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Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a press conference at BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a press conference at BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024 Maxim Shipenkov/Pool EPA hide caption

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World

A defiant Putin closes global summit aimed at reshaping global order

Russian President Vladimir Putin neither confirms nor denies the presence of North Korean troops in Ukraine. Putin’s comments came during a press conference at a Russian-hosted summit for the world’s top developing economies.

Los Angeles Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, shown in 2012, blocked his paper's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris this month. His opinion editor resigned, calling the decision

Los Angeles Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, shown in 2012, blocked his paper's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. The editorials editor resigned, saying the decision made the paper look "craven." Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images/Getty Images North America hide caption

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Did the 'L.A. Times' and other news outlets pull punches to appease Trump?

Inside the Los Angeles Times, MSNBC, and the Washington Post, journalists question whether news executives are making editorial decisions with an eye to appeasing former President Donald Trump.

Did the 'L.A. Times' and other news outlets pull punches to appease Trump?

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This electron microscopic image provided by the Centers for Disease Control and prevention depicts two, round-shaped, Gram-positive, Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.

This electron microscopic image provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows two, round-shaped, Gram-positive, Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. AP/CDC hide caption

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Health

The CDC now recommends that people 50 and older get vaccinated against pneumonia

The number of people that have been diagnosed with a pneumonia-causing bacteria has increased over the past six months. Older people are at higher risk of pneumococcal diseases like pneumonia and menningitis.

This photograph taken on June 23, 2022 in Ukraine, shows U.S. citizen Ryan Routh sticking up national flags of the countries helping Ukraine. Routh, now 58, faces federal charges on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach, Fla. golf course on September 15, 2024.

This photograph taken on June 23, 2022 in Ukraine, shows U.S. citizen Ryan Routh sticking up national flags of the countries helping Ukraine. Routh, now 58, faces federal charges on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach, Fla. golf course on September 15, 2024. Sergei Supinksky/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Law

Florida fighting with the U.S. Justice Department over prosecuting Ryan Routh

Florida’s Attorney General is asking a federal judge to allow the state to prosecute Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump at his golf club.

Passengers look out at an American Airlines jet.

Passengers look out at an American Airlines jet. The airline is cracking down on "gate lice" — passengers who crowd around departure gates in terminals, and try to jump ahead in the boarding queue. Joe Raedle/Getty Images hide caption

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National

'Gate lice' begone? Airline seeks to enforce order in boarding process

What’s a traveler with a carry-on bag to do as they watch scores of people file onto a plane with limited overhead bin space? Wait their turn, American Airlines says.

Morris Brown, a primary care physician, listens to Sarah McCutcheon’s heartbeat in the exam room at his medical office in Kingstree, South Carolina, which sits in a region that suffers from health care provider shortages and high rates of chronic diseases.

Morris Brown, a primary care physician, listens to Sarah McCutcheon’s heartbeat in the exam room at his medical office in Kingstree, South Carolina, which sits in a region that suffers from health care provider shortages and high rates of chronic diseases. Gavin McIntyre for KFF Health News hide caption

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Shots - Health News

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here's why there's so little progress

KFF Health News

The United States has made almost no progress in closing racial health disparities despite promises, research shows. The government, some critics argue, is often the underlying culprit.

N.C. State quarterback Grayson McCall says he's retiring from football after suffering another concussion.

N.C. State quarterback Grayson McCall says he's retiring from football after suffering another concussion. "My dream has been cut just short." Lance King/Getty Images hide caption

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Sports

N.C. State quarterback Grayson McCall retires from football at 23 after concussions

McCall was carted off the field earlier this month after a hit to the head. After consulting with brain specialists, he wrote on Instagram that the injury was "one that I cannot come back from."

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol speaks during a joint press conference with Poland's President Andrzej Duda (not seen in the photo) at the Presidential Office in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol speaks during a joint press conference with Poland's President Andrzej Duda (not seen in the photo) at the Presidential Office in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday. Jeon Heon-Kyun/Pool photo/AP hide caption

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Ukraine invasion — explained

South Korea warns it may send Ukraine weapons after North Korea sent troops to Russia

So far, South Korea has helped Ukraine by providing arms to the U.S. and other countries. But South Korea's government said that could change with North Korean troops deploying for Russia.

U.S. officials say North Korea has sent troops to Russia for training

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Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene caused destructive flooding in North Carolina. A new study from the United Nations Environment Programme shows the world is on track for more severe climate impacts, like severe storms and extreme rain.

Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene caused destructive flooding in North Carolina this year. A new study from the United Nations Environment Programme shows the world is on track for more severe climate impacts, like severe storms and extreme rain. Mario Tama/Getty Images hide caption

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Climate

How is the world doing on climate change? Not great

Greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise and the world is still on track for severe climate change impacts, a new U.N. report finds. Action this decade will be essential.

How is the world doing on climate change? Not great

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Supporters watch Vice President Harris speak during a rally in Flint, Mich.

Supporters watch Vice President Harris speak during a rally in Flint, Mich. Dominic Gwinn/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Up First Newsletter

Young voters’ elation for Harris may be plateauing. And, redefining 'conservative'

Harris initially generated renewed enthusiasm as a presidential candidate, but that may be leveling off among young voters. And, a rural family is redefining what it means to be conservative.

North Gaza Siege, North Korean Troops in Russia, Pennsylvania Voters

Children gather at the sign for one of the farm worker communities.

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Radio Diaries

The story of the American migrant — from Dust Bowl to a new life

Pat Rush and her family left Arkansas in the wake of one of the largest migrations in U.S. history, in the hope of making a better life for themselves out west.

Radio Diaries: American Migrant

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Fleetwood High School cheerleader Samantha Colelli, 17, a senior at Fleetwood, does a basket during halftime at a game in 2017. As cheerleading has become more ambitious over the last decade, it's also become riskier warn pediatricians.

Fleetwood High School cheerleader Samantha Colelli, 17, a senior at Fleetwood, does a basket during halftime at a game in 2017. As cheerleading has become more ambitious over the last decade, it's also become riskier warn pediatricians. Harold Hoch/MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle/Getty Images hide caption

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Shots - Health News

Youth cheerleading is getting more athletic — and riskier

As the female-dominated sport gets more acrobatic, girls are racking up more concussions and other injuries. A new pediatricians' report calls for change.

In this photo, Charlie Kirk stands at a lectern and speaks into a microphone attached to it. He's wearing a suit, and behind him is a backdrop that says

Turning Point's Charlie Kirk speaks at a rally for former President Donald Trump at Dream City Church in Phoenix on June 6. Caitlin O'Hara for NPR hide caption

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Untangling Disinformation

Beyond campuses and churches, can Charlie Kirk turn out votes for Trump?

Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk has focused his political organization on winning Trump another turn. But many longtime Republicans are concerned about the group's effectiveness.

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