United Methodist Church begins reorganization over LGBTQ+ issues
The United Methodist Church has voted to restructure itself in a way that could allow for LGBTQ+ clergy and same-sex weddings.
A cheating scandal has erupted in the competitive cornhole scene
In an incident dubbed bag-gate, top ranked teams were accused of using illegal beanbags — thinner and lighter than regulation-size.
Iran to hold trials for protesters arrested in demonstrations that began last month
The Iranian government is promising swift and harsh action against the more than 1,000 protesters arrested since demonstrations began last month.
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Republicans have edge in enthusiasm in final six days before the midterms. Pelosi attack increases lawmakers' concerns for safety. AndFed expected to raise interest rates for the sixth time this year.
How to handle your quarterlife crisis with grace
NPR's Life Kit has tips for people in their 20s and 30 struggling to navigate the challenges of "quarterlife".
What college admissions would look like if affirmative action is reversed
Stella Flores is associate professor of higher education and public policy at the University of Texas at Austin. She discusses the implications of reversing affirmative action in college admissions.
Colorado voters to vote on universal free school lunches
Universal free school lunch went away in Colorado when federal aid expired. A ballot measure seeks to restore that via a tax on the wealthy.
Jill Biden is hot on the campaign trail, while the president's approval lacks
Jill Biden is a sought-after headliner on the midterm campaign trail in a way her husband, the president, is not.
Countries panic over grain supplies after Russia's withdrawal from deal
U.S. Special Envoy for Food Security Cary Fowler talks about how Russia's sudden withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain deal could affect countries already struggling with extreme hunger.
Updates on the latest strikes in Ukraine
Ukraine says it shot down many of the missiles sent by Russia on Monday, but the ones that got through have caused a lot of damage.
San Antonio residents create a touching Día de Muertos tribute to Uvalde
In San Antonio, residents are honoring the 21 people killed in the Uvalde school shooting with Día de los Muertos altars.