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Woman who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault says her claims were false

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 11:14

On Thursday, the woman identified as Jane Doe filed a declaration in Manhattan federal court stating that all of her original claims against the rapper were false.

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There's a global pandemic treaty that's signed -- and in 'limbo.' What's the holdup?

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 10:57

The treaty aims to help the countries of the world prepare for — and defeat — any future pandemic. Why hasn't it gone into effect?

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The Supreme Court revives a controversial data system for citizenship checks

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 10:40

The Supreme Court is allowing use of a data system that Trump officials overhauled. The system has erroneously flagged U.S. citizens and a lower court found it violated federal privacy protections.

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Pope Leo warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity on his France visit

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 09:55

Pope Leo XIV raised existential concerns about scientific progress, life and human rights during a speech on his first papal visit to France.

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Hurricane Nolo, a zig-zagging storm, threatens Hawaii with flooding rains

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 09:46

Nolo will slow down as it nears Hawaii's Big Island and is expected to become a major hurricane this weekend, bringing torrential rain to areas that have been flooded by big storms this summer.

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Trump and Xi strike cordial tone at summit. And, Netanyahu gives defiant UNGA speech

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 06:18

Trump and Xi's U.S. summit continues after a state dinner Thursday night. And, Netanyahu returns to Israel after giving a defensive and defiant speech at the U.N. General Assembly.

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Why this Pokémon set is dropping in value

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 06:00
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How does one price a cemetery plot? Are they using dynamic pricing to figure it out? We tackle that question and many more in this week's Indicator newsletter.

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Netanyahu rages against critics, including Mamdani, at the U.N. General Assembly

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 05:25

Middle East crises in focus as U.N. General Assembly hears from Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Yemen.

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Mom! Mom! MOM! 3 ways to stay calm in stressful parenting moments

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:01

Parenthood can be overwhelming. A therapist and mom of three shares techniques to help calibrate your emotions — so you can show up better for yourself and your family.

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Fill in the blank in the quiz: Trump's says his triumphal arch will include _____

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:01

Plus: It's a very special week! But which one?

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Americans are confused and worried about elections. Will that impact turnout?

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:00

New polling shows many voters are concerned about the midterms. But prior elections show no clear link between voter concerns and fewer voters actually casting ballots.

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Is Switzerland's neutrality at a crossroads?

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:00

Switzerland is voting on whether to tighten its famous neutrality — a move that could reshape its response to Russia and future conflicts.

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Years after storms, clean-up crews meticulously separate the sentimental from the wreckage

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:00

Across the country, lost-and-found networks seek to reunite objects with disaster survivors. The work can take years. In some cases, it's impossible to pick up all the pieces.

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The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is low. Here's why you should care

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:00

The U.S. has tapped into its strategic oil reserve to help drive down rising gasoline prices in the wake of the war with Iran. Can oil from Venezuela help fill it back up?

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American farmers are hurting -- and worried about their futures

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 04:00

Farmers who grow soybeans, corn, cotton and other crops are facing another year of losses as soaring fuel and fertilizer costs offset higher revenues.

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Trump's state dinner for Xi features sea bass and a long list of tech titans

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 01:18

A tech-heavy guest list, the fashion choices of those on it, who sat where and what was on the menu marked the softer — often and glitzier — details of diplomacy as Donald Trump threw a Thursday night state dinner honoring China's leader Xi Jinping.

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Man shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died

Fri, 09/25/2026 - 01:16

James Copenhaver, one of three campaign rally attendees shot in 2024 during an assassination attempt on then-candidate Donald Trump, has died in Pittsburgh, his lawyer said Thursday. He was 76.

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Long agenda, short meeting: Trump and Xi meet

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 17:10

All Things Considered host Mary Louise Kelly talks with White House correspondent Emily Feng about the Trump/Xi summit.

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In one of their last votes before November, Senate GOP blocks effort to end Iran war

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:46

The vote on a war powers resolution introduced by Democrats came at a moment when some Republicans have begun to distance themselves from President Trump over the ongoing conflict.

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RFK Jr.'s ethics filing reveals book deals worth millions of dollars

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 12:51

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s annual financial disclosure reveals he has received two lucrative book advances and free flights from a friend while in office.

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