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How will Biden’s decision change the Republican Party’s plans for November?
by A Martínez
NPR's A Martínez talks to political analyst and pollster Frank Luntz about how President Biden ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Kamala Harris for the nomination changes the race.
Naomi Campbell debuts fashion line featuring clothing with an antibacterial finish
The supermodel is known for her dedication to hygiene especially while traveling. Her preflight wipe-down rituals created viral moments. The new line is a nod to Campbell's acknowledged germaphobia.
Arab Muslims from a Bedouin community want a deal to end Israel-Hamas war
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Ali Ziyadne, a Bedouin Arab Israeli advocating for a deal to stop the fighting in Gaza, and bring home hostages — including his brother and nephew.
The war in Ukraine is the top issue for the NATO defense ministers' meeting
by Teri Schultz
NATO defense ministers meet in Brussels for the first time since former President Donald Trump's incendiary remarks about the alliance.
Canvassers in Philadelphia reach out to residents to warn about overdose rates
by Nicole Leonard
City workers in Philadelphia are canvassing neighborhoods with high rates of drug overdose deaths — and handing out overdose reversal medication.
Morning news brief
Kansas City Super Bowl rally turns deadly. Source says Russia is working on nuclear capability that could threaten satellites. The number of migrants trying to cross into the U.S. fell in January.
Judge in New York to rule on motions in Trump's hush-money criminal case
Former President Donald Trump is expected to appear in New York criminal court Thursday. The case is related to hush-money payments made to cover up a sex scandal during 2016's presidential campaign.
An exclusive look at how Latino Democrats in Washington plan to target key races
by Claudia Grisales
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus launches a "war room" to target Republicans in at least a dozen key races in the 2024 election.
Georgia judge will consider removing prosecutor from election interference case
A Georgia judge holds a hearing Thursday on the personal relationship between two prosecutors leading the election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others.
How Saudi Arabia is using its oil influence to fund fantastical plans for the future
For decades, Saudi Arabia's economy has been defined by its abundant oil reserves. But with a plan known as Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is trying to pivot away from that economic base.
Groups band together to save native grasslands in the high plains
by Calen Moore
Conservation groups, ranchers and big beef buyers have joined together to try to save millions of acres of native grasses in the central part of the country.
It's Ash Wednesday — the first day of Lent, which is a holy day for many Christians
Lent is a time of fasting, charity and prayer for many Christians, who observe the period in all sorts of unique ways.