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The surprising history of South Asia's beloved chai 02.11.2026 5:38 ↓

NPR traces the origins of the sweet, milky tea that has become a staple of mornings across the region.

Michigan Democrat's surprise Senate endorsement sparks controversy 02.11.2026 6:05 ↓

Rep. Haley Stevens' decision to back Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed marks a dramatic break with her party.

Why you might lose interest in things you once loved 02.11.2026 4:47 ↓

NPR's Allison Aubrey explores anhedonia, a loss of pleasure that can affect people even as they go about their daily lives.

Independent candidate challenges Republican incumbent in Nebraska Senate race 02.11.2026 5:47 ↓

Democrats are sitting out the race as independent Dan Osborn seeks to unseat Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts.

Mothers of missing children in Mexico say the government isn't doing enough 02.11.2026 4:47 ↓

As disappearances continue, families frustrated with the government's response are taking the search for their loved ones into their own hands.

Rising costs make it harder for young farmers to take over family farms 02.11.2026 3:46 ↓

An aging generation of farmers faces growing challenges passing down their land as agricultural costs and uncertainty rise.

Pennsylvania Republicans take different approaches to Trump ahead of midterms 02.11.2026 2:06 ↓

Two GOP lawmakers in competitive districts are navigating their relationships with the president as voters prepare to head to the polls.

Supreme Court case puts the First Step Act under scrutiny 02.11.2026 6:12 ↓

The justices are considering a case involving the bipartisan 2018 criminal justice reform law and its implementation.

Latest Korean beauty craze uses dead Americans' skin cells 30.10.2026 5:53 ↓

Over the past several years, tens of millions of dollars' worth of donated skin has made its way from American tissue banks to biotech companies in South Korea.

Get a good scare this Halloween from one of these horror books 30.10.2026 8:45 ↓

With Halloween this weekend, we get some books to get the blood racing from "The Stacks" host and creator Traci Thomas.

What to make of the closing arguments this midterm election 30.10.2026 11:41 ↓

Senate races in Kansas and Iowa remain toss-ups.

Why we're so fascinated by the spooky and inexplicable 30.10.2026 10:23 ↓

'Tis the season for ghostly tales and scary stories.

Some students are trying to find a political middle ground. But don't call them moderates 30.10.2026 2:54 ↓

A new political organization is popping up on campus, aiming to bridge the gap between progressives and conservatives.

State and federal government officials at odds over election processes, voter roll vetting 30.10.2026 9:46 ↓

The Constitution grants states the power over elections, but the Trump administration has made efforts to intervene.

Hiking untouched arctic wilderness before it becomes a mining road 30.10.2026 5:50 ↓

President Trump has promised to "unleash Alaska’s extraordinary resource potential" by making it easier to mine America’s Last Frontier.

Atlanta Dream force Game 7 in WNBA finals 30.10.2026 3:45 ↓

After a lack of planning led to a lunchtime Game 6, in front of a sold-out crowd of 17,000 people, the Atlanta Dream forced a Game 7 in the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries.

What Americans living abroad think of midterm elections 30.10.2026 11:07 ↓

We hear from three Americans living abroad as they consider the midterm elections here in the U.S. and what it's like to see their home country from the outside.

Hackers stole $6 billion in digital coins from Binance 30.10.2026 5:47 ↓

Binance says it will cover client losses.

The race to fill the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's Senate seat in South Carolina 30.10.2026 5:48 ↓

Republican Sen. Darline Graham is up against Democrat Annie Andrews, but Graham is also facing opposition from supporters of Congressman Ralph Norman, whom she defeated in the primary.

Skip the pumpkin spice and try these 3 fall squash recipes 29.10.2026 5:57 ↓

Pumpkin and winter squash steal the show this season with their creamy texture and warm, soothing flavor.

Is the U.S. preparing to attack Iran? 29.10.2026 5:40 ↓

Israel's inconclusive election results mean Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will serve as caretaker, at least temporarily.

Healthcare navigator: More people are dropping insurance or choosing higher-deductible plans 29.10.2026 5:41 ↓

COVID-era Obamacare subsidies are no longer available, and many people earn too much to qualify for Medicaid.

Alphabet stock tanks on Google's disappointing AI-search revenue 29.10.2026 3:51 ↓

Google artificial intelligence is driving more search queries, Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai said in a statement. Yet, search-generated revenue was lower than expected.

Democrats are eager to flip 2 congressional seats in Arizona 29.10.2026 5:43 ↓

Midterms are just days away, and Arizona Democrats are working to flip congressional seats.

What Dolores Huerta meant to longtime friend and filmmaker Luis Valdez 29.10.2026 9:35 ↓

Dolores Huerta, a celebrated labor leader and civil rights activist, died on Wednesday at 96.