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Nov 5, 2026

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Episodes

The World Series starts on Friday with a new champion to be crowned 23.10.2026

The Milwaukee Brewers host the Tampa Bay Rays.

'The Diplomat' returns as one of Netflix's best-reviewed shows. Is it still underrated? 23.10.2026

Keri Russell stars as Kate Wyler, U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom, in "The Diplomat." The latest season features a rogue president, a spiraling international crisis and heady interpersonal drama.

Far-right politician's historic election raises questions about Germany's future 23.10.2026

Earlier this month, a far-right politician was elected speaker of a German regional parliament for the first time since the period of Nazi Germany.

Why aren't we eating bugs? 23.10.2026

In the mid-2010s, we were told that edible insects were about to take off in the U.S. and Europe in a big way. But a decade later, the bug food industry is in turmoil, with startups closing down and costs too high.

Arizona rancher says double border wall is ‘political folly’ 23.10.2026

This week, the White House said 290 miles of new barriers have gone up at the border since President Trump’s return to office.

What the AI race can learn from a historic pause in scientific research 23.10.2026

Some of the leaders of the artificial intelligence race are calling for a slowdown, for safety's sake.

Trump touts economic gains as Iowa voters worry about the future 23.10.2026

On Wednesday night, at a rally in Sioux City, Iowa, Trump touted a $15 billion steel mill planned for a district where the incumbent Republican is in a tight race. But there’s a lot of anxiety about the economy in Iowa.

Conflicting reports raise questions about Ukraine's Starlink access 23.10.2026

All week, we have been hearing different explanations for what is happening with Ukraine’s access to the military version of Starlink, the Pentagon-funded system used to intercept Russian attacks.

Trump campaigns in Iowa while Democrats hope to flip some open seats 22.10.2026

President Trump is in Iowa on Thursday, trying to shore up support for Republican candidates in tight races for Senate, governor and three House seats.

El-Sayed and Rogers clash on policy and loyalties at final Michigan Senate debate 22.10.2026

The candidates are competing to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Gary Peters.

U.S. and Israel preparing for possible attack on Iran after elections 22.10.2026

The U.S. is now amassing forces in the region.

A new essay collection lets teenage mothers in Kenya tell their stories 22.10.2026

In 2025, Kenya recorded more than 235,000 teenage pregnancies. Young single mothers are often forced to leave schools and their families due to overwhelming stigma.

Cardi B brings her authentic self to NPR Tiny Desk 22.10.2026

Rapper Cardi B is wowing the internet this week after her energetic and playful performance at NPR’s Tiny Desk.

Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks breaks down the importance of play 22.10.2026

Between the ever-popular tabletop role-playing game, "Dungeons & Dragons," or the classic military figurine, G.I. Joe, Hasbro has had a hand in most of our childhoods.

Why communities are key to surviving public health crises 22.10.2026

Author Raj Panjabi says communities are often best equipped to protect their citizens.

Nobel laureate reflects on U.S. turn towards Russia 22.10.2026

The Trump administration has taken numerous actions favorable to Russia in recent days, exempting Russia from a new sanctions law and agreeing to buy Russian diesel, prompting heightened concern about the impact on Ukraine.

Kansas Senate candidates clash on Trump agenda and Iran war 22.10.2026

"Control of the Senate goes through Kansas," said Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in the final Kansas Senate debate Wednesday night, hosted by Nexstar Media.

‘It’s coming’: Arizona rancher supports Trump’s new double border wall  22.10.2026

Within the next month, the rancher expects construction to begin on a second 30-foot steel wall that will run parallel to an existing wall that went up in President Trump’s first administration.

A massive underwater wave is raising sea levels along the West Coast 22.10.2026

It's called a Kelvin wave, and it's driven by El Niño.

Key healthcare ballots in the midterms, explained 22.10.2026

Among them are measures focused on abortion access and transgender youth sports participation.

Rep. Jim Himes warns Trump could use fraud claims to disrupt midterms 22.10.2026

The top Democrats on the House and Senate intelligence committees say they anticipate that President Trump and his Republican allies will claim fraud as an excuse to interfere in the upcoming midterm elections.

Some students return to school in Bend, Oregon, after shooting 21.10.2026

The Bend-La Pine District is releasing students early Wednesday, but the impacted school, Silver Rail Elementary, remains closed until further notice.

Russia releases American hostage Stephen Hubbard 21.10.2026

Hubbard was accused of fighting for Ukraine against Russia, and he is a retired teacher.

Taking a closer look at the political landscape in Minnesota 21.10.2026

Republicans see hope in former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya. Can a Republican win a Senate seat in Minnesota for the first time since 2002?

Why a Democrat has a shot at becoming Alaska governor 21.10.2026

Democrats are running a close governor's race in Alaska. They're hoping to win for the first time in more than 20 years.

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