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Famine is spreading in Sudan, a global hunger authority says

This photo released by The Norwegian Refugee Council, shows displaced women and children from el-Fasher on Nov. 3 at a camp in Tawilia, Darfur region, Sudan, where they sought refuge from fighting between government forces and the RSF.

The war involving the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has created the world's largest humanitarian disaster, a leading hunger agency says. The major city of El-Fasher has been particularly hard-hit.

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Judge says Trump administration must fund SNAP. And, what to know about NYC's election

President Trump salutes a Marine as he arrives at the White House on Nov. 2 in Washington, D.C. Trump spent the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida.

Two judges have ordered the Trump administration to fund SNAP benefits. And, New York City voters head to the polls tomorrow to choose between Zohran Mamdani and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the mayoral race.

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Gender inequality accelerates Japan's rural depopulation

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Akita Prefecture has Japan's most aged population, lowest birthrate and fastest declining population. Rigid gender roles are prompting young women to leave rural areas like this for opportunities elsewhere.

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Trump's National Guard deployments aren't random. They were planned years ago

Members of the National Guard patrol near the U.S. Capitol on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C.

President Trump and several others now high up in his second administration have been talking about using the National Guard to help with mass deportations -- and possibly invoking the Insurrection Act -- for years. Now, those plans might be playing out.

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In a fraught political moment, one woman finds comfort on her morning commute

Kate Elsley (Right) with her wife, Tanya Washburn (left)

In 2008, when banning same-sex marriage in California was put on the ballot, Kate Elsley's commute changed. Seeing signs supporting the ban became a reminder of what she might not be able to do.

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Andrew Cuomo fights for his political life and his version of the Democratic Party

Andrew Cuomo on the campaign trail last month in New York City.

Former N.Y. Gov. Andrew Cuomo has a long list of accomplishments, many of them progressive. In the race for New York City mayor, that experience hasn't given him the boost he wanted.

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Democratic voters say California's Prop 50 gives them a way to 'counteract' Trump

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Many voters told NPR they like that California's redistricting measure provides the Democratic-leaning state a rare opportunity to directly counteract President Trump and other Republicans.

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To optimize health, sync your habits with your body clock. Here's how

Our body is an exquisite time-keeping machine. Every cell that has DNA has a molecular clock, but they don

Scientists say the return to "standard time" is good for our health. But the time change can be disruptive and we must also adjust to more winter darkness. Syncing our habits to our body clock helps.

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Despite a ceasefire, Israel has demolished villages in southern Lebanon

Abdul Aziz Chreim at his destroyed home in Houla, Lebanon, on Sept. 26. His house, along with those of his relatives, was destroyed during the Israeli occupation following the ceasefire.

Along Lebanon's border, Israel has continued demolitions and attacks despite a ceasefire in the country's war with Hezbollah last year.

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Mexican mayor killed during Day of the Dead celebrations in Michoacan

People carry the coffin of late Mayor Carlos Alberto Manzo Rodríguez, who was shot during Day of the Dead celebrations, in Uruapan, Michoacan state, Mexico, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025.

The mayor of the Uruapan municipality, in the western state of Michoacan, was gunned down Saturday night in front of dozens of people who had gathered for Day of the Dead festivities, authorities said.

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Trump administration faces Monday deadline on use of contingency funds for SNAP

Dairy products, which are covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is displayed for sale at a grocery store Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.

President Trump's administration faces deadlines on Monday to tell two federal judges whether it will continue to fund SNAP, the nation's biggest food aid program, using contingency funds.

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Israel says it received remains of 3 hostages from Gaza as fragile ceasefire holds

Palestinians walk among destroyed buildings in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, on Sunday.

Israel says the remains of three hostages have been handed over from Gaza and will be examined by forensic experts as a month-old ceasefire holds.

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In Chicago, a Halloween weekend of immigration arrests and violence

A young man confronts federal agents after they arrested a worker at a home in his Edison Park neighborhood on Friday in Chicago.

Over the weekend there were violent clashes between federal agents, witnesses and protesters. Locals say the festivities were muted this year, and fear more violence is in store for the city.

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Kenyan runners win men's and women's races in New York City Marathon

Kenyans Benson Kipruto (L) and Alexander Mutiso celebrate taking first and second place respectively in the New York City Marathon in New York City on Sunday.

Kipruto, an Olympic bronze medalist, narrowly beat fellow Kenyan Alexander Mutiso in the Pro Men's race, as both men finished with a time of 2:08:09.

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How this week's elections in Virginia became about ... everything

Attendees listen as former President Obama joins former congresswoman and current Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger at a rally on Nov. 1 at Chartway Arena in Norfolk.

Earlier this year, "quiet" was one word to describe the Virginia race for governor. Then came DOGE, a text message scandal down ballot, a redistricting surprise, the government shutdown and more.

