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Syrian residents in Turkey wave Syrian opposition flags as they celebrate the President Bashar al-Assad's rule in Syria after rebel fighters took control of Damascus overnight, at the Fatih Mosque, in Istanbul, on December 8, 2024.

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Foreign students advised to make plans before Trump. And, 2024's final news quiz

Why universities are advising international students to return before Inauguration Day. And, the last NPR news quiz of the year.

December 13, 2024
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FBI Director Christopher Wray speaks during an Election Threats Task Force meeting at the Justice Department in September 2024.

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FBI Director to resign. And, UHC CEO killing brings attention to U.S. life expectancy

Why FBI Director Christopher Wray will step down from the role at the end of Biden's term. And, the UHC CEO killing turns public attention to the U.S. life expectancy and health care.

December 12, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
Syrian citizens wave the revolutionary flag and shout slogans, as they celebrate during the second day of the take over of the city by the insurgents in Damascus on Monday.

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Clues to Luigi Mangione's ideology. And, courts halt Kroger and Albertsons megamerger

Murder suspect Luigi Mangione's digital footprint could provide clues to his ideology and possible motive. And, what's next for Kroger and Albertsons after courts halt megamerger.

December 11, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
In this handout photo released by the Altoona Police Department, Luigi Mangione is seen in a holding cell after being taken into custody on Dec. 9, 2024, in Altoona, Pa.

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What we know about murder suspect Luigi Mangione. And, why food recalls are rising

Police arrested Luigi Mangione yesterday and charged him with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week. Here's the latest details. And, why food recalls are rising.

December 10, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
Syrians celebrate the arrival of opposition fighters in Damascus, Syria, on Sunday.

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Rebels seized control of Syrian capital. And, Trump's 1st post-election TV interview

Rebels have seized control of Syria's capital and President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia. And, President-elect Donald Trump reveals his plans to govern in first post-election network TV interview.

December 09, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
Smoke from fighting billows in the edges of the town of Hama, Syria, Tuesday Dec. 3, 2024.

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Concerns over Trump's crypto promises. And, gift ideas for 5 personality types

President-elect Donald Trump has promised to make the U.S. the planet's "crypto capital." Here's why critics are concerned. And, gift ideas this holiday season for five personality types.

December 06, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be Secretary of Defense, and his wife Jennifer Rauchet walk through the Russell Senate Office building on Capitol Hill on Dec. 3, 2024.

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Hegseth fights to keep Defense nomination. And, police search for gunman who shot CEO

President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth is fighting to keep the nomination. And, a New York City manhunt is underway for the killer of UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson.

December 05, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
A man holds the South Korea flag outside the National Assembly in Seoul on December 4, 2024, after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law.

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South Korea's president faces calls to be impeached. And, tips to avoid porch pirates

South Korea's president faces calls to resign or to be impeached after he briefly imposed martial law over the country. And, tips on how to avoid falling victim to porch pirates this holiday season.

December 04, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
President Joe Biden and Hunter Biden, pictured in Nantucket, Mass., on Friday. Days later Biden announced he had pardoned his son, who was awaiting sentencing in criminal cases related to tax evasion and gun charges.

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The 2024 popular vote margin is tight. And, the history of Oxford's word of the year

The 2024 popular vote margin between President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President Harris is tight. Here's what that says about America. And, the history of 'brain rot,' Oxford's word of the year.

December 03, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
President Biden and his son Hunter Biden walk in downtown Nantucket, Mass., on Friday.

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President Biden pardons his son. And, which Christmas trees are more sustainable

President Biden has pardoned his son Hunter Biden, who he says was "selectively and unfairly prosecuted." And, a look into whether real or fake Christmas trees are better for the environment.

December 02, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton

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Books We Love is back. Here are some highlights. And, what to expect on Black Friday

NPR staffers bring you more than 300 new book recommendations in the latest edition of Books We Love. Plus, what to expect from a record-breaking holiday spending season.

November 29, 2024
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From left: Suzanne Sheuerman, Nicole Holliday, Barbara Schmidt, Marcella Yearwood and her husband, and Debora Wagner

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Concerned about arguments at Thanksgiving? NPR readers give tips to help

Many topics have divided the nation recently. NPR asked readers for insights into how they handle divisive conversations over the holidays. Here are the tips they provided.

November 28, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
A first responder looks for survivors at the scene of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a building in a southern suburb of Beirut on Tuesday.

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Israel and Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect. And, TSA-approved Thanksgiving foods

Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah begins their ceasefire, but many remain displaced. And, if you are traveling for the holidays here are the foods you can bring through TSA.

November 27, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
People inspect the damage at the site of an overnight Israeli airstrike that targeted a branch of the Al-Qard Al-Hassan finance group in Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday.

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How Trump wants to cut spending. And, possible Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal

President-elect Donald Trump wants to use a presidential impoundment to make big cuts to government spending. And, what could block a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah.

November 26, 2024
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  • Brittney Melton
President-elect Trump has made his choices for three top health positions in his next administration.

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These senators are key to the approval of cabinet picks. Plus, Thanksgiving recipes

President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks will need approval from the Republican-led Senate. Here's who to watch. And, make-ahead recipes for Thanksgiving.

November 25, 2024
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