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- What the AI race can learn from a historic pause in scientific research
Some of the leaders of the artificial intelligence race are calling for a slowdown, for safety's sake.
4 min - Trump touts economic gains as Iowa voters worry about the future
On Wednesday night, at a rally in Sioux City, Iowa, Trump touted a $15 billion steel mill planned for a district where the incumbent Republican is in a tight race. But there’s a lot of anxiety about the economy in Iowa.
7 min - Conflicting reports raise questions about Ukraine's Starlink access
All week, we have been hearing different explanations for what is happening with Ukraine’s access to the military version of Starlink, the Pentagon-funded system used to intercept Russian attacks.
5 min - Make Iowa Purple Again? Democrats hope for midterm gains in Trump country
President Trump is in Iowa on Thursday, trying to shore up support for Republican candidates in tight races for Senate, governor and three House seats.
9 min - El-Sayed and Rogers clash on policy and loyalties at final Michigan Senate debate
The candidates are competing to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Gary Peters.
5 min - U.S. and Israel preparing for possible attack on Iran after elections
The U.S. is now amassing forces in the region.
7 min - A new essay collection lets teenage mothers in Kenya tell their stories
In 2025, Kenya recorded more than 235,000 teenage pregnancies. Young single mothers are often forced to leave schools and their families due to overwhelming stigma.
11 min - Cardi B brings her authentic self to NPR Tiny Desk
Rapper Cardi B is wowing the internet this week after her energetic and playful performance at NPR’s Tiny Desk.
4 min - Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks breaks down the importance of play
Between the ever-popular tabletop role-playing game, "Dungeons & Dragons," or the classic military figurine, G.I. Joe, Hasbro has had a hand in most of our childhoods.
6 min - Why communities are key to surviving public health crises
Author Raj Panjabi says communities are often best equipped to protect their citizens.
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