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Boston Symphony Orchestra's grand AI experiment is a boon to democracy
In this year’s election season orchestras have been practicing the call for democratic thinking on a global scale, including in Los Angeles, Leipzig, Germany and Boston, where the Boston Symphony Orchestra is experimenting with AI —to great effect.
Marvell to buy Lumentum in $115-billion deal to expand its AI business
Marvell to Acquire Lumentum in Historic $115 Billion Dea
Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig, exes of newlyweds T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach, marry
Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig are starting their forever, tying the knot a month after respective ex-spouses T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach did the same.
Medora entertainment legend, former Bismarck Mayor Bill Sorensen dies at 76
Sorensen, who entertained millions of visitors in Medora over five decades, also served as Bismarck mayor, state legislator and manager of world champion boxer Virgil Hill.
A procrastinator’s guide to voting in NH’s Nov. 3 elections
We’ve been catching up with the candidates, puzzling over ballot questions, and deep-diving into the issues. Now, it’s time to vote!
Paul Anka, Andy Garcia, David Foster among Kennedy Center honorees
Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell were announced as Kennedy Center honorees, selected by Trump.
Business break-ins in Grosse Pointe Park lead to arrest after suspect tried to cover security cameras
A string of business break-ins in Grosse Pointe Park has led to an arrest, and police say the suspect's own actions helped get him caught.
The Rundown: Health code violations at Chicago festivals
Plus, last-minute Election Day reminders. Here’s what you need to know today.
Show us your best ‘I Voted’ sticker selfie!
Share your civically engaged style as you hit the polls in Illinois.
Conservative Judge O’Connor Laments Lack of ‘Reason’ in Politics
A prominent conservative federal trial judge in Texas bemoaned the lack of “reason” in civil institutions, according to a newly published speech.
AI chatbots are becoming political advisers. Their answers can mislead voters
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for election information, but chatbots are getting voting facts wrong and recommending candidates, raising concerns they could influence voters' decisions.
Is America really that polarized? The answer might be a surprise
The U.S. has become more politically polarized, but research shows people overestimate their differences and there is 'messy middle' majority of Americans who share overlapping political views.
‘Big business’: little-known court system in Louisiana churns out thousands of evictions – and millions in fees for judges
Guardian investigation: Louisiana’s justice of the peace court system may violate tenants’ constitutional rights as eviction fees boost judges’ incomes.
Politics: The Final Weekend Before The Midterms
The final weekend of campaigning before Election Day has passed. President Donald Trump attended rallies in Kansas and Iowa on Sunday — despite initially announcing those rallies were cancelled. The president said they were back on the schedule on Friday.In more than two dozen campaign stops in October, the president’s influence among Republican voters has been tested — in a midterm election that is a referendum on his presidency so far.And while GOP campaigning continues to hinge on Trump — among Democrats, a fractured party in Michigan is becoming a problem of its own. In Michigan’s Senate Race, former Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens issued a late and shocking endorsement for the Republican candidate, Mike Rogers. Michigan’s Senate seat is a key piece to retaking control of the chamber for Democrats.More than 50 million votes have already been cast. What insight did this weekend’s campaigning give us to the state of the midterms?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
Microsoft AI CEO warns industry against trying to build conscious machines
Should artificial intelligence systems be given rights? One of the leading thinkers on the fast-evolving technology weighed in over the weekend. Microsoft AI Chief Executive Mustafa Suleyman, in an X
QC 1000 belongs in the business case
Audit quality should be part of deciding what resources to commit, what work to change, and what support can safely be withdrawn.
Zainab Johnson's new special breaks boundaries of Black female comedy
In her new special, “Toxically Optimistic,” comedian Zainab Johnson turns a recurring backyard opossum into an unexpected story about challenging audiences’ assumptions.
BYU–Hawaii Student Writes Novel Promoting Mental Health Awareness in the Philippines
English and psychology senior Yvenna Laine Pomarejo says that storytelling is more than a way to imagine a better world; it is a way to help understand the world we live in. Inspired by her Filipino culture and desire to raise mental health awareness, Pomarejo turned to writing a young adult novel.
Who Is Jason Turkish, Haley Stevens’s Fiancé?
Mr. Turkish, 39, is a longtime Democratic donor and disability rights lawyer. He endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate on Wednesday.
