Drag queen Pattie Gonia wanted a scary Halloween costume. She went as climate change
Drag queen Pattie Gonia said she wanted a very scary costume for Halloween this year. The scariest thing she came up with is climate change.
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Monday, 31 October 2022
NPR News: Will the far right rise to power in Israel's election? Here's what to know
Will the far right rise to power in Israel's election? Here's what to know
Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to stage a comeback. He has allied with far-right politicians in a quest to subdue the Arab community and take greater control of the justice system.
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Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to stage a comeback. He has allied with far-right politicians in a quest to subdue the Arab community and take greater control of the justice system.
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NPR News: What makes Itaewon such a popular area in Seoul? Young South Koreans explain
What makes Itaewon such a popular area in Seoul? Young South Koreans explain
Itaewon was the location of a deadly stampede in Seoul Saturday night. Some 100,000 people were estimated to have passed through the area.
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Itaewon was the location of a deadly stampede in Seoul Saturday night. Some 100,000 people were estimated to have passed through the area.
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NPR News: What makes Itaewon such a popular area in Seoul? Young South Koreans explain
What makes Itaewon such a popular area in Seoul? Young South Koreans explain
Itaewon was the location of a deadly stampede in Seoul Saturday night. Some 100,000 people were estimated to have passed through the area.
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Itaewon was the location of a deadly stampede in Seoul Saturday night. Some 100,000 people were estimated to have passed through the area.
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NPR News: Holiday flights will be pricey and packed. Here are 5 things to know before you book
Holiday flights will be pricey and packed. Here are 5 things to know before you book
Airlines and travel websites say that bookings for holiday travel are strong despite higher air fares, as pandemic-weary travelers seem willing to pay.
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Airlines and travel websites say that bookings for holiday travel are strong despite higher air fares, as pandemic-weary travelers seem willing to pay.
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NPR News: Right-wing "zombie" papers attack Illinois Democrats ahead of elections
Right-wing "zombie" papers attack Illinois Democrats ahead of elections
Printed newspapers sent out across Illinois push Republican talking points against Democrats just in time for election season. They're taking advantage of the erosion of local news.
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Printed newspapers sent out across Illinois push Republican talking points against Democrats just in time for election season. They're taking advantage of the erosion of local news.
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Sunday, 30 October 2022
NPR News: The men exonerated in the Malcolm X killing will receive $36 million
The men exonerated in the Malcolm X killing will receive $36 million
The city and state of New York agreed to pay $36 million to two men who were exonerated for the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X after wrongful convictions led to both men spending decades behind bars.
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The city and state of New York agreed to pay $36 million to two men who were exonerated for the 1965 assassination of Malcolm X after wrongful convictions led to both men spending decades behind bars.
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NPR News: Lula beats President Bolsonaro to win Brazil election
Lula beats President Bolsonaro to win Brazil election
The results bring to a close the most consequential election in Brazil in decades. Now, president-elect da Silva faces the huge task of reinvigorating Brazil's economy.
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The results bring to a close the most consequential election in Brazil in decades. Now, president-elect da Silva faces the huge task of reinvigorating Brazil's economy.
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NPR News: Lula beats President Bolsonaro to win Brazil election
Lula beats President Bolsonaro to win Brazil election
The results bring to a close the most consequential election in Brazil in decades. Now, president-elect da Silva faces the huge task of reinvigorating Brazil's economy.
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The results bring to a close the most consequential election in Brazil in decades. Now, president-elect da Silva faces the huge task of reinvigorating Brazil's economy.
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NPR News: Cuba says at least 5 dead after boat heading to US crashes
Cuba says at least 5 dead after boat heading to US crashes
A boat off northern Cuba traveling toward the United States sank Saturday after a collision with a Cuban coast guard ship, and at least five people died, Cuban officials said Saturday.
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A boat off northern Cuba traveling toward the United States sank Saturday after a collision with a Cuban coast guard ship, and at least five people died, Cuban officials said Saturday.
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NPR News: An Arizona grandmother was arrested for giving food to the hungry. Now, she's suing
An Arizona grandmother was arrested for giving food to the hungry. Now, she's suing
Bullhead City, Ariz., says Norma Thornton, 78, violated a city ordinance that prohibits people from giving out cooked food in public parks without a permit.
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Bullhead City, Ariz., says Norma Thornton, 78, violated a city ordinance that prohibits people from giving out cooked food in public parks without a permit.
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NPR News: Fires from exploding e-bike batteries multiply in NYC, sometimes fatally
Fires from exploding e-bike batteries multiply in NYC, sometimes fatally
New York City is on track this year to record twice as many fires caused by e-bike and e-scooter batteries as last year, and four times as many as the year before.
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New York City is on track this year to record twice as many fires caused by e-bike and e-scooter batteries as last year, and four times as many as the year before.
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Saturday, 29 October 2022
NPR News: Anne Frank's friend Hannah Pick-Goslar dies at age 93
Anne Frank's friend Hannah Pick-Goslar dies at age 93
The Anne Frank Foundation paid tribute to Pick-Goslar, who is mentioned in Anne's world-famous diary, for helping to keep Anne's memory alive with stories about their youth.
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The Anne Frank Foundation paid tribute to Pick-Goslar, who is mentioned in Anne's world-famous diary, for helping to keep Anne's memory alive with stories about their youth.
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NPR News: How big coal companies avoid cleaning up their messes
How big coal companies avoid cleaning up their messes
A Bloomberg News/NPR investigation found that large U.S. coal companies used bankruptcy and asset transfers to move old mines to shaky new owners, putting at risk federally mandated land reclamation.
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A Bloomberg News/NPR investigation found that large U.S. coal companies used bankruptcy and asset transfers to move old mines to shaky new owners, putting at risk federally mandated land reclamation.
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NPR News: Florida heat births more female turtles than males. It may lead to population decline
Florida heat births more female turtles than males. It may lead to population decline
Warmer temperatures produce more female sea turtles and cooler weather produces more males. Hotter summers means more females are being born. Scientists are concerned it could create gender imbalance.
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Warmer temperatures produce more female sea turtles and cooler weather produces more males. Hotter summers means more females are being born. Scientists are concerned it could create gender imbalance.
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NPR News: DNA evidence has freed a California man imprisoned for more than 38 years
DNA evidence has freed a California man imprisoned for more than 38 years
Maurice Hastings spent nearly four decades behind bars for a 1983 murder and two attempted murders. He was released after long-untested DNA evidence pointed to another person, the L.A. County DA said.
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Maurice Hastings spent nearly four decades behind bars for a 1983 murder and two attempted murders. He was released after long-untested DNA evidence pointed to another person, the L.A. County DA said.
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NPR News: At least 47 are dead and dozens feared missing as storm hits the Philippines
At least 47 are dead and dozens feared missing as storm hits the Philippines
Flash floods and landslides set off by torrential rains left at least 47 people dead. As many as 60 villagers in a southern province are feared missing and buried in a huge mudslide, officials said.
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Flash floods and landslides set off by torrential rains left at least 47 people dead. As many as 60 villagers in a southern province are feared missing and buried in a huge mudslide, officials said.
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NPR News: At least 47 are dead and dozens feared missing as storm hits the Philippines
At least 47 are dead and dozens feared missing as storm hits the Philippines
Flash floods and landslides set off by torrential rains left at least 47 people dead. As many as 60 villagers in a southern province are feared missing and buried in a huge mudslide, officials said.
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Flash floods and landslides set off by torrential rains left at least 47 people dead. As many as 60 villagers in a southern province are feared missing and buried in a huge mudslide, officials said.
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Friday, 28 October 2022
NPR News: Obama says 'democracy on the ballot' in Georgia early voting rally
Obama says 'democracy on the ballot' in Georgia early voting rally
The former president implored people to avoid "tuning out" in the midterm elections and vote for Democrats to tackle issues like inflation currently facing America.
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The former president implored people to avoid "tuning out" in the midterm elections and vote for Democrats to tackle issues like inflation currently facing America.
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NPR News: Where the #MeToo movement stands, 5 years after Weinstein allegations came to light
Where the #MeToo movement stands, 5 years after Weinstein allegations came to light
#MeToo helped launch a wider examination of society's treatment of women in everyday life, at the workplace, and in Hollywood. But there remain institutional problems resistant to change.
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#MeToo helped launch a wider examination of society's treatment of women in everyday life, at the workplace, and in Hollywood. But there remain institutional problems resistant to change.
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NPR News: In Chicago, handguns turned into high-capacity machine guns fuel deadly violence
In Chicago, handguns turned into high-capacity machine guns fuel deadly violence
A thumbnail-size "switch" turns a gun from semi-automatic to automatic. Authorities see a correlation between an uptick in mass shootings and the rise of switch-equipped guns and extended magazines.
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A thumbnail-size "switch" turns a gun from semi-automatic to automatic. Authorities see a correlation between an uptick in mass shootings and the rise of switch-equipped guns and extended magazines.
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NPR News: Where the #MeToo movement stands, 5 years after Weinstein allegations came to light
Where the #MeToo movement stands, 5 years after Weinstein allegations came to light
#MeToo helped launch a wider examination of society's treatment of women in everyday life, at the workplace, and in Hollywood. But there remain institutional problems resistant to change.
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#MeToo helped launch a wider examination of society's treatment of women in everyday life, at the workplace, and in Hollywood. But there remain institutional problems resistant to change.
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NPR News: An unearthed John Steinbeck column probes the strength of U.S. democracy
An unearthed John Steinbeck column probes the strength of U.S. democracy
Decades ago, as communists and suspected communists were being blacklisted and debates spread over the future of American democracy, John Steinbeck wrote about his homeland in Le Figaro.
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Decades ago, as communists and suspected communists were being blacklisted and debates spread over the future of American democracy, John Steinbeck wrote about his homeland in Le Figaro.
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Thursday, 27 October 2022
NPR News: 8 are found dead in a Tulsa suburb house fire and homicide is feared
8 are found dead in a Tulsa suburb house fire and homicide is feared
Eight people were found dead Thursday in a burning Tulsa-area house in what was being investigated as multiple homicides, police said.
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Eight people were found dead Thursday in a burning Tulsa-area house in what was being investigated as multiple homicides, police said.
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NPR News: Elon Musk takes control of Twitter and immediately ousts top executives
Elon Musk takes control of Twitter and immediately ousts top executives
Elon Musk has taken control of Twitter and ousted the CEO, chief financial officer and the company's general counsel, two people familiar with the deal said.
