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Graham Platner hasn't dropped out of Maine's U.S. Senate race, but the pressure continues to mount on him to do so, as Maine Democrats make a plan to choose a new candidate in the next two weeks.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Democratic strategist Maria Cardona about what choices Democrats face amid allegations surrounding Senate candidate Graham Platner.

Prosecutors are making their case against Tyler Robinson, the suspected killer of Charlie Kirk, on charges that could lead to the death penalty. Robinson's defense team strongly objects.

Trump says ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is over, pressure mounts for Graham Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race, IOC opens door for Russian athletes to compete in 2028 Games.

NPR's A Martínez speaks with former interior secretary and Democratic congresswoman from New Mexico, Deb Haaland, about her new memoir "A Voice Like Mine."

World Cup venues must cover up all branding for companies that aren't FIFA sponsors, all the way down to the logos on the stadium seats. NPR's A Martinez speaks to marketing professor Andrew Rohm.

The regulation of AI use in Michigan and other states may not make a difference in what people see, raising questions over whether AI campaign parodies are political satire or something darker.

The farm-to-table movement has been around for decades. An Ohio entrepreneur wants to replicate its success with clothing by building a regional textile economy.

Beach towns along the Atlantic Ocean are adjusting to large amounts of seaweed that floats onto their beaches each summer. It's sargassum season.

When red-tailed hawks lose feathers, they adapt their wing and tail movements to keep performing certain flight maneuvers, a finding that could inspire aircraft design.

Graham Platner is facing growing pressure to end his campaign for U.S. Senate in Maine after Politico reported an allegation of sexual assault. Platner has denied the claim.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic strategist Joel Payne about high-profile Democratic calls for Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine Senate race.

Ukraine pushes allies in NATO for anti-ballistic air defense after the latest major Russian attacks kill more than 20 in Kyiv and surrounding area.

Graham Platner faces calls to end his Senate bid after sexual assault allegation, NATO summit begins in Turkey, U.S. men's run at the World Cup ends with loss to Belgium.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, campaigned on freezing electricity rates in New Jersey. Six months into her term, can her campaign promises bring relief to the high cost of power in the Garden State?

The Gold Rush lured hundreds of thousands of people to California and changed American history. It all started with a tiny gold flake.

NPR's Leila Fadel asks Pastor Doug Wilson, who recently gave a sermon at the Pentagon, why he wants the U.S. to become a Christian theocracy.

A hearing for the man accused of assassinating conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has begun. The prosecution aims to show it has enough evidence for charges that could result in the death penalty.

Egypt takes on World Cup defending champion Argentina Tuesday. Their success in making it to the round of 16 has electrified fans throughout the Middle East.

Indian Gen Z protesters in Delhi, calling themselves "cockroaches" after a judge's insult, demand political and job reforms from Modi's government amid rising youth unemployment.

Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, the illusion of appeasing Trump has vanished—and Europe is being forced to take primary responsibility for its own defense.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to Turkey David Satterfield about the significance of Turkey hosting the NATO summit.

A new study of people 80 and older with exceptional gaits finds fast walkers have about a 50% lower risk of cognitive decline, showing the connection between physical health and brain health.

Both parties used the Fourth of July holiday to pitch their vision for the country.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Sarah Isgur, senior editor at The Dispatch, about President Trump's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.