Parts of New York City experienced record rainfall on Thursday, causing flooding that resulted in at least two deaths. Central Park and LaGuardia Airport both reported breaking historical rainfall records, as confirmed by the National Weather Service.
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New York City faced record-breaking rain on Thursday.
Central Park saw 1.80 inches of rain, breaking a 1917 record.
LaGuardia Airport recorded 1.97 inches, surpassing a 1955 record.
Authorities reported that flooding caused two deaths in basement areas.
The rain and flooding were detailed by NYC Emergency Management and the National Weather Service.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized President Trump's order for the U.S. to resume nuclear weapons testing, calling the move irresponsible and dangerous for global peace. The order aims to match other countries like Russia and China in nuclear activities, but it has increased tensions between the U.S. and Iran. This decision also comes at a time of already strained relations between the two countries.
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President Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly criticized this decision.
Trump stated the goal is to test nuclear weapons in line with countries like Russia and China.
The decision may deepen existing global tensions and is seen as a setback for nuclear arms control.
Relations between the U.S. and Iran were already tense following military exchanges earlier in the year.
The international community is concerned about the impact of renewed nuclear testing on global security.
Iran is facing economic challenges due to renewed United Nations sanctions.
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President Donald Trump returned to Washington after a week-long trip to Asia. During the visit, he participated in the ASEAN summit, held talks with U.S. troops in Japan, and met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea. Key focuses included trade agreements with China and diplomatic engagements with other leaders in the region.
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President Trump visited Asia for a week, attending events and meetings in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea.
Trump and China's President Xi Jinping agreed to reduce tariffs on Chinese goods from 57% to 47%.
China will resume buying soybeans from the U.S., which is important for American farmers.
Both countries agreed to ease restrictions on rare earth minerals, crucial for technology and military equipment.
Trump plans to visit China again in April for further discussions.
Leaders in Asia used hospitality and gifts to improve relations with Trump during his visits.
Japan's Prime Minister announced plans to nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.
In South Korea, President Trump received a gift of a gold crown and a high civilian honor.
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Virginia Giuffre's family expressed pride after King Charles III removed Prince Andrew's royal title. Giuffre, who accused Andrew of sexual abuse, passed away earlier this year. Her family feels that more should be done, calling for a deeper investigation into Andrew's connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Virginia Giuffre accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, which he denies.
King Charles III removed Andrew's royal title, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Giuffre's family celebrated this as a victory but demanded further investigation.
Giuffre died earlier this year, and her memoirs added pressure on the Royal Family.
Andrew had settled a lawsuit with Giuffre in 2022 without admitting liability.
Andrew voluntarily gave up several royal titles, including the Duke of York.
Giuffre's family believes the US should further investigate the Epstein case.
Emails revealed Andrew's past contact with Jeffrey Epstein, contradicting his claims.
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Russia attacked nuclear substations in Ukraine, which affected power at three nuclear power plants. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) issued a warning about risks to nuclear safety. Ukraine's President called the attacks acts of terror.
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Russian strikes damaged nuclear substations in Ukraine.
This damage affected power to three Ukrainian nuclear power plants.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) issued a "critical" warning about the situation.
Two nuclear power plants lost access to one of their off-site power lines.
IAEA expressed concerns over the dangers to nuclear safety and urged military restraint near nuclear sites.
Ukraine's President Zelensky reported an attack on the Slovyansk Thermal Power Plant.
Zelensky described the Russian actions as terror in a message on social media.
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The article promotes a fun 11-question news quiz designed for Halloween. It suggests using the quiz as a creative costume idea and mentions various pop culture references. The quiz offers humorous feedback on scores instead of candy for trick-or-treaters.
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The article presents an 11-question news quiz.
The quiz is intended to be used as a Halloween activity.
It suggests printing the quiz and wearing it as a costume.
Trick-or-treaters can take the quiz and receive a score instead of candy.
The quiz uses humorous feedback phrases for different scores.
The article includes pop culture references like Jack Skellington.
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Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplaces starts on November 1, 2025. There is uncertainty with the enhanced premium tax credits, which make insurance more affordable, possibly expiring at the end of 2025. People are advised to be informed and cautious when selecting their plans.
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Open enrollment for ACA health insurance begins on November 1, 2025.
Over 24 million people use these marketplaces for their insurance.
Enhanced premium tax credits may expire by the end of 2025 unless Congress renews them.
If these credits expire, the average premium costs could more than double.
The political debate over these credits is tied to the ongoing government shutdown.