Martha Stewart apologizes twice for homeless Halloween costume
Martha Stewart dressed as a person struggling with poverty for Halloween. She addressed the backlash on Sunday.
'They want us divided': Major political parties fail to provide belonging to some Ohioans
About 36% of Ohio's voters are registered as Independents.
Governor Newsom proposes $1 billion cap for film and TV tax incentive
In an effort to maintain California’s role in the film and TV industry, Governor Newsom is asking to expand the state’s tax credit program again.
Maryland health insurance open enrollment begins for 2027
Maryland’s open enrollment for public health plans will stay open until Jan. 15 of next year. Residents can log onto Maryland Health Connection, the state insurance marketplace, to sign up for plans offered by four different companies, including CareFirst, Kaiser Permanente, Wellpoint and UnitedHealthCare.
Trump lawyers ask Supreme Court to set aside 20,000 California ballots
The appeal by the Trump administration comes days ahead of the midterm election, and after federal judges have rejected the bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots.
Dozens of Commonwealth leaders descend on Antigua at time of global political turbulence
Leaders representing nearly a third of the world’s population are meeting on the tiny Caribbean island of Antigua this week to strengthen ties at a time of global political upheaval
Science Behind the Forecast: How a little cumulus cloud can be become a big thunderstorm
Every week WAVE 3 meteorologist Tawana Andrew breaks down what we know and what we don't about the climate and weather here in Louisville.
THE WEEK OF NOV 2, 2026
- Midterms to affect science policy - NSF backs off grant changes - PCAST to hold first meeting
In Kansas, a data center backlash is uniting voters across the political aisle
Data center developments are sparking backlash in Kansas, where even some Trump supporters are turning against the president over concerns about health, utility costs and farmland.
New report highlights the challenges of growing North Carolina's health workforce
The NC Center on the Workforce for Health says North Carolina needs to train more nurses, nursing assistance, and emergency medical technicians while retaining people who already work in those professions.
FSU celebrates completion of $137.5 million health research building in Tallahassee
Construction is complete on FSU Health's $137.5 million Health Research and Collaboration building. The university unveiled it during a ribbon cutting Friday.
Science After Dark
Adults get the museum all to themselves this Thursday night for Science After Dark: Chemistry Uncorked! MOSI are taking chemistry out of the textbook.
Counties' Election Day rules may block news coverage of voting, civil rights groups warn
These restrictions potentially stem from recent notices and poll worker training standards from the California secretary of state.
South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare to sell women's health product in Europe to Ennogen
By Nqobile Dludla JOHANNESBURG, Nov 2 (Reuters) - South Africa's Aspen Pharmacare will sell the European commercialisation rights and related intellectual property for its women's health product
Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations
A WBEZ/Sun-Times analysis of health department inspections revealed dozens of violations for food at improper temperatures. We also discovered little evidence that private events, like Lollapalooza, are inspected at all.
Haley Stevens backs Mike Rogers. And, Gulf states brace for potential attack on Iran
Democrats in Michigan are considering their options after Haley Stevens endorsed GOP candidate Mike Rogers for Senate. And the Gulf states are bracing for a possible U.S. attack on Iran after the midterms.
Two-thirds of 2026 Taste of Chicago food vendors were flagged with health code violations
A WBEZ/Sun-Times analysis of health department inspections revealed dozens of violations for food at improper temperatures. We also discovered little evidence that private events, like Lollapalooza, are inspected at all.
Exciting new galleries leading a Los Angeles art renaissance
Over the past year, nearly 50 new commercial mid-sized galleries have opened across Los Angeles, significantly outpacing closures. We are not facing an art world apocalypse, it’s more like a necessary structural correction; increasingly, it looks like it might even be a renaissance.
Florida Department of Health considers dropping 4 school vaccine requirements – here’s what that could mean for kids
Most parents of young children today haven’t experienced the devastating childhood diseases that used to be common before vaccines were developed.
A campaign season of surprises peaks with Tuesday's midterms
The campaign has been defined by affordability and economic issues that have spurred an expected turn toward Democrats by voters and created headwinds for Republicans.
How does this fluoride-free toothpaste compare when it comes to oral health?
Many people are swapping out their fluoride dental products for ones made with a mineral called hydroxyapatite. What do dentists say about it?
