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Police are investigating the Colorado Springs nightclub shooting as a possible hate crime. FTX's new CEO reveals just how big a mess he's dealing with. And, China's "zero COVID" policy stirs dissent.
NPR NewsNPR NewsArmy veteran who stopped Club Q shooter wanted to protect everyone inside like family
Army veteran Richard Fierro was enjoying a night out with his family when a gunman opened fire on a gay club in Colorado Springs. Fierro said he went into "combat mode" to take down the shooter.
NPR NewsHow Twitter's platform helped its users, personally and professionally
For some users, Twitter was more than just an app — it was a stepping stone for their careers and activism
NPR NewsTo fight 'period shame,' women in China demand that trains sell tampons
Menstruation is a taboo subject in China, but women are fighting the stigma with open discussion and campaigns for better access to period products.
NPR NewsClimate change is making the weather more severe. Why don't most forecasts mention it?
Scientists and forecasters are trying to figure out how to talk about the connection between climate change and severe weather. It could have big impacts on how people think about global warming.
NPR NewsWith the GOP in control of the House, here's who's likely to lead key committees
House Republicans make up the majority in the House of Representatives for the 118th Congress. Here's a rundown of the lawmakers likely gaining power in key panels at the beginning of the new year.
NPR NewsHigh demand and prices for lithium send mines into overdrive
Demand for batteries has sent lithium prices soaring. But building new mines is controversial and time-consuming. So existing mines are hitting overdrive and boosting production as much as they can.
NPR NewsSix people and the gunman are dead in a shooting at a Walmart in Virginia
A shooter opened fire in a Walmart in Virginia late Tuesday, leaving six people dead, police said. It's the second high-profile mass killing in a handful of days.
NPR NewsMultiple people have been fatally shot at a Walmart in Virginia, police say
A shooting at a Walmart in Virginia on Tuesday night left several people dead and wounded, though the exact numbers were not immediately known, police said. The shooter was among the dead.
NPR NewsWith student loan relief tied up in court, Biden extends repayments a few months
The president has extended the student loan repayment pause into 2023. Biden said he wants to give lawsuits against debt cancellation time to play out, and the Supreme Court time to weigh in.
NPR NewsHow one man went from a migrant leaving Africa, to an elected official in Spain
Serigne Mbaye's journey is parallel to the larger picture of how climate migration intersects with politics. Now, he is considered one of the most vocal politicians in Madrid for migrant rights.
NPR NewsPhotos: The emotional scenes as the 1st train from Kyiv arrives in liberated Kherson
Family members separated for months poured out onto the platform and embraced their loved ones in tearful, joyful reunions. Passengers gawked as they took in the destruction of Russia's occupation.
NPR NewsIndonesia's earthquake had just a 5.6 magnitude. Why are hundreds of people dead?
Bodies continued to be pulled from debris Tuesday in the hardest-hit city of Cianjur. Experts say proximity to fault lines, the shallowness of the quake and poor infrastructure all worsened the toll.
NPR NewsAtlanta to pay $1 million to the family of Rayshard Brooks, killed by police in 2020
Brooks, a 27-year-old Black man, had fallen asleep in his car in a Wendy's drive-through lane when police were called. The city's payment will settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed by his widow.
NPR NewsCristiano Ronaldo is out at Manchester United after an explosive interview
The termination of the 37-year-old forward's contract comes after an interview in which he criticized manager Erik ten Hag and the club's owners.
NPR NewsTo retire, or not to retire? A journalist goes on quest to figure out what's next
Independence Day author Steve Lopez turned the issue of retirement into a reporting project, speaking to geriatric experts, a psychiatrist, a rabbi, plus people who have retired and some who refuse.
NPR NewsSaudi Arabia shocks Argentina and its star Messi in 2-1 defeat at the World Cup
For Lionel Messi, this World Cup, and the historic upset with Saudi Arabia, is about so much more than soccer. It's about whether or not he can finally come back home to Argentina as a hero.
NPR NewsExperts are concerned Thanksgiving gatherings could accelerate a 'tripledemic'
As the holiday approaches, infectious disease specialists are bracing for the possibility that big family get-togethers and travel will propel the spread of RSV, flu and COVID-19.
NPR NewsThe next round of counting begins in Alaska. Here's how ranked-choice voting works
This process will decide two outstanding congressional races: Republican Lisa Murkowski's seat in the Senate and Democrat Mary Peltola's seat in the House.
NPR NewsExhausted Ukrainian soldiers fight mental fatigue as the war drags on
Commanders say Ukrainian forces' motivation and spirit are the most important weapons in the fight to protect their nation. They are turning to official "morale officers" and psychologists to help.
NPR NewsThe veteran who helped disarm the gunman at gay club says he followed his instincts
"I have nothing but love" for the gay community, says Army veteran Rich Fierro, one of two people police credited with subduing a gunman who went on a shooting rampage at a Colorado Springs nightclub.
NPR NewsMessi and Argentina lose to Saudi Arabia in one of the biggest World Cup upsets ever
Lionel Messi's quest to win the one major title to elude him had a shocking start in what may be his final World Cup, as Saudi Arabia scored twice in a five-minute span of the second half and won 2-1.
NPR NewsOlivia Pichardo is the first woman to make the roster of Division I baseball team
"Olivia put together the most complete walk-on tryout I have seen from a player," said Brown University baseball coach Grant Achilles. Taking the field will fulfill a long-held dream for Pichardo, 18.
NPR NewsRepublicans make marginal gains in South Texas as Democratic power wanes
The Rio Grande Valley has long been a Democratic stronghold in Texas. Republicans invested heavily there but didn't see major gains. Still, marginal progress has Democrats worried.
NPR NewsWringing its hands over FTX's collapse, Washington hopes to prevent more crypto pain
Congress, which has been unable to pass comprehensive crypto legislation, is digging into what happened as regulators try to police the new, mysterious world of virtual currencies with old laws.
NPR NewsHow GOP state supreme court wins could change state policies and who runs Congress
Republican wins in state supreme court races could not only shape abortion and voting rights, but also the balance of power in Washington.
NPR NewsBiography traces public support for J. Edgar Hoover in most of his 48 years in power
G-Man by Yale historian Beverly Gage examines how Hoover held onto power and describes his complicated legacy on racial justice and surveillance.
NPR NewsStates differ on how best to spend $26B from settlement in opioid cases
The cash represents an unprecedented opportunity to derail the opioid epidemic. But with countless groups advocating for a share of the pie, the impact could depend heavily on geography and politics.
NPR NewsMike Pence, pondering a presidential run, condemns Trump's rhetoric on Jan. 6
Former Vice President Mike Pence tells Morning Edition that he and former President Donald Trump have gone "our separate ways." Pence looks back on pivotal moments and ahead to what he might do next.
NPR NewsReality TV's Chrisleys get hefty sentences in fraud case
Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were sentenced Monday to lengthy prison terms after being convicted earlier this year on charges including bank fraud and tax evasion.