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For the first time, most cardinals choosing the next pope are not European
Pope Francis appointed many cardinals from the Global South and, for the first time, fewer than half of voting cardinals who will choose the new pope are European. How will this influence the vote?
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Rwanda says in 'early stages' of talks with U.S. to take in deported migrants
The tiny east African country of Rwanda says its holding "early talks" with the Trump administraion about taking in deported migrants from the US.
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Germany's parliament set to elect Friedrich Merz as new chancellor
Germany's parliament is set to elect conservative Friedrich Merz as its new chancellor on Tuesday.
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Republicans considering selling off federal land to pay for Trump's domestic agenda
Republicans are considering selling off some federal lands to pay for President Trump's domestic agenda, which is reigniting a decades-old controversy in the West.
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Doug Ruch's dying wish is to help people by volunteering in all 50 states
When his doctor told him he had just 12 to 18 months to live after his cancer metastasized, Doug Ruch decided to devote his remaining time to doing community service in all 50 states.
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Trump administration asks court to dismiss suit restricting access to abortion drug
Trump's Justice Department asked for a lawsuit against the abortion medication mifepristone to be dismissed. It's a surprising move, given that it is similar to one the Biden administration made.
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Israel plans new controls for how food and supplies are distributed in Gaza
Israeli officials say the country will seize more land in Gaza and has new plans for how aid gets distributed there. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Shaina Low of the Norwegian Refugee Council.
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John Bolton discusses Marco Rubio's dual roles in government
Marco Rubio is now secretary of state and acting national security advisor. NPR speaks with former national security adviser John Bolton about whether it's really possible to juggle both roles.
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When asked if he needs to uphold Constitution, President Trump says 'I don't know'
President Trump appeared on "Meet the Press with Kristen Welker" and was asked about the due process rights of immigrants. When asked if a he needs to uphold the Constitution, he said, "I don't know."
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NIH cuts baby 'Safe to Sleep' team. Here's what parents should know
For three decades the NIH has led 'Safe to Sleep,' helping parents reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related injuries. The NIH cuts come as cases have been rising.
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Morning news brief
Trump says "I don't know" when asked whether a president should uphold Constitution, Israel plans to limit way food aid distributed in Gaza, Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial begins.
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Ruth E. Carter discusses 2025 Met Gala theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ruth E. Carter, an Oscar-winning costume designer, about the 2025 Met Gala theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style."