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Elon Musk has taken control of Twitter and ousted the CEO, chief financial officer and the company's general counsel, two people familiar with the deal said.
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NPR News: A high-profile Australian #MeToo trial ended unexpectedly — and without a verdict
A high-profile Australian #MeToo trial ended unexpectedly — and without a verdict
Jurors spent five days deliberating Brittany Higgins' claim of being raped in Parliament house before a judge discovered of of them brought outside research into the court, scrapping the whole trial.
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Jurors spent five days deliberating Brittany Higgins' claim of being raped in Parliament house before a judge discovered of of them brought outside research into the court, scrapping the whole trial.
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NPR News: A Thai media mogul and transgender activist has bought the Miss Universe competition
A Thai media mogul and transgender activist has bought the Miss Universe competition
Chakrapong "Anne" Chakrajutathib, who controls JKN Global Group, purchased the organization for $20 million. She's a celebrity in Thailand who is outspoken about being a transgender woman.
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Chakrapong "Anne" Chakrajutathib, who controls JKN Global Group, purchased the organization for $20 million. She's a celebrity in Thailand who is outspoken about being a transgender woman.
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NPR News: A Thai media mogul and transgender activist has bought the Miss Universe competition
A Thai media mogul and transgender activist has bought the Miss Universe competition
Chakrapong "Anne" Chakrajutathib, who controls JKN Global Group, purchased the organization for $20 million. She's a celebrity in Thailand who is outspoken about being a transgender woman.
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Chakrapong "Anne" Chakrajutathib, who controls JKN Global Group, purchased the organization for $20 million. She's a celebrity in Thailand who is outspoken about being a transgender woman.
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NPR News: Mobile homes are rising in value. But current residents can't cash out
Mobile homes are rising in value. But current residents can't cash out
Rent hikes for the land and added fees at mobile home parks have kept many owners stuck in place.
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Rent hikes for the land and added fees at mobile home parks have kept many owners stuck in place.
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NPR News: These are the Halloween costumes you may see a lot, based on people's Google searches
These are the Halloween costumes you may see a lot, based on people's Google searches
This year, the search engine composed a map of its most popular spooky searches.
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This year, the search engine composed a map of its most popular spooky searches.
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Wednesday, 26 October 2022
NPR News: News Brief: Pa. Senate race debate, LA City Council scandal, Haiti's hunger crisis
News Brief: Pa. Senate race debate, LA City Council scandal, Haiti's hunger crisis
Candidates for Pennsylvania's open U.S. Senate seat clash in a debate. Two LA City Council members involved in a racist conversation refuse to step down. Haiti's hunger crisis gets worse each day.
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Candidates for Pennsylvania's open U.S. Senate seat clash in a debate. Two LA City Council members involved in a racist conversation refuse to step down. Haiti's hunger crisis gets worse each day.
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NPR News: Emperor penguins will receive endangered species protections
Emperor penguins will receive endangered species protections
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is listing the penguins native to Antarctica as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is listing the penguins native to Antarctica as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.
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NPR News: The International Space Station had to move to dodge space junk
The International Space Station had to move to dodge space junk
A piece of what used to be a Russian satellite was coming uncomfortably close to the International Space Station. Space junk is a growing problem and has major implications for satellite services.
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A piece of what used to be a Russian satellite was coming uncomfortably close to the International Space Station. Space junk is a growing problem and has major implications for satellite services.
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NPR News: Exhumations to resume in a bid to identify Tulsa Race Massacre victims
Exhumations to resume in a bid to identify Tulsa Race Massacre victims
Some of the 19 bodies taken from a Tulsa cemetery and later reburied that could include remains of victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre will be exhumed again starting Wednesday.
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Some of the 19 bodies taken from a Tulsa cemetery and later reburied that could include remains of victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre will be exhumed again starting Wednesday.
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NPR News: The International Space Station had to move to dodge space junk
The International Space Station had to move to dodge space junk
A piece of what used to be a Russian satellite was coming uncomfortably close to the International Space Station. Space junk is a growing problem and has major implications for satellite services.
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A piece of what used to be a Russian satellite was coming uncomfortably close to the International Space Station. Space junk is a growing problem and has major implications for satellite services.
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NPR News: Clorox recalls cleaning products that a U.S. consumer panel says may contain bacteria
Clorox recalls cleaning products that a U.S. consumer panel says may contain bacteria
The Clorox Company said Tuesday it has recalled its scented multi-surface cleaners and all-purpose cleaners. The recall doesn't include its original pine-scented Pine-Sol.
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The Clorox Company said Tuesday it has recalled its scented multi-surface cleaners and all-purpose cleaners. The recall doesn't include its original pine-scented Pine-Sol.
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Tuesday, 25 October 2022
NPR News: Rishi Sunak's ascent to British prime minister stirs celebrations across India
Rishi Sunak's ascent to British prime minister stirs celebrations across India
People across India are celebrating Rishi Sunak, who has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage, being poised to become the next British prime minister.
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People across India are celebrating Rishi Sunak, who has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage, being poised to become the next British prime minister.
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NPR News: Expanding Medicaid is popular. That's why it's a key issue in some statewide midterms
Expanding Medicaid is popular. That's why it's a key issue in some statewide midterms
Next month, South Dakotans will decide whether to expand Medicaid to 42,500 state residents. Democratic candidates elsewhere are making it a part of their pitch to flip GOP-held governors' offices.
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Next month, South Dakotans will decide whether to expand Medicaid to 42,500 state residents. Democratic candidates elsewhere are making it a part of their pitch to flip GOP-held governors' offices.
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NPR News: All the president's men: Why succession may pose a problem for Xi Jinping and China
All the president's men: Why succession may pose a problem for Xi Jinping and China
Most attempts at leader succession in China have flopped, but Xi Jinping's norm-breaking practice comes at a precarious time for his country.
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Most attempts at leader succession in China have flopped, but Xi Jinping's norm-breaking practice comes at a precarious time for his country.
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NPR News: Rishi Sunak's ascent to British prime minister stirs celebrations across India
Rishi Sunak's ascent to British prime minister stirs celebrations across India
People across India are celebrating Rishi Sunak, who has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage, being poised to become the next British prime minister.
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People across India are celebrating Rishi Sunak, who has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage, being poised to become the next British prime minister.
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NPR News: Take a look at Leslie Jordan's best moments of dancing, singing and storytelling
Take a look at Leslie Jordan's best moments of dancing, singing and storytelling
Comedian and actor Leslie Jordan died Monday at age 67. His career spanned decades, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic that his jovial personality began reaching the masses.
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Comedian and actor Leslie Jordan died Monday at age 67. His career spanned decades, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic that his jovial personality began reaching the masses.
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Monday, 24 October 2022
NPR News: Calif. amendment sparks debate about the concept of fetal viability during pregnancy
Calif. amendment sparks debate about the concept of fetal viability during pregnancy
California voters will decide whether to amend their state constitution to explicitly protect abortion rights. But it's unclear whether the amendment would allow abortions at any point in pregnancy.
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California voters will decide whether to amend their state constitution to explicitly protect abortion rights. But it's unclear whether the amendment would allow abortions at any point in pregnancy.
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NPR News: Rishi Sunak appears poised to become the next U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak appears poised to become the next U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak is a strong favorite to finally assume the prime minister's position that he missed out on less than two months ago.
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Rishi Sunak is a strong favorite to finally assume the prime minister's position that he missed out on less than two months ago.
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NPR News: Many older workers retired after the pandemic gave them time to rethink priorities
Many older workers retired after the pandemic gave them time to rethink priorities
Older workers have not returned to the workforce at the same rate as the under-55 set. Many college-educated older workers in particular are financially secure enough to retire.
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Older workers have not returned to the workforce at the same rate as the under-55 set. Many college-educated older workers in particular are financially secure enough to retire.
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NPR News: Rishi Sunak appears poised to become the next U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak appears poised to become the next U.K. prime minister
Rishi Sunak is a strong favorite to finally assume the prime minister's position that he missed out on less than two months ago.
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Rishi Sunak is a strong favorite to finally assume the prime minister's position that he missed out on less than two months ago.
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NPR News: The U.S. set a new record for apprehensions at the southern border
The U.S. set a new record for apprehensions at the southern border
Migrants apprehensions at the southern border this past year jumped by 37% compared to the year ago. A growing number of border-crossers are from Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua.
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Migrants apprehensions at the southern border this past year jumped by 37% compared to the year ago. A growing number of border-crossers are from Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua.
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NPR News: As a new trial starts, here's where the cases concerning George Floyd's murder stand
As a new trial starts, here's where the cases concerning George Floyd's murder stand
A jury trial is set to begin in Minnesota court for former officers Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng, who pleaded not guilty to charges of aiding and abetting the murder and manslaughter of Floyd.
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A jury trial is set to begin in Minnesota court for former officers Tou Thao and J. Alexander Kueng, who pleaded not guilty to charges of aiding and abetting the murder and manslaughter of Floyd.
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NPR News: The U.S. set a new record for apprehensions at the southern border
The U.S. set a new record for apprehensions at the southern border
Migrants apprehensions at the southern border this past year jumped by 37% compared to the year ago. A growing number of border-crossers are from Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua.
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Migrants apprehensions at the southern border this past year jumped by 37% compared to the year ago. A growing number of border-crossers are from Venezuela, Cuba and Nicaragua.
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Sunday, 23 October 2022
NPR News: Young Ukrainians volunteer to clean up destroyed homes — and try to make it fun
Young Ukrainians volunteer to clean up destroyed homes — and try to make it fun
Young volunteers blast techno music while helping people in destroyed villages and then hold dance parties to blow off steam. "Listening to music keeps us balanced, so we can keep working," one says.
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Young volunteers blast techno music while helping people in destroyed villages and then hold dance parties to blow off steam. "Listening to music keeps us balanced, so we can keep working," one says.
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NPR News: Young Ukrainians volunteer to clean up destroyed homes — and try to make it fun
Young Ukrainians volunteer to clean up destroyed homes — and try to make it fun
Young volunteers blast techno music while helping people in destroyed villages and then hold dance parties to blow off steam. "Listening to music keeps us balanced, so we can keep working," one says.
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Young volunteers blast techno music while helping people in destroyed villages and then hold dance parties to blow off steam. "Listening to music keeps us balanced, so we can keep working," one says.
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NPR News: Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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NPR News: Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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NPR News: Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Iran protests spark solidarity rallies in the U.S. and Europe
Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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Chanting crowds marched in the streets of Berlin, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles on Saturday in a show of international support for demonstrators facing a violent government crackdown in Iran.
