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Today’s prime tales
Former President Donald Trump will not be on Maine’s primary poll after the state’s secretary of state dominated he is not certified based mostly on his makes an attempt to overturn the outcomes of the 2020 presidential election. Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, launched a 34-page ruling yesterday night concluding that Trump’s primary election petition is “invalid.” Trump’s marketing campaign stated it could shortly file an objection to the “atrocious” resolution.
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a marketing campaign rally, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, in Durham, N.H.
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Former President Donald Trump speaks at a marketing campaign rally, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023, in Durham, N.H.
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Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing Israel’s increasing offensive into central and southern Gaza. Here’s what you have to know 83 days into the battle:
- The battle has already killed over 20,000 Palestinians and pushed round 85% of the inhabitants of two.Three million from their properties, in response to Gaza’s well being ministry.
- Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas wherever it’s in response to the Oct. 7 Hamas-led assault that killed about 1,200 individuals. Hamas militants proceed to carry over 100 hostages in Gaza.
- NPR’s Carrie Kahn says on Up First the battle will not be slowing down. Yesterday, at least 20 Palestinians had been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a residential constructing in Rafah, in response to Palestinian officers. NPR producer Anas Baba experiences from Al-Kuwaiti hospital close to the strike website that almost all of the injured are youngsters and infants. He describes seeing one pregnant woman begging the physician to examine on her child inside her stomach.
- Judith Weinstein, an American-Canadian-Israeli girl, who was believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas, was killed throughout the Oct. 7 assaults on Israel, her household stated in statements yesterday.
- Benny Gantz, a former army chief and present member of Israel’s battle Cabinet, warned yesterday that his nation might enhance army exercise towards the Hezbollah militant group, which has been firing into Israel from Lebanon’s southern border.
- NPR’s Carrie Kahn, Daniel Estrin, Jason DeRose, Nina Kravinsky and Scott Neuman are reporting from the area.
In current weeks, a Polish blockade has brought about a 20-mile-long queue of vans. Polish truckers declare Ukrainian truckers have an unfair benefit as a result of they’re briefly exempt from European Union permits. The protest is souring a as soon as neighborly and supportive relationship between the 2 nations. NPR’s Elissa Nadworny reports from the Poland-Ukraine border that drivers have been ready in line for weeks. She interviewed a person concerned in managing the Polish blockade, and he stated the protest is a combat for his or her existence.
Deep dive
A Polestar electrical automobile prepares to park at an EV charging station on July 28, 2023 in Corte Madera, California.
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A Polestar electrical automobile prepares to park at an EV charging station on July 28, 2023 in Corte Madera, California.
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Good information for these planning on shopping for an electrical car in 2024 — a hefty federal tax credit score for EVs will likely be simpler to entry subsequent 12 months. The dangerous information? Fewer automobiles will doubtless qualify for the complete $7,500. Here’s what you need to know:
- Buyers will not have to attend till the next tax 12 months to say and pocket the credit score. You can get it as a rebate as quickly as you buy the car.
- Cars should meet battery dimension and car weight necessities. They should be assembled in North America and fall beneath a value cap, relying on the dimensions of the automobile.
- Leased automobiles are eligible for a model of the tax credit score that’s a lot simpler to qualify for. There’s additionally a credit score for purchasing a used EV and a industrial credit score for purchasing an EV for those who run a enterprise.
Weekend picks
Check out what NPR is watching, studying and listening to this weekend:
Movies: Adam Driver stars in Ferrari, a film a few speed-obsessed man and the challenges he and others endure. On Pop Culture Happy Hour, Chris Klimek, host of the Smithsonian Magazine podcast, “There’s More To That,” discusses how the movie compares to director Michael Mann’s earlier works.
TV: In the ’80s and ’90s, youngsters beloved watching Commander Mark on PBS, the place he used his pen to show them how to attract. Now, 40 years later, “The Secret Cities of Mark Kistler” documentary explores the artist’s journey behind reveals like The Secret City, Draw Squad and Imagination Station.
Books: Lisa McManus and Hannah Crowley, government editors at America’s Test Kitchen Reviews, discuss their e book, Kitchen Gear: The Ultimate Owner’s Manual, and share important instruments and ideas that each chef ought to have.
Music: Have you ever listened to NPR and puzzled who chooses these songs you hear between tales and interviews? Meet All Things Considered administrators and take a look at their 2023 playlist.
Three issues to know earlier than you go
An individual passes discarded Christmas bushes alongside a sidewalk on January 14, 2014 in New York City.
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An individual passes discarded Christmas bushes alongside a sidewalk on January 14, 2014 in New York City.
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1. The Christmas Tree Association says we promote 25 to 30 million stay Christmas bushes in the U.S. every year. If your tree continues to be up, listed here are some tips for when it is time to take it down, give it a second life or flip it into spruce beer.
2. Civil rights chief Bishop William Barber, 60, says he was kicked out of a North Carolina movie show whereas making an attempt to look at The Color Purple for trying to make use of the particular chair he introduced into the disabled part. Now, civil rights teams are calling on AMC Theaters to enhance accessibility for patrons with disabilities in response to this incident.
3. Ever thought concerning the individuals who carry you Morning Edition on daily basis even on holidays? Listen to hear a few of their favourite tales of 2023.
Treye Green edited this article.