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National Public Radio is an American public broadcasting organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., with its NPR West headquarters in Culver City, California. It serves as a national syndicator to a network of more than 1,000 public radio stations in the United States. It differs from other non-profit membership media organizations, such as the Associated Press, in that it was established by an act of Congress.

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Sluggish U.S. Housing Market Persists Despite Slight Sales Increase

U.S. existing home sales saw a slight July increase but remain far below pre-pandemic levels due to high mortgage rates (averaging 6.6%) and increased home prices (up nearly 50% in five years), although more inventory and slightly lower rates offer some buyer leverage.

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Trump's $2 Million White House Rose Garden Renovation

President Trump replaced the White House Rose Garden's grass with white stone for nearly $2 million, a private donation-funded project adding drainage and a patriotic motif; this latest renovation follows other White House modifications under his administration.

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Bear Hunt's" Enduring Success and New Collaboration

We're Going on a Bear Hunt," a children's picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, published in 1989, has sold over four million copies, showcasing a family's imaginative adventure through various landscapes, culminating in a bear encounter. Their recent collaboration, "Oh Dear, Look What I...

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Vance Defends Trump Tax Cuts Amidst Hospital Funding Concerns

Vice President Vance defended President Trump's tax cuts in Georgia Thursday, while Senator Jon Ossoff criticized the bill's potential harm to Georgia hospitals, citing Evans Memorial's projected $3.5 million deficit and potential ICU cuts; the CBO estimates 10 million people could lose health cover...

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Prenatal Test Bill Highlights Cheaper Cash Price Trend in US Healthcare

Mara Varona's $4,480 prenatal blood test bill was reduced to $750 after her insurer paid 45 cents; Natera offered a $349 cash price beforehand, highlighting how cash payments can be cheaper than using insurance in the U.S. healthcare system.

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Goo Goo Dolls' New EP Addresses Mortality, Not Retirement

The Goo Goo Dolls, fronted by John Rzeznik, are releasing their new EP, "Summer Anthem," on August 22, amidst speculation about retirement sparked by song titles hinting at mortality; however, Rzeznik clarifies that the songs reflect his evolving perspective on life and family, not an end to the ban...

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IRS Extends Deadline for Electric Vehicle Tax Credits

The IRS extended the deadline for claiming the federal electric vehicle tax credit to September 30th; buyers only need a binding contract by that date, not vehicle delivery, impacting consumer access to substantial discounts on new and used EVs.

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Goo Goo Dolls' Rzeznik Reflects on 40-Year Career, Evolving Music Industry

John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls discusses the band's new EP, "Summer Anthem," reflecting on his 40-year career, aging, and the evolving music industry, emphasizing creating music for his audience rather than chasing chart success.

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Kyiv Missile Strike Kills 32, Survivor's Plea for Peace

A missile strike in Kyiv on July's last night killed 32, including the parents of 23-year-old Veronika Osintseva, who survived being thrown from her ninth-floor apartment; she is now hospitalized and appeals for the war's end.

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Insurance Wrongly Denies Coverage for Medically Necessary Hearing Tests

Anna Deutscher's son, Beckham, born with CMV, needs regular hearing tests costing $340 each; his insurance wrongly denied coverage despite legal mandates, causing financial strain, but her employer eventually covered the costs after appeal.

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Trump Administration Ends TPS for Hondurans, Exacerbating Healthcare Worker Shortage

The Trump administration terminated Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 72,000 Hondurans on September 8, 2023, despite court challenges, creating uncertainty for these individuals and exacerbating a healthcare worker shortage in California.

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Walmart Confirms Tariff-Driven Price Increases

Walmart, along with other major retailers, is raising prices due to weekly tariff increases, impacting consumer spending, particularly among middle- and lower-income shoppers, although some mitigation strategies are currently in place.

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