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Saturday, 22 October 2022
NPR News: NASA announces the team members for its UFO study
NASA announces the team members for its UFO study
The 16-member team will begin the study on Monday. The research, which will use unclassified data, will lead to a report that will be made available to the public next year.
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The 16-member team will begin the study on Monday. The research, which will use unclassified data, will lead to a report that will be made available to the public next year.
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NPR News: The ACLU and others urge border authorities to limit detention of pregnant migrants
The ACLU and others urge border authorities to limit detention of pregnant migrants
Advocacy groups and doctors are asking U.S. Customs and Border Protection to expedite the intake proceedings for women and others who are pregnant, postpartum or nursing as well as infants.
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Advocacy groups and doctors are asking U.S. Customs and Border Protection to expedite the intake proceedings for women and others who are pregnant, postpartum or nursing as well as infants.
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NPR News: We asked 2 political strategists to review midterm ads. Here's what they told us
We asked 2 political strategists to review midterm ads. Here's what they told us
Ad spending this election season is estimated at nearly $10 billion, surpassing even the 2020 presidential election. We look at two ads and what's at stake these midterms.
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Ad spending this election season is estimated at nearly $10 billion, surpassing even the 2020 presidential election. We look at two ads and what's at stake these midterms.
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NPR News: Far-right leader Giorgia Meloni has been sworn in as Italian premier
Far-right leader Giorgia Meloni has been sworn in as Italian premier
Giorgia Meloni was sworn in on Saturday as Italy's first far-right premier since the end of World War II. She is also the first woman to be premier.
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Giorgia Meloni was sworn in on Saturday as Italy's first far-right premier since the end of World War II. She is also the first woman to be premier.
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NPR News: Chinese families navigate a maze of laws and COVID rules to have babies in the U.S.
Chinese families navigate a maze of laws and COVID rules to have babies in the U.S.
There's a well-established industry centered in California that provides surrogate births and attracts Chinese mothers to the U.S. to engage in what's known as birth tourism.
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There's a well-established industry centered in California that provides surrogate births and attracts Chinese mothers to the U.S. to engage in what's known as birth tourism.
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NPR News: Chinese families navigate a maze of laws and COVID rules to have babies in the U.S.
Chinese families navigate a maze of laws and COVID rules to have babies in the U.S.
There's a well-established industry centered in California that provides surrogate births and attracts Chinese mothers to the U.S. to engage in what's known as birth tourism.
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There's a well-established industry centered in California that provides surrogate births and attracts Chinese mothers to the U.S. to engage in what's known as birth tourism.
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NPR News: China's Premier Li Keqiang dropped in leadership shuffle
China's Premier Li Keqiang dropped in leadership shuffle
Premier Li Keqiang, China's No. 2 official, is among four of seven members of the nation's all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee who will not be reappointed in a leadership shuffle Sunday.
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Premier Li Keqiang, China's No. 2 official, is among four of seven members of the nation's all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee who will not be reappointed in a leadership shuffle Sunday.
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NPR News: China's Premier Li Keqiang dropped in leadership shuffle
China's Premier Li Keqiang dropped in leadership shuffle
Premier Li Keqiang, China's No. 2 official, is among four of seven members of the nation's all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee who will not be reappointed in a leadership shuffle Sunday.
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Premier Li Keqiang, China's No. 2 official, is among four of seven members of the nation's all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee who will not be reappointed in a leadership shuffle Sunday.
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Friday, 21 October 2022
NPR News: Texas state police fire first officer over Uvalde school massacre response
Texas state police fire first officer over Uvalde school massacre response
The officer becomes the first member of the state police force to lose their job in the fallout over the hesitant response to the May school attack that killed 19 children and two teachers.
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The officer becomes the first member of the state police force to lose their job in the fallout over the hesitant response to the May school attack that killed 19 children and two teachers.
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NPR News: A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals issued the stay, ordering the Biden administration not to act on the program while it considers a motion from six Republican-led states to block loan cancellation.
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The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals issued the stay, ordering the Biden administration not to act on the program while it considers a motion from six Republican-led states to block loan cancellation.
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NPR News: Democrats' total control over Oregon politics could end with the race for governor
Democrats' total control over Oregon politics could end with the race for governor
In the Oregon race for governor, the Democrat, Tina Kotek, and the Republican, Christine Drazan, are in a dead heat thanks to the independent, Betsy Johnson, who has outraised her competitors.
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In the Oregon race for governor, the Democrat, Tina Kotek, and the Republican, Christine Drazan, are in a dead heat thanks to the independent, Betsy Johnson, who has outraised her competitors.
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NPR News: What's in the so-called 'Don't Say Gay' bill that could impact the whole country
What's in the so-called 'Don't Say Gay' bill that could impact the whole country
If the bill were to become law, it could affect not only schools but also programs, events and literature at any federally-funded institution. But its prospects are dim for now.
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If the bill were to become law, it could affect not only schools but also programs, events and literature at any federally-funded institution. But its prospects are dim for now.
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NPR News: Larry the Cat outlasts fourth U.K. prime minister
Larry the Cat outlasts fourth U.K. prime minister
The 15-year-old tabby is the Chief Mouser of No. 10 Downing Street, where Britain's prime ministers both work and reside. Larry has been in the post since David Cameron ran the government.
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The 15-year-old tabby is the Chief Mouser of No. 10 Downing Street, where Britain's prime ministers both work and reside. Larry has been in the post since David Cameron ran the government.
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NPR News: Mississippi town with Confederate monument gets Emmett Till statue
Mississippi town with Confederate monument gets Emmett Till statue
A Mississippi town with a Confederate monument plans to unveil a larger-than-life statue of Emmett Till on Friday, decades after white men kidnapped and killed the Black teenager.
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A Mississippi town with a Confederate monument plans to unveil a larger-than-life statue of Emmett Till on Friday, decades after white men kidnapped and killed the Black teenager.
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Thursday, 20 October 2022
NPR News: The EPA starts a civil rights probe into Mississippi's water woes
The EPA starts a civil rights probe into Mississippi's water woes
The agency said that it is investigating whether Mississippi state agencies discriminated against the state's majority-Black capital city by refusing to fund improvements for its failing water system.
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The agency said that it is investigating whether Mississippi state agencies discriminated against the state's majority-Black capital city by refusing to fund improvements for its failing water system.
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NPR News: Are you voting in the midterm elections? We want to know what issues matter to you
Are you voting in the midterm elections? We want to know what issues matter to you
NPR wants to hear from people who are voting in this year's midterm elections. Are you planning to vote in the midterm election? What issues are you hoping that politicians address?
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NPR wants to hear from people who are voting in this year's midterm elections. Are you planning to vote in the midterm election? What issues are you hoping that politicians address?
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NPR News: Nations consider sending troops to Haiti, despite troubled past foreign intervention
Nations consider sending troops to Haiti, despite troubled past foreign intervention
The U.S. and Mexico proposed to the United Nations Security Council a "non-U.N." force for Haiti to help the country resolve deepening crises, but countries are cautious given prior harmful efforts.
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The U.S. and Mexico proposed to the United Nations Security Council a "non-U.N." force for Haiti to help the country resolve deepening crises, but countries are cautious given prior harmful efforts.
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NPR News: Book by mom of six puts onus on men to stop unwanted pregnancies
Book by mom of six puts onus on men to stop unwanted pregnancies
In her new book, writer — and mother of six — Gabrielle Blair makes the case that the abortion debate should focus much more on men's roles in unintended pregnancy.
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In her new book, writer — and mother of six — Gabrielle Blair makes the case that the abortion debate should focus much more on men's roles in unintended pregnancy.
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NPR News: Nations consider sending troops to Haiti, despite troubled past foreign intervention
Nations consider sending troops to Haiti, despite troubled past foreign intervention
The U.S. and Mexico proposed to the United Nations Security Council a "non-U.N." force for Haiti to help the country resolve deepening crises, but countries are cautious given prior harmful efforts.
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The U.S. and Mexico proposed to the United Nations Security Council a "non-U.N." force for Haiti to help the country resolve deepening crises, but countries are cautious given prior harmful efforts.
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NPR News: Circle K chain signs a deal with one of America's largest cannabis producers
Circle K chain signs a deal with one of America's largest cannabis producers
The convenience chain will sell licensed marijuana at its Florida gas stations. The outposts, which will have separate entrances, will only cater to Floridians with medical marijuana cards.
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The convenience chain will sell licensed marijuana at its Florida gas stations. The outposts, which will have separate entrances, will only cater to Floridians with medical marijuana cards.
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NPR News: Princeton University intensifies its search for a student missing since last week
Princeton University intensifies its search for a student missing since last week
Misrach Ewunetie, 20, was declared missing after her family told university police they had not heard from her in days.
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Misrach Ewunetie, 20, was declared missing after her family told university police they had not heard from her in days.
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NPR News: Authorities seize thousands of suspected fentanyl pills hidden at Los Angeles airport
Authorities seize thousands of suspected fentanyl pills hidden at Los Angeles airport
Authorities on Wednesday seized thousands of suspected fentanyl pills hidden in candy boxes at Los Angeles International Airport.
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Authorities on Wednesday seized thousands of suspected fentanyl pills hidden in candy boxes at Los Angeles International Airport.
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Wednesday, 19 October 2022
NPR News: Donald Trump deposed in defamation suit filed by E. Jean Carroll
Donald Trump deposed in defamation suit filed by E. Jean Carroll
Former President Trump answered questions under oath Wednesday in a lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll, a magazine columnist who says he raped her in the mid-1990s in a department store dressing room.
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Former President Trump answered questions under oath Wednesday in a lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll, a magazine columnist who says he raped her in the mid-1990s in a department store dressing room.
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NPR News: 3 reasons why China may become more assertive — and what that means for the U.S.
3 reasons why China may become more assertive — and what that means for the U.S.
Xi Jinping is expected to break longstanding tradition in the coming days and secure a third term as China's president. It will mark a new era for China and likely lead to more tensions with the U.S.
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Xi Jinping is expected to break longstanding tradition in the coming days and secure a third term as China's president. It will mark a new era for China and likely lead to more tensions with the U.S.
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NPR News: Without more federal money, what will regional theaters do?
Without more federal money, what will regional theaters do?
Subscriptions and ticket sales are down, but theater is needed more than ever. What theaters are doing to survive.
