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Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike militias in Iraq

Jordan intercepted five missiles launched from Iran, the country's military said, hours after the U.S. military said it had knocked down an Iranian missile barrage launched against American forces.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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To win over working class voters, Democrats need to stop talking about democracy

Working class voters have moved away from the Democratic Party. Winning them back is key to the party's future, a new reports shows. But first, the messaging has to change.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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As extreme heat grips the South and West, here's how to stay safe

Experts say immersion in cold water before an ambulance arrives can greatly increase the chances of heat stroke survival and reduce the risk of long-term complications.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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Rand Paul released Fauci's pandemic-era 'diary.' Now they'll face off on Capitol Hill

At a Senate hearing Wednesday, Anthony Fauci is likely to face questions from Sen. Rand Paul related to the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what you need to know

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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The Federal Reserve faces a critical decision on interest rates

Policymakers at the Federal Reserve are meeting to discuss interest rates Wednesday. They're expected to hold rates steady, but there's a chance they could raise rates to combat stubborn inflation.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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More Americans are going bankrupt. What does that mean?

The bankruptcy rate has risen about 48% between 2022 and 2025, although it's still below pre-pandemic levels.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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'Machines are collaborators' at this new museum of AI art

"What is beyond reality?" asks artist Refik Anadol. His latest projects include Dataland, an immersive AI art museum in Los Angeles, and an installation at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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President Trump met with the leaders of Ukraine and Israel on Tuesday at the White House, heatwave threatens firefighters' hold on wildfires in France and Spain.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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US and Saudi Arabia strike ‘Iran-aligned’ groups in Iraq

The US and Saudi Arabia launched joint air strikes on Iraq, targeting ‘Iran-aligned’ groups.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Seales takes five wickets as West Indies beat Pakistan in first Test

West Indies take a 1-0 lead in the two-Test series after Jayden Seales dominates with the ball on day 4 in Trinidad.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Iran and Oman swap proposals to manage Strait of Hormuz: What we know

Iran is proposing a deal that would see it have significantly more control than Oman.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Will Germany bring back mandatory military conscription next year?

A voluntary recruitment drive has only drawn 500 people so far this year, with many more eager to opt out.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Why is Uganda experiencing a food crisis?

At least 19 people have died of starvation in the country and 1.5 million are at risk of malnutrition, experts warn.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Russian industrial sites on fire after Ukrainian drone attacks

Russia's top online retailer Wildberries says it has evacuated warehouses in Ryazan.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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IPL’s business value rockets to $20bn as India cricket league soars

Indian Premier League cements its place as cricket's number one T20 competition with an 11% rise in value this year.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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France evacuates thousands as fires displace a third of a million in southwest Europe

French authorities ordered 4,000 more people evacuated from tourist sites along its Atlantic coast, widening what may be France's largest peacetime evacuation.

NPR News · 29 Jul 2026
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India’s youth have broken Modi’s spell

At Jantar Mantar, satire and defiance punctured the prime minister’s aura of invulnerability.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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Why Netanyahu didn’t want a Zelenskyy moment with Trump

Diplomats Jeffrey Feltman and Michael Ratney

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul 2026
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