Why are Republicans listed first on Florida's ballots?
Florida law gives the top ballot position to candidates from the party that won the last governor's race. Researches say this can benefit those candidates, due to a phenomenon called the primacy effect.
6 things to watch for on election night
Some of the key storylines to watch will center around various voters groups that have soured on President Trump during his second turn out.
When it comes to election pressure, this year's Georgia or Michigan could be anywhere
The districts that will decide control of the House and Senate next year are spread across the country. Voting officials in those places may face scrutiny and pressure they've never experienced.
Sudan: Humanitarian Health and Nutrition Bulletin: Blue Nile Under Strain: Displacement, Malaria and Attacks on Civilians Drive an Acute Health Emergency
Situation Report in English on Sudan about Health and Protection and Human Rights; published on 2 Nov 2026 by SAPA
Could virtual reality speed up learning?
Does swinging a lightsaber help us learn? New research from Florida Atlantic University and Brown University found that movement dramatically helps with certain kinds of complex learning. The research was published in the journal Science Advances. Interested in more science involving video games? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Today in History, 1938: Wahpeton State School Science (NDSCS) adds air conditioning courses
On November 2, 1938, the Wahpeton State School of Science introduced an air conditioning course as part of an expansion made possible by a $95,000 addition to its trades building.
Hampton Roads’ races top political ad spending in Virginia
Political campaigns and interest groups have spent at least $80 million in the closing months to advertise on TV, radio and online
Suffolk weighs where recreational marijuana businesses could operate
Suffolk is weighing where recreational marijuana businesses could operate as Virginia prepares to launch its adult-use cannabis market in 2027.
Carolina Curious: How is the fight over data centers reshaping North Carolina politics?
Data center opposition has drawn big crowds to public meetings across North Carolina. But is that grassroots energy carrying over into this year's election? For this week's Carolina Curious, we asked a political scientist.
Yakima Co. health officials confirm person infected with bird flu has died
YAKIMA CO., Wash. - The Yakima County Health District confirmed Sunday a person in the county has died due to complications of the bird flu.According to the YCHD, the person was hospitalized after becoming severely sick and was diagnosed with avian influenza. They said the person came into contact with infected cattle and that's how they got the illness.At this time, the YCHD is not releasing the identity of the person who died, their gender or their age. They confirmed the person did have underlying health conditions, but did not release what those were.This comes as a third confirmed human case of bird flu was reported Sunday. This person also became infected after being exposed to sick cattle at a Yakima County dairy. YCHD officials said this person is not experience severe illness and is not hospitalized.The YCHD is working with the person to identify and contact people who may have come into contact with those who are infected in an effort to monitor the illness.Officials with the YCHD said the risk of being infected with bird flu in the general public is low. Those who are at greater risk are those who have close or prolonged contact with infected animals or are in an environment that is contaminated with the virus. As of this writing, no documented case of human to human transmission has ever been recorded in the United States but it is not impossible. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED. News Suspected DUI crash in Walla Walla Co. kills Umatilla woman Erin Wencl News Man dead after early morning shooting in Yakima Erin Wencl News Pasco police asking for video of Saturday's fatal shooting near Don Rubio's Erin Wencl News Trick-or-treating wins popular vote at Yakama Nation trunk-or-treat Tyler Wargo News Justin Krumbah's family fights on after judge denies Kelly's request Dan Hanson, Apple Valley News Now News Toppenish gets nearly $1.5 million to improve traffic safety on State Route 22 Robert Desaulniers
ACA changes: Higher premiums, fewer enrollment options
People signing up for health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act for 2027 should expect higher premiums and fewer options.
If we say AIs deserve rights, it could start to believe it, Microsoft CEO says
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman warns against building conscious AI, arguing that treating machines as sentient could lead to dangerous consequences.
Liberty Creek High School athlete launches Her Mind Matters initiative to support young girls' mental health
A Liberty Creek HS athlete turned her own burnout into Her Mind Matters, a countywide mental health initiative for young girl athletes.
In Warren, a reflection of rural healthcare’s turmoil
Warren County is like most rural regions struggling to provide adequate and affordable healthcare to its aging population. A family-owned pharmacy is at the heart of keeping the system afloat.
