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January 8, 2026
A 'medical situation' is forcing NASA to end mission at the space station a month early
NASA says a crew member on the International Space Station is unwell. The agency canceled a planned spacewalk for Thursday and is taking the...
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January 8, 2026
Doctors says 'The Pitt' reflects the gritty realities of medicine today
The Pitt is back for a new run, evoking the tensions health care providers face in the U.S. today. Here's what one doctor says to watch out...
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January 8, 2026
Why is the U.S. pulling out of 31 U.N. groups? And what's the impact?
The Trump administration is withdrawing from 66 global groups, including U.N. entities that focus on climate and health issues.
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January 8, 2026
NYC Mayor Mamdani discusses New York state expansion of childcare funding
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. With New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, he announced increased state funding wi...
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January 8, 2026
How Biden made big gains battling street fentanyl but lost the messaging war to Trump
Joe Biden made historic gains fighting street fentanyl, but Donald Trump reframed the drug issue in ways that fuel his domestic and foreign...
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January 8, 2026
What we know one day after the killing of Renee Good by an ICE officer in Minneapolis
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Good "followed his training." Local officials want ICE to...
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January 8, 2026
Minnesota and federal officials are no longer cooperating in ICE shooting investigation
In two different press conferences roughly one hour apart, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and the White House disagreed about the facts behind...
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January 8, 2026
'The atmosphere is very authoritarian': Venezuela's opposition reels from the sidelines
President Trump sidelined Venezuela's opposition and is working with remnants of the regime led by ousted leader Nicolás Maduro. What's next...
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January 8, 2026
These dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping
Some dogs have an amazing ability to learn the names of dozens, even hundreds of toys. Now, a new study suggests these super learners can pi...
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January 8, 2026
10 books we're looking forward to in early 2026
Did you resolve to read more in 2026? Whether you're on track or need a jump start, here are some books coming out in the next few months to...
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January 8, 2026
'Hedda' star Tessa Thompson wrestles with cynicism but chooses optimism
Thompson has the words "yes" and "no" tattooed on opposite arms. "I'm constantly wrestling with ... my cynicism and my optimism," she says....
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January 8, 2026
Protests continue after Renee Good shot and killed by ICE agent in Minneapolis
Protests continue Thursday after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a woman Wednesday. People are marching Thursda...
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January 8, 2026
How buying in bulk could help Altadenans return home, one year after the fire
As urban fires have grown more frequent, so too have recovery techniques for survivors to flex their purchasing power.
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January 8, 2026
5 women's health myths, debunked by doctors
Some common misconceptions keep women from taking optimal care of their health. Here, doctors set the record straight.
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January 8, 2026
True crime, teen moms and global tragedy in cinemas this week
A 1970s hostage story, a generation-spanning epic of Palestinian tragedy, and a tale of 16th century conquest are all in theaters starting t...
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January 8, 2026
House to vote on renewing ACA subsidies as a potential deal takes shape in the Senate
While the three-year extension for Affordable Care Act subsidies is expected to pass the House, it may not go far in the Senate. But a bipar...
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January 8, 2026
A Supreme Court ruling could bring historic drop in Black representation in Congress
If the Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act protections against racial discrimination in redistricting, it could usher in the largest-eve...
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January 8, 2026
In Lodge Grass, Montana, a Crow community works to rebuild from meth's destruction
Meth is a problem most everywhere, but particularly in Indian Country. In one small town on the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana, new buil...
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January 8, 2026
Minneapolis schools cancel classes after Border Patrol clash disrupts dismissal at Roosevelt
Minneapolis schools closed for the week citing safety concerns after an encounter involving armed Border Patrol agents near Roosevelt High S...
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January 8, 2026
2 killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Salt Lake City
Two people were killed and six others injured in a shooting outside a Salt Lake City church Wednesday night while mourners were attending a...
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January 8, 2026
Snow and ice ground flights and choke highways in parts of Europe
More than 1,000 stranded passengers spent the night at Amsterdam's international airport as snow and ice that is pummeling parts of Europe g...
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January 8, 2026
The embarrassing truth of dating men : Pop Culture Happy Hour
What's it like to date a man? Ask Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Dean, or your friends, and you might hear it's a struggle. Today we’re bringing...
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January 8, 2026
Trump invites Colombian president to White House after threatening his country with military strike
President Donald Trump abruptly changed his tone Wednesday about his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, saying they had exchanged a frien...
