10.20 | The long run

Tue » Most American workers struggle to find purpose in their jobs. WORLD’s Lauren Smyth explores why. Also: A former Treasury official worries Washington is giving up too much leverage against Putin in pursuit of cheaper diesel. Scientists compete for new research money as the White House seeks more say over grants. American families discover that homeschooling freedoms don’t necessarily travel overseas. Plus: Paris burns, and a German snuff championship comes down to two milligrams—and a cleanliness score. EP 3512 · Tue Oct 20, 2026 ☀️ Today’s stories › Tuesday morning news › Russia sanctions: The price of leverage › Science funding: Who picks the winners?