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Politics Affordable housing takes center stage in New York City mayoral race The rising cost of housing has driven some New York City residents to leave the Big Apple. For those who remain, affordable housing has become a top issue in the race for mayor. David Brand
Is there a link between online gaming communities and violence? An expert weighs in NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Cynthia Miller-Idriss, director of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab, about links between online gaming communities and violence. Leila Fadel
World President Trump talks of striking Venezuela President Trump appeared to confirm reports that he approved covert CIA operations inside Venezuela. Franco Ordoñez
Business Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companies As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off. Maria Aspan
Science 'Death fold' proteins can make cells self-destruct. Scientists want to control them Scientists are hoping to treat diseases including cancer and Alzheimer's by influencing how cells make life-or-death decisions. Jon Hamilton
Arts & Life A book vending machine provides an outlet for D.C.-area authors after funding cuts Washington, D.C.'s vending machine LitBox distributes books, with a serving of hope as local writers struggle with arts funding cuts. Brittney Melton
National For private flood insurance companies, the government shutdown is good for business With the government shutdown, the National Flood Insurance Program is no longer writing new policies. It's causing problems for would-be homeowners, but private companies have stepped in to help. Greg Allen
National Should the bus be free? Transit advocates are divided "Free buses" is one of the big ideas that helped Zohran Mamdani win the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City. But the track record in cities that have stopped collecting fares is mixed. Joel Rose
Arts & Life Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater find the heartbreak in 'Blue Moon' Director Richard Linklater and actor Ethan Hawke discuss their new film Blue Moon, which focuses on one fateful night toward the end of lyricist Lorenz Hart's life. Olivia Hampton
Food Confessions of a Seattle food critic Tan answers questions from listeners about being a food critic — from how he picks restaurants to review, to dealing with heartburn on the job. Plus, he shares tips on how to see Seattle’s restaurant scene through the eyes of a critic. Tan Vinh