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Petraeus: U.S. Making Progress in 'Complex' War | [
"The U.S. Army general in charge of the Iraq war says that it is \"the most complex and challenging\" he has ever seen. But, speaking to reporters at the Pentagon, Gen. David Petraeus said that U.S. forces are making progress. He also said that conditions in Iraq may get worse before they get better. The general b... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen. Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today? And here are more early headlines: Long Island Utility Chief Quitting Over Superstorm Sandy Response. (Newsday) Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi To Ann... | npr | {
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Longtime Sports Broadcaster Pat Summerall Dies At 82 | [
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"Good morning, here are some of the early headlines we're watching: Trayvon Martin Death: Video Shows No Signs Of Zimmerman's Injuries. Court Takes Health Care Case Behind Closed Doors. (AP) Arab Leaders Gather For Meeting On Syria. (New York Times) Colorado Governor Stops Prescribed Burns After Wildfire. (AP) New ... | npr | {
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'Wynne's War,' A Modern Take On The Classic 'Mideastern' | [
"<em>Wynne's War</em> is part western, part war novel. NPR's Scott Simon talks with author Aaron Gwyn about the book that follows a U.S. Special Forces unit on horseback through Afghanistan."
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"Stories: 1) Allison Pearson's 'Love' Letter To Keith Partridge 2) A Twisty, Brutal 'Drive' For A Level-Headed Hero"
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Garry Wills: "What Paul Meant" | [
"Forum in conversation with historian Garry Wills about the New Testament writings of Saint Paul."
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"Stories: 1) Jacob Weisberg, Chronicling 'The Bush Tragedy' 2) Sean Michael Flynn, 'From Ground Zero to Baghdad'"
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Challenges Facing Young Black Men | [
"Leaders of this past weekend's Millions More Movement march urged action to tackle challenges facing young black men in America, including a rise in high school dropouts and incarceration. Two experts discuss the challenges and potential solutions: Nathan McCall, professor of journalism and African-American studie... | [
"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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Can Musicians Rely On Viral Videos? | [
"If there's one thing I've noticed about the production of music videos over the past decade, it's the new artistic directions that performers are leaning toward with each and every effort. Many musicians appear to be moving away from the typical \"band playing instruments to prove to fans that they can play instru... | [
"We look at the origins of three new media giants: Before They Ruled The World, They Were Grad Students; The Very Long Road to Very Short Messages; and Turning Nerds with Webcams Into Stars (Who Are Still Nerds With Webcams)."
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Summary Judgment: New Movies | [
"In this week's roundup of what critics are saying about Hollywood's new releases from online magazine <em>Slate</em>, we'll hear about <em>Hairspray</em>, <em>I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry</em> and <em>Sunshine</em>."
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"San Diego County Sues to Overturn Legal Marijuana. High School Exit Exam Settlement. End Music."
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Foreign Policy: GOP Blocking The New Start Treaty | [
"Josh Rogin covers national security and foreign policy and writes the daily Web column The Cable. With all of the uncertainty surrounding the makeup of Congress following the Nov. 2 midterm elections, the Obama administration is pushing for a debate and vote on the New START nuclear reductions treaty before the m... | [
"Stem Cell Group Considers Research Grant Applications. Court Blocks New Sex Offender Law Pending Review. Nation's Latino Voters Leaned Democratic. End Music."
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One 'Cash Cow' That Classical | [
"One \"cash cow\" that classical record labels have milked since the early days of recordings is to release collections of popular songs sung by opera singers. From a recording of songs by George Gershwin, bass Samuel Ramey sings \"Nice Work if You Can Get It,\" \"Embraceable You,\" and \" \"They All Laughed.\" He'... | [
"Mudslide Watch. Citizenship Backlog. End Music."