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Fire and explosion at northwestern Mexico store leave at least 23 dead and 12 injured

Policeman stands near a convenience store destroyed by a fire in Hermosillo, Sonora state, Mexico, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.

A fire and explosion at a convenience store in northwestern Mexico killed at least 23 people, including children, and injured 12 others, state authorities said.

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How U.S.-China tensions leave countries like South Korea stuck in the middle

President Donald Trump shakes hands with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung as he receives a gift of a gold crown and an award of the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, not seen, during a high honor ceremony at the Gyeongju National Museum in Gyeongju, South Korea, Oct. 29, 2025.

President Trump met with President Xi on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit last week. APEC's host, South Korea, is carefully balancing its relations with the U.S. and China.

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Police rule out terrorism in stabbing attack on UK train after 2 men are arrested

A train is parked at the station after a mass stabbing on a London-bound train in Huntingdon, England, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025.

Police said two people who were wounded remain in a life-threatening condition after the attack on Saturday. Passengers reported scenes of panic and chaos ,with many running through the carriages.

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5 German mountaineers die in northern Italy after being hit by avalanche

This photo released by the Italian Alpine and Speleological Rescue Corps on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, rescuers prepare for rescue operations with a helicopter in search of five mountaineers, all German, who were hit by an avalanche Saturday afternoon, Nov. 1, 2025, while climbing the Cima Vertana, in the Ortler mountains in Solda, Italy.

Five German mountaineers died after being hit by an avalanche in South Tyrol, in northern Italy, rescuers said on Sunday.

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They were promised a lifeline to 'graduate' from poverty. Then it was taken away

Participants who

Thousands of South Sudanese refugees and impoverished locals in Uganda saw a brighter future with a new USAID-funded project. They'd get $205 and coaching to build a business. Then came the cuts.

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The time change is a chance to reset your sleep schedule – especially for teens

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Wondering how to help a teen get better sleep? This weekend's time change can be a boost. Here's why. Plus tips from sleep doctors to get more zzzs.

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Trump is leaning into his crackdown on city crime. The GOP sees it as a winning issue

Members of the National Guard walk past the Department of Agriculture headquarters building on Oct. 7 in Washington, D.C.

While previous deployments to Democratic-led cities have largely led to protests and lawsuits, Trump is banking on the moves helping him and Republicans, especially in next year's midterms.

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The declining population will make it even harder to care for elders

Renee DeVigne (left) stands with her husband Maurice White behind his mother, Evelyn White at Knollwood Life Plan Community in Washington, D.C. Maurice and his wife are the primary caregivers for Evelyn, who recently turned 104.

Declining population means caring for parents, grandparents, and other relatives could become even more challenging with fewer professionals and family members to pitch in.

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Mamdani's youth support goes beyond New York. For many, he's now a national leader

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani waves during a campaign rally at Forest Hills Stadium in New York City.

Zohran Mamdani's focus on affordability concerns has energized many young voters around the country, who say he speaks to some of their most pressing economic concerns.

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Smith's homer in 11th lifts Dodgers over Blue Jays 5-4 to become first repeat champion in 25 years

Los Angeles Dodgers

In a World Series for the ages that went back and forth again and again, Will Smith delivered the biggest swing of all for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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UK police detain 2 suspects after train stabbings leave 9 people with life-threatening injuries

Emergency personnel inspect a train at the Huntingdon, England, train station in Cambridgeshire after people were stabbed Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.

British police said 10 people have been hospitalized, nine with life-threatening injuries, following a mass stabbing attack on a London-bound train Saturday evening, and that counter-terrorism police are supporting the investigation.

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10 people hospitalized after UK train stabbing attack, 9 with life-threatening injuries

Emergency personnel inspect a train at the Huntingdon, England, train station in Cambridgeshire after people were stabbed Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.

British police said 10 people have been hospitalized, nine with life-threatening injuries, following a mass stabbing attack on a London-bound train Saturday evening, and that counter-terrorism police are supporting the investigation.

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US carries out new strike in Caribbean, killing 3 alleged drug smugglers

President Donald Trump answers questions from reporters during a roundtable on criminal cartels in the State Dining Room of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens.

The U.S. military has carried out another lethal strike on alleged drug smugglers in the Caribbean Sea.

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Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Here's what to know

Vintage clocks, seen here at the Electric Time Company in Medfield, Mass., will need a reset to reflect Sunday

Love it or hate it, many will turn their clocks back on Sunday. The debate — whether or not to make daylight saving time permanent — continues.

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Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over Christian persecution claims

Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attends an ECOWAS meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, on June 22, 2025.

President Trump on Saturday said he's ordered the Pentagon to plan for potential military action in Nigeria, where he alleges the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.

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