Michel Martin

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The UAW and Ford reach a tentative deal on a new contract to end auto strike

Thursday, October 26, 2023

The United Auto Workers and Ford have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract that the union describes as historic. The deal still has to be ratified by the 57,000 UAW members at Ford.

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When Israeli-Palestinian conflicts erupt, threats against U.S. Jews and Muslims surge

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Surges in religious hate crimes in the U.S. historically follow conflicts between Israel and Palestinians. Extremism experts say the latest outbreak of U.S. violence may have more profound effects.

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Morning news brief

Thursday, October 26, 2023

There's been a mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. Gaza is about out of food, water, medical supplies — and now fuel. House Republicans have elected Mike Johnson of Louisiana as speaker of the House.

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Sam Bankman-Fried is set to take the stand on his own defense as early as Thursday

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Sam Bankman-Fried, who faces a possible life sentence on charges of fraudulent crypto dealing, has decided to testify in his own defense at his high-profile criminal trial.

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Can Rep. Mike Johnson get elected by the full House to take the gavel as speaker?

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

House Republicans tapped Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson as their nominee for speaker. A vote on Wednesday will determine if the fourth time to elect a nominee as speaker will be the charm.

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Meta sued by states claiming Instagram and Facebook fueled youth mental health crisis

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

More than two dozen states have sued Meta over allegations that its social media platforms can be addicting and violate consumer protection and child safety laws.

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Morning news brief

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

U.S. considers the implications of an Israeli ground invasion into Gaza. Rep. Mike Johnson is the fourth person to be nominated for speaker. States sue Meta over fueling youth mental health crisis.

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The eye of Hurricane Otis makes landfall near Mexico's Acapulco

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Otis slammed into Mexico's southern Pacific coast as a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane early Wednesday, bringing 165 mph winds and heavy rain to Acapulco and surrounding towns.

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The U.S. considers the implications of an Israeli ground invasion into Gaza

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Israel says a ground invasion into Gaza is imminent. There are growing concerns among U.S. officials about what that invasion could look like, and the potential for the conflict to spread regionally.

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Morning news brief

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Two more hostages that were held in Gaza have been freed. House Republicans will try again Tuesday to elect their nominee for speaker. A steep sell-off is underway in the bond market.

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Trump is expected to return to a NYC courtroom as ex-fixer Cohen is set to testify

Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Former Trump attorney and fixer Michael Cohen is due to testify Tuesday at Donald Trump's civil fraud trial in New York. The trial threatens to upend Trump's real estate empire and wealthy image.

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Biden makes the case for supporting Israel and Ukraine with money, weapons

Friday, October 20, 2023

The White House is asking lawmakers for almost $106 billion in funding for Israel, Ukraine, countering China in the Indo-Pacific, and operations on the southern U.S. border.

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Morning news brief

Friday, October 20, 2023

In a speech, President Biden appeals for more funding for Ukraine and Israel. Russia detains a Radio Free Europe editor. GOP states swore off a voting tool — now they're scrambling to recreate it.

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Morning news brief

Thursday, October 19, 2023

It's been nearly two weeks since Israel declared war on Hamas. Israelis and Palestinians blame each other for the blast at a Gaza hospital. Rep. Jim Jordan loses a second vote to be House speaker.

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Shortly after a Gaza hospital was hit, disinformation spread across social media

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Disinformation ran rampant on the social media site formerly known as Twitter after explosions at a hospital in Gaza. Changes to the platform have made finding credible information harder than ever.

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Tensions rise over an explosion at a Gaza hospital that killed 500 people

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

It was a massive explosion at Baptist Al Ahli hospital — a Christian hospital and one of the oldest in Gaza. Doctors there tell NPR they are still uncovering bodies

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Trump returns to New York courtroom as business associates testify in fraud trail

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Donald Trump was back in court Tuesday for the civil case alleging a widespread business conspiracy. He watched as witnesses gave evidence of ways his company lied about the value of its properties.

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The bombing of a hospital in Gaza sparks protests across the Middle East

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

The bombing of the Gaza hospital has sparked anger across the Arab world — including on the streets. In Amman, Jordan, security forces tear gassed protestors trying to reach the Israeli embassy.

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Morning news brief

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

A blast at a Gaza hospital killed hundreds of people, and impacted President Biden's trip to Jordan. The bombing of the hospital sparked protests across the Middle East.

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U.S. aims to contain Israel-Hamas war but there are fears the violence is spreading

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

A deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza had an immediate impact on President Biden's trip — calling off a visit to Jordan. His message in Tel Aviv will be much more about safeguarding civilians in Gaza.

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