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More billionaires than ever ranked in Forbes' annual list. Here are the top 10

6:33am April 01, 2025

by A Martínez

There are now more than 3,000 billionaires in the world, according to Forbes' annual ranking of the wealthiest people. They collectively hold about $16.1 trillion in wealth.

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A civil rights leader's family airs its dirty laundry on Broadway in 'Purpose'

5:00am April 01, 2025

by Michel Martin

"Purpose" by playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, now on Broadway under the direction of longtime actress Phylicia Rashad, explores the generational conflicts in the civil rights movement.

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Palestinian soap gets UNESCO recognition as Israel's military operation closes in

5:00am April 01, 2025

An age-old Palestinian tradition of making soap in the Israeli-occupied West Bank was recognized by UNESCO. A visit to one factory tells you why.

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What U.S. tariffs look like from a Chinese trade city

5:00am April 01, 2025

NPR's Steve Inskeep visited the source of your stuff. And heard how China's manufacturers are handling U.S. tariffs.

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6 tales of mystery and mishap to dive into this weekend

5:00am April 01, 2025

New on the shelves this week: An obit writer writes — and drunkenly publishes — his own obituary. A Hungarian teen stumbles into adulthood. And geriatric sleuth Vera Wong returns.

Do you know the red flags for problem gambling?

5:00am April 01, 2025

Preoccupation with betting or casino games may be an early sign of developing an addiction to gambling. Here's how to recognize the signs and find support.

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Green card holders, travelers caught in Trump's immigration crackdown

5:00am April 01, 2025

by Joel Rose

A lawful permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for 50 years was detained because of a decades-old conviction amid tougher immigration enforcement at airports and border crossings.

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Morning news brief

4:23am April 01, 2025

by Michel Martin

Wisconsin voters cast ballots in the state's closely watched Supreme Court election, Florida voters to decide on two congressional seats, investors brace for new Trump tariffs coming Wednesday.

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Wisconsin voters to decide on closely watched state Supreme Court race

4:22am April 01, 2025

by A Martínez

Wisconsin voters decide on the state's next Supreme Court justice, and with it, the possibility of issues like abortion, voting and union rights. It's the most expensive court race in U.S. history.

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A's play their first home game in Sacramento after leaving Oakland

4:21am April 01, 2025

Last year, the A's left Oakland after 57 seasons. They'll play in West Sacramento until shifting to their permanent home in Las Vegas. Hear from their first home game in their new city.

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