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Sen. Murphy Weighs In On Confirmation Hearings For DeVos And Price | [
"Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut about hearings for Betsy DeVos, Trump's pick for education secretary, and Tom Price, Trump's pick to lead Health and Human Services."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Bible As Official State Book? Tennessee's Governor Vetoes Bill. -- Obama Administration Issues New Rules For Offshore Drilling. And here are more early headlines: House GOP Squabbles, Will Miss Deadline To Pass Budget. (Washington Post) Deadly Earthquake Strikes Souther... | npr | {
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Los Angeles Schools Plan To Test Students And Employees For The Coronavirus | [
"The Los Angeles Unified School District announced plans for periodic coronavirus testing of students and employees to research the coronavirus and determine whether school reopenings are safe."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Iowa 'Fetal Heartbeat' Bill To Ban Abortions After 6 Weeks Poised For Passage. -- 2 Trials Set For Cardinal Pell On Sex Abuse Charges. -- Doctor: Trump Dictated Letter Attesting To His 'Extraordinary' Health. -- Nearly 200 Arrested As May Day Rally In Paris Turns Violen... | npr | {
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Authorities: Fort Hood's Shooter's Mental Health Not 'Precipitating Factor' | [
"The mental health of the alleged Fort Hood shooter was \"not the direct precipitating factor,\" Lt. Gen. Mark Milley said during a televised press conference on Friday. An \"escalating argument in his unit\" may have led Spc. Iván López, who was being treated for depression and evaluated for post-traumatic stress ... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Actress Angelina Jolie Shares Story Of Her Double Mastectomy. -- Russian Security Service Claims To Have Uncovered CIA Agent. -- Afghan Taxes Weigh Heavily On U.S. Contractors, Report Says. -- Book News: Amazon Debuts Its Virtual Currency. Other stories of the morning: -- \"IR... | npr | {
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Amid Criticism, Conservative Blogger Resigns From 'The Washington Post' | [
"Dave Weigel, a blogger for The Washington Post, whose job is -- or was, rather -- to take readers \"inside the conservative movement and the Republican Party,\" tendered his resignation today, Fishbowl DC, a Washington media blog, reports, and Politico confirms. Yesterday, he offered an apology for a series of com... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Cry For Help Led To Freedom For Missing Women In Cleveland. -- Many Offers, But No OK's For Burial Of Boston Bombing Suspect. And here are more early headlines: Limo Passenger Contradicts Driver's Story In Burning Car Disaster. (USA Today) Defense Secretary Hagel 'Outra... | npr | {
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Tradition, Secrecy Hide Sumo's Violent Underbelly | [
"Young men training as professional sumo wrestlers in Japan face long days of brutal matches against fighters who are older, larger and stronger. As in any contact sport, injury and ice packs are part of the game. But after wrestler Takishi Saiti died during training last year, the sport's governing body and its m... | [
"Stories: 1) Putting Puppies Behind Bars (For A Good Cause) 2) Forensic Vet Helps Prevent Animal Cruelty 3) Rescuing Katrina's Four-Legged Victims"
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Broad City and High School Required Reading | [
"This week on Pop Culture Happy Hour, NPR Monkey See's Linda Holmes, Glen Weldon, Stephen Thompson, and Margaret H. Willison discuss the offbeat Comedy Central show Broad City. Then they'll talk about high school required reading lists: the books they had to read, the books they wanted to read, and what it all mean... | [
"Stories: 1) Denis Leary, the Renaissance Man of 'Rescue Me' 2) One Ring to Rule Them: 'Ice Cream' Songs Hit Big"
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Armed Services Committee To Hold Hearing On Arlington National Cemetery | [
"Last week, we covered the release of a report by the Inspector General of the Army, detailing a host of problems at Arlington National Cemetery, from fraud to wrongly marked graves. Today, Rep. Ike Skelton, the chair of the House Armed Services Committee, announced plans to hold a hearing on the report, on Wednesd... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Acting FBI Boss To Take Comey's Place At Senate Intel Hearing. -- Workers Take Jefferson Davis Statue Off Its Pedestal In New Orleans. -- Ex-Massey Energy CEO Completes 1-Year Federal Criminal Sentence. -- Dissident Rebels In Colombia Ignore Peace Treaty And Continue Ex... | npr | {
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Linda Is Writing About Facebook Updates | [
"I like this little piece in The New York Times about Facebook updates. Virginia Heffernan is right about the brightness with which people express detail at times. Some of my friends post very creative status updates, and they are, indeed, little bursts of great writing. But what was really curious to me was the ex... | [
"May the Task Force Be With You; Mask Marketing; What's the Buzz?"
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Steele Meets Challengers For GOP Chairmanship | [
"Michael Steele's re-election as Republican National Committee chairman has been challenged by four rivals, and all five met in a debate Monday at the National Press Club."
