Up First from NPR
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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 NPR's reporting by subscribing to Up First+ and unlock sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/upfirst
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Episodes
Trump State of the Union Strategy, Mexico Cartel Violence, Epstein Files Naming Trump
Feb 24, 2026 ∙ 15min
Trump's New Tariffs, China Reacts To Tariff Ruling, State Of The Union Poll
Feb 23, 2026 ∙ 16min
Hollywood’s Love Affair with VistaVision
Feb 22, 2026 ∙ 28min
Court Invalidates Tariffs, Military Options Regarding Iran, Olympic Matchup Preview
Feb 21, 2026 ∙ 18min
Military Buildup Around Iran, Board Of Peace Meeting, Former Prince Andrew Released
Feb 20, 2026 ∙ 15min