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Science NASA astronauts celebrate Thanksgiving with Russian cranberry sauce NASA has made sure that the International Space Station is well stocked for a Thanksgiving meal full of treats. Here's what's on the menu. Nell Greenfieldboyce
Latin America 'A giant game of chicken': Trump's Venezuela standoff edges toward conflict As Washington escalates pressure on Venezuela, any push for regime change risks becoming a costly, dangerous gamble — not the quick fix President Trump might hope for. John Otis
National Morning news brief Two National Guard members were shot in a "targeted attack" in D.C., Georgia election interference case against Trump, allies dismissed, U.S. envoy to return to Moscow for new Ukraine peace talks. A Martínez
National Mamdani and Trump made nice. NYC immigrants are still on edge The incoming mayor of New York City has had a volatile relationship with President Trump. They recently had a surprisingly cordial meeting. New Yorkers say they are still feeling on edge. Sarah Ventre
Politics For many, the holidays this year means having to make do with less With job losses, food benefit reductions and higher prices, many in the U.S. are having to scrimp this holiday season. Tovia Smith
Arts & Life This artist designs intricate suits of armor. The intended wearer? A humble mouse Jeff de Boer has made an entire career out of crafting tiny plate armor. He's compelled by the idea of the underdog finding an edge; something so small being so well-protected. Deena Prichep
Arts & Life In 1981, Stephen Sondheim's 'Merrily' was a flop -- now it's a hit A filmed version of the live production of Merrily We Roll Along will open in theaters on Dec. 5. We listen back to a 2024 interview with revival director Maria Friedman and actor Jonathan Groff. Terry Gross
Food An Ecuadorian-style Thanksgiving: Recreating holiday memories of a childhood recipe A Martinez and Chef Rick Martinez make an Ecuadorian dish for Thanksgiving. Along the way, they talk about families, holiday traditions and the food that brings it all together. A Martínez
Pope Leo XIV embarks on first foreign trip, visiting Turkey and Lebanon Pope Leo XIV is visiting Lebanon and Turkey for his first trip abroad, where he will push for Middle East peace and highlight the plight of local Christians. A Martínez
Feeling financial stress this holiday season? Here are some ways to manage it Financial uncertainty is causing anxiety for many this holiday season. NPR's A Martinez asks a personal finance journalist for tips on holiday shopping this year. A Martínez