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Hurricane Milton is poised to hit Florida's Gulf Coast. It's expected to be historic
by A Martínez
Sarasota is still cleaning up from Hurricane Helene which hit less than two weeks ago. Mayor Liz Alpert tells NPR's A Martinez the city is likely to take a direct hit from Milton, a stronger storm.
Brexit Agreement Moves To British, EU Parliaments For Approval
by Eleanor Beardsley
Europeans, weary of the long Brexit saga, see the final bill of divorce inked on Thursday by European Union and United Kingdom negotiators as a Christmas present.
Bug-Riddled 'Cyberpunk 2077' Has A Difficult But Manageable Path Forward
by Ziad Buchh
Years of anticipation and delays finally paid off earlier this month when the video game Cyberpunk 2077 was released. But technical bugs and glitches left many gamers disappointed.
Politicians Turn To TikTok To Appeal To Younger Voters
by Aviva Okeson-Haberman
TikTok is helping shape a new generation's political identity. And while most politicians aren't using the app, some younger lawmakers are embracing it to try to connect with younger voters.
More Than 1 Million People Have Received COVID-19 Vaccinations
by Pien Huang
That number may sound like a lot but it's short of the original goal. As the second week of vaccinations draws to an end, officials say there are "some hiccups," but things are going more smoothly.
California's Juvenile Justice System Undergoes Major Overhaul
by Marisa Lagos
California is eliminating its three state juvenile detention centers — sending responsibility back to counties. Advocates say it could mean substantial changes in the way juveniles are treated.
Where Do Things Stand With The $900 Billion COVID-19 Relief Bill?
by Tamara Keith
The fate of the coronavirus relief bill that Congress passed this week remains unclear. President Trump wants Congress to increase aid payments, which Democrats support. Republicans, though, do not.
News Brief: Relief Bill, Brexit Deal, Fewer Tourists In Bethlehem
The COVID-19 relief bill remains unsigned by the president. British and EU parliaments must approve Thursday's Brexit deal. Plus, Bethlehem, biblical birthplace of Jesus, suffers during the pandemic.
Flight Attendant Wants To Help Reunite 2 Friends
When her plane landed in Atlanta, Fabiola Figueroa rescued someone's stuffed animal. A plush cat — a bit worn, clearly well-loved. The airline is making calls, and Figueroa put the word out online.
Ohio City Temporarily Gets Into The Food Delivery Business
by Annie Wu
Beachwood, Ohio, is among a few municipalities providing free food delivery to city residents. It's the city's version of economic development for its restaurants during the pandemic.
INTERPOL Warns People About Counterfeit Coronavirus Vaccines
by Cardiff Garcia
The first doses of COVID-19 vaccines are being administered. Our Planet Money team delves into the dark web to learn more about the counterfeit vaccines that are being sold around the world.
Santa Swings By The International Space Station On Christmas Eve
For the past 65 years, the North American Aerospace Defense Command has made sure that Santa Claus' Christmas Eve goes smoothly. This year, it received support from U.S. Space Command.
Comparing Trump's Wave Of Pardons To Those Of Past Administrations
NPR's Noel King talks Kim Wehle, law professor at the University of Baltimore and author of How to Read the Constitution, about President Trump's pardons or commutations issued to dozens of people.