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3am ET, October 20 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigned in Kansas to support Senator Roger Marshall, warning of communist threats and comparing potential Democratic governance to France’s recent riots and curfews.
1am ET, October 20 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigned in Kansas, linking the midterm election to unrest in France.
12am ET, October 20 | The latest headlines from NPR
California leaders push back against federal charges of voter fraud targeting 28 green card holders.
11pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
This episode covers the Texas Senate race, where Democrat James Tallarico uses a football-themed tour to challenge Republican incumbent Ken Paxton.
9pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
This episode covers President Trump’s consideration of a trilateral meeting with China and Russia, alongside his criticism of Ukrainian President Zelensky.
8pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers President Trump’s consideration of a trilateral meeting with Xi and Putin to end the Ukraine war, alongside the Supreme Court’s…
7pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigns in Kansas as Republicans invest in Senate races amid farmer struggles, while Texas early voting begins with Democrat James…
5pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump criticized Ukraine's Zelensky while waiving Russian sanctions, and signed an executive order establishing a new NIH division for women's health.
4pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigns in Kansas ahead of midterms, while Texas Democrat James Tallarico uses a football-themed strategy to challenge a GOP Senate seat.
3pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigns in Kansas and Iowa amid record diesel prices and the most expensive midterms on record, driven by massive Democratic and Republican super PAC spending.
1pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigns for Republicans in midterm races, while commercial goods resume entering Gaza after a merchant strike.
12pm ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
The 2026 midterms are set to be the most expensive on record, with Elon Musk dominating Republican fundraising and Democrats out-raising opponents in competitive races.
11am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers escalating violence in France, where partial curfews are being imposed following riots that have united student and Yellow Vest protesters.
10am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
This episode covers President Trump's demand that Ukraine cease strikes on Russian energy sites, alongside voter registration deadlines for the upcoming midterms.
9am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers the record-breaking spending of the 2026 midterm elections, highlighting Elon Musk’s massive contributions to Republican politics.
8am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
France imposes limited curfews as protests over cost of living and student conditions continue, while Iran appoints a new defense minister to rebuild its military following U.
7am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers the record-breaking spending in upcoming U.
6am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers Ukraine's drone strike on St.
4am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
The episode covers a massive Russian strike on Kiev and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's defense of Trump's sanctions waiver.
3am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers a deadly explosion at a Canadian military base in Alberta, killing four and injuring 39.
2am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
French President Macron vows justice for rioters while distinguishing them from peaceful protesters.
12am ET, October 19 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers President Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu ahead of Israel's elections, his decision to skip Russia sanctions to lower energy costs, and a deadly fire at a Canadian military base.
11pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Ukraine and U.
10pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers violent student protests in France that resulted in nearly 2,300 arrests and significant property damage.
8pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers President Trump's efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war amid continued drone strikes and diplomatic tensions.
7pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Central Asia while President Trump pauses Russian sanctions.
6pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump claims progress in Russia-Ukraine peace talks, though Ukraine criticizes his reversal of sanctions.
4pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers violent student protests in France that resulted in nearly 2,300 arrests and significant destruction.
3pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
European diplomats were assaulted by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, while Canada mourns four service members killed in a major fire at an Alberta military base.
2pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers violent cost-of-living protests in France that destroyed a historic town hall, and major Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil facilities despite US pressure.
12pm ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
This NPR News Now episode covers violent protests in France over cost-of-living issues, which resulted in significant property damage.
11am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
This NPR News Now episode covers key stories ahead of the midterm elections, noting that Democratic candidates are raising more money than their GOP…
10am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
This NPR News Now episode covers Senator Darlene Graham's reaction to Trump's pause on Russia sanctions and the White House's exclusion of CNN from the video pool.
8am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Pope Leo Leo made his first public appearance since lung cancer surgery, promising to resume duties gradually.
7am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
The White House has temporarily halted new sanctions on Russia, drawing criticism from Ukraine.
6am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigned in Kentucky and Ohio, warning that a Democratic midterm victory would reverse his administration's progress.
4am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Ukraine disputes claims that its Starlink access was deliberately cut, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio denies White House involvement.
3am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
This episode covers the "No Kings" protests aimed at boosting midterm voter turnout, violent student demonstrations in France that overshadowed a…
2am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
Senator Darlene Graham urges President Trump to enforce new Russia sanctions, while Trump defends renaming the Gulf of Mexico.
12am ET, October 18 | The latest headlines from NPR
This episode covers the "No Kings Vote" rally in Indiana, the White House's temporary halt on new Russia sanctions, and a deadly school shooting in Bend, Oregon.
11pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
Student-led protests in France continue amid police clashes, while President Trump rallies Republican voters in Kentucky.
10pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
Zelensky criticizes Trump's executive order exempting Russia from sanctions while welcoming a potential ceasefire.
7pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers violent anti-government protests in France, where police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators.
6pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers President Trump's executive order exempting Russia from new U.
5pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
NPR News Now covers the White House's continued exclusion of CNN from the video pool despite a court ruling, alongside Justice Department antitrust probes.
3pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump signed an executive order exempting Russia from new sanctions, a move Ukraine's President Zelensky criticized in an NPR interview.
2pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
The White House barred CNN from the video pool, prompting a Justice Department antitrust investigation into the other networks.
1pm ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump signed an executive order waiving new Russia sanctions, drawing sharp criticism from lawmakers who view it as aiding Putin.
11am ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
Ukrainian President Zelensky states that Starshield service restrictions are hindering Ukraine’s defense against Russian drones, while tensions…
10am ET, October 17 | The latest headlines from NPR
President Trump campaigned in Georgia, repeating false claims about the 2020 election, while Iowa’s open Senate race remains a toss-up.