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A new Louisiana law will re-classify misoprostol as a dangerous controlled substance
A new Louisiana law in effect Oct. 1 will re-classify misoprostol as a dangerous controlled substance. It's used in medication abortions, but also for postpartum hemorrhage and other obstetric issues.
After controversial testimony, Harvard University president remains
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Harvard constitutional law professor Laurence Tribe about Claudine Gay's controversial congressional hearing and the decision to retain her as Harvard's president.
As the planet warms, a naturalist documents change
by Brian Mann
South African naturalist Adam Welz's new book, The End of Eden, examines how networks of life are unraveling as climate change escalates.
How American Girl dolls became a part of American culture
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks about their new book Dolls of Our Lives: Why We Can't Quit American Girl.
A look at the allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs
by Sidney Madden
NPR Music's Sidney Madden gets us up to date on the several lawsuits and allegations of sexual assault against rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Amid fighting on Israel's northern border, Hezbollah and Iran seek to avoid war
by Jane Arraf
Since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel and Israel's offensive in Gaza, there has been fighting on Israel's northern border too, where Hezbollah and Iran are eager to avoid all-out war.
Young doctors are at COP28, and they've got a message for world leaders
by Alejandra Borunda
Young doctors at COP28 say the climate crisis is a health crisis. And they're energized to solve both at the same time.
Woman who sued Texas for access to abortion seeks procedure out of state instead
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Kate Cox, a pregnant woman from the Dallas area who had sued Texas for access to an abortion, has left the state for one instead. The fast-moving case was pending before the state Supreme Court.
Air Force will discipline 15 members following classified leaks in online forum
by Tom Bowman
The Air Force says it's disciplining 15 members following it's investigation of an Air National Guardsman accused of classified leaks online.
Mid-size cities seek federal help to support migrants, but resources are limited
by Rachel Estabrook
Denver's mayor has been to the White House requesting help for a surge of migrants in his city. But there's less help for mid-size cities like neighboring Aurora.
Seeking more U.S. aid, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will visit Washington
by Deirdre Walsh
Ukrainian President Zelensky is coming to Washington Tuesday to make a plea for Congress to approve more money to help in the country's war against Russia.
Poland elects new prime minister, ending right-wing party's rule
by Rob Schmitz
Poland's ruling Law and Justice Party leaves government today following its defeat in last month's national election. Donald Tusk will become prime minister.