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Mangione pre-trial hearing wraps, but judge won't rule on evidence for months

After three weeks of testimony, a judge will now rule on whether evidence found in Mangione's backpack can be used in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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What to know about Jared Isaacman, the billionaire private astronaut leading NASA

Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination in May, citing the billionaire's donations to Democrats and ties to Elon Musk. He was renominated last month and confirmed by a 67-30 Senate vote on Wednesday.

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Austrian nuns await word from the Vatican on whether they can stay in their convent

The three octogenarian nuns broke out of a nursing home to go back to live in their convent, sparking a dispute with their church superior. Both sides have appealed to the Vatican for a resolution.

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Inflation cools slightly in November as worries about affordability grip Americans

The cost of living in November was up 2.7% from a year ago, according to a report Thursday from the Labor Department. That's a smaller annual increase than for the 12 months ending in September.

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New York has a new Archbishop. His background looks a lot like Pope Leo's

Like Pope Leo, Bishop Ronald Hicks is an Illinois native with deep experience in Latin America.

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Could international troops be sent to Gaza? Here's why Trump's plan hinges on it

President Trump's peace plan for Gaza hinges on international troops in Gaza, but Israel is skeptical and no country has yet agreed to send their soldiers.

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RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz announce moves to ban gender-affirming care for young people

The Trump administration Thursday proposed two rules targeting hospitals that treat transgender children and youth using Medicare and Medicaid as the lever. The move would affect trans youth who have private insurance, too.

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Takeaways from Trump's address. And, some GOP lawmakers shift stance on ACA subsidies

During a nationwide address, President Trump says the U.S. is poised for an economic boom. And, some Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to force a vote on enhanced healthcare subsidies.

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A new 'Avatar,' a marital stand-up story and a gut-wrenching drama are in theaters

A new drama uses the real, gut-wrenching recordings of a call for help from Gaza to tell a harrowing and profound story.

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Where we went: NPR's U.S. travel guide for the curious

NPR's staff traveled a lot in 2025. From a Mardi Gras workshop to a festival celebrating the mythical Mothman, here are some places and events we thought you might want to check out, too.

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