Israelis voted in their highest numbers in decades in a tense national election on Tuesday to decide whether to stick with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right coalition or change course.

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Why Ukraine and Russia agreed to a ceasefire in just one city : State of the World from NPR

World News

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Why Ukraine and Russia agreed to a ceasefire in just one city : State of the World from NPR

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a very limited ceasefire to help a Ukrainian city that’s been under Russian occupation for nearly five years. We hear about the horrific conditions residents have been living under in the city of Oleshky.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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The Ebola outbreak is breaking records -- and just marked a grim milestone

Health & Wellness

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The Ebola outbreak is breaking records -- and just marked a grim milestone

The current outbreak, first identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has now counted 10,000 patients and has spread with great speed. How can it be stopped?

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A judge halted D.C. golf course renovations. Trump says they'll still start next month

Technology

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A judge halted D.C. golf course renovations. Trump says they'll still start next month

A federal judge has barred the government from clearing more trees or making other alterations to D.C.'s East Potomac Park without proper notice. Trump says his administration will appeal.

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Bolsonaro's Party accepts Brazil election defeat, but he refuses to concede

Politics & Governance

2w ago

Bolsonaro's Party accepts Brazil election defeat, but he refuses to concede

Brazil's opposition party accepts Lula's election victory, but Flávio Bolsonaro won't concede, while President Trump calls the vote "rigged" without offering evidence.

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Discursive Verses: Jay-Z, the Super Bowl and playing with house money

World News

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Discursive Verses: Jay-Z, the Super Bowl and playing with house money

NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: Is the rap mogul's self-selection a crowning achievement or a final affront?

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A 'Green Army' is out to thwart El Niño flooding

Science & Climate

2w ago

A 'Green Army' is out to thwart El Niño flooding

In Nairobi, a city prone to floods, workers in the "Green Army" are making preparations to prevent disaster when El Niño arrives.

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Democrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes election

Politics & Governance

2w ago

Democrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes election

Democrats are still holding a slight edge with Election Day a week away, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. And, Israelis are casting their votes in an election that could change leadership.

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World News

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How Aldi is pushing down grocery prices

The German-owned chain's low prices are winning over shoppers — and pushing competitors to respond.

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Polymarket has investigated 'dozens' of election-related cases

Business & Economy

2w ago

Polymarket has investigated 'dozens' of election-related cases

The prediction market has hired a former FBI official to make sure political insiders don't use the platform for profit from confidential election information.

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Can Black voting power and Trump fatigue break Mississippi's red wall?

Education & Youth

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Can Black voting power and Trump fatigue break Mississippi's red wall?

Mississippi has the largest proportional Black population in the country. It's one reason the U.S. Senate race has seen millions in last-minute spending and high-profile campaign visits.

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Democrats still poised to make gains, but poll shows warning signs for just how many

Technology

2w ago

Democrats still poised to make gains, but poll shows warning signs for just how many

Democrats hold significant advantages going into Election Day, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. But lagging enthusiasm among key groups is just one indicator that gains may not come easy.

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