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National Firms that help military vets with their disability claims can charge exorbitant fees NPR has been following the money behind veterans' disability claims — specifically, for-profit companies that help vets navigate the VA's red tape. Critics of the companies call them "claim sharks." Caley Fox Shannon
An artist makes tiny suits of armor for mice Calgary artist Jeff De Boer has spent decades learning, perfecting, and teaching the art of making suits of armor. For mice. Deena Prichep
Politics In Trump country, attention turns to a competitive special election A special election in what should be a safe seat for Republicans has proven to be more competitive than expected as polls close Tuesday. Marianna Bacallao
Who's responsible for 'double tap' boat strike? 'We want to find out,' says Rep. Adam Smith Some rare bipartisanship is emerging in congress: it focuses on questions about the legality of a September 2nd U.S. strike on a boat in the Caribbean. Hans Anderson
National Serious questions remain about September strike on suspected drug traffickers Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth defends his role in a military strike against suspected drug traffickers in the Carribbean. Members of Congress are demanding more answers. Greg Myre
Arts & Life Denver bison herd helps Indigenous residents connect with their heritage Since 1914, Denver, Colorado, has maintained a small bison herd in a park outside the city. In recent years, an Indigenous group has slaughtered one annually to feed urban Native people. Sam Brasch
National Dells donate $6.25 billion to fund investment accounts for millions of children Michael and Susan Dell are donating $6.25 billion to fund investment accounts for millions of U.S. children. Bill Chappell
Education To AI or not to AI? Do college students appreciate the question? A college history professor tells us why using AI is a detriment to learning. Justine Kenin
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