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Subscriptions and ticket sales are down, but theater is needed more than ever. What theaters are doing to survive.
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NPR News: 3 reasons why China may become more assertive — and what that means for the U.S.
3 reasons why China may become more assertive — and what that means for the U.S.
Xi Jinping is expected to break longstanding tradition in the coming days and secure a third term as China's president. It will mark a new era for China and likely lead to more tensions with the U.S.
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Xi Jinping is expected to break longstanding tradition in the coming days and secure a third term as China's president. It will mark a new era for China and likely lead to more tensions with the U.S.
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Tuesday, 18 October 2022
NPR News: The IRS is increasing the standard deductions for 2023 as inflation intensifies
The IRS is increasing the standard deductions for 2023 as inflation intensifies
The IRS is increasing energy-related tax breaks, as well as standard deductions for single and married people and heads of households.
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The IRS is increasing energy-related tax breaks, as well as standard deductions for single and married people and heads of households.
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NPR News: Athlete Elnaz Rekabi, who competed without a hijab, returns to Iran
Athlete Elnaz Rekabi, who competed without a hijab, returns to Iran
Competitive climber Elnaz Rekabi received a hero's welcome on her return to Tehran Wednesday, after competing in South Korea without wearing a mandatory headscarf required of Iranian female athletes
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Competitive climber Elnaz Rekabi received a hero's welcome on her return to Tehran Wednesday, after competing in South Korea without wearing a mandatory headscarf required of Iranian female athletes
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NPR News: Athlete Elnaz Rekabi, who competed without a hijab, returns to Iran
Athlete Elnaz Rekabi, who competed without a hijab, returns to Iran
Competitive climber Elnaz Rekabi received a hero's welcome on her return to Tehran Wednesday, after competing in South Korea without wearing a mandatory headscarf required of Iranian female athletes
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Competitive climber Elnaz Rekabi received a hero's welcome on her return to Tehran Wednesday, after competing in South Korea without wearing a mandatory headscarf required of Iranian female athletes
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NPR News: Biden to release another 15M barrels from strategic reserve
Biden to release another 15M barrels from strategic reserve
The Department of Energy has another 400 million barrels in its strategic reserves, which the White House plans to restock as soon as prices fall to $67 to $72 per barrel.
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The Department of Energy has another 400 million barrels in its strategic reserves, which the White House plans to restock as soon as prices fall to $67 to $72 per barrel.
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NPR News: Mississippi River Basin adapts as climate change brings extreme rain and flooding
Mississippi River Basin adapts as climate change brings extreme rain and flooding
Climate change-fueled hurricanes and sea-level rise get a lot of attention, but Mississippi River Basin communities also are experiencing the effects of global warming.
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Climate change-fueled hurricanes and sea-level rise get a lot of attention, but Mississippi River Basin communities also are experiencing the effects of global warming.
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NPR News: What Xi Jinping's decade in power means for people in China — in their own words
What Xi Jinping's decade in power means for people in China — in their own words
Xi Jinping has become China's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. NPR has been speaking with a broad range of Chinese people about the impact he has had. Here is what four of them had to say.
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Xi Jinping has become China's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. NPR has been speaking with a broad range of Chinese people about the impact he has had. Here is what four of them had to say.
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Monday, 17 October 2022
NPR News: Video on social media shows a white man grabbing a Black man by the neck in Milwaukee
Video on social media shows a white man grabbing a Black man by the neck in Milwaukee
The white man, 62, says the friend of a Black man, 24, stole a bicycle from his friend's yard. Milwaukee police say they are investigating the incident.
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The white man, 62, says the friend of a Black man, 24, stole a bicycle from his friend's yard. Milwaukee police say they are investigating the incident.
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NPR News: Australia says it will end its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia says it will end its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia's government Cabinet agreed to again recognize Tel Aviv as the capital and reaffirmed that Jerusalem's status must be resolved in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
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Australia's government Cabinet agreed to again recognize Tel Aviv as the capital and reaffirmed that Jerusalem's status must be resolved in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
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NPR News: Australia says it will end its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia says it will end its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia's government Cabinet agreed to again recognize Tel Aviv as the capital and reaffirmed that Jerusalem's status must be resolved in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
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Australia's government Cabinet agreed to again recognize Tel Aviv as the capital and reaffirmed that Jerusalem's status must be resolved in peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
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NPR News: Two LA city council members have lost their committee positions over race scandal
Two LA city council members have lost their committee positions over race scandal
The head of the Los Angeles City Council stripped two members, Gil Cedillo and Kevin de Leon, of much of their power Monday to pressure them to resign after a private meeting sparked a scandal.
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The head of the Los Angeles City Council stripped two members, Gil Cedillo and Kevin de Leon, of much of their power Monday to pressure them to resign after a private meeting sparked a scandal.
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NPR News: Flooding in Nigeria has killed more than 600 people, the government says
Flooding in Nigeria has killed more than 600 people, the government says
More than 1.3 million people have been displaced, and destroyed farmland has raised concerns about the country's food supply.
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More than 1.3 million people have been displaced, and destroyed farmland has raised concerns about the country's food supply.
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NPR News: What to know now that hearing aids are available over the counter
What to know now that hearing aids are available over the counter
The shift in hearing health care is due to a recent rule change by the FDA, which recently cleared the way for the devices to be sold in retail stores without the need for buyers to see a doctor.
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The shift in hearing health care is due to a recent rule change by the FDA, which recently cleared the way for the devices to be sold in retail stores without the need for buyers to see a doctor.
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Sunday, 16 October 2022
NPR News: Radioactive waste found at Missouri elementary school
Radioactive waste found at Missouri elementary school
There is significant radioactive contamination at an elementary school in suburban St. Louis where nuclear weapons were produced during World War II, according to a new report.
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There is significant radioactive contamination at an elementary school in suburban St. Louis where nuclear weapons were produced during World War II, according to a new report.
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NPR News: Explosions rock Ukraine's capital Kyiv, as fighting intensifies in the East
Explosions rock Ukraine's capital Kyiv, as fighting intensifies in the East
Several loud explosions rocked the center of the Ukrainian capital Monday, a week after Russia orchestrated a massive, coordinated air strike across the country.
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Several loud explosions rocked the center of the Ukrainian capital Monday, a week after Russia orchestrated a massive, coordinated air strike across the country.
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NPR News: Explosions rock Ukraine's capital Kyiv, as fighting intensifies in the East
Explosions rock Ukraine's capital Kyiv, as fighting intensifies in the East
Several loud explosions rocked the center of the Ukrainian capital Monday, a week after Russia orchestrated a massive, coordinated air strike across the country.
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Several loud explosions rocked the center of the Ukrainian capital Monday, a week after Russia orchestrated a massive, coordinated air strike across the country.
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NPR News: Malta marks 5 years since the killing of a top investigative journalist
Malta marks 5 years since the killing of a top investigative journalist
Daphne Caruana Galizia, who investigated corruption in Malta, was killed by a car bomb in 2017. Residents joined her relatives at a march and vigil. It coincides with a trial of the alleged hitmen.
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Daphne Caruana Galizia, who investigated corruption in Malta, was killed by a car bomb in 2017. Residents joined her relatives at a march and vigil. It coincides with a trial of the alleged hitmen.
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NPR News: A rocket struck a mayor's office in Donetsk, an area controlled by separatists
A rocket struck a mayor's office in Donetsk, an area controlled by separatists
Pro-Kremlin officials on Sunday blamed Ukraine for a rocket attack that struck the mayor's office in Donetsk, a city controlled by pro-Russian separatists.
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Pro-Kremlin officials on Sunday blamed Ukraine for a rocket attack that struck the mayor's office in Donetsk, a city controlled by pro-Russian separatists.
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NPR News: China's Xi spoke for nearly 2 hours at the party congress. Here are some takeaways
China's Xi spoke for nearly 2 hours at the party congress. Here are some takeaways
Xi Jinping kicked off a twice-a-decade summit that is widely expected to extend his rule beyond two terms.
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Xi Jinping kicked off a twice-a-decade summit that is widely expected to extend his rule beyond two terms.
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Saturday, 15 October 2022
NPR News: Uganda has locked down two districts in bid to stem the spread of Ebola
Uganda has locked down two districts in bid to stem the spread of Ebola
Ugandan authorities on Saturday imposed a travel lockdown on two Ebola-hit districts as part of efforts to stop the spread of the contagious disease.
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Ugandan authorities on Saturday imposed a travel lockdown on two Ebola-hit districts as part of efforts to stop the spread of the contagious disease.
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NPR News: Xi signals continuity in his China Communist Party congress speech
Xi signals continuity in his China Communist Party congress speech
Chinese leader Xi Jinping signalled his government would maintain policies that have put it at odds with the U.S. and other nations and deepened Communist Party control of the economy and society.
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Chinese leader Xi Jinping signalled his government would maintain policies that have put it at odds with the U.S. and other nations and deepened Communist Party control of the economy and society.
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NPR News: The U.S. and Canada sent armored vehicles and supplies to Haiti to help fight a gang
The U.S. and Canada sent armored vehicles and supplies to Haiti to help fight a gang
A U.S. State Department statement said the equipment was bought by Haiti's government, which it is thought will be used to halt the spread of cholera.
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A U.S. State Department statement said the equipment was bought by Haiti's government, which it is thought will be used to halt the spread of cholera.
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NPR News: Who is Just Stop Oil, the group that threw soup on Van Gogh's painting?
Who is Just Stop Oil, the group that threw soup on Van Gogh's painting?
Just Stop Oil has been in the spotlight after its demonstration in which protesters threw soup at a Van Gogh painting. The coalition is demanding an end to new fossil fuel production in the U.K.
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Just Stop Oil has been in the spotlight after its demonstration in which protesters threw soup at a Van Gogh painting. The coalition is demanding an end to new fossil fuel production in the U.K.
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NPR News: Who is Just Stop Oil, the group that threw soup on Van Gogh's painting?
Who is Just Stop Oil, the group that threw soup on Van Gogh's painting?
Just Stop Oil has been in the spotlight after its demonstration in which protesters threw soup at a Van Gogh painting. The coalition is demanding an end to new fossil fuel production in the U.K.
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Just Stop Oil has been in the spotlight after its demonstration in which protesters threw soup at a Van Gogh painting. The coalition is demanding an end to new fossil fuel production in the U.K.
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NPR News: A rare Roman-era mosaic is uncovered during the excavation of an old building in Syria
A rare Roman-era mosaic is uncovered during the excavation of an old building in Syria
Syria uncovered a large intact mosaic that dates back to the Roman era, with officials describing it as the most important archaeological discovery since the country's conflict began 11 years ago.
