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15 Republican Senators Call On Obama To Withdraw Chuck Hagel Nomination
The senators cited Hagel's lackluster confirmation hearing performance and his views on Iran. The White House said it would not back down from the nomination.
Feds Set New Rules For Controversial Bird Flu Research
In early 2012, experiments that made H5N1 bird flu more contagious caused an uproar. People feared that mutant viruses could escape the lab and kill people. To prevent a repeat, the government has unveiled a policy describing how scientists should study dangerous pathogens and toxins.
Feds Set New Rules For Controversial Bird Flu Research
In early 2012, experiments that made H5N1 bird flu more contagious caused an uproar. People feared that mutant viruses could escape the lab and kill people. To prevent a repeat, the government has unveiled a policy describing how scientists should study dangerous pathogens and toxins.
Explosions In Syrian Capital Kill More Than 50
The blasts took place near government and military buildings in one of the deadliest days in the capital since the uprising began almost two years ago.
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Tough Turkeys Are Taking Over A California Town
The birds are roaming the town of Albany on the east side of San Francisco Bay. They're messy, they're loud and they can be aggressive. And if you don't think they can be scary, check how freaked out one California TV producer got when she encountered just one turkey in another town.
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In Wal-Mart's Earnings Report, A Lesson On The Tax Code
Corporate tax credits improved its profits, but those were tempered by the payroll tax increase on its customers.
Alabama Divided As Court Prepares To Hear Voting Rights Challenge
The Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday in a case challenging a Voting Rights Act provision that requires some states to receive federal approval for elections rule changes. Shelby County says the system is outdated, but some black officials argue it's still necessary to ensure diverse voices in government.
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This Music Is Bananas (Really)
Actually, it's all kinds of fruits and vegetables. A circuit board called the MaKey MaKey is allowing musicians to play music on produce, to awesome effect. Watch the video.
Sen. Graham Says 4,700 Killed In U.S. Drone Strikes
South Carolina's Lindsey Graham, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, rattled off the death toll during a talk Tuesday. But the CIA and Pentagon have not released official figures.
Pew: U.S. Catholics Divided On Future Of The Church
About half want a new pope to drive the church in a new direction; the other half want a traditionalist. Most American Catholics, however, would approve of a pope who wants to allow priests to marry.
Chicago Kids Say They're Assigned To Gangs
Last school year, 29 current and recent students at Harper High School in Chicago were shot. Eight of them died. The public radio show This American Life sent reporters to the school for a full semester, to find out more about living in what's being called a war zone. Tell Me More host Michel Martin finds out what they learned.
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Former Social Security Boss On The Real Problem
Millions of Americans rely on social security for their livelihood. But the program is at the center of the government's debate over spending cuts — and it's facing its own financial troubles. Host Michel Martin speaks with Michael Astrue, former Social Security Commissioner, about his views on the program's biggest issues.
A Struggle For The Identity Of Puerto Rican Music
You can learn a lot about a culture by listening to its music. NPR producer Jasmine Garsd took a reporting trip to Puerto Rico recently. She found that the island's uncertain economic future not only affects day-to-day life, but also its music. Garsd shares some songs with host Michel Martin.
Want To Be In The Dark? Death Valley Is Among 20 Recommended Places
It's now the largest park in the world to be given the International Dark-Sky Association's top honor. Skies there "offer views close to what could be seen before the rise of cities." We've got the list of 19 other places the association cites.
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Hospitals Clamp Down On Early Elective Births
Pressure on doctors and hospitals to reduce the rate of early elective deliveries appears to be working. A detailed look at hospitals across the country finds births before 39 weeks are on the decline.
Failure To Ratify: During Amendment Battles, Some States Opt To Watch
Mississippi got lots of attention this week for finally having ratified the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery. But many states have taken decades to join the rest of the country when it comes to amending the Constitution. And some have withheld approval to this day.
Existing Home Sales Rise Again; 'Seller's Market Is Developing,' Realtors Say
Sales were up more than 9 percent from a year ago. Realtors report that across much of the nation, would-be buyers are beginning to outpace the supply of homes.
More Antioxidants In Your Diet May Not Mean Better Health
Antioxidants in foods may have health benefits, but it's not one size fits all. Having a diet high in overall antioxidant levels didn't prevent stroke and dementia in one recent study, although eating more vitamin C and E specifically did seem to help.
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In A Swirl Of Humanity, A Chance Encounter With A Saint
India's Kumbh Mela festival is considered the largest religious gathering in the world, and it can be completely disorienting for an outsider. An NPR reporter found an expert guide.
In A Swirl Of Humanity, A Chance Encounter With A Saint
India's Kumbh Mela festival is considered the largest religious gathering in the world, and it can be completely disorienting for an outsider. An NPR reporter found an expert guide.





















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