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The bruising artillery battle in Ukraine has left a scar that is visible from space

NASA-backed researchers say that millions of acres of farmland have been abandoned due to the conflict.

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Want flattering coverage in a top Florida politics site? It could be yours for $2,750

As Florida's established newspapers wither, a leading regional publisher says old rules no longer apply. Politicians and corporate interests say they have to pay him to ensure positive coverage.

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What's plaguing Paris and why are Catholics gathering in Rome? Find out in the quiz

To get the full 11 out of 11 in this week's news quiz, you'll need to know your Nobels and some Vatican vocab. High-school French won't hurt, either.

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The fate of Ukraine funding lies in the balance with speaker's race

The next House speaker will need to win the support of 218 members and Ukraine aid is expected to be a significant factor.

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Kentucky had an outside-the-box idea to fix child care worker shortages. It's working

To woo workers, Kentucky made child care free for child care workers. It's been an effective way to keep child care centers open and staffed.

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Russian strike kills dozens of Ukrainian civilians attending a wake, Zelenskyy says

Rescuers searched for survivors in the remains of the only cafe in the village of Hroza. Around 60 people, including children, were attending a wake at the cafe when the missile hit, officials said.

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The CDC will no longer issue COVID-19 vaccination cards

The CDC said to contact your state health department or vaccination provider for a full record of your vaccines.

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An armed man demanding to talk to Wisconsin's governor was arrested twice in one day

The suspect was arrested earlier with a loaded handgun, demanding to see Gov. Tony Evers. After he made bail, he came back with an assault rifle.

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Former campaign treasurer for Rep. George Santos pleads guilty to federal charges

Nancy Marks, who has served as a campaign treasurer to some of New York's most powerful Republican politicians, admitted committing wire fraud and other crimes. Santos is due back in court Oct. 27.

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U.S. shoots down armed drone flown by NATO ally Turkey

An American F-16 shot down an armed Turkish drone in northeast Syria. Officials said it was the first time the U.S. shot down an aircraft from Turkey, a NATO ally.

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U.S. will resume deportation flights to Venezuela even as thousands flee that country

The Biden administration says flights will resume immediately, its latest attempt to discourage Venezuelan migrants from making the dangerous journey to the U.S.-Mexico border.

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The U.S. Army is falling short of its recruitment goals. She has a plan for that

For years, the U.S. Army has not been able to meet its annual recruitment goal. The Secretary of the Army, Christine Wormuth, is rolling out a plan to address that.

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People working on climate solutions are facing a big obstacle: conspiracy theories

To talk about the current state of climate disinformation, we checked in with three NPR reporters who have reported on climate, disinformation and the media.

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Ex-coach sues Northwestern for $130M for wrongful termination in hazing scandal

Former Northwestern University football coach Pat Fitzgerald is suing the school, saying it wrongfully fired him in the wake of a hazing and abuse scandal that has engulfed the athletic department.

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Grenade fragments were found in bodies in Prigozhin's plane crash, Putin claims

Russian President Vladimir Putin says hand grenade fragments were found in the bodies of people who died in the Aug. 23 crash of mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin's plane.

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Why the UAW strike could last a long time

The United Auto Workers' targeted strike against the Big Three is about gradually ramping up pressure on the automakers while also stretching out the union's strike fund.

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U.S. transition to clean energy is happening faster than you think, reporter says

Huge swaths of the country are pivoting from fossil fuels, toward wind, solar and other renewables. New York Times climate reporter Brad Plumer discusses this progress and roadblocks that lie ahead.

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Men took over a job fair intended for women and nonbinary tech workers

The Grace Hopper Celebration was designed to celebrate and uplift workers who are traditionally underrepresented in the tech industry. This year, men showed up in droves.

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Alabama finally has a new congressional map after a lengthy legal fight

Alabama's new, court-picked map adds a second congressional district where Black voters' preferred candidate is projected to win a majority of the time.

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A mobile clinic parked at a Dollar General? It says a lot about rural health care

Dollar General's primary care experiment could help solve rural America's care shortage. But it's getting a chilly reception in Tennessee.

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Vegetarianism may be in the genes, study finds

Researchers have identified genes linked to vegetarianism. This may help explain why some people who are motivated to give up meat for ethical, environmental or health reasons, don't always adhere.

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Up First briefing: New House speaker search; wind-powered cargo ships

The race is on for House Republicans to find a new speaker. How old technology harnesses wind to power cargo ships and reduce emissions.

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Norwegian playwright Jon Fosse wins the 2023 Nobel Prize in literature

A Norwegian writer, Jon Fosse, has won the 2023 Nobel Prize in literature. Though little-known outside his home country, he is celebrated in literary circles.

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South Korea teachers seek protection from harassment by students' parents

Many South Korean teachers say they have suffered from parents' harassment and excessive demands. This summer, they came out to the streets voicing anger and demanding protection for their rights.

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Roy Wood Jr. says he's leaving 'The Daily Show' but he doesn't hold a grudge

Late night TV has seen a recent exodus of non-white stars — from Desus and Mero and Ziwe to Trevor Noah himself.

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A record 400K migrants have crossed the treacherous Darién jungle to reach the U.S.

Crossings of the dangerous Darién Gap have reached another record, as migrants seek protection or a better future in the United States but lack safer routes to get there.

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A Disney World water slide caused a painful 'wedgie' and severe injuries, suit says

A woman was hospitalized after a ride down Typhoon Lagoon's tallest water slide left her with severe vaginal lacerations and internal organ damage, according to the lawsuit.

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The House can't work without a speaker. How will it choose McCarthy's successor?

Republicans plan to convene for a candidate forum on Tuesday and hold a speakership vote on Wednesday. While it's not clear who will be running, there's no question they face a tough road ahead.

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Black holes can teach us how to live our best lives

Black holes may seem like interstellar enigmas, but they hold some key lessons on how to move through the universe.

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She was bracing for her boyfriend's anger. Then a stranger stepped in

Renée was in an emotionally abusive relationship. At the airport one day, she said a stranger helped remind her that she's worthy of compassion.

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