On the Ground in the Country with the World’s Worst Displacement Crisis: Sudan Fighting between the Sudanese army and a paramilitary group have displaced some 12 million people in one of Africa’s biggest countries. Our correspondent travels to Sudan and gives us a glimpse of the devastation the war has caused. Read more on NPR
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NPR News: Jury in Memphis convicts ex-officers on some charges in beating death of Tyre Nichols
Jury in Memphis convicts ex-officers on some charges in beating death of Tyre Nichols A jury in Memphis convicted three former officers on some charges in a federal civil rights case. The ex-cops beat him to death last year after a traffic stop, and conspired to cover up the attack. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Driven by Republicans, most Americans are concerned about fraud in the 2024 election
Driven by Republicans, most Americans are concerned about fraud in the 2024 election Nearly 90% of likely Donald Trump voters say they are concerned about voter fraud in the general election, a new NPR/PBS News/Maris poll finds, compared with 29% of those who support Kamala Harris. Read more on NPR
NPR News: ‘Rust’ movie will get world premiere 3 years after cinematographer’s on-set death
‘Rust’ movie will get world premiere 3 years after cinematographer’s on-set death The Western will premiere at a Polish film festival next month at a screening to honor the cinematographer. Hutchins was killed in 2021 after a loaded prop gun handled by actor Alec Baldwin went off. Read more on NPR
NPR News: In Asheville, N.C., many residents may be without drinking water for weeks
In Asheville, N.C., many residents may be without drinking water for weeks Tropical storm Helene caused ‘catastrophic’ damage to Asheville’s water treatment and distribution system, cutting off at least 70% of the city’s drinking water supply. Read more on NPR
NPR News: 23andMe is on the brink. What happens to all its DNA data?
23andMe is on the brink. What happens to all its DNA data? The once-hot Silicon Valley startup has seen its stock’s value decline 99% and is struggling to survive. That has put the spotlight on the genetic data it has on 15 million people. Read more on NPR
NPR News: How do Trump and Harris’ economic plans compare? An economist weighs in
How do Trump and Harris’ economic plans compare? An economist weighs in The economy is always a top issue for voters. David Wessel, director of the Brookings Institution’s Hutchins Center, compares the presidential candidates’ plans on taxes, tariffs, housing and more. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Politically-charged rumors and conspiracy theories about Helene flourish on X
Politically-charged rumors and conspiracy theories about Helene flourish on X False claims about the hurricane and the government’s response got millions of views on X. Emergency management researchers say it makes it harder for useful information to surface. Read more on NPR
NPR News: In excerpt from new memoir, Melania Trump says women have the ‘right to choose’ abortion
In excerpt from new memoir, Melania Trump says women have the ‘right to choose’ abortion The former first lady says she is a longtime supporter of abortion rights. Her memoir is coming out a year after former President Donald Trump said he was “able to kill Roe v. Wade.” Read more on NPR
NPR News: New evidence reveals Trump’s actions on Jan. 6. And, what to do if your house floods
New evidence reveals Trump’s actions on Jan. 6. And, what to do if your house floods A judge unsealed new evidence about Trump’s actions on Jan. 6. And, a jury begins deliberations in the brutal police beating case of Tyre Nichols. Read more on NPR