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Waking up is hard to do, but it's easier with NPR's Morning Edition. Hosts Renee Montagne, Steve Inskeep, and David Greene bring the day's stories and news to radio listeners on the go. Morning Edition provides news in context, airs thoughtful ideas and commentary, and reviews important new music, books, and events in the arts. All with voices and sounds that invite listeners to experience the stories.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez decides not to quit, after days of speculation
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez published a letter last week saying he was considering stepping down. Sanchez said he would take the next five days to make a decision — and that decision is due Monday.
Crown Prince To Succeed Thai King Who Died After 70-Year Reign
by Jackie Northam
Thailand's beloved monarch has died at age 88. The king's son is set to take over the throne, but he doesn't have the same levels of popularity as his father.
Thief Abandons Stolen Tiny House
Tiny houses have become a big trend. Malinda Crichton's nearly complete 265-square-foot home with a loft was stolen. She later found it at a shopping center in West Sacramento, Calif.
Trump Uses Ohio Rally To Bring Up Clinton's Leaked Emails, Private Server
by Scott Horsley
Donald Trump renewed charges against Hillary Clinton, such as her private email server and damaging information from leaked emails, such as her purported support for "open trade and open borders."
Break With European Union Is Having Ripple Effects In Britain
by Frank Langfitt
British politicians are trying to reverse a sharp drop in the value of the British pound as the Scottish National Party threatens another referendum on independence.
U.S. Walks High-Wire Military Balancing Act In Yemen
The U.S. fired missiles into Yemen as a response to Navy warships being fired upon. Steve Inskeep talks to Stephen Seche, a former U.S. ambassador to Yemen, to understand what's at stake there.
Trump Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct Spur Calls To Assault Hotlines
by Jennifer Ludden
Calls to the country's largest sexual assault hotline have spiked since a video came out of Donald Trump bragging about molesting women. We hear from sexual assault survivors about the tape.
During Homecoming, Flagstaff Bars Hold 'Tequila Sunrise'
The bars near Northern Arizona University open at 6 a.m. Authorities say it is indeed legal to be at the bar at sunrise. It remains illegal to misbehave. Last year, more than 40 people were arrested.
Humans Can't Hear It But Mice Make Ultrasonic Sounds
Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne report on new research that shows the mechanism through which mice and rats squeak is similar to a supersonic jet engine.