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NPR All Things Considered
All Things Considered hosts Ailsa Chang, Mary Louise Kelly, Juana Summers and Scott Detrow present the program's trademark mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews, and offbeat features 7 days a week.
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How did boosting manufacturing in the Amazon pay off for Brazil?
Many countries talk about wanting to boost manufacturing. Decades ago, Brazil did it. They lured international businesses to build a whole bunch of factories…
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Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Spanish territory from Morocco this week
Many of the migrants have now returned. Spanish authorities reported that at least 57 died, among them those who drowned as they attempted to swim to Ceuta, a…
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What's it like to be on the frontlines of the Cyclosporiasis outbreak?
What it's like on the on the frontlines of the public health investigation into cyclosporiasis, in Washtenaw County, Michigan, which just finished with a…
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Trump's plan for Gaza faces huge hurdles ahead
President Trump announced a "historic breakthrough" in his plan to bring peace to Gaza, but huge hurdles remain.
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Democrats show divisions on Israel amid competitive midterm elections
Democratic socialists are on the ballot in high profile races coming up in Michigan and Wisconsin, putting mainstream Democrats in a tough position when it…
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Trump's claims of 250,000 non-U.S. citizens on voter rolls leave some states baffled
Trump officials say they found 250,000 noncitizens on voter rolls in just four states. Those states don't know where the numbers came from, and some worry what…
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The father of a Georgia school shooter has been sentenced for supplying the firearm
The father of a Georgia high school shooter is being sentenced for supplying the gun that was used to kill four people.
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After Fauci Senate hearing, experts worry about 'chilling effect' on public health
The accusations against Dr. Anthony Fauci, once the nation's leading infectious disease expert, have some experts worrying that these events may further erode…
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Pakistan study suggests microbiome may influence preterm birth
A Pakistan study finds one bacteria in pregnant women's colons can indicate her likelihood of reaching full term or having a premature baby.
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Platner energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's challenge will be to keep them engaged
Democrats have a new candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine: Troy Jackson. In one of the country's most closely-watched races, he'll have less than 100 days to…
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Arizona, California face big cuts in anticipated new Colorado River rules
The federal government has decided how to divide the Colorado River among the seven states that share it. Climate-driven drought has made an already…
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Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp becomes a UNESCO World Heritage site
The Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia has joined the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Utah's biggest holiday recognizes the legacy of a Native massacre
Pioneer Day is Utah's 4th of July, celebrating Mormon pioneers' arrival. This year, a rare acknowledgement of a Native American massacre of which little is…
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Haitians face an uncertain future as TPS ends
More than 300,000 Haitians living in the United States are losing Temporary Protected Status. Many now face an uncertain legal future and possible deportation.
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How San Diego Comic-Con has changed over the years
Comic Con International 2026 wrapped up Sunday night. We discuss the weekend's biggest announcements and the ways that the convention is evolving.
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At 92, Ed Dwight looks back on a life that reached for the stars
Ed Dwight is one of the nation's most significant African American sculptors. A retrospective in Denver highlights some of the 92-year-old artist's best-known…
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Authors have mixed feelings about the $1.5B Anthropic copyright infringement ruling
Some say the $3,100 per title payout is small compensation for what they view as big, ongoing threats from the makers of generative AI models.
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Pentagon changes how it releases casualty data as Iran conflict continues
As U.S. service member deaths and injuries from Iranian attacks increased last week, the Pentagon shifted how it releases information on casualties.
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How researchers discovered a new monkey species deep in the rainforest
In the jungle of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a team of researchers discover a new species of monkey, and form a deep friendship along the way.
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Colorado tourist town invests in crafts to build community
A mountain tourist town tries to build year-round community by dedicating a building to to craftspeople, and including affordable housing.
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She turned to ChatGPT during a mental health crisis. Her mother shares her story
A 29-year-old woman confided her suicide plans to an AI chatbot -- not to her therapist, not to her parents, not to her best friend. What can AI learn from her…
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In California, one hockey tournament is just for older players
Snoopy's Senior World Hockey Tournament draws teams from around the world, with divisions for players 40 to 70 and older. It began in the 1970s and was founded…
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Former Wisconsin Democratic chair says U.S. political system must change
Former chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Ben Wikler, talks with NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer about his new book "This is the Plan: How to End America's Meltdown…
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John's colleague told him he didn't belong. It was just what he needed to hear
John Moe was languishing at his job when a woman in HR reminded him of his potential.
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In Memphis, an 'anti-crime' task force quietly turned into an ICE crackdown
The influx of federal agents into the city last fall led to widespread immigration arrests – a majority without criminal convictions. President Trump has said…
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How a novel set in Taiwan sparked a cultural reckoning
Taiwan Travelogue is a novel exploring a journey through 1930s Taiwan under Japanese colonial rule. Today, it's prompting a fresh look at the island's complex…
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Cycling superstar Tadej Pogacar wins Tour de France for fifth time
Tadej Pogacar has won the Tour de France. He's so good, some can't help but wonder if he's the greatest of all time.
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Sen. Tim Kaine calls continued war with Iran 'a bad idea' and 'unaffordable'
NPR's Debbie Elliot speaks with Democratic Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia about his continued opposition to the U.S. war with Iran.
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How classic myths make for big-screen movie magic
What does Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey reveal about the checkered history of myths on the big screen.
