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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell attends a meeting of the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington, DC, on Oct. 14. Powell is expected to announce another interest rate hike on Wednesday.

The Fed orders another jumbo interest rate hike. Many are wondering what's next

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by another 0.75 percentage points Wednesday, as part of its ongoing effort to fight inflation. The big question is, what happens next.

Beat your midday slump by sticking your head in the freezer

In his new book, psychologist Aric Prather gives sleep tips, including how to harness cold temps to give you a boost of energy.

Among the findings in the latest NPR/PBS <em>NewsHour</em>/Marist poll is that Democrats are losing ground on which party voters want to control Congress and inflation being the top issue — with voters saying they trust Republicans more on the issue by 20 points.

Key GOP groups are more fired up to vote in midterms than Democrats, NPR poll finds

The last NPR survey before all votes have to be cast shows inflation continues to be the top concern for voters, and Republicans are trusted more than Democrats on the issue by 20 points.

U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., looks towards Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., as Cheney offers her support during a campaign rally, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in East Lansing, Mich. Slotkin emphasized how a shared concern for a functioning democracy can unite Democrats and Republicans despite policy disagreements. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Slotkin campaigns with Rep. Liz Cheney, touts bipartisanship and national security expertise

Democratic Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin hosted Republican Rep. Liz Cheney at East Lansing High School this week to reinforce her pitch as a bipartisan leader for Michigan’s new 7th District.

Michigan running back Blake Corum (2) escapes Michigan State safety Angelo Grose (15)cornerback Ameer Speed (6) and linebacker Jacoby Windmon (4) in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Spartans star Windmon among 4 more suspended in tunnel melee

One of the Big Ten's top defensive players and three other Michigan State football players were suspended Tuesday for their roles in the melee in the Michigan Stadium tunnel.

CATA reaches an agreement with union employees after three years of negotiations

The Capital Area Transportation Authority has reached an agreement with the union representing its bus operators, mechanics and utility employees.

New York City requires employers to list a salary range for posted job advertisements

A pay transparency law goes into effect Tuesday in New York City that requires employers to list a salary range for all posted job advertisements.

Sen. Lindsey Graham must testify before a grand jury in Georgia

The Supreme Court said Sen. Lindsey Graham must testify before a grand jury in Georgia. Graham claimed that because he is a senator, he is immune to testifying under the constitution.

Author Louise Kennedy's debut novel explores love and identity in Northern Ireland

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with author Louise Kennedy about her debut novel, "Trespasses."

Rapper Takeoff from the group Migos died Tuesday at age 28

Rapper Takeoff from the group Migos was shot and killed in Houston Tuesday.

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