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PolitiFact founder says both parties need factchecking. But they don’t lie equally
by David Folkenflik
CBS said that its moderators would largely leave fact checking up to the vice presidential candidates in Tuesday's debate. Journalist Bill Adair said the network sent a powerful message, though.
Lawsuits claim gunmaker can be held liable in the Uvalde school massacre
by Sam Gringlas
Two lawsuits filed by families of Uvalde victims against gunmaker Daniel Defense will be a key test of an unsettled legal theory.
Actress Patricia Arquette brings sass and vulnerability to her 'High Desert' role
Patricia Arquette talks about her role in the new Apple TV+ series, High Desert.
What has and hasn't changed for teachers in the 5 years since 'Red for Ed' walkouts
by Jonaki Mehta
In spring 2018, public school staff took to the streets to protest low funding, low wages and shrinking benefits. Five years later, teachers reflect on what's changed since then.
Lake Powell provides a harrowing visual reminder of a stressed watering system
by Alex Hager | KUNC
When drought drained Lake Powell to its lowest level ever, it exposed a natural canyon wonderland little seen before it was dammed up. A visit to what's been revealed.
1 in 5 people around the world now live in countries teetering toward debt default
by Nurith Aizenman
A debt crisis looms over low- and-middle-income countries. One in five people live in a country teetering toward default. NPR unpacks the causes and consequences, including spiraling food prices.
Sen. Patty Murray pushes for over-the-counter birth control and insurance coverage
NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., about her efforts to push legislation that would make birth control available without a prescription and covered by insurance.
'The Secrets of Hillsong' explores allegations behind the international megachurch
NPR's Sarah McCammon talks to director Stacey Lee and Vanity Fair journalist Alex French about the new FX documentary series "The Secrets of Hillsong."
Toxic sea level rise threatens a West Oakland community
by Ezra Romero
Rising sea levels are a danger in West Oakland, Calif., where some residents and activists believe climate justice is a form of reparations.