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Morning news brief
by Michel Martin
Israelis protest Netanyahu government after bodies of six hostages recovered. Unions are taking more prominent roles in U.S. politics. A look at Harris and Trump plans to tackle high housing costs.
Legendary television producer Norman Lear has died at 101
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Writer/producer Norman Lear has died. The legendary figure in television created All in the Family, The Jeffersons, Maude and other shows that spoke to the political moment with humor and compassion.
New agritourism rules are being debated in Washington state's Skagit Valley
by Monica Nickelsburg
Small farmers say they need agritourism, such as weddings, to help keep them afloat. Others argue too much tourism could undermine the fundamental purpose of the community they live in.
Only one-third of people eligible to take life-saving statins are doing so
by Allison Aubrey
Statin medications are effective at preventing heart attacks and strokes. But a new study finds millions of people who could benefit are not using the medications.
Denny Laine, co-founder of the Moody Blues and Wings, dies at 79
Laine sang lead vocals on one of the 1960s biggest hits, "Go Now," with his band the Moody Blues. Laine would go on to write one of the best selling songs in British history, 1977's "Mull of Kintyre."
A plan to fund Ukraine's defense is blocked in the Senate. What happens next?
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut about the ongoing fight in Congress over additional funding for Ukraine and border security.
U.S. pressures Israel to stop Israeli settler violence against West Bank Palestinians
by Michele Kelemen
The State Department announces visa bans for Israeli settlers who've recently attacked Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. Palestinians who've attacked Israelis would also be subject to the bans.
Ukraine approaches another winter of war with U.S funding stuck in Congress
Ukraine's counteroffensive has resulted in little gain on the battlefield. Some EU members and some members of Congress are questioning whether aid to Ukraine should continue.
A term for popular a reggaeton dance is added to Spanish-language dictionary
The Spanish Royal Academy has added "perreo" to its dictionary, but the term's been around for decades. The move puts a spotlight on the dance and its significance in reggaetón music.
City council candidate in Rainier, Wash., loses election because he didn't vote
Damion Green chose not to vote for himself, fearing it would seem narcissistic — he lost by one vote. His opponent tells The Seattle Times he did vote for himself, after his wife gave him a nudge.
Science has found new evidence of the causes of fainting
by Jon Hamilton
A lot of people faint at some point in their lives for no clear medical reason. New research provides some explanation.
Investigation finds Tenn. juvenile detention center illegally secluded children
by Paige Pfleger
State lawmakers in Tennessee demand an audit of all juvenile detention centers to see how often kids are locked up alone. A Knoxville facility illegally secluded kids for hours, even days at a time.