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Arts & Life 'The Rock' returns as 'The Smashing Machine' (and says his mom will love this interview) The former WWE wrestler considered pursuing a career in mixed martial arts before realizing, "I don't like getting punched in the face." Johnson plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr in a new film. Terry Gross
Politics What's behind the health care fight that led to the government shutdown It's Obamacare health insurance prices — and how much help 24 million Americans will get with their premiums — that are in dispute. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Politics Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., talks about the government shutdown NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-NY, about the ongoing budget negotiations and the impact of the government shutdown. Leila Fadel
World U.K. police label Manchester's deadly synagogue attack as a 'terrorist incident' The attack took place outside a synagogue in Manchester. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack "appalling" and "all the more horrific" for taking place on Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day. Lauren Frayer
After a 135-year run, Bartell Drugs closes for good Bartell Drugs has been on the decline for years and now it’s gone for good. The last three Bartell stores closed over the weekend. We’ll talk about what this means for pharmacy-goers with Seattle Times business reporter Paul Roberts. Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers
Politics In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear about his cross-party appeal in a state that has always overwhelmingly voted for Trump. Steve Inskeep
National Amid government shutdown, OMB director works to overhaul the federal workforce As Democrats and Republicans trade barbs, Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought works to carry out what the Trump administration calls the "good that can come" from a shutdown. Leila Fadel
National Home to 80k federal workers, this Virginia county feels the shutdown's impact Around 80,000 federal employees call Fairfax County, Virginia, home. County Chairman Jeffrey McKay talks about his community's concerns over the government shutdown and what is being done to help. Steve Inskeep
National Research, curriculum and grading: new data sheds light on how professors are using AI It's not just students, more professors are using AI in the classroom. But they say more guidance is needed on how to use the technology. Lee V. Gaines
World From Madagascar to Morocco: Gen Z protests shake Africa Gen Z-led protests in two diverse African countries highlight frustration over years of poor governance. Fueled by social media, these youth movements are demanding accountability. Kate Bartlett