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Federal employees in 3 states share how the shutdown is affecting their work

The long road to Gaza's recovery begins amid rubble, ruin and security risks

What will it take to rebuild Gaza?

China's leaders to discuss economic outlook next week amid rising U.S. tensions

Remembering NPR 'founding mother' Susan Stamberg

Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration's shutdown layoffs

Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware talks about the ongoing government shutdown

Weeks after winning election, Arizona congresswoman is still waiting to be sworn in

Morning news brief

Fans and scholars flock to New Jersey for 'Born to Run' 50th anniversary symposium

Green sea turtles no longer endangered as global population rebounds

Affordable housing takes center stage in New York City mayoral race

Is there a link between online gaming communities and violence? An expert weighs in

President Trump talks of striking Venezuela

Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companies

Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater find the heartbreak in 'Blue Moon'

For private flood insurance companies, the government shutdown is good for business

Former intelligence analyst on Trump, the CIA and Venezuela

Troops paid after last-minute fix, but military families still face uncertainty