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Wrestling - Olympic Games Paris 2024: Day 11

Who is Vinesh Phogat, the wrestler who lost an Olympic medal over her weight?

1:35pm August 07, 2024

by Bill Chappell

Phogat defeated the reigning Olympic champion on her way to a spot in the final. But Indian officials said that despite drastic measures, such as cutting her hair, she was around 100 grams overweight.

Inspired by the Olympics? It’s not too late to ignite your own fitness journey

11:32am August 07, 2024

by Margaret Cirino

Some athletes at the Paris Olympics didn't discover their sport until later in life. Here are five science-backed tips that can help you start an exercise routine you'll actually stick with.

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Thai court bans a popular political party for proposing to amend lèse-majesté law

11:20am August 07, 2024

by Michael Sullivan

The Constitutional Court ordered dissolution of the party, which won elections last year, saying it violated the constitution by proposing to amend the law against defaming the country’s royal family.

Inside a medical practice sending abortion pills to states where they're banned

10:29am August 07, 2024

by Elissa Nadworny

As the number of abortions nationwide grows, pregnant people in states with restrictions and bans are getting pills from out-of-state providers. Some say these providers are breaking the law.

EPA Administrator Regan Visits Florida To Highlight Funding For New Clean School Buses

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NPR wants to know: How is your grade-school student preparing for a successful year?

10:09am August 07, 2024

by Brittney Melton

As a new academic year approaches, NPR wants to hear from elementary, middle and high school students. What's one tip you have for ensuring a successful year?

Health & Safety

In Montana, 911 calls reveal hidden impact of heat waves on rural seniors

9:05am August 07, 2024

by Aaron Bolton

Researchers are helping Missoula county officials learn who’s calling 911 during heat waves. Rural callers are disproportionately affected, prompting emergency planners to rethink their approach.

Politics & Government

Who is Tim Walz? What to know about Harris' VP pick. And, a new Hamas leader

7:38am August 07, 2024

by Brittney Melton

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz joined Vice President Harris on stage at a Philadelphia rally yesterday after she announced him as her running mate. Here are some key takeaways. And, Hamas has a new leader.

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U.S. table tennis team has a moment in the spotlight, helped along by an All-Star fan

6:07am August 07, 2024

by Becky Sullivan

A viral video captured the unlikely meeting of an NBA All-Star and the Olympic women's table tennis squad, who've since exchanged visits and autographs. But they still haven't played each other — yet.

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We're not 'out of the woods' in the youth mental health crisis, a CDC researcher says

6:00am August 07, 2024

by Rhitu Chatterjee

The latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey says 40% of high school students report feeling persistently sad and hopeless. Still, that's down from 42% two years ago, a small but significant change.

With attention on Gaza, Jewish settlers expand in the West Bank

5:13am August 07, 2024

by Greg Myre

The war in Gaza has been the main focus in the Middle East. Yet in the West Bank, Israel's government is seizing land and Jewish settlers are establishing outposts at the highest rate in decades.

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