Consumers are encouraged to update their income and household details on their marketplace accounts.
Congress may still make changes to the subsidies, affecting enrollment decisions.
Some state and federal marketplaces are delaying notices about net premiums.
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Tina Grogan and her two young sons went missing from their U.S. Army base home in Germany around Thanksgiving 1992. In 2025, Dale Grogan, Tina's husband, was arrested in Florida on unrelated charges and reportedly confessed to their murder. This confession has led to the reopening of an investigation by the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division.
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Tina Grogan and her sons went missing in Germany in November 1992.
Tina was 27 years old, while her sons were 6 and 4 years old.
Dale Grogan, Tina's husband, was in the U.S. Army at the time.
The case remained unsolved for over 30 years.
Dale Grogan was arrested in Florida in 2025 on unrelated charges.
While in custody, he allegedly confessed to killing his wife and children.
The U.S. Army has reopened the investigation following his alleged confession.
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is working in the Gaza Strip to mediate the exchange of hostages and deceased individuals between Israel and Hamas, amid ongoing conflict. The ICRC has been involved in returning both living and deceased hostages and prisoners from both sides. These efforts come amid a backdrop of ongoing violence and complex political negotiations.
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The ICRC operates in the Gaza Strip to help exchange hostages and deceased individuals between Israel and Hamas.
The organization has 350 personnel on the ground in Gaza to navigate the complex situation.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas escalated significantly after an attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Since the attack, about 1,200 Israelis have died, and around 250 were abducted.
Over 67,000 people have died in Gaza since the conflict escalated, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.
The ICRC facilitated the return of 23 deceased Israeli hostages and 195 deceased Palestinian detainees, along with 160 living Israeli hostages and 3,500 living Palestinian detainees.
The organization maintains communication with both Israeli authorities and Hamas to aid its missions.
Distrust and accusations of abuse have been prevalent between the two sides amid ongoing ceasefire agreements.
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A man experienced job loss and stress, which led him to begin running as a way to cope. Starting in April 2022, he gradually increased his running distance and joined races and clubs. By doing so, he lost 100 pounds over six months.
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The man left his job at the end of 2021 following a friend's illness which required hospital visits.
He faced difficulty finding a new job due to tech industry layoffs.
Stress-eating contributed to weight gain during this period.
His mother suggested running, which he hesitantly started.
Running became a positive change for him, leading to weight loss and improved mood.
He lost 100 pounds in six months by running regularly and participating in races.
The change in his perspective towards running helped him enjoy the activity and see physical results.
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Families within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, traditionally known for being larger, are having fewer children. Church leaders are responding by discussing the importance of families and addressing the decline in birth rates during church events. This trend reflects a broader decrease in family sizes seen in the U.S. and worldwide.
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Latter-day Saint families have historically had more children than the average American family.
Birth rates within the church have decreased significantly, despite still being higher than national averages.
Church leader Dallin H. Oaks emphasized the theological importance of families and children during a major church conference.
Bishop Steve Eror noted a decline in the number of children in his Salt Lake City congregation.
In 2022, 59% of Latter-day Saint women aged 18-45 had at least one child, down from 70% in 2008.
This decline parallels broader trends seen in family sizes decreasing in the U.S. and globally.
Some congregations are combining resources due to fewer children attending.
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said no to a request from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker to stop immigration operations in Chicago during Halloween. Noem emphasized the need to keep communities safe despite the request.
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Secretary Kristi Noem refused to pause immigration enforcement in Chicago over Halloween.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker made the request, focusing on family safety.
Noem stated that stopping operations could hinder community safety.
Recent immigration raids have caused tensions in the Chicago area.
Border Patrol agents recently used tear gas during a family Halloween parade.
Pritzker expressed concern for children’s safety amid enforcement activities.
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King Charles III has taken away Prince Andrew's remaining titles and told him to leave his royal residence. This decision follows new information about Prince Andrew's connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
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King Charles III removed Prince Andrew's remaining titles.
Prince Andrew has to leave his royal home.
This action is related to Prince Andrew's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
The changes were announced on October 31, 2025.
The announcement was covered on NPR's Morning Edition program.
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UN officials report it is hard to determine the number of civilians affected after a paramilitary force took control of El Fasher, a city in Sudan's Darfur region. The situation has made it unsafe for people living in the area.
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UN officials are unsure about the civilian death count in El Fasher.
El Fasher is a city located in the Darfur region of Sudan.
A paramilitary group has taken control of the city.
