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Research shows a big increase in children taking melatonin
New research shows a big increase in children taking melatonin to help with sleep. Pediatricians warn the long-term effects of the hormone supplement aren't known.
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Is the NBA entering a new era of disciplining players for bad behavior?
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Jesse Washington of ESPN's Andscape if the NBA is entering a new era of disciplining players for bad behavior.
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Lawmaker leading Hunter Biden House investigation accused of owning shell company
Hunter Biden is accused of operating a shell company and trading on his family name. Now, the lawmaker leading the House investigation into Biden faces accusations of the same misconduct.
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Empathy was on the other end of the line at the Lesbian Switchboard
In this week's StoryCorps, we hear from a woman who worked at the Lesbian Switchboard, a helpline for queer women looking for community and guidance.
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Ohio prosecutors broke rules to win convictions and got away with it
About 100 prosecutors across Ohio violated standards meant to protect a defendant's civil rights in criminal trials, an investigation by NPR and its reporting partners found. Some did so repeatedly.
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Tonight's Geminid meteor shower could bring up to 120 shooting stars per hour
One of the most reliable and prolific meteor showers of the years continues its peak tonight. The Geminid display delivers up to 120 shooting stars per hour.
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EU summit begins with future funding for Ukraine in doubt
A two-day European Union summit begins with future aid for Ukraine in doubt.
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Prosecution rests in former President Trump's civil fraud trial
After a 10-week civil fraud trial where Donald Trump and his three oldest children testified in public, testimony is now over. The prosecution has rested and the case will soon go to a judge.
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The Supreme Court will rule on the availability of mifepristone, a key abortion drug
The Supreme Court says it will hear arguments next year on the availability of mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medication abortions.
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American Council on Education president discusses limits on free speech on campuses
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks the president of the American Council on Education, Ted Mitchell, about rights and limits to free speech on college campuses.
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Volunteering in the U.S. is on the decline, reports say
Soup kitchens and homeless shelters are struggling to keep up with demand, even as volunteering is on the decline.
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The special counsel has asked the Supreme Court to decide whether Trump has immunity
The Supreme Court has been asked to fast track a case that centers on whether former President Donald Trump should be shielded from criminal prosecution.