafe water challenges Jackson, Miss., restaurant owners, who must look elsewhere
A boil-water notice, which has been in effect since July, is forcing many restaurant owners to travel to nearby cities to obtain water and ice. It's costing them considerable time and money.
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A boil-water notice, which has been in effect since July, is forcing many restaurant owners to travel to nearby cities to obtain water and ice. It's costing them considerable time and money.
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NPR News: A Northern California wildfire has injured several people and destroyed homes
A Northern California wildfire has injured several people and destroyed homes
About 7,500 people in the town of Weed and several nearby communities in Northern California were under evacuation orders.
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About 7,500 people in the town of Weed and several nearby communities in Northern California were under evacuation orders.
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Friday, 2 September 2022
NPR News: A swimming cap made for Black hair gets official approval after previous Olympic ban
A swimming cap made for Black hair gets official approval after previous Olympic ban
FINA, the governing body for international swim competitions, had rejected the design of Soul Cap's head covering ahead of last year's Olympics.
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FINA, the governing body for international swim competitions, had rejected the design of Soul Cap's head covering ahead of last year's Olympics.
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NPR News: A swimming cap made for Black hair gets official approval after previous Olympic ban
A swimming cap made for Black hair gets official approval after previous Olympic ban
FINA, the governing body for international swim competitions, had rejected the design of Soul Cap's head covering ahead of last year's Olympics.
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FINA, the governing body for international swim competitions, had rejected the design of Soul Cap's head covering ahead of last year's Olympics.
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NPR News: Russia's effort to break European energy unity seems to be failing — at least for now
Russia's effort to break European energy unity seems to be failing — at least for now
One of the intended outcomes of Russia's war in Ukraine is to dissolve European unity on energy policy, analysts say, but the unity is so far holding firm.
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One of the intended outcomes of Russia's war in Ukraine is to dissolve European unity on energy policy, analysts say, but the unity is so far holding firm.
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NPR News: Biden's speech walks a fine line in its attack on MAGA Republicans
Biden's speech walks a fine line in its attack on MAGA Republicans
In his Thursday evening address to the nation, President Biden chooses a risky strategy of criticizing elected GOP officials while trying not to alienate Republican voters.
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In his Thursday evening address to the nation, President Biden chooses a risky strategy of criticizing elected GOP officials while trying not to alienate Republican voters.
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NPR News: Russia's effort to break European energy unity seems to be failing — at least for now
Russia's effort to break European energy unity seems to be failing — at least for now
One of the intended outcomes of Russia's war in Ukraine is to dissolve European unity on energy policy, analysts say, but the unity is so far holding firm.
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One of the intended outcomes of Russia's war in Ukraine is to dissolve European unity on energy policy, analysts say, but the unity is so far holding firm.
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Thursday, 1 September 2022
NPR News: Argentina' vice president is threatened by a man wielding a handgun
Argentina' vice president is threatened by a man wielding a handgun
Argentina's president says an attempt to kill the vice president fails when a handgun misfires
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Argentina's president says an attempt to kill the vice president fails when a handgun misfires
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NPR News: Argentina' vice president is threatened by a man wielding a handgun
Argentina' vice president is threatened by a man wielding a handgun
Argentina's president says an attempt to kill the vice president fails when a handgun misfires
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Argentina's president says an attempt to kill the vice president fails when a handgun misfires
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NPR News: An Oklahoma teacher gave her students access to banned books—now she's under scrutiny
An Oklahoma teacher gave her students access to banned books—now she's under scrutiny
Summer Boismier resigned from Norman High School after a student's parent complained. Now, Oklahoma's Secretary of Education wants to revoke her teaching certificate.
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Summer Boismier resigned from Norman High School after a student's parent complained. Now, Oklahoma's Secretary of Education wants to revoke her teaching certificate.
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NPR News: New lawsuits say Lyft failed to protect its users from physical and sexual assault
New lawsuits say Lyft failed to protect its users from physical and sexual assault
The San Francisco-based ridesharing company is facing 17 new lawsuits brought by users of its service from around the country, who claim the company failed to protect passengers and drivers.
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The San Francisco-based ridesharing company is facing 17 new lawsuits brought by users of its service from around the country, who claim the company failed to protect passengers and drivers.
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NPR News: Jackson State University talks about his city's water supply crisis
Jackson State University talks about his city's water supply crisis
NPR talks with Jackson State University President Thomas Hudson about longstanding problems with the Jackson, Mississippi water system that preceded flood damage to the city's water supply.
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NPR talks with Jackson State University President Thomas Hudson about longstanding problems with the Jackson, Mississippi water system that preceded flood damage to the city's water supply.
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NPR News: IMF set to provide $2.9 billion to help crisis-hit Sri Lanka
IMF set to provide $2.9 billion to help crisis-hit Sri Lanka
The International Monetary Fund will provide Sri Lanka $2.9 billion over four years to help salvage the country from its worst economic crisis under a preliminary agreement the agency announced
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The International Monetary Fund will provide Sri Lanka $2.9 billion over four years to help salvage the country from its worst economic crisis under a preliminary agreement the agency announced
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