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"News Headlines: Feb. 13, 2007 Talk About It:AP: Sharpton: Don't Seat Fla., Mich. -- \"Seating delegates from Florida and Michigan at the Democratic National Convention would be a grave injustice, the Rev. Al Sharpton said Wednesday in a break with prominent civil rights leaders. NAACP chairman Julian Bond also wro... | npr | {
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Even A Small Meal For A Doctor Can Tip The Balance For A Brand-Name Drug | [
"Evidence is mounting that doctors who receive as little as one meal from a drug company tend to prescribe more expensive, brand-name medications for common ailments than those who don't. A study published online Monday by JAMA Internal Medicine found significant evidence that doctors who received meals tied to spe... | [
"Stories: 1) 'Brain Bugs': Cognitive Flaws That 'Shape Our Lives' 2) What It Means To Be 'Always On' A Smartphone 3) 'Turn Of Mind': The Haunted House Is In Your Head"
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David Henry Hwang: Honesty and Identity | [
"David Henry Hwang is the author of several award-winning plays, from 1980's FOB (or \"Fresh Off the Boat\") to M. Butterfly. For our series Scenes I Wish I'd Written, Hwang discusses an exchange from Tony Kushner's play Angels in America. The play -- subtitled A Gay Fantasia on National Themes -- mesmerized audien... | [
"Stories: 1) The 'Big Fan' Team: Patton Oswalt, Robert Siegel 2) The Subhumans' Timeless Hardcore Punk"
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Federal Reserve Meets Amid Wild Swings In Markets | [
"The Federal Reserve is meeting today amid concerns about some wild swings in stocks in China and around the world in recent weeks. The Fed in December raised interest rates for the first time in nearly a decade, and some are concerned that may have been a mistake. This week, we’re expected to hear more about... | [
"Good morning. The top story so far, as we've been reporting, is that authorities in Yemen say U.S.-born anti-American al-Qaida cleric Anwar al-Awlaki is dead. We'll keep following that story as it develops. Other top stories: -- \"Obama Administration Widens Challenges To State Immigration Laws.\" (The Washington... | npr | {
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National Story Project | [
"Paul Auster returns with the latest installment of The National Story Project. He presents two about dreams."
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"The Re-Structuring of Comair, Field Notes: Crystal Clear Science, Essencha Tea House, Isabella Moon, Focus on Technology"
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War Correspondent Nicholas Proffitt | [
"Nicholas Proffitt, who covered the Vietnam War for <em>Newsweek</em> magazine and wrote the book <em>Gardens of Stone</em>, died Nov. 10 at age 63. <em>Gardens of Stone</em> was later made into a film directed by Francis Ford Coppola. <em>This interview originally aired on May 25, 1987</em>."
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"Stories: 1) Garry Kasparov, Carefully Planning His Next Moves 2) 'Gone Baby Gone' Star Casey Affleck"
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Choose Health Coverage Like An Economist | [
"If you want to eat well, find out where the chefs go after they clock out. If you're wondering how to deal with a health problem, ask your doctor what she'd do for her mom. And if you're puzzling over which insurance plan to pick, take a look at how some health economists size them up. Clever journalist Dinah Wise... | [
"State Finances in the Black at $3.1 Billion. More Californians Traveling Abroad for Essential Surgeries. End Music."
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San Cisco: An 'Awkward' Upstart From Down Under | [
"Getting San Cisco to the U.S. airwaves was a serendipitous event. Early in the summer of 2012, The Current's local-music producer (Jon Schober) was watching the YouTube video for Metronomy's \"The Look,\" and saw San Cisco's video for \"Awkward\" pop up as a recommended follow-up. The charming song, with its back-... | [
"Stories: 1) Timberlake On 'N Sync, Acting And Bringing Sexy Back 2) Sarah Blasko: An Intimate Voice, An Inventive Sound 3) If A TV Show Turns 50 And No One Notices..."
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The Year In Garage Rock: 5 Favorites For 2011 | [
"Garage rock has undergone a serious rejuvenation in recent memory. Over the last few years, bands like The Black Keys and Best Coast have surfaced in the mainstream, and as a result, garage-rock artists that might have gone unnoticed less than a decade ago are now landing major attention (see: Thee Oh Sees and... | [
"Stories: 1) When 10 Won't Do: David Edelstein's Top 13 Films 2) In Case You Missed It: Events And Trends Of 2009 3) Ken Tucker's Top 10 Recordings Of 2009"
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Life in War: Journalist's Assignment in Iraq Ends | [
"The first thing I saw in Iraq? An American soldier lounging in a plastic lawn chair. He was manning a checkpoint on the Iraqi Jordanian border. I was speeding past in a Chevy Suburban, trying to get to Baghdad as soon as I could. It was just after the invasion, and this was the golden era — or at least that's ... | [
"Stories: 1) A Journalist's Interrogation, Imprisonment in Sudan 2) Waco Brothers, 'Live and Kicking' in Chicago"
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Authorities Will Not File Charges Against Football Player In Saggy Pants Saga | [
"Deshon Marman, the 20-year-old college football player who was kicked off a plane and arrested in San Francisco for his sagging pants, will face no charges related to the incident. The San Francisco Chronicle reports: ... In a statement today, San Mateo County District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe said no charges wou... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: As Midwest Slides And Shovels, Mid-Atlantic Prepares For 'Snowquester'. At The Vatican, 'No Rush' To Set Conclave; And Fake Bishop Tries To Get In. And here are more early headlines: Senate Panel Expected To Vote On Brennan's CIA Nomination. (Politico) North Korea Warns It... | npr | {
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Songwriter, producer, and Instrumentalist of the alternative band Magnetic Fields, STEPHIN MER... | [
"Songwriter, producer, and Instrumentalist of the alternative band Magnetic Fields, STEPHIN MERRITT. The group has produced 6 albums. Their newest Is the three-CD \"69 Love Songs,\" (Merge) which Is a genre blending collection of love songs like\"Underwear\" and \"If You don't Cry.\" This album topped our rock crit... | [
"2: Singer/Songwriter TISH HINOJOSA (Eena-hoosa). Terry talks with her from Austin, Texas, where HINOJOSA's performing in the South by Southwest Music Festival. HINOJOSA's latest album is \"Culture Swing,\" (Rounder Records)."
