Tuesday's dramatic midterm results have transformed the electoral map, ensuring the path to future power for Democrats and Republicans must run through the South and its diverse voting population.

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

World News

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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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As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards

Technology

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As budgets tighten, people are breaking out their library cards

Some Americans squeezed by high prices are relying more on their local libraries for things like books, streaming services and high-priced items like musical instruments and sewing machines.

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Three ways Democrats could reshape U.S. foreign policy after the midterms

Business & Economy

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Three ways Democrats could reshape U.S. foreign policy after the midterms

On Morning Edition, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Anne Applebaum breaks down what a Democratic Congress could change about Trump's foreign policy and what remains beyond its power.

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Can Anthropic make enough money to justify its value? : The Indicator from Planet Money

Technology

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Can Anthropic make enough money to justify its value? : The Indicator from Planet Money

Anthropic released its financials to the public as the AI juggernaut prepares for its highly anticipated IPO. So what do these numbers reveal about the future of the AI economy? Fact checking by Leyla Doss.Your Next Listen –Why Oracle's debt load could be your problem–Over 2,000 episodes in our archive on the NPR AppConnect with The Indicator from Planet Money–The Indicator newsletter — a weekly roundup of news, ideas and staff picks. –Instagram, TikTok and YouTube –Find the Planet Money book –Find the Planet Money game, Sell Me A Sasquatch, and other merch at the NPR Shop!Support public media by subscribing to 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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Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican

World News

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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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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison

Education & Youth

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison

Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdown on the city's once-thriving pro-democracy movement.

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

World News

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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

World News

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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

World News

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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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Democratic leaders reflect on midterm results and what's next for the party

Politics & Governance

1w ago

Democratic leaders reflect on midterm results and what's next for the party

Democratic party leaders and political analysts spoke with Morning Edition about the results of the midterm elections, the effects of mid-decade redistricting efforts, and the next steps for the party.

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It was a big night for doctors to win seats in Congress, riding the blue wave

Politics & Governance

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It was a big night for doctors to win seats in Congress, riding the blue wave

Historically, most physicians who served in the House or Senate have been Republicans. In the next Congress, physicians who are Democrats made significant gains.

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