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The Taliban threat countries face that depend on water from the Amu Darya River
The water starved region of Central Asia is facing another threat to its beleaguered water supply -- the construction of a massive canal by the Taliban across the border in Afghanistan.
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A fact-check about what Trump and Harris are saying about Jan. 6
Former President Donald Trump often misrepresents what happened on Jan. 6, even referring to convicted rioters as “hostages." A fact check of Trump’s claims, and claims by Kamala Harris.
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What can a new president accomplish on the first day? A look at Trump, Harris plans
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Georgetown law professor Stephen Vladeck about the powers a president has to enact changes on their first day in office.
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Halloween is just days away -- time for candy and other treats
Is it okay for your kids to binge candy on Halloween? A pediatrician gives us the answer.
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Artist gains fame for celebrity pumpkin carvings. NPR's Steve Inskeep is an example
A pumpkin carver in Oklahoma has gained notoriety for her celebrity pumpkins where you only see the face once the pumpkin is lit in the dark. She says anyone can do it with the right template.
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In addition to the presidential race, there are U.S. Senate races to monitor
NPR's A Martinez talks with election analyst Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report about the latest polling in crucial Senate races.
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'Washington Post' decides not to endorse a presidential candidate
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former "Washington Pos"t Executive Editor Marty Baron about the paper's decision not to endorse a presidential candidate.
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South Korean officials brief NATO on North Korean troops helping Russia
NATO is receiving an intelligence briefing from South Korean officials about the possible involvement of North Korean troops helping Russia in Ukraine.
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Sizing up where things stand after Israel’s attack on Iranian military facilities
Both the governments of Iran and Israel stopped short of calling for retaliation following the weekend attack. What might prevent or cause further escalation between these two nations?
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At the heart of the Boeing strike, an emotional fight over a lost pension plan
Pensions are a major sticking point between Boeing and its striking machinists union. Many workers want the company to restore the pension plan they lost a decade ago, but Boeing hasn’t budged.
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Trump and Harris campaigns concentrate on swing voters in the homestretch
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris are in the final days of being able to attract swing voters to their sides.
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While in Pennsylvania for election stories, 'Morning Edition' stopped by Gettysburg
The most famous battle of the Civil War took place just outside of Gettysburg. It's a cautionary tale as this year's election cycle is coming to a close.