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China Hosts African Nations at Beijing Forum | [
"Beijing is hosting a China-Africa forum. The guest list includes over 40 African heads of state. The forum highlights a debate on whether China offers African nations a model for development, or if Beijing is practicing neo-colonialism."
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"Stories: 1) 'Wondrous Life' Explores Multinationality 2) March on the Pentagon, 40 Years Later 3) 'Chicha' Music Expands out of Peru"
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'Accidental Landlords' Fill Rental Market | [
"Homeowners who can't sell in a stagnant market may consider renting out their homes, at least for the short run. A Wall Street Journal study finds that nearly one in five landlords did not intend to rent when they bought their properties. Fortunately for them, rents are now on the rise. STEVE INSKEEP, host: Sales... | [
"Stories: 1) Is Wall Street At Fault For Mortgage Meltdown? 2) Economy's Woes Mean Housing Crisis For Pets, Too"
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Barr Brothers, 'Beggar In The Morning' | [
"Some people build model airplanes or knit scarves in their spare time. Others, like artist Stephan Bircher, prefer to tinker with road-kill bones. It sounds gross, but Bircher's art is sort of like Tim Burton's or Guillermo del Toro's, combining whimsy with the dark and macabre to create something that's both play... | [
"This week on All Songs Considered, hosts Bob Boilen and Robin Hilton are joined by some familiar friends from the NPR Music team, who share their latest musical finds. 1. Surfer Blood: \"Demon Dance\" from 'Pythons' 2. Miyazaki: \"Torrents\" from 'Color Of Glass' 3. Leven Signs: \"Prague Spring\" from 'Hemp Is Her... | npr | {
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The Democratic Nomination Is Now In View For Joe Biden — And 5 Other Takeaways | [
"Updated at 11:24 a.m. ET It was another big night for Joe Biden. The former vice president won a set of resounding victories over Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Tuesday, most notably in Michigan, which Sanders won four years ago. Barring something catastrophic for Biden, the results now put him on a path to being ... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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How The Texas Church Shooter Was Able To Purchase A Gun | [
"Devin Patrick Kelley was charged with domestic violence while serving in the Air Force. He was sentenced to confinement for a year. Authorities are now investigating if he could legally buy a gun."
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"Happy Friday! We're looking at these stories this morning: Economy Slowed Further In Second Quarter. Derecho, the Sequel: Storm Roars Over Pennsylvania And New York. In London, The Games Are Afoot. Activists Report Heavy Fighting In Aleppo, Syria's Largest City. (VOA) Chinese Woman Accused Of Poisoning British Ma... | npr | {
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New Yorkers Face First Gas Rationing Since 1970s | [
"With long gas lines persisting more than a week after Superstorm Sandy, New York imposed a gasoline rationing plan Thursday that lets motorists fill up every other day. Police will be at gas stations Friday morning to enforce the new system in New York City and on Long Island"
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Supreme Court Puts White House's Carbon Pollution Limits On Hold. -- South Korea Shutting Down Joint Industrial Park In North Korea. And here are more early headlines: Fed Chair Yellen To Discuss Economy On Capitol Hill. (AP) Senate Wrangles Over Criminal Justice Reform... | npr | {
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Najaf Aims To Be The 'Capital' Of Iraq's South | [
"The southern Iraqi city of Najaf is the center of the Shiite Muslim faith — the sect's equivalent of the Vatican. About a million pilgrims from Iraq and abroad go to Najaf every year to worship in its gold-domed shrine or to bury their dead in the world's largest Muslim cemetery. The Shiite sect's key clerics and... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen. Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today? And here are more early headlines: Long Island Utility Chief Quitting Over Superstorm Sandy Response. (Newsday) Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi To Ann... | npr | {
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Pakistan's High Court Ousts Prime Minister Sharif In Panama Papers Fallout | [
"A ruling by Pakistan's Supreme Court has disqualified Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif from office, ending his tenure in dramatic fashion after a corruption scandal that stemmed from his family's financial dealings. In a unanimous decision, the court said that Sharif \"is not honest ... and therefore he is disqualified... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen. Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today? And here are more early headlines: Long Island Utility Chief Quitting Over Superstorm Sandy Response. (Newsday) Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi To Ann... | npr | {
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The Radio Prague Symphony | [
