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A political update from Erie, Pa., which has been pivotal to, and a bellwether of, presidential election outcomes.

We at Planet Money are constantly reading the work of economists and other social scientists to glean ideas, evidence and insights about the economy, and, more generally, the confusing world around us. Welcome to the inaugural installment of the Planet Money Econ Roundup!

The war in Ukraine will be top of mind when leaders from North America and Europe meet in Lithuania. So will the makeup of the alliance itself, as Ukraine continues pushing for membership.

The CIA Director and the Director of National Intelligence testified that they did not share classified information in a messaging group chat that discussed the U.S. bombing campaign in Yemen.

Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected pope yesterday and chose the name Pope Leo XIV. Here's what you need to know about him and his views. And, the U.S. and China begin trade negotiations.

NPR's Music team breaks down this week's new music, plus how the impact of movie soundtracks has changed.

Virginia is just weeks away from electing a new governor, but the government shutdown and an explosive text message scandal in the race for attorney general could reshape the election.

Historically, the U.S. had been the top donor for global health. That changed dramatically this year. We look at the new approach the U.S. is pursuing and what this has meant for people on the ground.

Free speech has become an increasing focal point after comments about Charlie Kirk's assassination have caused people to lose jobs. And, a CDC vaccine panel rolls back MMRV vaccine guidance.

The 20-something billionaires who run Kalshi and Polymarket are battling it out to be the top prediction market company. Observers and former insiders say the feud is just heating up.