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Syria uncovered a large intact mosaic that dates back to the Roman era, with officials describing it as the most important archaeological discovery since the country's conflict began 11 years ago.
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NPR News: The Parkland shooter's life sentence could bring changes to Florida law
The Parkland shooter's life sentence could bring changes to Florida law
Until 2016, Florida law allowed trial judges to impose a death sentence if a majority of the jurors agreed. But now, anything less than 12-0 means an automatic sentence of life without parole.
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Until 2016, Florida law allowed trial judges to impose a death sentence if a majority of the jurors agreed. But now, anything less than 12-0 means an automatic sentence of life without parole.
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NPR News: A rare Roman-era mosaic is uncovered during the excavation of an old building in Syria
A rare Roman-era mosaic is uncovered during the excavation of an old building in Syria
Syria uncovered a large intact mosaic that dates back to the Roman era, with officials describing it as the most important archaeological discovery since the country's conflict began 11 years ago.
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Syria uncovered a large intact mosaic that dates back to the Roman era, with officials describing it as the most important archaeological discovery since the country's conflict began 11 years ago.
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NPR News: As drug deaths surge, one answer might be helping people get high more safely
As drug deaths surge, one answer might be helping people get high more safely
In Canada, a growing network of clinics helps active drug users get high more safely. Many public health experts want similar "harm reduction" programs in the U.S., where drug deaths have surged.
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In Canada, a growing network of clinics helps active drug users get high more safely. Many public health experts want similar "harm reduction" programs in the U.S., where drug deaths have surged.
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NPR News: Mel Gibson can testify at Harvey Weinstein sexual assault trial, judge says
Mel Gibson can testify at Harvey Weinstein sexual assault trial, judge says
The actor and director can testify about what he learned from one of Harvey Weinstein's accusers, a judge ruled Friday in the rape and sexual assault trial of the former movie mogul.
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The actor and director can testify about what he learned from one of Harvey Weinstein's accusers, a judge ruled Friday in the rape and sexual assault trial of the former movie mogul.
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Friday, 14 October 2022
NPR News: A coal mine blast in Turkey has killed at least 28 people, officials say
A coal mine blast in Turkey has killed at least 28 people, officials say
There were 110 miners working in the mine when the explosion occurred Friday evening at the mine in the town of Amasra. Turkey's energy minister said rescue efforts continued for 15 people.
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There were 110 miners working in the mine when the explosion occurred Friday evening at the mine in the town of Amasra. Turkey's energy minister said rescue efforts continued for 15 people.
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NPR News: Questions remain about who recorded the audio that led to L.A. City Council scandal
Questions remain about who recorded the audio that led to L.A. City Council scandal
An anonymously leaked recording of crude, racist remarks and political scheming that led to Council President Nury Martinez's resignation left behind a mystery: Who made the tape, and why?
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An anonymously leaked recording of crude, racist remarks and political scheming that led to Council President Nury Martinez's resignation left behind a mystery: Who made the tape, and why?
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NPR News: Animal populations shrunk an average of 70% over the last half-century, a report says
Animal populations shrunk an average of 70% over the last half-century, a report says
A new report from the World Wildlife Fund and the Zoological Society of London analyzed years of data on wildlife populations across the world and found a downward trend in the Earth's biodiversity.
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A new report from the World Wildlife Fund and the Zoological Society of London analyzed years of data on wildlife populations across the world and found a downward trend in the Earth's biodiversity.
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NPR News: A pair of Levi's that sold for $76K reflects anti-Chinese sentiment of 19th century
A pair of Levi's that sold for $76K reflects anti-Chinese sentiment of 19th century
A pocket on the 1880s-era pair of jeans says, "The only kind made by white labor."
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A pocket on the 1880s-era pair of jeans says, "The only kind made by white labor."
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NPR News: Animal populations shrunk an average of 70% over the last half-century, a report says
Animal populations shrunk an average of 70% over the last half-century, a report says
A new report from the World Wildlife Fund and the Zoological Society of London analyzed years of data on wildlife populations across the world and found a downward trend in the Earth's biodiversity.
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A new report from the World Wildlife Fund and the Zoological Society of London analyzed years of data on wildlife populations across the world and found a downward trend in the Earth's biodiversity.
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NPR News: Developing nations suffering from climate change will demand financial help
Developing nations suffering from climate change will demand financial help
The chairperson of an influential negotiating bloc in the upcoming U.N. climate summit has called for compensation for poorer countries suffering from climate change to be high up on the agenda.
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The chairperson of an influential negotiating bloc in the upcoming U.N. climate summit has called for compensation for poorer countries suffering from climate change to be high up on the agenda.
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NPR News: Developing nations suffering from climate change will demand financial help
Developing nations suffering from climate change will demand financial help
The chairperson of an influential negotiating bloc in the upcoming U.N. climate summit has called for compensation for poorer countries suffering from climate change to be high up on the agenda.
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The chairperson of an influential negotiating bloc in the upcoming U.N. climate summit has called for compensation for poorer countries suffering from climate change to be high up on the agenda.
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Thursday, 13 October 2022
NPR News: China's major party congress is set to grant Xi Jinping a 3rd term. And that's not all
China's major party congress is set to grant Xi Jinping a 3rd term. And that's not all
China's ruling party kicks off a national congress on Sunday in which Xi Jinping is expected to secure a third term as party boss and chief of the military.
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China's ruling party kicks off a national congress on Sunday in which Xi Jinping is expected to secure a third term as party boss and chief of the military.
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NPR News: China's major party congress is set to grant Xi Jinping a 3rd term. And that's not all
China's major party congress is set to grant Xi Jinping a 3rd term. And that's not all
China's ruling party kicks off a national congress on Sunday in which Xi Jinping is expected to secure a third term as party boss and chief of the military.
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China's ruling party kicks off a national congress on Sunday in which Xi Jinping is expected to secure a third term as party boss and chief of the military.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia's siding with Russia on oil cuts causes a rift with Washington
Saudi Arabia's siding with Russia on oil cuts causes a rift with Washington
The decision by the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, has created a breach in U.S.-Saudi relations, with members of Congress calling to retaliate.
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The decision by the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, has created a breach in U.S.-Saudi relations, with members of Congress calling to retaliate.
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NPR News: Men in unions may make $1.3 million more in lifetime than men not in one, study says
Men in unions may make $1.3 million more in lifetime than men not in one, study says
Men who belonged to unions their entire career made up to $1.3 million more, on average, than men who never joined one, according to recently released research.
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Men who belonged to unions their entire career made up to $1.3 million more, on average, than men who never joined one, according to recently released research.
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NPR News: Saudi Arabia's siding with Russia on oil cuts causes a rift with Washington
Saudi Arabia's siding with Russia on oil cuts causes a rift with Washington
The decision by the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, has created a breach in U.S.-Saudi relations, with members of Congress calling to retaliate.
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The decision by the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, has created a breach in U.S.-Saudi relations, with members of Congress calling to retaliate.
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NPR News: COVID took over their high school experience. They want senior year to be different
COVID took over their high school experience. They want senior year to be different
For the class of 2023, every year of high school was disrupted by the pandemic. NPR talked to five seniors about what that's been like.
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For the class of 2023, every year of high school was disrupted by the pandemic. NPR talked to five seniors about what that's been like.
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Wednesday, 12 October 2022
NPR News: The U.S. will take in some Venezuelans while expelling others to Mexico
The U.S. will take in some Venezuelans while expelling others to Mexico
The Biden administration agreed to accept up to 24,000 Venezuelan migrants at U.S. airports while Mexico has agreed to take back Venezuelans who come to the U.S. illegally over land.
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The Biden administration agreed to accept up to 24,000 Venezuelan migrants at U.S. airports while Mexico has agreed to take back Venezuelans who come to the U.S. illegally over land.
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NPR News: Former president of the L.A. City Council resigns after she made racist comments
Former president of the L.A. City Council resigns after she made racist comments
The former president of the L.A. City Council resigned her council seat three days after the release of a secret recording in which she and colleagues engaged in racist conversation.
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The former president of the L.A. City Council resigned her council seat three days after the release of a secret recording in which she and colleagues engaged in racist conversation.
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NPR News: Damien Hirst just burned 1,000 of his paintings and will soon burn thousands more
Damien Hirst just burned 1,000 of his paintings and will soon burn thousands more
As part of his project "The Currency," Damien Hirst released a collection of 10,000 NFTs, each one corresponding to a physical artwork. Buyers could keep either the non-fungible token or the painting.
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As part of his project "The Currency," Damien Hirst released a collection of 10,000 NFTs, each one corresponding to a physical artwork. Buyers could keep either the non-fungible token or the painting.
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NPR News: The Buffalo supermarket gunman won't pursue a psychiatric defense in his state case
The Buffalo supermarket gunman won't pursue a psychiatric defense in his state case
In a statement to NPR, a spokesperson for the New York State Unified Court System said the defense has "neither filed a notice nor requested an extension to do so."
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In a statement to NPR, a spokesperson for the New York State Unified Court System said the defense has "neither filed a notice nor requested an extension to do so."
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NPR News: Damien Hirst just burned 1,000 of his paintings and will soon burn thousands more
Damien Hirst just burned 1,000 of his paintings and will soon burn thousands more
As part of his project "The Currency," Damien Hirst released a collection of 10,000 NFTs, each one corresponding to a physical artwork. Buyers could keep either the non-fungible token or the painting.
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As part of his project "The Currency," Damien Hirst released a collection of 10,000 NFTs, each one corresponding to a physical artwork. Buyers could keep either the non-fungible token or the painting.
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NPR News: An ex-police officer is charged after shooting a teenager eating in a parking lot
An ex-police officer is charged after shooting a teenager eating in a parking lot
A now-former San Antonio police officer was charged Tuesday with aggravated assault by a peace officer for shooting and gravely wounding a teen eating a hamburger in his car in a parking lot.
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A now-former San Antonio police officer was charged Tuesday with aggravated assault by a peace officer for shooting and gravely wounding a teen eating a hamburger in his car in a parking lot.
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Tuesday, 11 October 2022
NPR News: Biden is rethinking the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia after OPEC cuts
Biden is rethinking the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia after OPEC cuts
After the cartel said it would cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day starting next month, the White House said it's time to look at the longstanding partnership with Saudi Arabia.
