Hundreds mourn Catholic priest and Indigenous peace activist killed in southern Mexico Marcelo Pérez continued to work as a peace activist despite threats. Advocates say he did not receive the government protection he needed. Read more on NPR
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NPR News: Akron to pay $4.8 million to Jayland Walker’s family over police shooting
Akron to pay $4.8 million to Jayland Walker’s family over police shooting The family of Jayland Walker, a Black man who was fatally shot by eight police officers, will receive a $4.8 million settlement from the city of Akron, the mayor’s office said. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Tropical Storm Oscar heads toward the Bahamas after leaving at least 6 dead in Cuba
Tropical Storm Oscar heads toward the Bahamas after leaving at least 6 dead in Cuba Tropical Storm Oscar was heading toward the Bahamas late Monday after dumping heavy rain across eastern Cuba. A tropical storm warning was in effect for the central and southeastern Bahamas. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Trump and Harris’ closing message to Republicans are as different as they come
Trump and Harris’ closing message to Republicans are as different as they come With two weeks to go until voting closes on Election Day, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Harris made two separate but equally important pitches to Republicans on the campaign trail Monday. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Moldova barely approves its EU referendum amid allegations of Russian interference
Moldova barely approves its EU referendum amid allegations of Russian interference Moldova voted in favor of adding a path to the European Union to its constitution, and gave the incumbent president the most votes in elections Sunday, but neither result was the win leaders wanted. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Fake bomb threats disrupt travel for scores of flights on Indian airlines
Fake bomb threats disrupt travel for scores of flights on Indian airlines Bomb threats are causing disruptions, diversions and delays for scores of flights on multiple Indian airlines. Indian authorities said they were looking to increase punishments for perpetrators. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Nevada online tribal voting
Nevada online tribal voting Tribal communities often face obstacles to casting a ballot, including a lack of polling locations and unreliable mail service. In Nevada, Native voters can now cast a ballot online. Read more on NPR
NPR News: As the WNBA’s historic season comes to an end, players say it’s time for higher pay
As the WNBA’s historic season comes to an end, players say it’s time for higher pay Record-breaking TV ratings helped the WNBA secure a more lucrative media rights deal this year. Now, the players’ union has opted out of its contract, a move aimed at better salaries and benefits. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Russia Versus the West in Moldova’s Election
Russia Versus the West in Moldova’s Election The former Soviet republic of Moldova narrowly passed a referendum to pursue membership in the European Union. That puts it at odds with Russia, which is accused of meddling in the election. Our correspondent in Moscow tells us what the vote could mean. And we go to the…
NPR News: A Michigan judge tosses out a Republican lawsuit over overseas and military voting
A Michigan judge tosses out a Republican lawsuit over overseas and military voting A Michigan state judge has dismissed a Republican lawsuit that challenged the swing state’s long-standing process for voting by U.S. citizens living abroad, including military members. Read more on NPR