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This boss vowed to help his workers with child care. It hasn't been easy
Child care continues to vex working parents. In Wisconsin, the CEO of the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry has been trying — and struggling — to make a difference.
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Actor and singer James Darren, a teen heartthrob in the '60s, has died at age 88
Actor and singer James Darren, a teen heartthrob in the 1960s, died this week at the age of 88. Tall, dark and handsome, he starred in three of the "Gidget" beach movies.
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Morning news brief
Israel’s PM faces growing opposition over his stance on Gaza. Russia launches massive barrage against Ukraine. Longtime aide to New York’s governors accused of secretly working for China.
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ISRAEL PM FACES GROWING PRESSURE
Benny Gantz, a former Israeli war cabinet member who walked out in June, has told Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a deal to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza or else step down.
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DOWN-BALLOT RACES: SENATE
Democrats are facing significant challenges in efforts to retain control of the U.S. Senate in November. Jessica Taylor with the Cook Political Report talks with NPR's Steve Inskeep.
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Selfies taken in desirable locations makes people less likely to go there, study finds
A new study finds that seeing other people in photos at a desirable locale — especially selfies — makes people less likely to go there.
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Folk duo Gillian Welch and David Rawlings release their album 'Woodland'
The folk music duo of Gillian Welch and David Rawlings release their album 'Woodland," four years after a tornado destroyed their home and studio.
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German automaker Volkswagen considers closing two plants in the country
Germany’s largest industrial employer, Volkswagen, is reportedly considering closing at least two plants in Germany after years of declining value and a struggle to transition to electric vehicles.
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5 things to know about the U.K.’s suspension of some arms exports to Israel
The U.K. exports explosive devices, guns and fighter jet components to Israel. But it's suspending some arms shipments, fearing Israel could used them in violation of international law.
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What to watch for in the post-Labor Day campaign sprint
From how to read the polls to big moments yet to come for Vice President Harris and former President Donald Trump, here are five themes and questions to think about this fall.
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Hotel worker strike in the U.S. extends into third day
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Steven Hufana in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he works as a prep cook at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
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Many EV owners are on a constant hunt for a place to charge up
Electric vehicle owners who live in cities often don’t have garages or driveways — so they can’t charge their cars at home. And public chargers are in short supply.
