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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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Baltimore Gym Empowers Seniors Through Strength Training

Fivex3, a Baltimore gym, helps older adults (60s-80s) improve strength and mobility through targeted training, enhancing their independence and quality of life, as evidenced by 86-year-old Mona Noyes regaining her ability to perform basic daily tasks.

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Churches Offer 'Blue Christmas' Services Amid Rising Holiday Grief

Amid rising holiday stress and grief, numerous churches across the US are implementing 'Blue Christmas' services offering emotional support and community for those struggling with sadness, loss, or political anxieties, reflecting a growing integration of mental health within religious communities.

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Lionel Trains Celebrates 125 Years of Holiday Tradition and Technological Innovation

Lionel, an American toy train company, celebrates its 125th anniversary, showcasing its enduring popularity through strong Christmas sales, technological innovations like smartphone control, and the continued appeal of classic train sets such as the ever-popular Polar Express.

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Freeland's Resignation Shakes Trudeau's Government

Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned on Monday, creating a major political crisis for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's minority government amid disagreements over economic policy and the looming threat of US tariffs; the resignation raises questions about Trudeau's leadership and the ...

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Assad Claims Unplanned Departure from Syria Following Rebel Takeover

On December 16, from Moscow, former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad released a statement via Telegram claiming his departure from Syria was unplanned and that he fought alongside his army until their defeat by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebel forces on December 8, after which he was evacuated by Russia f...

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Tabla Maestro Zakir Hussain Dies at [age]

Tabla master Zakir Hussain, known for fusing Indian classical music with global genres and collaborating with artists like John McLaughlin and George Harrison, died yesterday from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; this year, he became the first Indian musician to win three Grammys in one year.

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Ilana Glazer on Knowing When to End a Project

Comedian Ilana Glazer discussed her ability to know when to end a project, citing her decision to end "Broad City" after a specific number of seasons and comparing the decision to a drummer's rhythmic sense.

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Lionel Trains Celebrates 125 Years of Success

Lionel Trains celebrates its 125th anniversary, maintaining popularity through technological innovation (smartphone control) and nostalgic appeal, evident in strong Christmas sales and the enduring popularity of O Gauge trains among collectors.

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TikTok Seeks Supreme Court Intervention to Block US Ban

A federal law banning TikTok in the US unless its Chinese parent company sells it is set to take effect on January 19th, prompting an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court by TikTok, its parent company ByteDance, and others, citing free speech concerns and significant potential user and revenue loss...

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National Film Registry Adds 25 Diverse Films

The National Film Registry added 25 films to its collection, including "Dirty Dancing", "Angels With Dirty Faces", "Beverly Hills Cop", and "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan", to preserve American film history and diversity, bringing the total to nearly 900 films.

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Winter Storm Prompts Warnings, Highlights Need for Driver Preparedness

A major winter storm is affecting much of the U.S., prompting warnings to stay home. Drivers should prepare emergency kits with blankets, food, water, and chargers; the I-95 traffic jam in January highlights the dangers of ignoring weather warnings and being unprepared.

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Syrian Rebel Offensive Frees Thousands From Prison, But Many Still Missing

Suheil Hamawi, imprisoned in Syria for 32 years and 5 days, was freed after a rebel offensive, highlighting the release of thousands from Assad's prisons while thousands more remain missing; his son George, now 33, was only 10 months old when his father was kidnapped in 1991.

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