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U.S. life expectancy is going up. Think how many more news quizzes you can do!
When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!
NPR NewsNPR NewsKari Lake promotes Trump on Voice of America. Does that break the law?
Critics say U.S. Agency for Global Media's Kari Lake risks making Voice of America sound like a propaganda outlet in her remarks on the air praising President Trump.
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NPR NewsTrump thinks a weaker dollar is great for America. Is he right?
The president said this week that the value of the dollar is "great" despite a sharp tumble since last year. That may be true for certain parts of the economy — but not others.
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NPR NewsFor U.S. figure skating, grief over the D.C. crash makes for a bittersweet Olympics
In the wake of the Jan. 2025 plane crash, some young skaters weren't sure they could continue. A year later, many have found that's the best way to honor those they lost.
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NPR NewsFAQ: What is wind chill, and why is it dangerous?
Strong winds can make it feel a lot colder than the thermometer suggests. Protect yourself by covering exposed skin and sheltering inside.
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NPR NewsWant to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone
If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.
NPR NewsA year after deadly midair collision near Washington, families push for safety changes
On the anniversary of the midair collision near Washington, D.C., families of the victims are still working for laws to prevent future disasters. And they say they're ready for a long fight.
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NPR NewsKalshi in court over 19 federal lawsuits. What's the future of prediction markets?
Apps that let people wager on current events have experienced explosive growth in Trump's second term. But one of the leading markets is tied up in lawsuits that cloud the industry's future.
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NPR NewsCan you save a public parking spot after a snowstorm? The debate rages on
After the snowstorm this weekend dumped snow across large parts of the country, a key debate is raging on the streets: Can you save a public parking spot after you've dug your car out of it?
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NPR NewsFor this married couple, romance wasn't always fun
Leslie and Alan Burger have been in love since they were kids. They reflect on their sometimes strange relationship.
NPR NewsA man impersonating an FBI agent tried to get Luigi Mangione out of jail, authorities say
A man claiming to be an FBI agent showed up to a federal jail in New York City on Wednesday night and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione, authorities said.
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NPR NewsTrump says he will announce his Federal Reserve chair nominee on Friday morning
President said he plans to announce new Federal Reserve chair choice Friday, after criticizing incumbent Jerome Powell for not cutting interest rates more aggressively.
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NPR NewsTrump sues IRS and Treasury for $10 billion over leaked tax information
President Trump is suing the IRS and Treasury Department for $10 billion, accusing them of failing to prevent a leak of his tax information to news outlets.
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NPR NewsHow Democrats want to reform DHS – and why some Republicans are open to their demands
A spending agreement under consideration in the Senate would temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security while lawmakers negotiate provisions to rein in federal immigration agents.
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NPR NewsWith his first Grammy nomination, Destin Conrad embraces personal evolution
Destin Conrad went from teen social media star to a musician touring the world on some of its biggest stages. In 2025, he put out both an R&B and jazz album and earned his first Grammy nomination.
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NPR NewsHow the West was won: K-pop's great assimilation gambit
The crossover hits stacking Grammy nods this year have little in common with the culture that birthed them — but they're winning the chart game.
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NPR NewsMedicare Advantage insurers face new curbs on overcharges in Trump plan
Federal officials have a plan that could curb billions of dollars in overpayments to Medicare Advantage plans. But will they follow through on it?
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NPR NewsBorder czar says he plans to "draw down" ICE and CBP operations in Minnesota
Tom Homan, who took over leadership of the surge in Minneapolis, says he is working on a plan to reduce the force of federal agents in the Twin Cities.
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NPR NewsSenate fails to advance spending bills as Democrats push for DHS reforms
Senators blocked a package of six spending bills that includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security as Democrats continue to push for reforms to immigration enforcement.
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NPR NewsWhy these women break the law to sell their eggs for IVF
Women in India were told they couldn't be paid for their eggs. The result: a black market for eggs from women in need of money to survive.
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NPR NewsDHS funding battle risks shutdown. And, Fed holds rates steady despite Trump pressure
Senate Democrats threaten a partial government shutdown over DHS funding. And, the Fed defies President Trump's pressure and holds rates steady to fight inflation.
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NPR NewsSaying Minnesota has 'been through a lot,' Klobuchar announces bid for governor
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar announced her run for Minnesota governor early Thursday. There is already a crowded field of Republicans in a race where immigration enforcement has become a key issue.
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NPR NewsSenegal and Morocco fined and players banned after African Cup final chaos
Africa's soccer body issued fines worth more than $1 million and banned Senegal's coach and Senegalese and Morocco players Wednesday following a shambolic African Cup soccer final this month.
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NPR NewsTrump has sued universities for billions. Here's what the strategy tells us
Each deal between colleges and the administration is unique, but they have common goals: altering the culture at powerful institutions and making their policies more aligned with President Trump's.
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NPR NewsCaregivers for the elderly could lose wage protections under Trump proposal
The Labor Department has proposed rescinding an Obama-era rule that gave home care workers the right to overtime pay and other wage protections. The administration says the rule made care too costly.
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NPR News'Philadelphia,' 'Clueless,' 'The Karate Kid' added to the National Film Registry
Every year, the National Film Registry adds 25 films to its collection to be preserved for posterity. Selections for 2025 ranges from 'The Thing' to 'White Christmas'
NPR NewsBig budget Melania Trump documentary premieres with splashy rollout
A film about First Lady Melania Trump premiere's this week, with big presidential promotion.
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NPR NewsNew research examines long-term effects of federal housing program from the '90s
New research looks at the long-term impact of a controversial federal program from the 1990s that demolished housing projects and replaced them with mixed-income developments.
NPR NewsCar rams into Chabad headquarters in New York City, damaging doors
A man was arrested after repeatedly crashing his car into the Chabad Lubavitch world headquarters in New York City on Wednesday night while people were gathered for prayer.
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NPR NewsStarmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing called for a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to deepen ties amid global uncertainty.
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