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NPR's Carrie Khan in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil talking about the shift to the right and far right in South America.

Thank you, Carrie.

And now it's time for sports.

A World Series to cherish.

An NFL dynasty deflates.

Plus, what sport didn't have a gambling scandal in 2025?

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At the end of every year, many of us resolve to make small changes in our lives.

But what would it take to make a big change?

And what about if you've already reached retirement age?

Tomorrow on The Sunday Story, WBUR reporter Anthony Brooks shares stories about people he's met who've done just that.

A vast trove of documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein is released by the Justice Department.

I'm Scott Simon.

Among the previously unseen files are photos of former President Bill Clinton.

And millions of Americans face price hikes on health care premiums after Congress failed to strike a deal.

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A law signed by President Trump last month that directed the DOJ to turn over the documents by Friday.