"The Radio Prague Symphony Orchestra, Chorus and soloists, conducted by Tomas Koutnik (TOH-mahsh KOOT-nik), with organist Marie Sestakova (SHES-tah-koh-vah), perform the Motet in D \"Gloria Deo\" by 18th-century Czech composer Karel Blazej Kopriva (KAH-rel BLAHZH-yay KOHPR-zhee-vah). Recorded in concert at Dvorak H... | [
"More Music From Angel Fire: From an August 29 concert, an ensemble of 19 musicians performs the Serenade for Strings by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. (Total Arts Gallery of Taos Recordings)"
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Tests Will Tell If Indonesian Terrorist Suspect Is Dead | [
"Indonesian police say they are awaiting DNA tests to determine whether a man killed Saturday in a gun battle with police is in fact Southeast Asia's most wanted man. Noordin Muhammad Top is blamed for a string of bombings since 2002, including last month's hotel attacks in Jakarta. Dead or alive, authorities say ... | [
"Good morning, we're looking at these stories today: Assad Names New Prime Minister, Fighting Continues In Aleppo. Done In a Day: China Wraps Up Murder Trial Of Once-Prominent Politician's Wife. Gunmen Attack Egyptian Police Station In Sinai; Follows Militant Attack On Egyptian Border Post. (UPI) George Zimmerman T... | npr | {
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A $112,000 White Truffle?! At Auction, Philly Embraces Fungi Mania | [
"Bowtie-bedecked auctioneer Samuel Freeman was faced with the unusual task of convincing a crowd to buy something he admits he knows nothing about: the Tartufo Bianco d'Alba, or Alba White Truffle. \"I've never auctioned food before,\" Freeman says, \"and I'd never even eaten a truffle until two days ago.\" Apparen... | [
"When I woke up this morning and saw the headline Give Chickpeas A Chance, I knew the time had come to salute one of my favorite NPR.org oddities: the food-pun headline. Now, some food headlines are simply great in their own rights, and I just enjoy saying them over and over and over again -- Demystifying The Quin... | npr | {
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Invoking 'Castle Doctrine,' Mont. Man Pleads Not Guilty In Teen's Death | [
"Montana resident Markus Kaarma pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges of murdering a German exchange student last month. Kaarma shot the 17-year-old while the student was trespassing in his garage. The case has attracted international scrutiny to the contentious debate over how far Americans may go when defending... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Actress Angelina Jolie Shares Story Of Her Double Mastectomy. -- Russian Security Service Claims To Have Uncovered CIA Agent. -- Afghan Taxes Weigh Heavily On U.S. Contractors, Report Says. -- Book News: Amazon Debuts Its Virtual Currency. Other stories of the morning: -- \"IR... | npr | {
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Masters: Brits Vs. Yanks; Woods Is Strong | [
"By Tom Goldman They call it \"moving day\" at a golf tournament. Saturday, the day before the final round, golfers jockey for position on the leader board to, they hope, set themselves up for a good showing on Sunday. As Moving Day begins at the Masters, the top of the leader board features a Brits vs. Yanks showd... | [
"Stories: 1) Showdown On The Green: When Tiger Met Rocco 2) The Journeyman Golfer Who Took On Tiger 3) Cannes film festival"
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Pope Draws Thousands to Mass | [
"Pope Benedict XVI celebrated mass at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. Thursday morning. More than 46,000 people attended. MADELEINE BRAND, host: From the studios of NPR West, this is Day to Day. I'm Madeleine Brand. ALEX CHADWICK, host: I'm Alex Chadwick. Coming up, a look at last night's Democratic debate. ... | [
"Good afternoon - here are a few stories we're watching today. Wikileaks' Assange Demands U.S. Cease 'Witch Hunt'. Uniformed Afghan Kills NATO Servicemember; 3 NATO Troops Die In Roadside Bombing. (AP) It's Eid-Al-Fitr - Worldwide Festival Marks End Of Islamic Holy Month Of Ramadan. (VOA) Syrian President Assad Mak... | npr | {
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Defining a Moment in History | [
"So many Americans say this is a decisive moment in our political history. But what about other endeavors? From military history to science and culture, how do we know what's really historic -- and what's not? We discuss how to define the moment. Guests: Victor Davis Hanson, military historian, senior fellow at th... | [
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The Politics Of Raising The Minimum Wage | [
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U.S., Allies Optimistic Gadhafi's 'Days Are Numbered' | [
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"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- 'Path To Citizenship' Part Of Senators' Bipartisan Immigration Plan -- Brazilian Nightclub Disaster: Toxic Smoke, Barriers Blamed For Horrible Toll -- In Egypt: Protests Continue, Opposition Balks At Talks With Morsi -- French And Malian Forces Take Airport In Timbuktu; Islami... | npr | {
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Bowled Over by KFC's Latest Offering | [
"You've probably seen The KFC Famous Bowl advertised. It blends mashed potatoes, corn, chicken and gravy. Is it just another fast-food item or a window into the mind -- and gut -- of the American eater?"
