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Asia Exploring the link between Japan's depopulation and gender inequality Gender inequality is accelerating young Japanese women's flight from rural areas to the cities, further depressing the country's already low birthrate. Anthony Kuhn
Business A matchmaking site helps farmers find buyers for their land Websites fashioned like online marketplaces match aspiring farmers with land owners who want to pass their property to someone who will be a good steward of their work. It's part of a growing trend. Sophia Saliby
The Sudanese army's last stronghold in Darfur has fallen to paramilitary forces Sudan's army has retreated from the key Darfur city of El Fasher after an 18-month siege amid reports of mass civilian deaths. Kate Bartlett
National Why liberals, people of color and LGBTQ Americans say they're buying guns Since Trump's election, gun groups catering to progressives and people of color report a surge in interest as they look to defend themselves in a country that, to them, feels increasingly unstable. Frank Langfitt
Politics Washington, Oregon sue Trump administration to fund SNAP during shutdown Washington and Oregon joined a multi-state lawsuit on Tuesday seeking to force the Trump administration to continue funding the federal food assistance program as the government shutdown continues. Bryce Dole/OPB
Sports After a record-setting Game 3, the Dodgers and Blue Jays return for Game 4 tonight Game 4 in the World Series begins tonight, but most people still haven't recovered from Game 3. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto tied the record for the longest series game at 18 innings. Steve Futterman
Politics A GOP-led House committee takes aim at what it calls Biden's 'autopen presidency' NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with University of St. Thomas law professor Mark Osler about the House Oversight Committee's call for an investigation into President Biden's executive actions signed by autopen. Patrick Jarenwattananon
Politics Want to opt out of AI? State labeling laws might help Some states are passing new laws requiring artificial intelligence to be clearly labeled, especially in regulated industries or on high-stakes documents such as police reports. The labels are crucial for people who'd rather not use AI at all. Martin Kaste
Arts & Life How to decide whether to step back from a difficult relationship — or stick it out When a loved one is behaving in a way that bothers you, should you lean into the relationship or take a break? If you're having trouble deciding, therapist KC Davis offers guiding questions. Clare Marie Schneider
World How Israel is winning the wars and losing the peace Israel has strengthened its security with a series of sweeping military victories in the past two years. It has also become far more isolated internationally, with no clear path ahead. Greg Myre
