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NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes. Available weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, with hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin and A Martinez. Also available on Saturdays at 9 a.m. ET, with Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, hear a longer exploration behind the headlines with Ayesha Rascoe on "The Sunday Story," available by 8 a.m. ET. Subscribe and listen, then support your local NPR station at donate.npr.org.

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President Biden's Legacy, Trump Campaign Focus, Ukrainian Buffer Zone

Aug 19, 2024
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The Sunday Story: Uncovering Abuse in a Juvenile Detention Center

Aug 18, 2024
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Peace Talks for Gaza and Sudan. DNC Look-Ahead.

Aug 17, 2024
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Harris Economic Plan, Trump Economic Plan, Matthew Perry

Aug 16, 2024
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Inflation Eases, Ceasefire Talks, Columbia President Resigns, Bangladesh Update

Aug 15, 2024
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Trump Campaign Hack, Abortion Ballot Initiatives, Sudan Peace Talks

Aug 14, 2024
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Donald Trump And Elon Musk, Tim Walz And Labor, Drug Lord's Letter

Aug 13, 2024
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Gaza Evacuations, Ukraine Attacks Russia, Olympics Closing Ceremonies

Aug 12, 2024
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The Sunday Story: The History of Sex Testing in Sports

Aug 11, 2024
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Ukraine Pushes Into Russia, Presidential Campaign Update, Olympics Near End

Aug 10, 2024