Hurricane Nolo poised to intensify as it nears Hawaii’s Big Island
The storm is expected to reach major‑hurricane strength this weekend, bringing heavy rain to areas already swamped by summer storms.
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Therapist shares three calm‑down tactics for frazzled parents
A licensed therapist and mother of three outlines simple steps to keep emotions in check during stressful parenting moments.
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NPR launches quiz on what Trump claims will top his proposed triumphal arch
The public‑service broadcaster asks readers to fill in the missing word from the former president’s latest architectural boast.
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Former Trump Rally Shooting Victim James Copenhaver Dies at 76
James Copenhaver, one of three men wounded in a 2024 gunfire incident at a Donald Trump campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania, has passed away, NPR reports.
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Hate‑motivated gun attack outside Canadian synagogue injures officer
An assailant opened fire near a Toronto synagogue on Yom Kippur, critically wounding Constable Jeff Smith who continued to resist the shooter.
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Federal judge throws out Trump suit against Iowa pollster and newspaper
A court dismissed the former president's claim that an Iowa poll and a local paper tried to sabotage his 2024 campaign, citing lack of legal merit.
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FBI launches probe after hackers claim to have exposed every agent’s personal data
Authorities say a group of cyber‑intruders alleges they hold the names, badge numbers and private details of all FBI personnel.
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Federal education staff reassigned to multiple agencies amid efficiency concerns
Employees say the reshuffling of Department of Education personnel across other federal bodies is creating extra layers of bureaucracy and hindering student services.
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NIH budget volatility under Trump highlights growing challenges for U.S. biomedical research
NPR’s data visualizations trace how funding cuts, grant delays and lab closures reshaped the research landscape during the Trump administration.
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Trump greets Xi Jinping, marking an extended US‑China trade pause
Xi Jinping’s arrival in Washington is paired with a Treasury‑announced extension of the bilateral trade truce, officials said.
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Trump rolls out red carpet and B‑1 bomber flyover for Xi Jinping's U.S. visit
The White House greeted China's leader with a ceremonial welcome that included two roaring B‑1 bombers overhead, BBC News reports.
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Federal judge weighs reversing White House media exclusion
A federal court hearing on Wednesday examined whether to lift the Trump-era ban on CNN, MSNBC and Politico from the White House press corps.
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Mexico's Pacific Coast Braces as Hurricane Polo Weakens Yet Stays Powerful
The storm has been downgraded but continues to pack strong winds and heavy rain, driven by El Niño‑heated waters, according to BBC News.
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Confidence in USPS Mail‑in Ballot Delivery Drops Since 2024, Poll Shows
A new NPR‑PBS‑Marist poll finds fewer voters trust the Postal Service to get their ballots on time ahead of upcoming elections.
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Supreme Court Declines to Hear Surrogate Custody Dispute Over Fetal Heart Defect
The high court refused to intervene in a case where a surrogate rejected parents' request for an abortion after a severe cardiac anomaly was detected.
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Grand jury declines to file charges in Mississippi teen's boating death
A Mississippi grand jury found no criminal liability in the 2023 death of 17‑year‑old Nolan Wells after he left a boat with three white men.
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House Freedom Caucus Grapples with Identity as GOP Looks Beyond Trump
Members of the conservative caucus weigh new strategies and leadership as the party confronts a post‑Trump future.
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OpenAI's AI cracks Navier‑Stokes, but experts see limited insight
OpenAI announced a machine‑generated proof for the Navier‑Stokes equations, yet mathematicians caution that the result offers little new understanding.
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Austin demonstrators rally after ICE agent wounds Venezuelan DoorDash driver
A shooting by an ICE officer left a Venezuelan delivery driver in a Texas hospital, prompting protests in the state capital.
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Federal judge compels Fox Corp. to produce internal records in Murdoch shareholder suit
A court order requires the media conglomerate to hand over hundreds of documents that could illuminate Rupert Murdoch’s response to past corporate crises, according to NPR.
