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Chinese and U.S. flags wave outside a technology company in Beijing, on April 17.

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The U.S. and China cut tariffs. And, what's expected from Trump's Middle East trip

The U.S. and China ease the trade war with a significant cut to recently imposed tariffs. And, President Trump's trip to the Middle East is expected to involve a lot of commerce and cultural exchanges.

May 12, 2025
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The newly elected Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV is seen for the first time from the Vatican balcony on May 8 in Vatican City, Vatican.

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Details on Pope Leo XIV and his views. And, U.S. and China trade negotiations begin

Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected pope yesterday and chose the name Pope Leo XIV. Here's what you need to know about him and his views. And, the U.S. and China begin trade negotiations.

May 09, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference following a Federal Open Market Committee meeting at the William McChesney Martin Jr. Federal Reserve Board Building on May 7 in Washington, D.C.

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Fed keeps interest rates steady. And, Catholics around the world wait for a new Pope

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady amid uncertainty over President Trump's trade war. And, the Trump administration has plans to deport migrants without legal status to Libya.

May 08, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
The U.S. Supreme Court is shown on March 17 in Washington, D.C.

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SCOTUS upholds Trump's transgender military ban. And, the papal conclave begins

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump Administration to start executing its ban on trans military service members. And, the conclave to elect the Catholic Church's new leader begins today.

May 07, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney holds an election rally in Windsor, Ontario, on April 26.

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Trump and Canadian PM to meet today. And, the best Met Gala looks

Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are set to meet today as tensions between their two countries rise. And, the best looks from last night's star-studded Met Gala.

May 06, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
Palestinians receive bags of flour and other humanitarian aid distributed by UNRWA, the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees, in Jabaliya, Gaza Strip, on Tuesday.

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Why Israel plans to limit life-saving aid into Gaza. And, Diddy's trial begins today

Israel's cabinet approved a plan to limit the way life-saving aid is distributed in Gaza. And, Diddy's trial begins today wth jury selection.

May 05, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
The headquarters for National Public Radio (NPR) is seen in Washington, D.C.

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Trump orders end of NPR's federal funding. And, judge blocks use of Alien Enemies Act

Trump signed an executive order to end federal funding for NPR and PBS, accusing the organizations of political bias. And, a federal judge ruled Trump's usage of the Alien Enemies Act was unlawful.

May 02, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
The U.S. economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.3% in the first three months of the year as President Trump's tariffs spark fears about a recession.

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U.S. economy shrinks in the 1st quarter. And, Ukraine and the U.S. sign minerals deal

The U.S. economy shrank during the first three months of the year and consumer confidence has plummeted. And, Ukraine and the U.S. have signed a minerals deal that both sides say is a win.

May 01, 2025
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President Trump speaks during a rally at Macomb Community College on in Warren, Mich., on Tuesday to mark his first 100 days in office.

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Republicans aim to pass Trump's big bill. And, Steve Bannon analyzes Trump's strategy

House Republicans are focused on passing Trump's "big beautiful bill" by Memorial Day. And, Steve Bannon shows support for Trump's agenda in an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep.

April 30, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
President Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House on April 25 in Washington, D.C., for Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis.

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Trump's 100-day report card. And, a student protester speaks from detention

Nearly half of the respondents in an NPR poll gave Trump an F on the first 100 days of his second term. And, detained student Mohsen Madhawi speaks with Morning Edition's Leila Fadel.

April 29, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
More than 200 people who the White House says are gang members were deported to El Salvador by the U.S. in San Salvador, El Salvador on March 16, 2025. (Photo by El Salvador Presidency / Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images)

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Trump administration tries to ramp up deportations. And, a look at Canada's election

Critics say the Trump administration is making mistakes as it tries to drive up deportation numbers. And, Canada's election for the next prime minister is heavily influenced by Trump.

April 28, 2025
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From dogs to rabbits, NPR readers share how adopting shelter pets impacted them

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day is on April 30. To bring awareness to the day, the Up First newsletter is sharing some stories from readers about how their pet has impacted their lives.

April 27, 2025
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  • Brittney Melton
A Ukrainian woman looks at rescuers as they try to pull her out from under the rubble of a building after a Russian military strike on Kyiv, Ukraine, on Thursday. The strike occurred at 1 a.m., when most people were asleep. So far, nine people have been confirmed dead and more than 70 injured. The rescue operation is ongoing.

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Trump pushes Russia-Ukraine peace deal. And, NPR's glimpse inside liberated Khartoum

Russia launched a deadly strike on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. Trump says he wants peace quickly. And, NPR looks inside Sudan's capital city of Khartoum after two years of war.

April 25, 2025
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President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office in February.

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Trump changes tone over tariffs on China. And, new executive actions target education

Trump is changing his tone about tariffs on China, but it is unclear if he will change any policies. And, a sweeping list of executive actions targeting higher education and K-12 schools.

April 24, 2025
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President Trump announced his latest tariffs at a Rose Garden event at the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 2. The International Monetary Fund cut its forecasts for the global economy this year, citing the risks from an all-out trade war.

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IMF warns of economic impacts of Trump's tariffs. And, Pope Francis lies in state

The International Monetary Fund is warning that President Trump's tariffs could pose significant challenges for the global economy. And, Pope Francis' body lies in state until his Saturday funeral.

April 23, 2025
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