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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.
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.
While traveling with chemotherapy drugs, a woman remembers a stranger's kindness
While driving from Mexico to the U.S., Ellen Butterfield was stopped at the border with a bag of chemotherapy drugs for her husband. She remembers the kindness of a law enforcement officer.
All MUSIC Considered: What our directors of listened to this year
Ever wonder who picks the music for the breaks you hear on All Things Considered? The show's directors! We talk to our show producers about the music they listened to the most this year — and why.
Weighing California's Political Influence After McCarthy's Resignation
by Scott Detrow
Kevin McCarthy's resignation marks the end of an era for California Republicans. His absence along with other influential Golden State Dems could diminish the state's political influence.
COP28 Update: Promises And Regrets
UN climate talks are winding down in Dubai. Negotiators are debating the language on how to reduce the use of fossil fuels, climate finance for developing countries and renewable energy.
If Donald Trump becomes president again, how authoritarian would his agenda be?
Donald Trump summed up his agenda for a second term as president: Revenge and retribution. Will become a full-fledged autocrat in his second term?
Shohei Ohtani has a new deal with the LA Dodgers
by Scott Detrow
Baseball phenomenon Shohei Ohtani's new contract with the LA Dodgers is the largest in North American sports history.
A new documentary examines the 'Star Wars Holiday Special' and asks: Why?
by Linda Holmes
A new documentary called A Disturbance in the Force looks back on how the special happened and why it's been locked away ever since.