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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. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Up First, NPR News Now, and more.

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What is a ceasefire?Unpacking the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, its fragility, and the socio-political implications for Gaza.16 Nov 2025 · 30 min
Congressional To-Do List, Trump V. BBC, Ukraine UpdateCongressional To-Do List, Trump V. BBC, Ukraine Update15 Nov 2025 · 15 min
Epstein Files Fallout, Charlotte Immigration Patrols, Economic Impact Of Shutdown In this episode of "Up First," the hosts discuss three major news stories affecting the nation:14 Nov 2025 · 13 min
Epstein Documents Dump, Government Reopens, Affordable Care Act LimboEpstein Documents Dump, Government Reopens, Affordable Care Act Limbo13 Nov 2025 · 13 min
House Shutdown Vote, Aviation Challenges, USS Ford In CaribbeanNPR's Up First provides the most important news stories of the day within a concise 10-minute format, featuring analysis from NPR News.12 Nov 2025 · 13 min
House Votes on Funding Bill, Shutdown Deal Dissent, COP30 Global EmissionsHouse Votes on Funding Bill, Shutdown Deal Dissent, COP30 Global Emissions11 Nov 2025 · 13 min
Senate Shutdown Breakthrough, SNAP Legal Battle, COP30 Climate Summit StartsSenate Shutdown Breakthrough, SNAP Legal Battle, COP30 Climate Summit Starts10 Nov 2025 · 15 min
Carlson’s War: Part 1This episode explores the long-term impact of war on veterans, focusing on David Carlson, a decorated Iraq War veteran who struggles with PTSD, substance abuse, and incarceration.9 Nov 2025 · 27 min
Carlson’s War: Part 2In the second part of "Carlson’s War," reporter Quill Lawrence continues the story of Dave Carlson, a combat veteran who is serving time in prison while struggling with severe PTSD resulting from his…9 Nov 2025 · 27 min
Who's Been Paying Tariffs, DHS Surveillance Tools, Israel Holds Florida TeenWho's Been Paying Tariffs, DHS Surveillance Tools, Israel Holds Florida Teen8 Nov 2025 · 14 min
FAA Cuts Flights, SNAP Ruling, Trump Focused AbroadFAA Cuts Flights, SNAP Ruling, Trump Focused Abroad7 Nov 2025 · 13 min
State Of The Shutdown, SCOTUS Tariff Arguments, Chicago ICE RulingState Of The Shutdown, SCOTUS Tariff Arguments, Chicago ICE Ruling6 Nov 2025 · 13 min
VA NJ Governor Races, Mamdani Elected NYC Mayor, California RedistrictingVA NJ Governor Races, Mamdani Elected NYC Mayor, California Redistricting5 Nov 2025 · 13 min
Four Big Races To Watch, Partial SNAP Funding, Famine In SudanFour Big Races To Watch, Partial SNAP Funding, Famine In Sudan4 Nov 2025 · 13 min
Four Big Races To Watch, Partial SNAP Funding, Sudan Famine, Dick Cheney Dies at 84This episode of NPR's *Up First* discusses several critical news events, including significant elections in the U.S., changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a famine crisis…4 Nov 2025 · 15 min
Trump's Shutdown Travel, SNAP Benefits Gap, NYC Mayoral RaceIn this episode of NPR's "Up First," hosts Michelle Martin and Steve Inskeep discuss three major news stories affecting the U.S.:3 Nov 2025 · 13 min
How Smaller Families are Changing the WorldThis episode delves into the global trend of declining birth rates, examining its implications for communities, economies, and social systems.2 Nov 2025 · 22 min
SNAP decision, Open Enrollment, Electricity Prices IncreaseThis episode covers three significant news stories:1 Nov 2025 · 14 min
Democrats' Shutdown Pressure, SNAP Deadline, Nuclear TestingIn this episode of *Up First*, hosts Leila Fadel and A Martinez discuss the urgent issues surrounding the ongoing government shutdown, the impending cut to SNAP benefits for millions of Americans,…31 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Trump-Xi Meeting, Head Start Funding, Surgeon General NomineeIn this episode, the hosts discuss President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the potential funding crisis facing the Head Start program, and the delayed confirmation hearing for…30 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Hurricane Melissa Aftermath, Israel Strikes Gaza Again, Air-Traffic ControllersHurricane Melissa Aftermath, Israel Strikes Gaza Again, Air-Traffic Controllers29 Oct 2025 · 13 min
SNAP Benefits Shutdown, Trump In Japan, Hurricane MelissaSNAP Benefits Shutdown, Trump In Japan, Hurricane Melissa28 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Trump In Asia, U.S. Military In Caribbean, Shutdown Week 4Trump In Asia, U.S. Military In Caribbean, Shutdown Week 427 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Kiwi vs. PredatorIn this episode of *Up First*, NPR takes a deep dive into New Zealand's bold initiative to eradicate invasive species threatening its unique wildlife.26 Oct 2025 · 24 min