Justice Department urges sanctions for database analysis critical of its noncitizen voting claims
Attorneys for an immigrant rights group on Saturday filed court papers revealing that their analysis found more than 40% of the people on the list do not appear in the state's voter file.
For older voters, health costs and coverage are key issues
Rising healthcare costs are a major concern for older Americans, and it's affecting their finances and political priorities as they cast their ballots.
Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember
Sen. Chris Murphy is expected to fully recover from his stroke. The acronym BE FAST can help you remember the symptoms of stroke and what to do when it happens: Call 911 quickly.
Trick-or-Steamers explore science at Schroeder Family Exploreum
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) - Families celebrated Halloween with hands-on science at Trick-or-Steam, held at the Schroeder Family Exploreum. Children could interact with Halloween-themed exhibits and collect candy at each stop. Activities were included with regular admission, and families could drop in throughout the afternoon.Social: Halloween fun met hands-on science at Trick-or-Steam, where kids explored themed exhibits and picked up candy at the Schroeder Family Exploreum.COPYRIGHT 2026 BY KOAM NEWS NOW. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
FSU celebrates completion of new $137.5 million health research building in Tallahassee
Construction is complete on FSU Health’s $137.5 million Health Research and Collaboration building. The university unveiled it during a ribbon cutting Friday.
How to think about the midterms — and the political moment the country is in
Polls show Democrats with an advantage in the midterm election but there are potential limitations and results may take a while to roll in.
Judge tosses Trump's attempt to block Alaska Senate results if GOP incumbent loses
A federal judge has dismissed a highly unusual lawsuit by the Trump administration that tried to block the certification of results from Alaska's U.S. Senate race if the Republican incumbent lost.
The midterms will test the nation's political direction and confidence
At least some portion of the nation is likely to have its political confidence — and perhaps even its sense of security — tested in the days and weeks ahead. That test could also continue for some time to come.
Turmoil in Michigan's Senate race as Democrat Haley Stevens appears with Republican Mike Rogers
Michigan's Democratic Senate race just took a dramatic turn as Haley Stevens appeared with Republican Mike Rogers. What's dividing the party days before the vote? 🗳️
Michael Mann accidentally shoots himself at L.A. gun range, rep says
The 83-year-old filmmaker suffered a minor injury when a gun discharged while holstered. His representative said he was treated at a hospital and is being released.
NH Attorney General orders firms to stop anonymous political mailers
All three of the mailers either attack Republican Senate candidate John Sununu or promote Edmond LaPlante, the Constitution Party candidate in the race.
Trump administration promises US farmers $15 billion in weeks before the midterms
President Donald Trump’s administration has made $15 billion worth of promises to agriculture producers in the last few weeks of the midterm elections.
Maryland health insurance rates are rising. What to know as open enrollment begins
Marylanders can begin shopping for 2027 health insurance plans Sunday, as higher rates make comparing coverage and costs especially important.
It's ACA open enrollment time. Here are the changes for health insurance shoppers
The ACA health insurance marketplaces — find yours at HealthCare.gov — open Nov. 1 for 2027 coverage. Getting an early start may be especially important this year.
Trump Accounts: What parents need to know about automatic enrollment, $1,000 seed money and activation
Your child may be enrolled in a “Trump Account” whether you realize it or not
A potential Democratic wave looms over Trump. Where does MAGA go after the midterms?
The Republican reckoning tests a party infrastructure reshaped around President Trump since his insurgent rise in 2015 transformed the GOP.
How one family gave a critical boost to gene therapy research
A family affected by Sanfilippo syndrome raised millions of dollars for research. The Food and Drug Administration just approved a gene therapy the support helped make possible.
What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you?
The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
Belarus Holding At Least 22 Political Prisoners In Psychiatric Hospitals, Rights Groups Say
At least 22 people in Belarus recognized as political prisoners by rights defenders face indefinite confinement inside secretive psychiatric hospitals. Cut off from amnesties and pardons, rights defenders warn that these individuals have effectively vanished into a legal "black zone."
'Grasping at straws': Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Saying the president was "grasping at straws," a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you?
The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
Where to go Sunday for Dia de Los Muertos celebrations
Neighborhoods and towns all over the region have been observing Dia de los Muertos for decades as a way to remember the loved ones who are gone.
Trump administration's social media posts criticized as racially inflammatory
The Trump administration’s online accounts have circulated images of a pumpkin carved with a sombrero design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud.
