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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.
A man ran 415 circles around a roundabout, a 36-mile ultramarathon
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Tate Dobson, who ran a 36-mile ultramarathon by running 415 circles around a roundabout.
Encore: Some residents are concerned about domestic lithium mining in the U.S.
by David Boraks
The U.S. wants to mine more domestic lithium for electric vehicle batteries. It would require demolishing houses, digging up farms and disrupting streams. Some residents worry about the impact.
WNBA star Brittney Griner freed from Russian detention
WNBA star Brittney Griner was freed in a prisoner swap Thursday. She was serving a prison sentence for drug charges in Russia.
Where do things stand for Paul Whelan after Brittney Griner's release?
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with John Kirby, White House National Security Council spokesperson, about the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner from Russian detention.
Will China's protests mark a new political awakening?
China's protests renewed focus on the changing social contract between the country's young generation and its aging rulers. Will young people's rare show of defiance mark a new political awakening?
Turkey is keeping Finland and Sweden from joining NATO
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Antony Blinken hosted his counterparts from Finland and Sweden, who are still trying to get Turkey on board with their NATO aspirations.
A look into one of 50 thousand war crimes under investigation in Ukraine
by Tim Mak
There are 50 thousand war crimes under investigation in Ukraine. NPR looked into just one case — the death of a man — and what it might take to find justice.
Italy's prime minister sues journalist for defamation
by Sylvia Poggioli
Italy's prime minister Giorgia Meloni is suing writer Roberto Saviano for defamation. Saviano has lived under police protection since 2006, after death threats for his book on the mafia in Naples.
Indonesia passes a new criminal code that prevents extramarital sex
by Julie McCarthy
Indonesia has passed a new criminal code that prevents anyone in the country from having extramarital sex and restricts political freedoms.
Netflix releases the long-awaited documentary series, 'Harry & Meghan'
by Linda Holmes
Netflix released three episodes of the long-awaited documentary series, "Harry & Meghan." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share their love story in the series.
Washington TV reporter Pat Collins is retiring after 49 years
Pat Collins, known for being a quirky Washington TV reporter, is retiring after 49 years.