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Stories
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Examining President Biden's major economic accomplishments
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Lael Brainard, director of the National Economic Council, about President Biden's economic legacy.
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Jay-Z is latest to be named in the web of allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Rapper Jay-Z has been caught up in allegations surrounding Sean "Diddy" Combs. They have been accused of raping a minor at a party in 2000. Jay-Z is taking action against the attorney filing charges.
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A first in Israeli history: a sitting prime minister is testifying as a defendant
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is taking the witness stand in his own corruption trial. Netanyahu repeatedly had asked to delay the trial due to the Gaza war and his leadership duties.
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Consumers weigh the claim of health benefits against the risks of consuming raw milk
Raw milk has been in the news a lot lately, and many tout its health benefits. We speak with a researcher about misconceptions about unpasteurized dairy products, and the risks of consuming it.
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The final episode of 'Somebody Somewhere' airs Sunday on HBO
NPR's A Martinez talks to Bridget Everett about her Peabody Award-winning show "Somebody Somewhere." The HBO series is about to air its final episode.
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The president of South Korea is facing calls to resign or be impeached
Opposition parties in South Korea filed a motion on Wednesday to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, after he briefly imposed martial law over the country.
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Did election influencers shift power away from traditional experts and media?
Influencers and content creators played a big role in the 2024 election -- from the the political conventions to candidates on podcasts. What does this tell us about the cultural moment we're in?
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The government in France could fall if a no-confidence vote succeeds
The French government faces the no-confidence vote over the prime minister's austerity budget. He's been in office less than three months.
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Morning news brief
South Korea's opposition politicians submit a motion to impeach the president. The U.S. Supreme Court to hear case involving gender affirming care. The French government faces a no-confidence vote.
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Biden pledged multiple times he wouldn't pardon his son Hunter -- then he did
President Biden's move to pardon his son Hunter has been met with criticism — from opponents and some allies. We look at what that means for his legacy.