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Blinken In Israel, Truth Social Listing, Apple Antitrust Suit

Secretary of State Tony Blinken visits Israel as Gaza braces for famine. Donald Trump is ready to take Truth Social public — and it's not just his diehard supporters who want to buy stock. And the Justice Department hits Apple with an antitrust lawsuit for monopolizing the smartphone market.

Blinken In Israel, Truth Social Listing, Apple Antitrust Suit

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Auto Emissions Rules, Alabama DEI Law, Reddit Goes Public

The Biden administration gives electric vehicles a jolt — with new EPA rules that aim to make two-thirds of new cars, trucks and SUVs electric or hybrid by 2032. Alabama follows other conservative states by banning public schools and universities from spending money on diversity, equity, and inclusion. And some of Reddit's most loyal users are so upset the company is going public, they might try to bet against its stock.

Auto Emissions Rules, Alabama DEI Law, Reddit Goes Public

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Texas Border Law, Mississippi Cops Sentenced, Ohio Senate Primary

Migrants in Texas are waking up to a new day of anxiety after a whirlwind of court orders about a controversial immigration enforcement law. Six former Mississippi police officers who pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men are being sentenced this week in federal court. And Ohio Republicans nominate the candidate endorsed by Donald Trump for a race that could determine control of the U.S. Senate.

Texas Border Law, Mississippi Cops Sentenced, Ohio Senate Primary

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Gaza Famine, Louisiana Abortion Ban, Another Primary Day

The United Nations says famine is imminent in Northern Gaza. In one state that has banned abortion, maternal health care now looks very different. And it's Primary Day in five more states — including Arizona, one of a handful of states likely to decide the election this fall.

Gaza Famine, Louisiana Abortion Ban, Another Primary Day

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Russia's Election Results, Trump's Campaign Rhetoric, Harris On The Trail

An outcome never in doubt: Russia's electoral commission says Vladimir Putin has won yet another term as president. Donald Trump once again defends the January 6th protesters who stormed the Capitol. And two voter concerns about Vice President Kamala Harris as she campaigns for President Biden: his age and her readiness.

Russia's Election Results, Trump's Campaign Rhetoric, Harris On The Trail

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The Sunday Story: Losing the Gaza They Knew

Left: A screenshot of Shaimaa Ahmed, who has been sharing videos and audio from Gaza since Oct. 7. Right: Palestinian residents leave their homes in horse-drawn carriages with their belongings after the Israeli army attacked the eastern part of the Nuseirat refugee camp and sent a notice asking the people to leave the area in Deir al Balah, central Gaza on Jan. 3. @gazanvoices/Screenshot by NPR/Ali Jadallah/Anadolu via Getty Images hide caption

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The Sunday Story: Losing the Gaza They Knew

The Israeli government currently prohibits foreign journalists from entering Gaza. NPR's Leila Fadel found another way of reporting from inside the territory.

The Sunday Story: Losing the Gaza They Knew

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Haiti Instability, Fani Willis Stays on the Case, Israel Plans For Rafah Invasion

Haitians wait for the arrival of a peacekeeping force from Kenya, as violence continues there. After a judge's ruling in Georgia, District Attorney Fani Willis remains on the election interference case against former President Donald Trump. The judge said either she or the special prosecutor with whom she had a romantic relationship needed to step aside. Israel gears up for a planned offensive in Gaza's southern city of Rafah.

Haiti Instability, Fani Willis Stays on the Case, Israel Plans For Rafah Invasion

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Russian Elections, View From Haiti, Chicago Migrant Evictions

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Russian Elections, View From Haiti, Chicago Migrant Evictions

In Russia, nothing happens without some intrigue — even a presidential election in which Vladimir Putin is a near-lock to win a fifth term. We get a first-hand glimpse of the chaos in Haiti, as our correspondent finally makes it across the border. And Chicago pulls an about-face — from welcoming migrants seeking asylum to evicting them.

Russian Elections, View From Haiti, Chicago Migrant Evictions

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Haiti Governance, EU AI Bill, Third Party Bids

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Haiti Governance, EU AI Bill, Third Party Bids

Many Haitians are troubled by an international plan to impose a transitional government. European Union lawmakers have approved the world's first comprehensive regulations on artificial intelligence. And as we barrel toward a presidential election with two unpopular candidates, third-party bids are scrambling to get on the ballot.

Haiti Governance, EU AI Bill, Third Party Bids

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House Weighs TikTok Bill, Non-Citizen Voting Myths, Gaza Aid By Sea

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House Weighs TikTok Bill, Non-Citizen Voting Myths, Gaza Aid By Sea

A House vote today takes aim at TikTok — and its Chinese parent company. Conspiracy theories about noncitizens voting are back this election year, and they're taking even deeper hold with many Republicans. And with Israel blocking most aid shipments to Gaza by land, aid groups are turning to the sea to feed starving people.

House Weighs TikTok Bill, Non-Citizen Voting Myths, Gaza Aid By Sea

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