NASA's Swift telescope on the verge of plunging back to Earth
A NASA telescope is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering and sinking toward Earth. A few pieces that don't burn up in the atmosphere are expected to land in the ocean on or about Friday.
Republicans are about to find out whether their gerrymanders backfired
As analysts forecast a possible 'blue wave' of support for Democrats, election experts are watching whether Republicans’ gerrymandering efforts could backfire, turning out to be a 'dummymander.'
Phoebe Bridgers' phone-free Lost Tour lets an arena hear her think
The singer's first of three hometown shows at Inglewood's Intuit Dome was an intimate emotional spectacle.
Congo's Ebola deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
Deaths in Congo's Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the disease spreads relentlessly.
Anti-corruption and party discipline: takeaways from from this week's key political meeting in Beijing
The Communist party central committee meeting was focused on discipline and fighting corruption. It comes ahead of next year when Xi is widely expected to try to secure a fourth term.
Cascade of court rulings rebuffs Trump administration's election efforts
Federal judges have repeatedly rejected the Trump administration's efforts to wrest control over state voting processes and intimidate state and local elections officials.
After living through century of American politics, Florida’s oldest voters aren’t done yet
In interviews across Florida, centenarians said they are as divided politically as the rest of America. They see today’s political races as increasingly bleak and divisive. Still, they have not given up on voting.
OU Health welcomes group of Ukrainian surgeons for month-long educational program
A group of 10 Ukrainian surgeons has come to Oklahoma to be a part of Operation Ukraine. The program aims to equip the surgeons with advanced techniques they can take back to hospitals and military centers across Ukraine.
NASA satellite to plunge back to Earth after 22 years in space
The Swift Observatory's mission is over after 22 years in orbit. NASA expects the satellite to re-enter Earth's atmosphere soon.
Selma Blair apologizes for Delta flight incident amid assault charges
Selma Blair issued an apology following an alleged violent medical episode aboard a flight from Los Angeles to New York.
Americans are getting poorer despite bigger paychecks, goverment data shows
Workers are earning more, but inflation is rising even faster. New government data shows Americans' real income is declining.
Anti-corruption and party discipline: takeaways from from this week's key political meeting in Beijing
The Communist party central committee meeting was focused on discipline and fighting corruption. It comes ahead of next year when Xi is widely expected to try to secure a fourth term.
Buffalo business owner expands with new restaurant despite ongoing Main Street construction woes
A Buffalo business owner is expanding - opening a new Main Street restaurant despite a longterm multimillion dollar construction project on his doorstep.
This Kansas City mom may have to leave the US to afford life-saving health care for her daughter
Now that Children’s Mercy hospital is out of network for her family, Christy Moreno may have to seek specialty treatment in Mexico or Canada. She says the cancellation of the family’s insurance has put her child in a life-or-death situation.
Alabama Republicans thought they had drawn a safe US House seat. A Black congressman had other ideas
Democrat Shomari Figures of Alabama is one of several Black members of Congress who've had their House districts redrawn by Republicans in the wake of the Supreme Court decision weakening the Voting Rights Act.
Leela Gray stumps to get out the vote as election day nears
Gray is running against incumbent Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna in Congressional District 13, which includes most of Pinellas County outside St. Petersburg.
Letters to Sports: The Lincoln Riley debate and hate continues
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the USC and UCLA football teams, the Brewers winning the World Series and more.
US Rep Jim Clyburn says Colom election is key for voting rights laws
The economy is key for most voters in the midterm elections. The future of the Voting Rights Act is top of mind for many in the South as well.
A historically paralyzed Congress faces its voters
The current Congress has passed fewer bills and conducted less oversight than any of its predecessors in modern history, according to congressional scholars.
Oil company earnings skyrocket
Oil companies are reporting another quarter of sky-high profits as the war in Iran pushes up the price of oil — and prices at the pump.
Can I trust the polls? And other questions from listeners about the 2026 midterms
Ahead of Election Day, listeners send in questions about whether debates are dead, if polls are reliable for election coverage and how Trump might work with Democrats if they win control of Congress.
Bothell business owners hope to relieve election anxiety by voting
With the election fast approaching, many Bothell business owners are struggling with how to express a desire for change through their votes.