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Modi's party takes control of India's West Bengal in key state election
The outcome is expected to strengthen Modi's political position midway through his third term.
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NPR NewsNPR NewsA United jet struck a light pole and a truck near Newark airport, police say
New Jersey State Police say a United Airlines passenger jet struck a light pole and damaged a truck as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Sunday.
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NPR NewsSupreme Court gives abortion pill mifepristone a 1-week reprieve from a major change
The Supreme Court says rules that allow patients to get the abortion pill mifepristone through the mail can stay the same for at least a week.
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NPR NewsThe UAE says Iran resumes attacks as the U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military said it helped two merchant ships transit the Strait of Hormuz, and the United Arab Emirates said it was fending off Iranian missiles and drones.
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NPR NewsThe many ways Trump wants to change D.C., from buildings to statues to parks
Many of the changes Trump wants to make to the White House and the city are facing legal challenges. Some are reversible, while others could reshape the nation's capital for generations to come.
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NPR NewsTrump says U.S. will 'guide' stranded ships through the Strait. And, key Senate races to watch
President Trump announced that the U.S will "guide" stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz. And, Democrats face an uphill battle to gain Senate control. Here are the key races to watch.
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NPR News7 listeners share the best Mother's Day gifts they've ever received
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10. If you're stumped on what to get the moms in your life, get some inspiration from our NPR audience.
NPR NewsNot sure what to get Mom for Mother's Day? Get ideas from our listeners
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10. If you're stumped on what to get the moms in your life, get some inspiration from our audience. They share the best gifts they've ever received from their loved ones.
NPR NewsHere's how medication abortion works with just one drug that's still fully available
A federal appeals court ruling restricts telemedicine access to the abortion drug mifepristone for the whole country, at least temporarily. But another drug that remains available is safe and effective at ending early pregnancy.
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NPR NewsAt the 2026 Met Gala, 'Fashion is Art.' Here's what to expect
On the first Monday of every May, the rich, famous and well-dressed gather in New York City for the Met Gala fundraiser. Ivy Buck offers a lookahead - covering this year's theme, where to watch, who's coming, and more.
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NPR NewsHow the SCOTUS voting rights ruling could affect Congress, according to Eric Holder
Eric Holder, chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, talks with NPR's Michel Martin about a Supreme Court ruling that could pave the way for a drop in Black representation in Congress.
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NPR NewsTrump administration falls behind on wildfire prevention with risky fire season ahead
Many of the nation's overgrown forests are at high risk of burning. Under the Trump administration, work to reduce flammable vegetation fell by more than a million acres compared to previous years.
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NPR NewsIn many states, election-denying candidates are running to control voting
In 23 states, including five presidential swing states, candidates who've denied election results are running for offices that have a direct role in certifying future elections, a new report finds.
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NPR NewsAfter Republicans blocked Indiana redistricting, millions poured in to defeat them
President Trump has thrown his support behind challengers to Republican state senators who opposed his redistricting push.
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NPR NewsThe oldest millennials are 45! This tool helps plan for longevity
The oldest millennials are turning 45 this year. The oldest Gen Xers are now 60. So how prepared will they be to thrive in the decades ahead? A new tool helps people assess beyond just savings.
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NPR NewsAfter NPR investigation, new bill aims to stop 'claim sharks' targeting disabled vets
The bipartisan bill would block companies from using auto-dialers to harvest private information about disabled veterans. The firms charge vets for a service lawmakers say is supposed to be free.
NPR News2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco
Two U.S. service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military exercises in the North African country, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said.
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NPR NewsTrump says the US will 'guide' stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz
The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks.
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NPR NewsHantavirus outbreak kills 3 on cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, WHO says
Hantaviruses are usually spread by exposure to urine, saliva or feces from infected rodents, such as rats or mice. Hantavirus infections are rare but can cause deadly respiratory infections.
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NPR NewsGas prices went up more than 30 cents a gallon last week. How high could they go?
U.S. gas prices were nearly $3 an average prior to the start of the war in Iran.
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NPR NewsPellet found in Secret Service agent's vest links suspect to WHCD attack, Pirro says
The pellet "definitively" links the suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, to the attack, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro told CNN on Sunday.
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NPR News'I just want to see her again' says son of imprisoned Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi
On Thursday, authorities in Myanmar claimed they had transferred Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest. Her son Kim Aris spoke to NPR about his doubts about the regime's account.
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NPR NewsHe recorded his quest for tariff refunds. It shows why billions may never get repaid
After the Supreme Court struck down most of President Trump's tariffs, Richard Brown began lining up the paperwork he needed to get his refund. Experts say many businesses may never get their money back.
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NPR NewsWhy this tribe is buying up hundreds of acres of farmland — and flooding it
The Stillaguamish Tribe in Washington state has been buying land in its traditional territory and removing levees. The goal is to turn farmland into wetlands with the hopes of restoring Chinook salmon.
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NPR NewsHow algorithms wreaked havoc with these workers' schedules and cut their pay
Hourly workers across a number of industries have long been grappling with unstable schedules and pay as their employers use software to slash labor costs and maximize productivity.
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NPR NewsGermany says U.S. troop withdrawal 'anticipated', Spain and Italy could be next
Germany's defense minister is playing down the impact of the Pentagon's decision to pull 5,000 troops from the country, but the move has rattled NATO allies and added to growing fears that Europe can no longer rely on Washington.
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NPR NewsBard College's president to retire after scrutiny of relationship with Jeffrey Epstein
The longtime president of Bard College in New York has announced his retirement, months after it was revealed that he had a much deeper relationship than was previously known with Jeffrey Epstein.
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NPR NewsGolden Tempo takes the Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the 1st woman to train its winner
Golden Tempo has won the Kentucky Derby at odds of 23-1 to make Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
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NPR NewsIran submits 14-point response to U.S. proposal to end war
Iran has presented a 14-point response to the U.S. proposal to end the war, according to Iranian state media.
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NPR NewsTimmy the stranded whale rescued after weekslong effort
Timmy captured the hearts of whale lovers across the globe who rooted for a happy ending for the humpback.
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