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Brazil's environment is a global concern. But on the campaign trail, it's struggling to get voters' attention.

In Brazil, President Lula da Silva faces Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the jailed former president, in a tight race. If neither wins more than half the votes they'll face each other again on Oct. 25.

Before running the New York City Marathon, NPR's Elissa Nadworny gets a bone scan, blood work and a treadmill test to settle a question from Mom: Is this bad for my body?

The Supreme Court starts its new term with a Colorado county's claim that an oil refinery worsened climate change. The ruling could determine whether similar cases can move forward.

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Hollywood wants to tap into the built-in audience for video games. NPR's Stephen Thompson and Vincent Acovino discuss what it takes to make a video game adaptation that works beyond its fan base.