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After the cartel said it would cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day starting next month, the White House said it's time to look at the longstanding partnership with Saudi Arabia.
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NPR News: Blink-182 are getting the band back together with a new tour
Blink-182 are getting the band back together with a new tour
Blink-182 announced new tour dates and music, with Tom DeLonge rejoining Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker for the first time since 2015.
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Blink-182 announced new tour dates and music, with Tom DeLonge rejoining Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker for the first time since 2015.
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NPR News: Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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NPR News: News brief: Russia under pressure, North Korea missile tests, LA City Council turmoil
News brief: Russia under pressure, North Korea missile tests, LA City Council turmoil
Russia carries out rounds of airstrikes across Ukraine. North Korea confirms a simulated use of nukes to destroy its enemies. After racist comments, LA City Council president resigns leadership post.
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Russia carries out rounds of airstrikes across Ukraine. North Korea confirms a simulated use of nukes to destroy its enemies. After racist comments, LA City Council president resigns leadership post.
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NPR News: Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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NPR News: Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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NPR News: A 2,560-pound Minnesota pumpkin was crowned the winner at this year's weigh-off
A 2,560-pound Minnesota pumpkin was crowned the winner at this year's weigh-off
The winning pumpkin, grown by a Minnesota teacher, set a new North American record for heaviest pumpkin.
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The winning pumpkin, grown by a Minnesota teacher, set a new North American record for heaviest pumpkin.
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NPR News: Is 'rainbow fentanyl' a threat to your kids this Halloween? Experts say no
Is 'rainbow fentanyl' a threat to your kids this Halloween? Experts say no
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning that drug dealers are marketing rainbow-colored fentanyl to kids. Many drug experts say that's likely not happening.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning that drug dealers are marketing rainbow-colored fentanyl to kids. Many drug experts say that's likely not happening.
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Monday, 10 October 2022
NPR News: Pioneering DJ Art Laboe, who coined 'oldies but goodies,' dies at 97
Pioneering DJ Art Laboe, who coined 'oldies but goodies,' dies at 97
Laboe is credited with inventing the "oldies, but goodies" phrase, as well as with helping end segregation in Southern California by organizing live DJ shows that attracted a diverse audience.
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Laboe is credited with inventing the "oldies, but goodies" phrase, as well as with helping end segregation in Southern California by organizing live DJ shows that attracted a diverse audience.
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NPR News: Which Indigenous lands are you on? This map will show you
Which Indigenous lands are you on? This map will show you
Native Land Digital, a Canadian nonprofit, offers resources for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to learn more about the land and its history. It hopes its map will be just a part of that journey.
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Native Land Digital, a Canadian nonprofit, offers resources for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to learn more about the land and its history. It hopes its map will be just a part of that journey.
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NPR News: Ashley Garner thought her wedding ring was gone for good
Ashley Garner thought her wedding ring was gone for good
She lost it outside her Florida home days before Hurricane Ian hit. After it passed, the family ventured out to clean up. Her husband spotted something glinting beneath some brush — it was the ring.
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She lost it outside her Florida home days before Hurricane Ian hit. After it passed, the family ventured out to clean up. Her husband spotted something glinting beneath some brush — it was the ring.
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NPR News: For Chileans blinded in police violence, making music has become one path to healing
For Chileans blinded in police violence, making music has become one path to healing
All members of HacÃa la Victoria ("Onward to Victory") sustained eye injuries during clashes with police in anti-government protests in 2019. Their lyrics focus on police brutality and their own pain.
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All members of HacÃa la Victoria ("Onward to Victory") sustained eye injuries during clashes with police in anti-government protests in 2019. Their lyrics focus on police brutality and their own pain.
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NPR News: A rural community in New York aims to turn vacant homes into affordable living spaces
A rural community in New York aims to turn vacant homes into affordable living spaces
The country's got a severe shortage of housing. Yet in many parts of the rural United States, houses sit abandoned and in need of repair.
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The country's got a severe shortage of housing. Yet in many parts of the rural United States, houses sit abandoned and in need of repair.
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NPR News: Harvey Weinstein faces his next criminal trial in Los Angeles this week
Harvey Weinstein faces his next criminal trial in Los Angeles this week
Weinstein, a former Hollywood producer, is already serving his 23 year prison sentence doled out by a New York criminal court two years ago.
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Weinstein, a former Hollywood producer, is already serving his 23 year prison sentence doled out by a New York criminal court two years ago.
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NPR News: For Chileans blinded in police violence, making music has become one path to healing
For Chileans blinded in police violence, making music has become one path to healing
All members of HacÃa la Victoria ("Onward to Victory") sustained eye injuries during clashes with police in anti-government protests in 2019. Their lyrics focus on police brutality and their own pain.
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All members of HacÃa la Victoria ("Onward to Victory") sustained eye injuries during clashes with police in anti-government protests in 2019. Their lyrics focus on police brutality and their own pain.
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NPR News: Explosions hit central Ukraine's capital and other cities in apparent missile strikes
Explosions hit central Ukraine's capital and other cities in apparent missile strikes
Multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early Monday following months of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital, as strikes were reported in other Ukrainian cities such as Dnipro and Lviv.
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Multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early Monday following months of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital, as strikes were reported in other Ukrainian cities such as Dnipro and Lviv.
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NPR News: Explosions hit central Ukraine's capital and other cities in apparent missile strikes
Explosions hit central Ukraine's capital and other cities in apparent missile strikes
Multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early Monday following months of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital, as strikes were reported in other Ukrainian cities such as Dnipro and Lviv.
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Multiple explosions rocked Kyiv early Monday following months of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital, as strikes were reported in other Ukrainian cities such as Dnipro and Lviv.
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Sunday, 9 October 2022
NPR News: A parents' lawsuit accuses Amazon of selling suicide kits to teenagers
A parents' lawsuit accuses Amazon of selling suicide kits to teenagers
Amazon sold the food preservative sodium nitrite, which lawyers say has no household use at high purity levels, to people who later killed themselves using the substance, the suit claims.
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Amazon sold the food preservative sodium nitrite, which lawyers say has no household use at high purity levels, to people who later killed themselves using the substance, the suit claims.
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NPR News: How Italian opera influenced Mexican ranchera
How Italian opera influenced Mexican ranchera
The influence can be traced back to the 1800s when opera companies and their star singers traveled from Italy to perform across the country.
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The influence can be traced back to the 1800s when opera companies and their star singers traveled from Italy to perform across the country.
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NPR News: Russians step up strikes on Ukrainian town after bridge explosion
Russians step up strikes on Ukrainian town after bridge explosion
A Russian barrage pounded apartment buildings and other targets in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, killing at least 17 people and wounding dozens, officials said Sunday.
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A Russian barrage pounded apartment buildings and other targets in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, killing at least 17 people and wounding dozens, officials said Sunday.
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NPR News: Iranian protesters hack State TV with images of supreme leader surrounded by flames
Iranian protesters hack State TV with images of supreme leader surrounded by flames
Anti-government demonstrations erupted Saturday in several locations across Iran as the most sustained protests in years against a deeply entrenched theocracy entered their fourth week.
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Anti-government demonstrations erupted Saturday in several locations across Iran as the most sustained protests in years against a deeply entrenched theocracy entered their fourth week.
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NPR News: Iranian protesters hack State TV with images of supreme leader surrounded by flames
Iranian protesters hack State TV with images of supreme leader surrounded by flames
Anti-government demonstrations erupted Saturday in several locations across Iran as the most sustained protests in years against a deeply entrenched theocracy entered their fourth week.
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Anti-government demonstrations erupted Saturday in several locations across Iran as the most sustained protests in years against a deeply entrenched theocracy entered their fourth week.
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Saturday, 8 October 2022
NPR News: More than a week after Hurricane Ian, the shock of what's ahead settles in for people
More than a week after Hurricane Ian, the shock of what's ahead settles in for people
Across Southwest Florida, the long road to recovery is coming into focus as people try to pick up the pieces after Hurricane Ian. Many will rebuild, others will leave and some don't know what's next.
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Across Southwest Florida, the long road to recovery is coming into focus as people try to pick up the pieces after Hurricane Ian. Many will rebuild, others will leave and some don't know what's next.
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NPR News: Blast hits Crimea bridge, a key supply route in Russia's war
Blast hits Crimea bridge, a key supply route in Russia's war
A truck bomb caused a fire and the collapse of a section of a bridge linking Russia-controlled Crimea with Russia, Russian officials say, damaging a key supply route for Moscow's faltering war effort.
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A truck bomb caused a fire and the collapse of a section of a bridge linking Russia-controlled Crimea with Russia, Russian officials say, damaging a key supply route for Moscow's faltering war effort.
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NPR News: Crimea bridge blast could escalate Russia's war in Ukraine
Crimea bridge blast could escalate Russia's war in Ukraine
A truck bomb caused a fire and the collapse of a section of a bridge linking Russia-controlled Crimea with Russia, Russian officials say, damaging a key supply route for Moscow's faltering war effort.
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A truck bomb caused a fire and the collapse of a section of a bridge linking Russia-controlled Crimea with Russia, Russian officials say, damaging a key supply route for Moscow's faltering war effort.
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NPR News: A Ukrainian city struggles after Russian forces blew up its water supply
A Ukrainian city struggles after Russian forces blew up its water supply
Russian missiles ruptured Mykolaiv's pipelines. They stretch across territory under Russian control, making it impossible for municipal workers to repair them. With winter coming, worries are rising.
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Russian missiles ruptured Mykolaiv's pipelines. They stretch across territory under Russian control, making it impossible for municipal workers to repair them. With winter coming, worries are rising.
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NPR News: Dallas residents are dealing with a nuisance. Well, many — a caterpillar outbreak
Dallas residents are dealing with a nuisance. Well, many — a caterpillar outbreak
Cankerworms and hackberry leafrollers are feasting on foliage and leaving yards in the Dallas-Fort Worth area covered in silk. Scientists attribute the outbreak to recent heavy rains.
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Cankerworms and hackberry leafrollers are feasting on foliage and leaving yards in the Dallas-Fort Worth area covered in silk. Scientists attribute the outbreak to recent heavy rains.
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NPR News: A Ukrainian city struggles after Russian forces blew up its water supply
A Ukrainian city struggles after Russian forces blew up its water supply
Russian missiles ruptured Mykolaiv's pipelines. They stretch across territory under Russian control, making it impossible for municipal workers to repair them. With winter coming, worries are rising.
