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Paraguay's president is impeached minutes after resigning following a bank collapse

Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term

A prosecutor described Brand as a ruthless, calculating, manipulative "sexual predator." Brand, 51, denied the charges, saying he had never forced anyone to do something against their will.(Image credit: Alberto Pezzali)

What's next for Democrats after the midterms. And, a look at the outstanding races

Democrats have regained control of Congress. They have a long list of investigations into Trump planned. And, not all races have been called. Here's a look at how they could affect the Dems' majority.(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)

Three ways Democrats could reshape U.S. foreign policy after the midterms

On Morning Edition, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Anne Applebaum breaks down what a Democratic Congress could change about Trump's foreign policy and what remains beyond its power.(Image credit: Saul Loeb)

Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican

The American singer-songwriter and poet visited with the American pope at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy. The Vatican said the encounter was brief.(Image credit: Vatican Media/LaPresse)

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong is sentenced to 10 more years in prison

Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump's plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales

Michigan's first Muslim senator-elect, Abdul El-Sayed, discusses his historic victory, an unlikely agreement with Trump on Israel military aid and the political divisions that remain.(Image credit: Salwan Georges)

The world is reacting to the Democrats' sweeping midterm elections victory

From Kyiv to Moscow, and Tehran to Tel Aviv, all eyes were on the Democrats big win as foreign powers weigh how a flipped Congress will affect international relations.(Image credit: Allison Robbert)

Democrats seize full control of Congress. And, which candidates made history last night

Democrats have won the House and the Senate, taking full control of Congress for the first time since 2023. And history was made in several states. Here's what happened last night.(Image credit: Jemal Countess)

Japan faces diplomatic dilemma amid joint pressure from nuclear neighbors

As the Ukraine war grinds on, ties between Russia and neighboring Japan are at their worst in decades. Tokyo wants more support from Washington, but some Japanese are concerned they may not get it.

For Ukraine's Kherson region, a short ceasefire meant a momentary return to normal life

In Kherson city, usually seething with Russian drones, friends met at cafes, families were out together and shoppers stocked up. "The city seems alive," said one resident, "just like it used to be."(Image credit: Svet Jacqueline for NPR)

Indian navy rescues 20 crew from Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia

Control of Congress is at stake today. And, judge to consider motion in Clancy case

Election Day is here, and voters are heading to the polls in an election that may change control of Congress. And, a judge is considering whether to dismiss Lindsay Clancy's murder case.(Image credit: Timothy A. Clary)

Death toll hits 29 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, with 48 still missing

Russia launched 289 attack drones, 17 ballistic missiles and 59 cruise missiles across nine regions, President Zelenskyy said in an online post that noted the barrage coincided with U.S. elections.(Image credit: Ukrainian Emergency Service)

Haley Stevens backs Mike Rogers. And, Gulf states brace for potential attack on Iran

Democrats in Michigan are considering their options after Haley Stevens endorsed GOP candidate Mike Rogers for Senate. And the Gulf states are bracing for a possible U.S. attack on Iran after the midterms.(Image credit: Finn Gomez)

Hundreds evacuate city during temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

The ceasefire in a Russian-occupied Ukrainian city has ended. The ceasefire, which lasted several days, allowed hundreds of residents to evacuate.