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"Good Friday morning, here are our early headlines: Kerry Warns North Korea, But Holds Out Hope For Diplomacy. Dodgers' $147 Million Ace Greinke Breaks Collarbone In Brawl. And here are more early headlines: Deadly Spring Storm Exits Midwest, Heads South. (AP) Authorities Intercept Suspicious Package Addressed To... | npr | {
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Remembering Kobe Bryant — And The Shadow On His Legacy | [
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Massive Digital Heist Allegedly Hits Bitcoin Market | [
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Yolanda King: 'Open My Eyes, Open My Soul' | [
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"Stories: 1) 'The Gospel of Judas and the Shaping of Christianity' 2) 'How Doctors Think' 3) \"The Other Side of You\""
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Woman Returns To Her Slave Cabin Childhood Home In The Smithsonian | [
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"Stories: 1) Reporter Explores America's Unique Take on Justice 2) Growing Up In a Surfer Family, Wipeouts and All"
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Double Take 'Toons: Mercury Jumps Way Past 93 | [
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State Of The Union Will Tout Progress, But Is The Economy Fixed? | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Is Oculus Rift's $600 Price Too High For Virtual Reality To Succeed? | [
"When I met up with Palmer Luckey this week at CES, the consumer electronics show in Las Vegas, the founder of virtual reality company Oculus VR had some explaining to do. Oculus had just announced the price of its highly anticipated consumer model of the virtual reality headset Rift: $599. It sparked outrage from ... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: After Chávez: His 'Revolution' Is Likely To Continue. Storm Brings Season's Heaviest Snowfall To Midwest, Mid-Atlantic. And here are more early headlines: Brennan's CIA Nomination On 'Fast Track'; Vote May Come As Early As Thursday. (AP) Finally! Last Cardinal Expected Soo... | npr | {
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Hear: Godzillions On Parade | [
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"The Alf Files, Naked Faces, and Hunky Homers."
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Poet Laureate: 'Poetry's Always A Kind Of Faith' | [
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"Stories: 1) Can We 'Cool The Planet' Through Geoengineering? 2) Sam Newsome: A Soprano Sax 'Soliloquy' 3) Poet Robert Hass: An Elegy For His Younger Brother"
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Ask Amy… to Marry You, and 'Trash the Dress' | [
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"Korva reads three quotes from the weeks news: Does Another One Bite The Dust?, Liar, Liar ... Pants On Fire, and Thank You Siri, May I Have Another."
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20 Years After 'Speak,' Laurie Halse Anderson Tells Her Own Story In 'Shout' | [
"For every sexual assault survivor who speaks out, Laurie Halse Anderson knows there many others remaining silent. \"If there was a way for every victim of sexual violence to come forward on one day, I think the world would stop spinning for a day,\" she says. It's been 20 years since Anderson's groundbreaking nove... | [
"Stories: 1) How Birth Control And Abortion Became Politicized 2) Life Without Plot In 'Leaving The Atocha Station' 3) 'Four The Record,' Lambert Comes To Terms With Herself"
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Muslim Worshippers Targeted In Latest London Terror Attack | [
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"Good morning - here are some of the leading headlines we're following today: 'Picture Perfect Launch' For Private Rocket Headed To Space Station. Deal Reached On Probe Of Iran's Nuclear Program, IAEA Chief Says. Memorial Walk, Moment Of Silence Planned For Joplin On First Anniversary Of Devastating Tornado. (Jopli... | npr | {
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High Schools Seek A Safer Path Back From Concussion | [
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"Stem Cell Group Considers Research Grant Applications. Court Blocks New Sex Offender Law Pending Review. Nation's Latino Voters Leaned Democratic. End Music."
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Week In Politics: Immigration Reform, Calif. Budget | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Watching for the Next Pandemic | [
"As a deadly strain of bird flu continues to circulate in Asia, public health officials are on the watch for any signs of mutation. Three times in the past century, bird influenzas have spread to people, causing millions of deaths. The next global flu pandemic will probably start with birds as well."
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"Carl reads three quotes from the week's news: The Never-ending Story, Presidential Promises, and Protecting the Passer."