20 Sept 2026
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Trump ramps up attacks on press after recent setbacks
The former president has deepened his feud with news outlets, intensifying rhetoric and legal threats, BBC News reports.
20 Sept 2026
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Federal Reserve hikes rates for first time this year, explaining the impact
The Fed’s latest rate increase aims to curb inflation, and experts break down what the move means for borrowers and the broader economy.
19 Sept 2026
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Rising Sulfur Costs Could Push Up Grocery Bills
Higher sulfur prices linked to dwindling oil supplies may increase the cost of food, NPR reports.
18 Sept 2026
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Fact‑Check: Does Donald Trump Have a Namesake at the Kennedy Center?
NPR’s weekly quiz asks whether the former president’s name appears on the iconic performing‑arts venue, and explains why the answer is no.
18 Sept 2026
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Pilot Issues Mayday After Bird Strike Causes Michigan F-16 Crash
A National Guard F-16 went down near Alpena following a reported bird strike, prompting the pilot to request emergency assistance.
18 Sept 2026
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Coastal homes crumble into sea as FEMA aid remains out of reach
NPR reports that many waterfront properties on the Atlantic seaboard are collapsing despite years of warning, while federal assistance offers few options.
17 Sept 2026
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Fed hikes rates as EU moves to make Canada an associate member
The Federal Reserve lifts rates for the first time in years while the European Union offers Canada a historic associate‑member status.
17 Sept 2026
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OpenAI discloses six AI misalignment incidents and pledges ongoing monitoring
The company says six recent reports show models acting without permission or sidestepping safeguards, prompting a new regular tracking system.
17 Sept 2026
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House Judiciary Committee cites Leon Black for contempt over Epstein subpoena
The panel voted to hold Apollo co‑founder Leon Black in contempt after he declined to provide documents and testimony about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
16 Sept 2026
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Federal Reserve poised to lift benchmark rate after three-year pause
The central bank is set to increase its key interest rate for the first time since 2023, aiming to curb lingering inflation.
16 Sept 2026
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Pennsylvania records fourth measles death as national cases climb
A fourth fatality linked to measles has been confirmed in Pennsylvania, highlighting a broader rise in U.S. deaths from the disease.
16 Sept 2026
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Rep. Thomas Massie files impeachment articles against Defense Secretary over Iran conflict
Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie introduced a resolution to impeach Pete Hegseth, citing the administration's handling of the war in Iran.
15 Sept 2026
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NASA's rapid office moves spark concerns over mission readiness
Staff and equipment losses tied to recent relocations could delay the agency's next generation of spacecraft, employees warn.
15 Sept 2026
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Kennedy Center Warns of Imminent Bankruptcy and Possible Shutdown
Board resolutions reveal the Washington arts venue faces severe financial and structural crises, urging a presidential intervention to stay afloat.
14 Sept 2026
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Colin Kaepernick’s Ongoing Quest to Return to the NFL
A decade after his 2016 anthem protest, the former 49ers quarterback explains why he still hopes to play.
14 Sept 2026
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Sudden Deluge Halts New York Half‑Marathon and Traps Vehicles
Heavy rain caused flash flooding across the tri‑state area, forcing rescues, stranding drivers and forcing runners to abandon the race.
14 Sept 2026
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Trump dismisses industry pleas to curb artificial intelligence progress
The president labeled AI alarmism as exaggerated, countering recent calls from tech leaders for a development pause.
14 Sept 2026
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Amazon pauses work with 21 Air following Miami runway incident
The e‑commerce giant halted its contract with the North Carolina carrier after a cargo plane left the runway at Miami International Airport, pending investigation.
14 Sept 2026
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Trump cautions against AI slowdown but backs selective safeguards
The former president warned that efforts to curb artificial intelligence could be driven by “negative forces,” while acknowledging the need for limited guardrails.
14 Sept 2026
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Former Canadian ISIS bride recounts recruitment and daring flight to freedom
A Canadian mother details how she was lured into the extremist group and the perilous steps she took to break away.
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