Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand spoke with Morning Edition about Democrats' priorities, from lowering costs to ending the Iran war. But questions remain about how they'll deliver.

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Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath

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Does the blue wave mean lower gasoline and diesel prices soon? Don't hold your breath

A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect fuel prices, which are tied to a complex international oil market.

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Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican

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Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican

The American singer-songwriter and poet visited with the American pope at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy. The Vatican said the encounter was brief.

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Souring Russia-Japan relations; why Egyptian mummies were used for medicine : State of the World from NPR

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Souring Russia-Japan relations; why Egyptian mummies were used for medicine : State of the World from NPR

Russia’s war in Ukraine has raised tensions not only in Europe, but also in Asia. Ties between Russia and neighboring Japan are at their worst in decades. Tokyo would like more support from Washington, but as we hear, some Japanese are concerned they may not get it.And ancient Egyptian mummies were once used as medicine. But why? Chemists are trying to find out what it was in the mummification process that had medicinal properties.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.

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Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns

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Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns

Voters in dozens of states considered 146 statewide ballot measures this midterm cycle, on topics spanning LGBTQ rights, wealth taxes, abortion, redistricting, guns and more.

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Elon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats after midterms

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Elon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats after midterms

Democrats are likely to launch investigations into Musk's influence, including his leadership of DOGE and government contracts

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Herbert Blomstedt, conductor of great orchestras for seven decades, dies at 99

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Herbert Blomstedt, conductor of great orchestras for seven decades, dies at 99

Modest in his demeanor but remarkably enduring, the American-born, Swedish conductor continually fell in love with music, leading orchestras with no-nonsense insight and integrity well into his 90s.

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Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent

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Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent

The Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansans about decency, faith and finding common ground.

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Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump's plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales

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Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump's plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales

Michigan's first Muslim senator-elect, Abdul El-Sayed, discusses his historic victory, an unlikely agreement with Trump on Israel military aid and the political divisions that remain.

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World reacts to Democrats' midterm elections victory

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World reacts to Democrats' midterm elections victory

From Kyiv to Moscow, and Tehran to Tel Aviv, all eyes were on the Democrats big win on Wednesday, as foreign powers weigh up how a flipped Congress will impact international relations.

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Stacey Abrams says Democratic wins in Georgia offer opportunity for 'correcting and restoring rights'

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Stacey Abrams says Democratic wins in Georgia offer opportunity for 'correcting and restoring rights'

After a historic election night for Georgia and many southern states, former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams speaks to Morning Edition about what these wins mean for Democrats.

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