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Why Politicians Rely On Sports Arenas | [
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"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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Could Trump Make A Comeback In 2024? | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Bill Clinton In The Era Of #MeToo | [
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Digital Generations: High-Speed Withdrawal | [
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Biden Makes New Pledge For U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A 50% Cut | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- NTSB: Amtrak Washington Train Doing 80 MPH In 30 MPH Zone. -- U.S. Says North Korea 'Directly Responsible' For 'WannaCry' Ransomware Attack. -- CHARTS: See How Much Of GOP Tax Cuts Will Go To The Middle Class. And here are more early headlines: GOP Tax Bill Goes To Hous... | npr | {
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Manhattan Gets A New Monument — To A (Fake) Octopus Attack | [
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"Brett Favre announced yesterday that he will continue playing. But only for one more year. And if you believe that, then you also must believe that the following events will also occur, as they appear to be far more likely than his actual retirement -- as we noted in a post that ran one year ago yesterday. 1. Yale... | npr | {
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WHO Calls Typhoon's Medical Challenges 'Monumental' | [
"Images of the swath of devastation wrought by Typhoon Haiyan in the central Philippines are reminiscent of the tsunami's aftermath a decade ago in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. And indeed, the World Health Organization grades the great typhoon of 2013 as a category 3 disaster — its most severe category. \"The scale [of t... | [
"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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French Election Turns on National Identity | [
"As France's presidential election approaches, Conservative and Socialist candidates put forth ideas about what it means to be French. But making national identity a central issue has implications for the debate over immigration policy."
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Will Fact Checks Always Be Ignored By Politicians? | [
"Just because there's more fact checking, doesn't mean there's more truth telling. Given this, David Carr of The New York Times declared that journalistic efforts to set the record straight during \"the most fact-checked [presidential] election in history\" didn't work. \"Both campaigns seemed to live a life beyond... | [
"From gobbling down nightmarish deep-fried whatevers at state fairs to sucking up to donors, the life of a national politician is full of humbling experiences. But few components of the modern political routine were stranger, more incongruous, or more embarrassing than the Political MySpace Page. With MySpace on th... | npr | {
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To Cut Kids' TV Time, Parents Need To Impose Limits Consistently | [
"It's a constant struggle with kids. You know they shouldn't watch so much TV, but how do you unglue them from the screen? A recent study suggests that setting limits on screen time and being consistent about them can make a difference. There's plenty of room for improvement. A study published in the July issue of... | [
"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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Chechen Rebel Leader Slain, Russia Says | [
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"Good morning, we're looking at these stories today: As Fighting Rages In Damascus, Survival Of Assad's Regime Is In Doubt. Video May Show Suicide Bomber Who Attacked Bus In Bulgaria. Former Egyptian Vice President And Intelligence Chief Omar Suleiman Dies In U.S. (Reuters) Ramadan Starts At Sundown, Muslims Begin ... | npr | {
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NPR Bestsellers: Week Of September 13, 2012 | [
"The lists are compiled from weekly surveys of close to 500 independent bookstores nationwide."
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A Tribute to New Orleans | [
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New Year, New Technology: The Gadgets of '08 | [
"Technology historians might file 2007 as the \"Year of the iPhone\" or the \"Year of Vista\" — but what will 2008 bring? Tom Merritt, a technology journalist from CNET, weighs in with top technology predictions for the coming year, from the rise of Google to a turn toward online television. Guest: Tom Merritt, exe... | [
"May the Task Force Be With You; Mask Marketing; What's the Buzz?"
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Summer Travel Season Expected To Heat Up | [
"AAA predicts that more Americans will travel this Memorial Day weekend than any other since the start of the Great Recession. Those who do may find higher air fares but gas prices have leveled off."
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Viacom CEO Out As Redstone Family Reasserts Control | [
"Sumner Redstone and his daughter Shari reasserted their control of Viacom Thursday night, resolving a crisis gripping the media conglomerate by arranging the departure of their renegade executive chairman, president and CEO Philippe Dauman in exchange for a $72 million payout. The Redstones' holding company, Natio... | [
"Good afternoon. Sorry for being late in our daily roundup. Here's what has been happening so far today: -- Search For Missing Jet Focuses On Objects Seen Off Australia -- Ukrainian Troops' Departure From Crimea Isn't A Simple Matter -- U.S. Adds To Sanctions On Russian Officials -- Westboro Baptist Church Founder ... | npr | {
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The Marketplace Report: Poverty in the U.S. | [
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3 Separated Children Were Sexually Abused At Shelters, El Salvador Says | [
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"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Actress Angelina Jolie Shares Story Of Her Double Mastectomy. -- Russian Security Service Claims To Have Uncovered CIA Agent. -- Afghan Taxes Weigh Heavily On U.S. Contractors, Report Says. -- Book News: Amazon Debuts Its Virtual Currency. Other stories of the morning: -- \"IR... | npr | {
