NPR » 3 weeks ago
Vice President Harris delivered the closing pitch in her campaign yesterday, reaching out to undecided voters in swing states. And, a look at whether Trump's mass deportation plan is feasible....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
Known as the “Festival of Lights,” Diwali is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in India and across the Indian diaspora, including in the U.S. Many celebrate it with food, gifts and fireworks....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
The Aral Sea has nearly disappeared over the last 60 years. Now, its source rivers are depleting....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
The world’s longest river is at its lowest levels ever due to devastating drought conditions. The dry conditions in Brazil's Amazon rainforest, have left tributaries and the vital waterway parched, stranding river communities, affecting commerce and livelihoods....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
The Geneva Conventions recently marked their 75th anniversary, yet the rules of war are being widely violated. NPR’s Greg Myre reports from two ongoing wars, Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
VP Harris delivers campaign's closing arguments. If reelected, Donald Trump plans mass deportation of undocumented migrants. Federally funded preschool program struggles to hire and pay staff....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
China declared a “complete success” after it launched a new three-person crew to its space station early Wednesday as the country seeks to expand its exploration of outer space....
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
North Gaza's fate is at stake in Israel's offensive. Law enforcement agencies gear up for election violence and result challenges. How much power does a president have to change abortion access?...
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
The question of settlements has loomed over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict for decades, and has only intensified in the past year. According to a UN report, since October 7, 2023, there has been a record surge in settlement activities and increased settler violence against Palestinians. Today on t...
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NPR » 3 weeks ago
North Korea confirmed the launch hours after its neighbors detected the firing of what they suspected was a new weapon....
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