The situation poses a high risk to the safety of civilians.
The United Nations is involved in assessing the situation.
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A decade after Sean Carter suffered a severe brain injury in a car crash, he and his mother, Jenny Carter, discuss life since the accident. Jenny has been Sean's full-time caregiver since the incident.
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Sean Carter was in a car crash 10 years ago.
The crash resulted in a severe brain injury for Sean.
Sean's mother, Jenny Carter, became his full-time caregiver.
They spoke recently about their experiences and future plans.
This conversation was part of a segment on NPR’s Morning Edition.
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Australia is keeping its military presence in the South China Sea despite tensions with China. The Australian frigate HMAS Ballarat, supported by the U.S. Navy, recently patrolled the area. The South China Sea is a key international waterway, with both China and other countries claiming parts of it.
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Australia maintains a military presence in the South China Sea with support from the U.S.
The Australian frigate HMAS Ballarat conducted operations in the disputed waters.
An Australian aircraft had a tense encounter with a Chinese fighter jet.
China claims much of the South China Sea, which leads to regional disputes.
Australia's defense operations aim to uphold freedom of navigation and overflight.
China criticized Australia's actions, calling them provocative.
The U.S. Navy supports Australia's efforts in the region.
The area is important for international trade and maritime activities.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized President Trump for wanting to restart U.S. nuclear weapons testing. President Trump announced this plan before meeting with China’s President Xi Jinping at a summit in South Korea, suggesting that nuclear testing should resume similar to activities by other countries like Russia and China. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test-Ban-Treaty, which many countries have signed but not fully ratified, prohibits nuclear tests.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke out against President Trump’s proposal to resume U.S. nuclear testing.
President Trump announced that he instructed the Pentagon to restart nuclear weapons testing.
Trump’s announcement stated that the U.S. should test nuclear weapons like Russia and China.
Russia recently tested new nuclear weapons, and China showcased its nuclear capabilities in a parade.
Nuclear testing is banned by the Comprehensive Nuclear Test-Ban-Treaty of 1996.
The U.S., China, and Iran signed but did not ratify this treaty, while Russia withdrew its ratification in 2023.
The most recent nuclear tests by major powers were in the 1990s, with North Korea conducting the latest in 2017.
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Billie Eilish, a popular American singer, urged billionaires to donate their wealth during a speech at an awards event in New York. She questioned the need for people to be billionaires and announced her own donation of $11.5 million from her concert tour to various charities.
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Billie Eilish asked billionaires to consider donating their money.
The event took place at the Wall Street Journal's Innovator Awards in New York.
Billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg and George Lucas were present in the audience.
Eilish questioned the reason behind being a billionaire.
She encouraged using money for good causes.
Eilish plans to donate $11.5 million from her tour to charities.
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An Australian influencer family called the "Empire Family" is moving to the UK to avoid a new social media ban in Australia for those under 16. The family, who shares much of their life online, wants their daughter to continue making content, which the ban in Australia would restrict.
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The "Empire Family" includes Beck and Bec Lea, their son Prezley, 17, and daughter Charlotte, 14.
Australia plans to ban social media use for people under 16 starting in December.
The ban affects platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X, and YouTube, requiring companies to stop under-16s from making accounts.
Companies that don't follow the rules could face fines up to A$50 million.
Charlotte, the 14-year-old daughter, is a popular social media user with over half a million followers on YouTube and hundreds of thousands on TikTok and Instagram.
The family's decision to move is partly because they hold dual British-Australian citizenship, allowing them to relocate more easily.
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Radio Free Asia (RFA) will stop its news services due to budget cuts by the Trump administration and an ongoing government shutdown. RFA has been forced to lay off many staff members and close overseas offices as it manages limited resources. The cuts are part of broader actions affecting other government-funded media like Voice of America and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
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Radio Free Asia is halting its news operations because of financial problems linked to cuts by President Trump's administration.
Many RFA staff have been on unpaid leave since March after losing funding from a U.S. government agency.
RFA is closing overseas offices and laying off staff as a cost-saving measure.
President Trump eliminated the U.S. Agency for Global Media, which funded media outlets like RFA.
Mass layoffs occurred at RFA, affecting its language services such as Tibetan, Burmese, and Uyghur.
RFA has been providing news in English and local languages to areas with restricted press freedoms since 1996.
Sister organizations like Voice of America have also faced cuts and are operating on limited resources.
RFA's work focused on reporting in regions under authoritarian regimes, like its Uyghur and North Korea services.
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