Here are five things to know about the massive hack of the crypto exchange Binance from how it happened to what it means for the sector.

The latest developments come amid allegations, first reported by The New York Times, that Democrats recruited a spoiler candidate in the toss-up U.S. Senate race.

The Siena Drone Photo Awards for 2026 offer breathtaking bird's-eye views of our planet, revealing landscapes, livelihoods and human stories often invisible from the ground.

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Residents are fighting back against plans for a project that would span thousands of acres near the Monongahela National Forest and popular outdoor recreation, ski areas and dark sky sites.

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Across the country, there are reports of heightened ICE activity. Advocates worry about how close it is to midterms, but so far voter turnout is surging.

The world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange reported Thursday that approximately $6.3 billion was impacted in an apparent hack.

It wasn't immediately clear the extent of the damage hackers might have been able to cause, and Binance had not explicitly confirmed that funds had been pilfered. The company said its teams are "working around the clock" to resolve the issue.

Alaska's governor ordered an investigation into claims that Dems recruited a spoiler candidate to confuse voters. And, Hegseth ousted an Army general as the U.S. prepares for potential attacks on Iran.

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Prices for candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum have risen 7.7% in one year and are up more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data.

NPR member stations are gathering information for voters from voter guides down to local races. Scroll through to find your state and the resources available from your local member station.

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Israel's consequential election has ended in a deadlock, with neither side able to claim a majority, What happens now?

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The competitive map for control of the U.S. Senate has expanded considerably in the final days before Election Day. Here's a ranking of those competitive races from most likely to flip to least likely.

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