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In China the government is raising the official retirement age to combat a rapidly shrinking workforce. We hear reaction from Chinese workers. And life in Mexico City presents many challenges for people there. But getting a driving license isn't one of them.

The 60-year-old woman, who has not been named, was near the Old Faithful Geyser at the Wyoming national park this week when she stepped through a thin crust over scalding water, park officials said.

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A group of Black female scientists and mathematicians known as NASA's “Hidden Figures” were honored Wednesday with Congressional Gold Medals, the highest award given to citizens by Congress.

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The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an incident aboard a Delta flight in which a cabin pressurization issue with the Boeing 737 caused some passengers to bleed from the nose and ears.

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The Uncommitted National Movement announces it will not endorse Vice President Harris but does not want supporters to vote for former President Donald Trump, and discourages third party votes.

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Maggie Haberman, who's spent years covering Trump, discusses his behavior on the campaign trail, including his insistence on responding to every slight — even when it undermines his appeal to voters.

Brian Raymond admitting to drugging, filming and assaulting the women, most of whom didn't know until investigators showed them footage. Several shared their experiences in court as he looked on.

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With genetic samples from the infamous Wuhan market, a new study makes the case that raccoon dogs are likely the animal that infected humans. Proponents of the lab leak theory are dubious.

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The Teamsters, a large and prominent union, is not endorsing a presidential candidate this cycle, breaking away from what other labor unions are doing. And, tips on how to avoid credit card debt.

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Progress in preventing infections was being made in the country with Europe's second-highest number of HIV cases. Then came the Russian invasion.

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A Haitian community leader in Springfield, Ohio tells Morning Edition that some newcomers are pondering leaving after a string of bomb threats made to the city after former President Trump elevated debunked claims about new migrants during presidential debate with VP Harris.

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The "Ultimate World Cruise" consumed social media, with many comparing it to a reality show. But what was it really like? Passengers spoke with NPR, nine months and 60-plus countries later.

Trump can now start selling his majority stake in the Truth Social parent company, as a lockup on insider sales expires. But that could tank the price of the stock.

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The Secret Service is again facing criticism following a second apparent attempt on former President Donald Trump's life.

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Federal housing vouchers are the largest rental aid program, but many landlords reject them. Experiments will test whether cash helps more people sign a lease.

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It’s been almost a year since the Food and Drug Administration approved the first genetic treatments for sickle cell disease. So far, only a few patients have received the long-awaited treatments.

Washing your body seems like a no-brainer. But once you get into the details, things get complicated. Dermatologists offer surprising advice on how often to shower, when to toss your loofah and more.

The Government Accountability Office found that Black girls received nearly half of the most severe punishments, like expulsion, even though they represent only 15% of girls in public schools.

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With the presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump as close as it is, the small percentage of undecided voters could have a big impact on the outcome.

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A new law in New Hampshire will require anyone registering to vote for the first time in the Granite State to provide documentation they are U.S. citizens, like a birth certificate or passport.

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