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Remembering the Sand Creek Massacre through one objector's letters
In 1864, Captain Silas Soule of the 1st Colorado Cavalry refused orders to kill innocent Native Americans. He wrote letters about the massacre, which may have…
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Amid protests in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heads to the White House
NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with Ukrainian political analyst Oleksandr Kraiev about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's upcoming visit to the White House.
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Ma Rainey, the so-called 'Mother of the Blues,' can now be heard clearer than ever
Ma Rainey was a musical pioneer. Her voice was once scratchy and hard to hear, but is now crystal clear on a new box set.
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Climate change is now threatening a pillar of childhood: summer break
When summer rolls around, many parents scramble to sign up their young kids for outdoor activities. But what do you do when extreme heat and wildfire smoke…
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Wildfire alert in the Western U.S. reaches its highest level
Wildfires have now scorched four million acres of land in the U.S. Federal fire managers say all of the country's resources are currently deployed to major…
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Country star Margo Price delves into America's protest songbook with "Days of Unrest"
NPR's Debbie Elliot speaks with country music star Margo Price, about her new record Days of Unrest.
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Exploring the history of the telephone and how it reshaped the world
As part of NPR's 250th anniversary series America in Pursuit, we're taking a look back at one of America's most significant inventions: the telephone.
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The real cost of the war with Iran
NPR's Debbie Elliot speaks with Linda Bilmes, professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and expert of budgeting and public finance, about why the war between the…
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President Trump just implemented new tariffs. How are small businesses coping?
An NPR business correspondent explains how to cover the complex story of how small businesses are coping with tariffs.
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India's 'cockroach' movement ousts minister, but can Modi calm youth?
Led by Gen-Z youth across India, the movement has become perhaps the biggest challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 12 years in office.
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Democrats in Maine formally nominate Troy Jackson as their new U.S. Senate candidate
Democrats are hoping to move past Graham Platner's scandal-plagued campaign as they look to unseat Susan Collins. In Jackson, they chose a nominee with a…
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St. Louis Democratic House primary exposes party rifts over Israel
St. Louis Public Radio hosted one of the first media appearances this year between Rep. Wesley Bell and former Congresswoman Cori Bush. The primary race is a…
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Trump's relationship with the media on display at Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump is set to speak tonight at the rescheduled White House Correspondents dinner despite his difficult relationship with the press.
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Nicaragua's President Ortega says there will be no more elections, extending his rule
Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega declares "there won't be any more elections," cementing his grip on power and ending hopes for a democratic vote.
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U.S. reports highest number of measles cases in 35 years
For the second year in a row, the U.S. has reported a record-breaking number of measles cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said…
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15 years later, is the FDA's produce safety overhaul working?
Fifteen years ago, the FDA overhauled its safety rules for fruits and vegetables, hoping to prevent outbreaks of foodborne illness. How's that system working…
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Justice Department is offering billions in new grants for police who partner with ICE
The DOJ is offering state and local police $3 billion to cooperate with ICE on federal immigration enforcement, part of a broader effort to expand the…
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Caitlin Clark's All-Star weekend comes with extra baggage
Caitlin Clark is playing some of her best basketball, but debates over her fiery style, flopping and on-court confrontations haven't gone away. The Athletic's…
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Food insecurity remains dire in Gaza despite fewer going hungry, report says
NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with Carl Skau, acting executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme, about a new report on food security in Gaza.
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Why the U.S. is losing the global sunscreen race
American sunscreens are way behind the rest of the world in terms of how well they prevent skin cancer. The Indicator's Darian Woods and Wailin Wong explain…
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Trump's replacement tariffs continue to put pressure on U.S. economy
President Trump slapped replacement tariffs on 59 countries and the European Union to replace expiring ones.
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When a murder victim's son met the man wrongly convicted of the crime
Reporter Barbara Bradley Hagerty and Jay Young speak with NPR's Ailsa Chang about Young's relationship with Benjamin Spencer, the man who was wrongfully…
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Trump officials herald a 'golden age' of science. Critics say it's a distraction
White House officials say they are ushering in a new "golden age" of science, with changes to grantmaking and priorities like AI and quantum computing…
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ICC member nations vote to remove chief prosecutor
Member nations voted to remove chief prosecutor Karim Khan on Friday and the Trump administration is vowing to do whatever it can to dismantle the court.
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How The Illharmonic's mix of hip-hop and classical builds community, one show at a time
The Illharmonic Orchestra blends hip-hop and classical music during live performances. Its leaders tell NPR's Juana Summers how they build community with their…
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West Virginia paid digital nomads to move there during COVID. Many are staying
Ascend West Virginia is one of dozens of relocation initiatives across the country offering cash and other incentives to move to states needing an economic…
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Hrishikesh Hirway writes songs to keep his mother's memory alive
On Wild Card, famous guests answer the kinds of questions we often think about but don't talk about. Musician and podcast host Hrishikesh Hirway talks about…
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How lost-and-found networks reconnect personal belongings to disaster survivors
Extreme weather often washes away personal belongings. Across the country, lost-and-found networks seek to reunite these objects with disaster survivors.
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How to keep an ancient text interesting to students? Make it a summer blockbuster
English teachers are excited to have a new adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey to use to get students excited about the epic poem.
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9 months into ceasefire, areas of Gaza are threatened by Israel's expanding control
The ceasefire left Gaza split in half: Israel's military occupied the east, and 2 million Palestinians squeezed into the remaining areas. But Israeli forces…
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Why these Jewish college students are learning Yiddish
Young Jewish-Americans have been looking for new ways to engage with Jewish culture. Some have found community by learning Yiddish, a language with roots in…