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U.S. and Qatar agree to prevent disbursal of recently unfrozen Iranian funds

The move follows the deadly attacks by Hamas on Israel and Republican criticism of the White House deal with Iran, where $6 billion was unfrozen in exchange for the release of 5 detained Americans.

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Gap between U.S. income taxes owed and paid is set to keep growing, the IRS says

For tax years 2021 and 2020, the latest to receive such IRS estimates, the projected gross "tax gap" soared to $688 billion and $601 billion, respectively. That is a significant jump from the past.

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Rudolph Isley, a founding member of the Isley Brothers, has died at 84

He was among the Isleys inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992.

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Scalise drops out of race for Speaker of the House, leaving Congress in limbo

Scalise became the Republican nominee in a secret ballot election, but failed to secure enough votes to succeed on the House floor.

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Donald Trump's classified documents case gets new questions from judge and attorneys

At a hearing Thursday, prosecutors asked a U.S. District Judge to decide whether a lawyer representing one of Trump's co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents case has a conflict of interest.

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A Black Texas student suspended for his hairstyle is shifted to an alternative school

Darryl George, a junior at Barbers Hill High School, who was suspended for wearing a natural hairstyle, will be placed in a disciplinary alternative education program through Nov. 29.

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'A Man of Two Faces' is a riveting, one-stop primer on Viet Thanh Nguyen

The Sympathizer author's memoir is cocky and riveting — self-consciously constructed as if written for a standup audience and serving as a generous, one-stop primer for his fiction and scholarly work.

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The NHL bans Pride Tape, setting off a backlash from players and fans

"I'll use the tape — if I have to buy it myself, I will," one NHL player said after the league banned the rainbow-colored tape, which symbolizes pro hockey's pledge to be welcoming and inclusive.

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Graphic novelist Daniel Clowes makes his otherworldly return in 'Monica'

It's his first work in seven years, with a protagonist he says has allowed him to process his own life.

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'Is there any safe place?' Residents say Gaza is under attack like never before

In response to Hamas' surprise attack, Israel has put Gaza under siege and unleashed heavy bombardments. Gaza residents tell NPR there is no is no place to seek shelter, unlike in previous conflicts.

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Race for Speaker of the House slides into uncertainty, again

Less than a day after a majority of House Republicans selected Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., as the Speaker Designate, his support appeared to erode.

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What did Hamas aim to gain by its brazen attack on Israel? Here's what to know

The surprise attack on Israel has brought the militant group back into the spotlight. A Hamas official tells NPR the attack was meant in part to lead to the release of Palestinians in Israeli jails.

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'Walk the talk' or face fines: EU boss tells Musk, Zuckerberg and Tik Tok chief

As Hamas-Israel misinformation spreads, EU digital chief says social media platforms have to quickly remove content featuring hate speech and disinformation or face big fines under new laws.

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Taylor Swift Eras Tour Concert Film arrives a day early as reviews come in

In an Instagram post, the pop star announced that her highly anticipated concert film will be released today, earlier than expected.

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ACT test scores for U.S. students drop to a 30-year low

Scores have fallen for six consecutive years, and the trend accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. The average scores in reading, science and math showed test-takers weren't ready for college.

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Social Security recipients will get a smaller increase in benefits as inflation cools

Social Security beneficiaries will receive a 3.2% cost of living adjustment next year. Inflation has been moderating recently, with consumer prices in September up 3.7% from a year ago.

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Up First briefing: Gaza's humanitarian crisis; Scalise gets House speaker nomination

People trapped in Gaza describe the worsening humanitarian crisis. Republicans nominate Majority Leader Steve Scalise for House speaker.

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Here's how Israel's 'Iron Dome' stops rockets — and why Ukraine doesn't have it

The highly sophisticated, multi-billion-dollar defense system has been under constant redevelopment since its inception in the early 2000s. Here's how it works.

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New proteins, better batteries: Scientists are using AI to speed up discoveries

New artificial intelligence tools are being rapidly developed across the sciences. They may not be able to solve every problem, but in some cases, they're shortening the time to new breakthroughs.

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An overdue reunion became a nightmare for this American family now trapped in Gaza

Wafaa Abuzayda, her husband and baby were visiting family in Gaza when the fighting broke out. Now they're trapped and running low on diapers and milk. She says the U.S. embassy isn't helping.

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Climate rules are coming for corporate America

U.S. regulators are finalizing rules that will make publicly traded companies disclose information about climate change. Other jurisdictions have been announcing similar requirements.

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Take a peek at what NASA brought back from an asteroid

Scientists are thrilled with the tiny asphalt-black rocks, and most of the sample hasn't even been revealed yet.

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Scalise says he's a unifier. The current state of the GOP will test that skill

If elected House speaker, Louisiana Republican Steve Scalise would be the first top House leader from the South since Newt Gingrich served as speaker more than 20 years ago.

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What is a kibbutz? The roots of Israel's communal villages where violence raged

The small, quiet enclaves have long thrived on leftist ideas about collective living. Those located near Gaza suffered some of the worst of the Hamas attacks, with hundreds reported dead.

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A stranger swung in to help when she slipped on ice. Now, she wants to pay it forward

When Lauren slipped on the ice and broke her hip, a stranger stepped in and got her to the hospital.

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Blinken arrives in Tel Aviv as Israel mobilizes along its border with Gaza

The arrival of the U.S. secretary of state is part of a diplomatic tour in the Middle East to show support with Israel following deadly attacks by Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip.

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$1.73 billion Powerball jackpot goes to lucky lottery player in California

The jackpot is the world's second-largest lottery prize after rolling over for 36 consecutive drawings, since the last time someone won the top prize on July 19.

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Auto workers escalate strike as 8,700 workers walk out at a Ford Kentucky plant

The surprise move took down the largest and most profitable Ford plant in the world. The sprawling factory makes pricey heavy-duty F-Series pickup trucks and large Ford and Lincoln SUVs.

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Carlee Russell, accused of kidnapping hoax, will appeal after guilty verdict

A municipal judge on Wednesday found Russell guilty of two misdemeanor charges. The ruling came after Russell's attorneys agreed to "stipulate and appeal" the case, moving the case to circuit court.

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Biden steps up security for Jewish communities in the U.S. after the attack in Israel

President Biden spoke with Jewish community leaders at the White House Wednesday, and said he had asked his administration to boost security for any potential threats to Jews in the United States.

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