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Trump likes to attack Harris' native California. Its politicians say bring it on

5:00am September 10, 2024

The GOP nominee has trained his eye even more squarely on the Golden State and its progressive record -- a line of attack he’s likely to lean into at tonight’s debate with Vice President Harris.

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NPR poll shows why the stakes are so high for Harris and Trump in the debate

5:00am September 10, 2024

A lot of people say they'll tune in Tuesday night to the first presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris, according to an NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.

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'I can poke fun at all sides': Harris and Trump impressionists prep for debate night

5:00am September 10, 2024

Can impressions and satire shift voters? And how do the comedians think about their role? We put these questions to Harris and Trump impressionists.

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Tony Blair urges leaders to ignore 'waves of populist opinion'

5:00am September 10, 2024

Tony Blair's On Leadership: Lessons for the 21st Century is the political leadership guide he says he would have wanted in 1997, at the start of his 10-year tenure as British prime minister.

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How you could own the Iron Throne or Jon Snow's sword from 'Game of Thrones'

5:00am September 10, 2024

More than 2,000 items, like Jon Snow’s sword and the Iron Throne, from the iconic HBO series will be auctioned off in October. Here’s what’s for sale.

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Indiana's cellphone ban means less school drama. But students miss their headphones

5:00am September 10, 2024

Weeks into a new school year, students miss being able to listen to music, but teachers say the cellphone ban is making their jobs easier.

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Listen to NPR's live coverage of the ABC News Presidential Debate Simulcast

5:00am September 10, 2024

NPR will offer live coverage, including live updates online, of the ABC News Presidential Debate Simulcast on Tuesday. Tune in to NPR's live on-air coverage starting at 9 p.m. ET.

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The Harris campaign takes its attacks against Trump over abortion on the road

5:00am September 10, 2024

by Sarah McCammon

While former President Donald Trump tries to moderate his message on abortion, Vice President Harris’ campaign is warning voters that another Trump administration would threaten access to reproductive healthcare.

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Crabbers Feel Pinch As Catch Declines Along Maryland Coast

Winter crabbing strained Chesapeake Bay’s blue crab population. It may soon resume

5:00am September 10, 2024

by Julie Depenbrock

After a 16-year prohibition, a group of Virginia watermen voted to reinstate winter crab dredging. Many argue the decision puts the blue crab’s fragile population in jeopardy.

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Harris and Trump will share the stage for the first time at the presidential debate

4:47am September 10, 2024

by Scott Horsley

A lot of Americans are expected to be listening and watching Tuesday night's debate. While most voter's minds are already made up, some are still looking for a reason to back one side or the other.

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