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Russian missiles ruptured Mykolaiv's pipelines. They stretch across territory under Russian control, making it impossible for municipal workers to repair them. With winter coming, worries are rising.
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NPR News: Georgia prosecutor seeks testimony from Flynn and Gingrich in state election probe
Georgia prosecutor seeks testimony from Flynn and Gingrich in state election probe
A Georgia prosecutor filed paperwork seeking to compel testimony from a new batch of Trump allies, including former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich and former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
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A Georgia prosecutor filed paperwork seeking to compel testimony from a new batch of Trump allies, including former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich and former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
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Friday, 7 October 2022
NPR News: Appeals court ruling allows Arizona abortions to restart
Appeals court ruling allows Arizona abortions to restart
Abortions can take place again in Arizona, at least for now, after an appeals court on Friday blocked enforcement of a pre-statehood law that almost entirely criminalized the procedure.
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Abortions can take place again in Arizona, at least for now, after an appeals court on Friday blocked enforcement of a pre-statehood law that almost entirely criminalized the procedure.
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NPR News: Philadelphia apologizes for experiments on Black inmates
Philadelphia apologizes for experiments on Black inmates
The city of Philadelphia issued an apology Thursday for the unethical medical experiments performed on mostly Black inmates at its Holmesburg Prison from the 1950s through the 1970s.
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The city of Philadelphia issued an apology Thursday for the unethical medical experiments performed on mostly Black inmates at its Holmesburg Prison from the 1950s through the 1970s.
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NPR News: Nobel Peace Prize: Human rights activists in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus are honored
Nobel Peace Prize: Human rights activists in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus are honored
The winners are human rights advocate Ales Bialiatski from Belarus, as well as the Russian human rights organization Memorial and the Ukrainian human rights organization Center for Civil Liberties.
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The winners are human rights advocate Ales Bialiatski from Belarus, as well as the Russian human rights organization Memorial and the Ukrainian human rights organization Center for Civil Liberties.
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NPR News: Trial opens for the case that ignited Australia's #MeToo movement
Trial opens for the case that ignited Australia's #MeToo movement
The trial of parliamentary staffer Brittany Higgins' alleged rapist, which began on Tuesday and could last up to six weeks, may become one of the country's most-watched court cases in decades.
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The trial of parliamentary staffer Brittany Higgins' alleged rapist, which began on Tuesday and could last up to six weeks, may become one of the country's most-watched court cases in decades.
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NPR News: I always avoided family duties. Then my dad had a fall and everything changed
I always avoided family duties. Then my dad had a fall and everything changed
When my father doesn't answer the phone, I don't think anything of it. He's 75 years old and doesn't always want to talk. I didn't know at the time how much was about to change.
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When my father doesn't answer the phone, I don't think anything of it. He's 75 years old and doesn't always want to talk. I didn't know at the time how much was about to change.
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NPR News: Trial opens for the case that ignited Australia's #MeToo movement
Trial opens for the case that ignited Australia's #MeToo movement
The trial of parliamentary staffer Brittany Higgins' alleged rapist, which began on Tuesday and could last up to six weeks, may become one of the country's most-watched court cases in decades.
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The trial of parliamentary staffer Brittany Higgins' alleged rapist, which began on Tuesday and could last up to six weeks, may become one of the country's most-watched court cases in decades.
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Thursday, 6 October 2022
NPR News: 2 are dead and 6 are injured in stabbings along the Las Vegas Strip, police say
2 are dead and 6 are injured in stabbings along the Las Vegas Strip, police say
An attacker with a large kitchen knife killed two people and wounded six others in stabbings along the Las Vegas Strip before being arrested Thursday, police said.
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An attacker with a large kitchen knife killed two people and wounded six others in stabbings along the Las Vegas Strip before being arrested Thursday, police said.
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NPR News: Biden has $52 billion for semiconductors. Today, work begins to spend that windfall
Biden has $52 billion for semiconductors. Today, work begins to spend that windfall
President Biden is touting new semiconductor investments in New York today. Back at the White House, a new team is meeting with cabinet members to work out how to spend $52 billion from Congress.
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President Biden is touting new semiconductor investments in New York today. Back at the White House, a new team is meeting with cabinet members to work out how to spend $52 billion from Congress.
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NPR News: One Florida community built to weather hurricanes endured Ian with barely a scratch
One Florida community built to weather hurricanes endured Ian with barely a scratch
Hundreds of thousands of people in southwest Florida still don't have electricity or water. But Babcock Ranch, north of Fort Myers, was designed and built to withstand the most powerful storms.
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Hundreds of thousands of people in southwest Florida still don't have electricity or water. But Babcock Ranch, north of Fort Myers, was designed and built to withstand the most powerful storms.
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NPR News: Why French cities are refusing to show World Cup games on giant public screens
Why French cities are refusing to show World Cup games on giant public screens
The World Cup begins next month in Qatar. France is the defending champion, but French cities have decided not to show the games at public gatherings to protest Qatar's record on human rights.
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The World Cup begins next month in Qatar. France is the defending champion, but French cities have decided not to show the games at public gatherings to protest Qatar's record on human rights.
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NPR News: Biden has $52 billion for semiconductors. Today, work begins to spend that windfall
Biden has $52 billion for semiconductors. Today, work begins to spend that windfall
President Biden is touting new semiconductor investments in New York today. Back at the White House, a new team is meeting with cabinet members to work out how to spend $52 billion from Congress.
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President Biden is touting new semiconductor investments in New York today. Back at the White House, a new team is meeting with cabinet members to work out how to spend $52 billion from Congress.
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NPR News: Russian rockets slam into Ukrainian city near nuclear plant
Russian rockets slam into Ukrainian city near nuclear plant
Seven Russian rockets slammed into residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia early Thursday, killing two people in the city close to Europe's biggest nuclear power plant, the governor of the region said.
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Seven Russian rockets slammed into residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia early Thursday, killing two people in the city close to Europe's biggest nuclear power plant, the governor of the region said.
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NPR News: Russian rockets slam into Ukrainian city near nuclear plant
Russian rockets slam into Ukrainian city near nuclear plant
Seven Russian rockets slammed into residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia early Thursday, killing two people in the city close to Europe's biggest nuclear power plant, the governor of the region said.
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Seven Russian rockets slammed into residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia early Thursday, killing two people in the city close to Europe's biggest nuclear power plant, the governor of the region said.
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NPR News: A kidnapped baby, parents and uncle are found dead in California
A kidnapped baby, parents and uncle are found dead in California
A baby girl, her parents and uncle were found dead in a central California orchard two days after they were kidnapped at gunpoint from their business, police said.
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A baby girl, her parents and uncle were found dead in a central California orchard two days after they were kidnapped at gunpoint from their business, police said.
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Wednesday, 5 October 2022
NPR News: An appeals court rules against DACA, but the program continues — for now
An appeals court rules against DACA, but the program continues — for now
The Fifth Circuit said a federal district judge in Texas should take another look at the program following the revisions adopted by the Biden administration, leaving the future of DACA up in the air.
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The Fifth Circuit said a federal district judge in Texas should take another look at the program following the revisions adopted by the Biden administration, leaving the future of DACA up in the air.
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NPR News: OPEC+ is expected to cut oil production as it seeks to boost the price
OPEC+ is expected to cut oil production as it seeks to boost the price
Wednesday's meeting of the 24 OPEC+ oil-producing countries comes when much of the world is battling soaring energy costs. A cut in oil production is backed by Saudi Arabia and could benefit Russia.
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Wednesday's meeting of the 24 OPEC+ oil-producing countries comes when much of the world is battling soaring energy costs. A cut in oil production is backed by Saudi Arabia and could benefit Russia.
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NPR News: A Michigan judge drops felony charges against 7 people in Flint water scandal
A Michigan judge drops felony charges against 7 people in Flint water scandal
The dismissal for 7 people was significant but not a surprise after the Michigan Supreme Court earlier said a different judge acting as a one-person grand jury had no authority to issue indictments.
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The dismissal for 7 people was significant but not a surprise after the Michigan Supreme Court earlier said a different judge acting as a one-person grand jury had no authority to issue indictments.
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NPR News: OPEC+ is expected to cut oil production as it seeks to boost the price
OPEC+ is expected to cut oil production as it seeks to boost the price
Wednesday's meeting of the 24 OPEC+ oil-producing countries comes when much of the world is battling soaring energy costs. A cut in oil production is backed by Saudi Arabia and could benefit Russia.
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Wednesday's meeting of the 24 OPEC+ oil-producing countries comes when much of the world is battling soaring energy costs. A cut in oil production is backed by Saudi Arabia and could benefit Russia.
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NPR News: A South Korea missile blows up in a drill and panics a nearby city
A South Korea missile blows up in a drill and panics a nearby city
A malfunctioning South Korean ballistic missile blew up as it plowed into the ground Wednesday during a live-fire drill, panicking and confusing residents of the coastal city of Gangneung.
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A malfunctioning South Korean ballistic missile blew up as it plowed into the ground Wednesday during a live-fire drill, panicking and confusing residents of the coastal city of Gangneung.
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NPR News: A South Korea missile blows up in a drill and panics a nearby city
A South Korea missile blows up in a drill and panics a nearby city
A malfunctioning South Korean ballistic missile blew up as it plowed into the ground Wednesday during a live-fire drill, panicking and confusing residents of the coastal city of Gangneung.
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A malfunctioning South Korean ballistic missile blew up as it plowed into the ground Wednesday during a live-fire drill, panicking and confusing residents of the coastal city of Gangneung.
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Tuesday, 4 October 2022
NPR News: A tiny fish that once caused an epic conservation fight is no longer under threat
A tiny fish that once caused an epic conservation fight is no longer under threat
The snail darter, a tiny Southeastern fish that derailed a federal dam during an epic battle over Endangered Species Act protection in the '70s, is no longer considered imperiled, officials announced.
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The snail darter, a tiny Southeastern fish that derailed a federal dam during an epic battle over Endangered Species Act protection in the '70s, is no longer considered imperiled, officials announced.
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NPR News: Former Northeastern employee arrested and charged with faking a bomb blast on campus
Former Northeastern employee arrested and charged with faking a bomb blast on campus
The suspect staged the explosion, triggering a massive police response and campus evacuation, officials say. Authorities believe a letter he said accompanied the explosives also came from him.
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The suspect staged the explosion, triggering a massive police response and campus evacuation, officials say. Authorities believe a letter he said accompanied the explosives also came from him.
