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Business Why car insurance costs have soared (and what drivers are doing about it) Car insurance premiums have increased at twice the rate of overall inflation. They've stabilized, at least for now, but more than half of Americans say the costs are painful. Camila Domonoske
Politics What to watch for during Casey Means' confirmation hearing for surgeon general While she completed medical school, she never finished residency, and is likely to face tough questions from senators about her qualifications and views on vaccines. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Politics Trump keeps flirting with the idea of a third term. That would be unconstitutional A recent interview with Steve Bannon reignited chatter about whether President Trump would try to run in 2028, despite the 22nd Amendment. Tamara Keith
National Morning news brief Trump cuts tariffs after meeting with China's leader, Thousands of kids could lose access to Head Start if the shutdown continues, Trump's pick for surgeon general to have Senate confirmation hearing. A Martínez
Health Misinformation online driving some women to quit hormonal birth control Some women are quitting hormonal birth control, even though they're not ready for pregnancy. Doctors warn some may be swayed by misleading medical claims online. Lexie Schapitl
Economy The Fed cuts interest rates to bolster job market The Federal Reserve is making it a little bit cheaper to borrow money. The central bank hopes to prop up the job market. But it's making no promises that rates will fall further in December. Scott Horsley
National Trump's National Guard deployments could aid his goal of military-led deportations An NPR review reveals how President Trump's National Guard deployments -- if successful -- could fulfill a longstanding administration goal of employing America's military to aid in mass deportation. Leila Fadel
Business Cost of Living: The hidden price of car ownership The cost of both new and used cars has soared in the last four years, and insurance, maintenance and the invisible costs like damage to our health add up to a much higher price tag. Camila Domonoske
World Trump's new rare earth deals unlikely to weaken China's dominance President Trump recently signed several rare earth agreements with Asian countries to reduce America's reliance on China. Thin on details, the deals are unlikely to dent China's dominance. Jackie Northam
World Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan collapse Negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan broke down Wednesday after both sides failed to resolve tensions that sparked violent clashes earlier this month. Betsy Joles