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January 8, 2026
Rep. Steny Hoyer, the longest-serving House Democrat, to retire at the end of term
The Democrat from Maryland is the longest-serving Democrat in Congress, and was once a rival to become House speaker. Hoyer will announce Th...
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January 8, 2026
U.S. to exit 66 international organizations in further retreat from global cooperation
Most of the targets are U.N.-related agencies, commissions and advisory panels that focus on climate, labor and other issues that the Trump...
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January 8, 2026
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January 8, 2026
Life Kit
Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get...
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January 8, 2026
Short Wave
New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot...
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January 7, 2026
After the holidays, a wave of new faces shoot up the charts
After a rush of holiday-themed music, a sweep of new pop songs move up the chart.
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January 7, 2026
Greenlandic politician describes struggle to remember 'America has good people'
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Greenlandic parliamentary candidate Naaja Nathanielsen about the continued Trump administration push to acqu...
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January 7, 2026
White House says 'all options' are on the table for Greenland, including diplomacy
President Trump has long expressed an interest in acquiring Greenland. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump isn't ruling...
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January 7, 2026
John Bolton on expanding into Greenland
John Bolton, Trump's former national security adviser, says making Greenland an American territory or commonwealth could help with security...
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January 7, 2026
ICE agent fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown
The Department of Homeland Security accused the victim of being a "rioter" and that the ICE officer who pulled the trigger was "fearing for...
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January 7, 2026
U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor
Congressional forecasters have lowered their projection for U.S. population growth over the next decade by 7 million people as a result of t...
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January 7, 2026
Nick Reiner's attorney removes himself from case
Defense attorney Alan Jackson said that circumstances beyond his and Reiner's control made it "impossible" to continue representation.
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January 7, 2026
Béla Fleck cancels Kennedy Center appearance, says it's become 'charged and political'
The 18-time Grammy Award winner is the latest musician to cancel an show at the Kennedy Center. Béla Fleck says he cannot currently perform...
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January 7, 2026
One year into an uneven recovery, L.A.'s fire survivors mark a somber milestone
The recovery from last year's deadly wildfires in Los Angeles has been slow and uneven for a lot of reasons, with survivors struggling to na...
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January 7, 2026
How large is Greenland, really? Your map may be deceiving you
Talk of annexation has Greenland in the news again. But due to quirks of cartography, some common maps show the territory much larger than i...
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January 7, 2026
RFK Jr.'s new food pyramid puts meat, cheese and vegetables at the top
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced new dietary guidelines for Americans focused on promoting whole foods, healthy proteins...
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January 7, 2026
Rubio and Hegseth brief lawmakers on "three fold process" for Venezuela
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth briefed lawmakers Wednesday on a three-fold process for Venezuela's fut...
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January 7, 2026
Timothée Chalamet brings a lot to the table in 'Marty Supreme'
Chalamet stars as a scrappy shoe salesman who dreams of becoming the greatest table tennis player in the world — and is willing to steal, ch...
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January 7, 2026
It's not just oil: How else Wall Street might benefit from Trump's Venezuela actions
Oil companies and their shareholders may benefit from President Trump's military action in Venezuela — but it also could benefit many other...
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January 7, 2026
A 200-year-old book distributor is closing. Here's what that means for public libraries
Baker & Taylor is one of very few companies that handle book distribution for libraries — getting books from publishers into borrowers hands...
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January 7, 2026
Live updates: Witnesses report shooting in south Minneapolis amid large federal law enforcement presence
Witnesses reported a person was shot in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, amid a large presence of federal law enforcement officers. I...
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January 7, 2026
U.S. seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker with ties to Venezuela
U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the north Atlantic after a two week chase. This is part of the larger U.S. campaign...
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January 7, 2026
Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it
Have you thought about taking the keys away from an older driver in your life? NPR wants to hear your story about how you navigated a diffic...
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January 7, 2026
A walking challenge to start 2026 on your feet — and off your screens
The solution to too much sitting is simple but hard to stick with. This walking challenge sets you up for success, with six tips to keep you...
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January 7, 2026
Greetings from a Paris park, where a lone sequoia tree is a marvel to behold
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
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January 7, 2026
Sick young ants send out a 'kill me' scent to prevent deadly epidemics
Young, infected Lasius neglectus ants will send out an altruistic "kill me" signal to worker ants, a new study finds, as part of a strategy...
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January 7, 2026