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Austria's far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
by Rob Schmitz
The far-right Freedom Party of Austria has won the most votes in national parliamentary elections but has fallen short of an absolute majority.
Brazil's President Draws Controversy Over Covert Use Of Cyberspace
by Philip Reeves
A former ally of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro says the leader has a government-funded "digital militia" that pumps out propaganda targeting the president's enemies.
It Took 25 Years, But Mariah Carey's Holiday Earworm Reaches No. 1
"All I Want For Christmas Is You" was released in 1994. This modern Christmas classic tapped out at No. 3 last season. Now, the Queen of Christmas claims her No. 1 crown on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2019, TV's 'Friends' Remains Successful And Divisive
A quarter-century after it first aired, "Friends" is enjoying a huge afterlife — it was the second most-watched show on Netflix this year. What is it about "Friends" that resonates with viewers?
'Rough Translation': A Check On The Corruption Fight In Ukraine
by Gregory Warner
Ukraine's president was elected with a huge popular mandate to fight corruption. The youngest and least experience member of Ukraine's parliament has joined the battle against corruption.
British Museum To Display Minoans' Single-Use Clay Cup
The cup thrown aside some 3,500 years ago was created by members of an early European civilization. Archaeologists found so many, that may be single-use items — signs of ancient prosperity.
Researchers Investigate Cancer Clusters In North Carolina
by Claire Donnelly
In three North Carolina towns, the cancer rate is higher than what scientists would typically expect. Researchers are trying to figure out why, and so far there aren't any answers.
'Kansas City Star' Probe Uncovers Failures In Foster Care System
An investigation by The Kansas City Star reveals stark outcomes for foster care children in America. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Laura Bauer, one of the journalists who led the paper's reporting.
News Brief: Boeing 737 Max, Spending Bill, Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy
Boeing will suspend production of 737 Max jets in January. Both parties tout key wins in spending bill. And, Sackler family withdrew billions before Purdue Pharma filed for bankruptcy, records show.
Ahead Of Shutdown Deadline, Congress To Vote On Spending Bill
by Kelsey Snell
After months of stalled negotiations, congressional leaders reached a deal on a $1.3 trillion spending package that would fund the government through September 2020.
California Wine Makers Examine Climate's Effect On Their Industry
by Eric Westervelt
After several bad wildfire seasons and now rolling power blackouts, wine makers in Sonoma and Napa are having to take a hard look at how climate change is impacting their product and business.
Netanyahu Rival Launches Challenge To Lead Likud Party
by Daniel Estrin
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu next week faces an internal challenge to his leadership of the Likud Party as it draws up its candidate list for elections in March.