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NPR News: Iran's president tries to appease public anger as protests spread to schools
Iran's president tries to appease public anger as protests spread to schools
President Ebrahim Raisi said Iran had "shortcomings" but said the unrest sparked last month by the death of a woman in the custody of the country's morality police was a plot by Iran's enemies.
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President Ebrahim Raisi said Iran had "shortcomings" but said the unrest sparked last month by the death of a woman in the custody of the country's morality police was a plot by Iran's enemies.
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NPR News: The Nord Stream pipelines have stopped leaking. But the methane emitted broke records
The Nord Stream pipelines have stopped leaking. But the methane emitted broke records
The Nord Stream pipeline leak might be the single largest release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Experts say it pales in comparison to ongoing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
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The Nord Stream pipeline leak might be the single largest release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Experts say it pales in comparison to ongoing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
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NPR News: Meet the California farmers awash in Colorado River water, even in a drought
Meet the California farmers awash in Colorado River water, even in a drought
A single irrigation district in California, along the Mexican border, takes more water from the Colorado River than all of Arizona and Nevada. It's under pressure to use less.
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A single irrigation district in California, along the Mexican border, takes more water from the Colorado River than all of Arizona and Nevada. It's under pressure to use less.
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NPR News: The Nord Stream pipelines have stopped leaking. But the methane emitted broke records
The Nord Stream pipelines have stopped leaking. But the methane emitted broke records
The Nord Stream pipeline leak might be the single largest release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Experts say it pales in comparison to ongoing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
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The Nord Stream pipeline leak might be the single largest release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Experts say it pales in comparison to ongoing methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
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Monday, 3 October 2022
NPR News: See aerial pictures that show Hurricane Ian's toll
See aerial pictures that show Hurricane Ian's toll
A destroyed Sanibel Causeway, eroded beaches and piled up boats are just some of the scenes of devastation that were captured.
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A destroyed Sanibel Causeway, eroded beaches and piled up boats are just some of the scenes of devastation that were captured.
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NPR News: North Korea fires a ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea fires a ballistic missile over Japan
The Japanese prime minister's office said at least one missile fired from North Korea flew over Japan and was believed to have landed in the Pacific Ocean.
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The Japanese prime minister's office said at least one missile fired from North Korea flew over Japan and was believed to have landed in the Pacific Ocean.
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NPR News: North Korea fires a ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea fires a ballistic missile over Japan
The Japanese prime minister's office said at least one missile fired from North Korea flew over Japan and was believed to have landed in the Pacific Ocean.
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The Japanese prime minister's office said at least one missile fired from North Korea flew over Japan and was believed to have landed in the Pacific Ocean.
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NPR News: How do you protect critical infrastructure against potential sabotage?
How do you protect critical infrastructure against potential sabotage?
NPR's A Martinez speaks to Juliette Kayyem of Harvard's Kennedy School of Government about the challenges of securing energy infrastructure after last week's suspicious Nord Stream pipeline leaks.
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NPR's A Martinez speaks to Juliette Kayyem of Harvard's Kennedy School of Government about the challenges of securing energy infrastructure after last week's suspicious Nord Stream pipeline leaks.
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NPR News: Hurricane Ian damage in Florida is estimated to be tens of billions of dollars
Hurricane Ian damage in Florida is estimated to be tens of billions of dollars
Florida residents are assessing hurricane damage and insurance providers are expecting to see a rush of claims. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rich Gibson of the American Academy of Actuaries.
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Florida residents are assessing hurricane damage and insurance providers are expecting to see a rush of claims. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rich Gibson of the American Academy of Actuaries.
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NPR News: Rescue efforts in Florida are still being hampered by floodwaters from Ian
Rescue efforts in Florida are still being hampered by floodwaters from Ian
The city of Arcadia, Fla., is 50 miles inland from the Gulf Coast, but it's still grappling with the water Hurricane Ian dumped last week. The flooded Peace River has cut off thousands of homes.
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The city of Arcadia, Fla., is 50 miles inland from the Gulf Coast, but it's still grappling with the water Hurricane Ian dumped last week. The flooded Peace River has cut off thousands of homes.
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NPR News: Florida officials face questions over the late evacuation order in Lee County
Florida officials face questions over the late evacuation order in Lee County
Local authorities ordered a mandatory evacuation for part of Lee County on Tuesday, just one day before the Category 4 storm made mainland landfall.
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Local authorities ordered a mandatory evacuation for part of Lee County on Tuesday, just one day before the Category 4 storm made mainland landfall.
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NPR News: In one Fort Myers neighborhood, residents feel forsaken in the aftermath of Ian
In one Fort Myers neighborhood, residents feel forsaken in the aftermath of Ian
In historically African-American Dunbar, some think that they are being ignored by authorities who are more concerned about helping affluent seaside communities.
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In historically African-American Dunbar, some think that they are being ignored by authorities who are more concerned about helping affluent seaside communities.
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NPR News: Come along as we connect the dots between climate, migration and the far-right
Come along as we connect the dots between climate, migration and the far-right
Today, we are launching a project to look at how the ripples of climate change are radiating outward. Beginning in Senegal, we will connect the dots between climate, migration and political extremism.
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Today, we are launching a project to look at how the ripples of climate change are radiating outward. Beginning in Senegal, we will connect the dots between climate, migration and political extremism.
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NPR News: Sacheen Littlefeather, who gave Marlon Brando's Oscar rejection speech, dies at 75
Sacheen Littlefeather, who gave Marlon Brando's Oscar rejection speech, dies at 75
In 1973, Littlefeather provided one of the most dramatic moments in Oscar history: Offering Brando's regrets for refusing the award because of Hollywood's treatment and portrayal of Native Americans.
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In 1973, Littlefeather provided one of the most dramatic moments in Oscar history: Offering Brando's regrets for refusing the award because of Hollywood's treatment and portrayal of Native Americans.
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Sunday, 2 October 2022
NPR News: Brazil's presidential election heads to a runoff between Lula and Bolsonaro
Brazil's presidential election heads to a runoff between Lula and Bolsonaro
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the left-wing former president, won more votes than right-wing incumbent President Jair Bolsonaro, but not enough to win outright in the 11-candidate race.
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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the left-wing former president, won more votes than right-wing incumbent President Jair Bolsonaro, but not enough to win outright in the 11-candidate race.
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NPR News: Without these Latino composers, Hollywood wouldn't sound the same
Without these Latino composers, Hollywood wouldn't sound the same
The Hollywood playlist of Latino film composers includes Maria Grever, AgustÃn Lara, Lalo Schifrin, Gustavo Santaolalla, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Germaine Franco.
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The Hollywood playlist of Latino film composers includes Maria Grever, AgustÃn Lara, Lalo Schifrin, Gustavo Santaolalla, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Germaine Franco.
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NPR News: Flooding and closed roads are some of the challenges Florida's people face after Ian
Flooding and closed roads are some of the challenges Florida's people face after Ian
Flooding cut off I-75 for hours as officials struggle to restore power and water to residents in the path of the storm's destruction.
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Flooding cut off I-75 for hours as officials struggle to restore power and water to residents in the path of the storm's destruction.
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NPR News: Without these Latino composers, Hollywood wouldn't sound the same
Without these Latino composers, Hollywood wouldn't sound the same
The Hollywood playlist of Latino film composers includes Maria Grever, AgustÃn Lara, Lalo Schifrin, Gustavo Santaolalla, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Germaine Franco.
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The Hollywood playlist of Latino film composers includes Maria Grever, AgustÃn Lara, Lalo Schifrin, Gustavo Santaolalla, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Germaine Franco.
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NPR News: Brazilians go to the polls, with Lula tipped to beat Bolsonaro
Brazilians go to the polls, with Lula tipped to beat Bolsonaro
More than 120 million Brazilians will vote Sunday in a highly polarized election that could determine if the country returns a leftist to the helm of the world's fourth-largest democracy.
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More than 120 million Brazilians will vote Sunday in a highly polarized election that could determine if the country returns a leftist to the helm of the world's fourth-largest democracy.
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NPR News: Brazilians go to the polls, with Lula tipped to beat Bolsonaro
Brazilians go to the polls, with Lula tipped to beat Bolsonaro
More than 120 million Brazilians will vote Sunday in a highly polarized election that could determine if the country returns a leftist to the helm of the world's fourth-largest democracy.
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More than 120 million Brazilians will vote Sunday in a highly polarized election that could determine if the country returns a leftist to the helm of the world's fourth-largest democracy.
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Saturday, 1 October 2022
NPR News: An Arizona judge won't suspend her ruling that halted abortions in the state
An Arizona judge won't suspend her ruling that halted abortions in the state
An Arizona judge on Friday declined to put her order that allowed enforcement of a pre-statehood law making it a crime to provide an abortion on hold.
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An Arizona judge on Friday declined to put her order that allowed enforcement of a pre-statehood law making it a crime to provide an abortion on hold.
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NPR News: With Ukraine at war, officials hope to bring tourism back to areas away from fighting
With Ukraine at war, officials hope to bring tourism back to areas away from fighting
The war displaced millions of Ukrainians. But officials are trying to entice citizens to travel around the country for pleasure again.
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The war displaced millions of Ukrainians. But officials are trying to entice citizens to travel around the country for pleasure again.
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NPR News: Jackson, Miss., residents struggle with basic needs as the water crisis disrupts life
Jackson, Miss., residents struggle with basic needs as the water crisis disrupts life
Residents in the predominantly Black city confront chronic water system outages that have them finding ways to function without a basic public service – safe and reliable drinking water.
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Residents in the predominantly Black city confront chronic water system outages that have them finding ways to function without a basic public service – safe and reliable drinking water.
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NPR News: North Korea conducts 4th round of missile tests in 1 week
North Korea conducts 4th round of missile tests in 1 week
North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, prompting quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.
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North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, prompting quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.
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NPR News: Dozens are dead from Ian, one of the strongest and costliest U.S. storms
Dozens are dead from Ian, one of the strongest and costliest U.S. storms
At least 30 people were confirmed dead, including 27 in Florida. The powerful storm terrorized millions for most of the week, hitting western Cuba before raking across Florida and then South Carolina.
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At least 30 people were confirmed dead, including 27 in Florida. The powerful storm terrorized millions for most of the week, hitting western Cuba before raking across Florida and then South Carolina.
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NPR News: North Korea conducts 4th round of missile tests in 1 week
North Korea conducts 4th round of missile tests in 1 week
North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, prompting quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.
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North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, prompting quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.
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