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Besides the postal service, what other options do voters have to cast early ballots
by Steve Inskeep
As early voting has begun, NPR's Steve Inskeep asks David Becker, executive director and founder of the nonpartisan Center for Election Innovation & Research, what options voters have to cast ballots.
After East Palestine disaster, Buttigieg calls for stronger railroad safety rules
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has accused freight rail operator Norfolk Southern of putting profits in front of human lives. This follows strong criticism of Buttigieg from Republicans.
New paid verification service: Instagram and Facebook launch Meta Verified
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Tim Higgins, a reporter with The Wall Street Journal, about new paid verification protocols at Twitter and Meta.
Biden marks anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine with a speech in Warsaw
Biden spoke near this same site 11 months ago at the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. As the war drags on, he's back -to boost the morale of NATO and make a plea for the fight to continue.
Daughter's 17-second TikTok attracts millions to her dad's mystery 'Stone Maidens'
A novel by attorney Lloyd Devereux Richards languished in obscurity until his daughter posted on TikTok: "I'd love for him to get some sales." It's now a best-seller.
We all know the debate about pineapple on pizza — but what about pickles?
A review of pizza trends by delivery app Slice has new data. The report predicts that pickles — most often served on pizzas topped with garlic sauce — will continue to grow in popularity.
New Mexico may become the first state to have an official aroma
A bill would make "green chilis roasting in the fall" its signature scent. A state fiscal report says the move might increase tourism to New Mexico by drawing visitors away from Colorado.
Dissidence is dangerous in Russia. Can we measure true reaction to Putin's speech?
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Johns Hopkins professor Sergey Radchenko about how Russian President Vladimir Putin's speech will be received by Russian citizens.
Putin addresses his nation as Russia's invasion of Ukraine nears the 1-year mark
Russian President Putin addresses his nation three days before the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the day after President Biden's unannounced visit to Ukraine's capital Kyiv.
Why hybrids are more popular than EVs — even if they aren't quite as splashy
by Camila Domonoske
Electric vehicles are all the rage these days. But hybrids — the kind without a plug — are much more popular with buyers. There's a new Prius, popular SUVs, pickups — and even a hybrid Corvette.