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Dodgers, Astros Prepare For A Hot And Sweaty Game 1 In L.A.

5:26pm October 23, 2017

Los Angeles will host its first World Series in 29 years. The National League Dodgers face off tomorrow night against the American League Houston Astros — and it's going to get heated.

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Where Does Hollywood Go After Numerous Allegations Of Sexual Assault And Harassment?

5:26pm October 23, 2017

Thirty-eight women have shared their stories of sexual harassment by long-time screenwriter and director James Toback. Earlier this month, multiple women came forward with allegations of sexual assault by another Hollywood power player — Harvey Weinstein. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Matthew Belloni, Editorial Director of The Hollywood Reporter, about the reports and what it all means for Hollywood going forward.

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Former Paratrooper On What It Was Like To Serve With Bergdahl

5:26pm October 23, 2017

When Bowe Bergdahl walked off of his base in 2009, soldiers and resources across Afghanistan were rerouted to search for him. Jon Thurman was with Bergdahl's company, and was a part of the weeks-long search after he disappeared. He speaks with NPR about that time, and how he feels about Bergdahl's guilty plea.

Indiana Congressman On The Attack In Niger That Killed 4 U.S. Soldiers

5:26pm October 23, 2017

Congressman Jim Banks, R-Ind., serves on the Armed Services Committee. He speaks with NPR's Robert Siegel about the latest information about the attack in Niger that killed four U.S. service members.

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Special Forces Medic During Vietnam War Presented With Medal Of Honor

5:26pm October 23, 2017

President Trump presented the Medal of Honor to retired Army Capt. Gary Rose for conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam War. During a four-day battle in Laos with North Vietnamese troops, Rose — a special forces medic — treated more than 50 soldiers under fire despite his own injuries.

How The Affordable Housing Crisis Is Playing Out In One Dallas Neighborhood

5:26pm October 23, 2017

by Laura Sullivan

Only 25 percent of people who need government help to pay for housing get it. In collaboration with The FRONTLINE Dispatch, NPR looked at what can happen to the other 75 percent and how the affordable housing crisis is playing out in one Dallas neighborhood.

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Megyn Kelly Blasts O'Reilly, Says Silencing Of Women 'Has To Stop'

5:21pm October 23, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Bill O'Reilly denies allegations of serial sexual harassment and has said no one at Fox News filed complaints about his behavior. That's false, former Fox News star Kelly said Monday: "I complained."

Retired Army Capt. Gary "Mike" Rose, who served as an Army special forces medic during the Vietnam War, talks to reporters at the Pentagon last week. Monday, Rose received the Medal of Honor.

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Medal Of Honor Awarded To Army Medic For Covert Operation During Vietnam War

4:01pm October 23, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Army Capt. Gary Rose is credited with saving the lives of dozens of soldiers during a dayslong operation in Laos, as he ran into enemy fire to save the wounded. The mission was classified for decades.

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The FDA Will Decide Whether 26 Ingredients Count As Fiber

3:41pm October 23, 2017

by Allison Aubrey

Chicory root. Bamboo. Soy fiber: Manufacturers can use these to add fiber to foods. Critics say this makes snack foods seem healthy. FDA will decide if these can count as fiber on nutrition labels.

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Myeshia Johnson, widow of U.S. Army Sergeant La David Johnson, who was among four special forces soldiers killed in Niger, sits with her daughter, Ah'Leeysa Johnson at a graveside service in Hollywood, Fla., on Oct. 21.

Trump Call Controversy Renews Spotlight On Gold Star Families

3:02pm October 23, 2017

by Samantha Raphelson

President Trump's condolence calls to the families of the fallen has put new attention on Gold Star Families. But this isn't the first time Trump has offended families who lost loved ones in combat.