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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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House Members During Shutdown; Trump Visits Asia; US Military Buildup in CaribbeanHouse Members During Shutdown; Trump Visits Asia; US Military Buildup in Caribbean25 Oct 2025 · 15 min
Missed Paychecks, NBA Gambling Scandal, Russia ReactsThis episode of *Up First* covers three significant news stories that are affecting federal workers, the NBA, and international relations with Russia.24 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Ukraine-EU Meeting, National Guard Deployment Cases, Pentagon Press CorpsUkraine-EU Meeting, National Guard Deployment Cases, Pentagon Press Corps23 Oct 2025 · 13 min
VP Vance In Israel, Shutdown Politics, White House Under ConstructionVP Vance In Israel, Shutdown Politics, White House Under Construction22 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Shutdown Economics, U.S.- Colombia Tensions, Louvre Heist FalloutShutdown Economics, U.S.-Colombia Tensions, Louvre Heist Fallout21 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Airstrikes On Gaza, Shutdown Pressure Points, Venezuela Boat StrikesAirstrikes On Gaza, Shutdown Pressure Points, Venezuela Boat Strikes20 Oct 2025 · 13 min
A Tiny Plot to Call HomeNPR's Up First provides essential news summaries, highlighting the three biggest stories of the day with reporting and analysis from NPR News. New episodes are released weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET.19 Oct 2025 · 23 min
"No Kings" Protests; Aid Slow for Gaza; U.S. - China Trade War Heats UpKey news stories including nationwide protests against the Trump administration, the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and escalating tensions in the U.S.-China trade war.18 Oct 2025 · 15 min
Bolton Indicted, Trump and Zelenskyy Meeting, Rebuilding GazaThis episode of *Up First* discusses three significant news stories:17 Oct 2025 · 15 min
Venezuela Escalation, Shutdown Layoffs Paused, Military PayThis episode of *Up First from NPR* discusses three major topics:16 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Gaza Ceasefire Tested, Shutdown Stalemate, SCOTUS Voting RightsThis episode of *Up First* discusses three major stories impacting current events:15 Oct 2025 · 13 min
What's Next For Gaza?, Trump Return From Middle East Trip, ICE TacticsWhat's Next For Gaza?, Trump Return From Middle East Trip, ICE Tactics14 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Hostages Released, Trump In The Middle East, Shutdown LayoffsIn this episode of NPR's *Up First*, the hosts cover three major topics:13 Oct 2025 · 12 min
ICE Under TrumpNPR's Up First provides essential news for the day in a concise format. The podcast features the three biggest stories with analysis from NPR News, available weekdays and weekends.12 Oct 2025 · 17 min
Nobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado on Regime Change in VenezuelaNobel Laureate Maria Corina Machado on Regime Change in Venezuela11 Oct 2025 · 11 min
Israel, Hamas Peace Deal Latest; Federal Worker Layoffs; Health Care SubsidiesNPR's Up First is a daily news podcast that highlights the three biggest stories to start your day, delivered in a concise 10-minute format.11 Oct 2025 · 15 min
Gaza Ceasefire, Trump's Middle East Peace Plan, Letitia James IndictedIn this episode, NPR's Up First discusses three critical news stories: the fragile ceasefire in Gaza amidst ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas, President Trump's planned visit to the Middle…10 Oct 2025 · 13 min
Gaza Ceasefire Reached, Shutdown Day 9, Chicago National GuardGaza Ceasefire Reached, Shutdown Day 9, Chicago National Guard9 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Shutdown Politics, Air Traffic Control Issues, Comey ArraignmentShutdown Politics, Air Traffic Control Issues, Comey Arraignment8 Oct 2025 · 13 min
National Guard Powers, Marking October 7th, SCOTUS: Conversion TherapyLeila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin, A Martinez, Ayesha Rascoe, Scott Simon7 Oct 2025 · 14 min
National Guard Portland, Gaza Talks In Egypt, SCOTUS Term BeginsNational Guard Portland, Gaza Talks In Egypt, SCOTUS Term Begins6 Oct 2025 · 14 min
National Security, UnlockedNPR's Up First delivers the top news stories of the day in a concise 10-minute format, featuring insightful reporting and analysis.5 Oct 2025 · 20 min
Hamas Agrees to Trump Plan, Shutdown Day 4, Medicaid CutsIn this episode of *Up First*, hosts Scott Simon and Ayesha Roscoe discuss three significant news stories:4 Oct 2025 · 14 min
Shutdown Day 3, No Jobs Report, Trump Pressures UniversitiesIn this episode of *Up First*, hosts Leila Fadel and Steve Inskeep discuss the ongoing government shutdown, which is now in its third day.3 Oct 2025 · 14 min