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Trump and his faithful followers return to Butler, Pa., to energize the flock
by Danielle Kurtzleben
Former President Donald Trump credited the "grace of God" for his survival of the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13 in his return to the site for a rally on Saturday.
What Might Biden's Presidency Mean For U.S. Foreign Policy?
Foreign leaders are assessing what a Joe Biden presidency will mean for their relations with the U.S. We examine how Biden's presidency could affect U.S. relations with China, Russia and Iraq.
Cat Who Vanished From Washington State Home Turns Up In Alaska
The owners of a cat named Panda spent time searching the neighborhood and posting on Facebook for the lost cat. Days later, a Home Depot employee found Panda in a shipping crate in Kenai, Ala.
Brazil's President Hasn't Congratulated Biden On His Election Victory
by Phil Reeves
Several prominent world leaders have remained silent, even after the U.S. presidential election was called for Joe Biden. They included Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro, a far-right populist.
Military Loosens Some Dress Code Restrictions
Service members and their dependents can now wear workout gear, including yoga pants, when buying groceries or grabbing a meal on base. The outfit must be in good condition and appropriately modest.
As COVID-19 Cases Surge, Biden To Announce A Plan
NPR's David Greene talks to Dr. Ashish Jha, public health policy researcher and dean of Brown University's School of Public Health, about COVID-19 challenges facing Joe Biden's transition team.
Georgia's Role In Determining The Balance Of Power In Washington
by Emma Hurt
The 2020 election will actually end in 2021. That's when two U.S. Senate seats in Georgia will be decided by runoff elections that will determine which party controls the chamber.
Remembering TV's Alex Trebek Who Has Died At Age 80
For 36 years, Alex Trebek quizzed Jeopardy! contestants on history, geography, hip-hop lyrics, "Potent Potables" and "Potpourri." He died Sunday after battling pancreatic cancer.
News Brief: President-Elect Biden, COVID-19 Cases' Devastating Trend
Joe Biden and his team begin the presidential transition while President Trump hasn't conceded defeat. The U.S. averages more than 100,000 new cornavirus cases a day — 50% more than in late October.
Auto Sales Rebound Faster Than Analysts Had Predicted
by Camila Domonoske
Earlier this year things were looking grim for the auto sector. Plants were shut down and experts predicted a big drop in demand. But now automakers are making a lot of money.
Georgia Race Tightens, Officials Will Conduct Recount
The Georgia Secretary of State says the state will conduct a recount.