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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 by 6 a.m. ET, with hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Rachel Martin and A Martinez. Also available on Saturdays by 8 a.m. ET, with Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, hear a longer exploration behind the headlines with Rachel Martin, available by 8 a.m. ET. Subscribe and listen, then support your local NPR station at donate.npr.org.

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July 2, 2022

Biden's Climate Response, Transparency For Health Insurers, Brittney Griner Trial

July 2, 2022 • The Supreme Court's ruling on the EPA alters the Biden Administration's climate strategy. Health insurers must now publicize the prices they pay hospitals and doctors' offices for services. And, the trial in Russia that will decide Brittney Griner's fate is underway. The WNBA star has been detained for more than four months.

Biden's Climate Response, Transparency For Health Insurers, Brittney Griner Trial

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July 1, 2022

SCOTUS Election Law, SCOTUS Limits EPA's Power, Hong Kong's 25th Handover Anniversary

July 1, 2022 • The Supreme Court is taking on a case next term that could reshape federal elections. In one of its last opinions this term the Supreme Court limited EPA's authority to regulate emissions and fight climate change. And Hong Kong marks 25th anniversary since the handover from Britain to China.

SCOTUS Election Law, SCOTUS Limits EPA's Power, Hong Kong's 25th Handover Anniversary

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June 30, 2022

Final SCOTUS Rulings, Biden NATO Presser, Election Denial Influencers

June 30, 2022 • The Supreme Court issues its final rulings before recess. President Biden wraps his Europe trip following G7 and NATO summits. And a new NPR investigation details how election deniers spread misinformation across the country.

Final SCOTUS Rulings, Biden NATO Presser, Election Denial Influencers

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June 29, 2022

Jan 6 New Revelations, Rising Job Cuts, NATO expansion

June 29, 2022 • Former White House aide testifies in January 6 hearing. Companies start layoffs amid fears of recession. And Turkey drops its objection to Finland and Sweden joining NATO.

Jan 6 New Revelations, Rising Job Cuts, NATO expansion

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June 28, 2022

Dozens Found Dead in Texas, NATO Summit Begins, January 6 Has a Surprise Hearing

June 28, 2022 • At least 46 people, believed to be migrants, were found dead in a trailer in San Antonio, Texas. The January 6 panel announces a new surprise hearing. And NATO leaders meet in Spain, as Russia continues to pose a threat to the alliance.

Dozens Found Dead in Texas, NATO Summit Begins, January 6 Has a Surprise Hearing

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June 27, 2022

States Respond to Abortion Ruling, Biden at G7 Summit, Russia Strikes Western Ukraine

June 27, 2022 • The Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade creates tensions between states. The Group of Seven leaders meet in Germany focusing on the ways to counter Russia and China. And as G7 leaders meet, Russian missiles strike western Ukraine.

States Respond to Abortion Ruling, Biden at G7 Summit, Russia Strikes Western Ukraine

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June 26, 2022

How Two Women's Views of Abortion Changed

June 26, 2022 • This week, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to abortion. Today, we're thinking about abortion on a personal level. And we'll listen to two women whose views on the matter have changed because of their own experiences.

How Two Women's Views of Abortion Changed

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June 25, 2022

Roe v. Wade Overturned, Kentucky's Trigger Law, Jan 6. Hearings

June 25, 2022 • The U.S. Supreme Court yesterday officially overturned Roe v. Wade, voting along ideological lines. What does it say about the court as an institution and where it's headed? In some states with so-called "trigger laws," abortion was banned immediately — we bring you the view from one of them. And — the latest on the January 6th hearings.

Roe v. Wade Overturned, Kentucky's Trigger Law, Jan 6. Hearings

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June 24, 2022

Senate Passes Gun Safety Bill, Supreme Court Expands Gun Rights, Jan 6 and the DOJ

June 24, 2022 • The Senate passes a gun control bill and sends it to the House. The Supreme Court strikes down New York's law restricting concealed carrying of guns. And a recap of Thursday's House Jan. 6 hearing which focused on former President Trump's pressure on the Justice Department to help him stay in office.

Senate Passes Gun Safety Bill, Supreme Court Expands Gun Rights, Jan 6 and the DOJ

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June 23, 2022

Jan. 6 Hearing Focuses on Justice Department, Afghanistan Earthquake, Biden to Europe

June 23, 2022 • The Jan. 6 hearing will outline pressure on the DOJ to help overturn the election. The death toll continues to climb after the earthquake in southeastern Afghanistan. President Biden will attend the upcoming G7 and NATO summits.

Jan. 6 Hearing Focuses on Justice Department, Afghanistan Earthquake, Biden to Europe

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