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Tesla Motors Banks On IPO Raising Capital | [
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China Eases One Child Policy, What's Next? | [
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German Telecom Company Chooses Huawei To Start 5G Network Project | [
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Mystery Surrounds Israeli Strike in Syria | [
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"Good morning - here are our early stories: Obama, Romney Trade Jokes; Critics Aim At Obama's 'Optimal' Comment. Malala Stands For First Time Since Being Shot By Taliban, Doctors Say. And these headlines: Ill. Rep. Joe Walsh Says Abortions Not Needed To Save Women's Lives. (Politico) Syrian Jets Drop Cluster Bombs ... | npr | {
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Documents Reveal Second Person Of Interest In Las Vegas Shooting | [
"This week, when a district court in Las Vegas unsealed nearly 300 pages of police affidavits, the name of a second person of interest in the mass shooting that left 58 people dead was blacked out. But because of an error, the documents released to The Las Vegas Review-Journal included name of an Arizona man named ... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- As Yellen Exits As Fed Chair, Interest Rates Are Expected To Remain Steady. -- Russian Spy Chief Reportedly Met With U.S. Intelligence Officials Despite Sanctions. -- 'Science Guy' Attends State Of The Union Address, And Some Scientists Aren't Happy. -- Trump Signs Orde... | npr | {
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Thousands Protest in Beirut as Lebanese Leader Buried | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- As Deadline Passes, The Fate Of ISIS Hostages Is Uncertain. -- South Africa Grants Parole To Notorious Apartheid-Era Death Squad Leader. And here are more early headlines: U.S. Lawmakers Introduce Bill Protecting LGBT Rights Worldwide. (Reuters) Idaho Lawmakers Reject L... | npr | {
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Red Garland: 'A Garland of Red' | [
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'Crash' Director Paul Haggis, Actor Brendan Fraser | [
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Bloggers Roundtable: Presidential Politics | [
"After the surprise results of Tuesday's New Hampshire primary, there's still no single major front-runner from either party. But former Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney has announced she'll seek the presidency as a member of the Green Party. Plus, BET has a big awards show coming up. Will there be big protes... | [
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World's Shortest Business Brief: The Smoffice | [
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Instructor Teaches Students To 'Learn To Program Or Be Programmed' In Brazil | [
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Rep. Markey Faults BP Along The Way | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Biden-Harris Team Briefed On Cyber Breaches To Government Networks | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Relief Effort In Puerto Rico Drags, Fuel Shortages Are Monumental. -- As Scrutiny Of Social Networks Grows, Influence Attacks Continue In Real Time. -- California Moves Up 2020 Primary Elections To March. -- Volcano Threat At Pacific Island Triggers Mass Evacuation. -- ... | npr | {
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Where Polling Went Wrong In The 2020 Presidential Election | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Trump Meets 3 Americans Held In North Korea As They Return To U.S. -- Scientists Warn That Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Could Erupt 'Ballistic Rocks'. -- Dam Collapse Leaves At Least 20 Dead In Kenya. -- In Election Upset, Malaysia's Mahathir Returns To Power After A Quarte... | npr | {
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Best Of 2018: Jon Batiste, Band Leader For Colbert's 'Late Show' | [
"Batiste, the music director for 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' sits at the piano and demonstrates his \"everything in the pot\" style of playing. He tells Terry Gross about his influences — from Thelonious Monk to Bach. Batiste's latest album is 'Hollywood Africans.'"
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"Stories: 1) Seth Meyers On 'SNL' And Campaign Comedy 2) Tina Fey's Gubernatorial Turn 3) Stephen Colbert On 'The Greatest Gift Of All' 4) The Ethereal, Ambient Sound Of 'Hearts Of Space'"
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Tunisians Sure Young Democracy Will Lure Tourists | [
"The popular uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt are affecting the tourism industries in both countries. Tunisia, which succeeded in overthrowing its dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali three weeks ago, is assessing the damage. With its sandy beaches and Roman ruins, Tunisia ranks among the world's top 40 tourist destinati... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: After Chávez: His 'Revolution' Is Likely To Continue. Storm Brings Season's Heaviest Snowfall To Midwest, Mid-Atlantic. And here are more early headlines: Brennan's CIA Nomination On 'Fast Track'; Vote May Come As Early As Thursday. (AP) Finally! Last Cardinal Expected Soo... | npr | {
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Close To Home: A Conversation About Beyoncé's 'Lemonade' | [
"A Beyoncé album release is now a communal experience. Who among us (and if you're here reading this, you're one of us) made it through this weekend without a conversation, typed or yelled, about her intent, her intonation, her read, her past, her bat, Serena, Tina, Etta, Warsan, Pipilotti, Zendaya? Whether you lov... | [
"Stories: 1) How Birth Control And Abortion Became Politicized 2) Life Without Plot In 'Leaving The Atocha Station' 3) 'Four The Record,' Lambert Comes To Terms With Herself"
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Receding Sea Ice Helps Storm Hammer Alaska's Coast | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- EgyptAir Plane Hijacker Arrested In Cyprus. -- Atlanta Businesses Again Lead Push Against Social Conservatives. And here are more early headlines: Pakistan Arrests Hundreds Of People After Deadly Bombing. (Deutsche Welle) Utah Will Require Anesthesia For Abortions After... | npr | {
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Dress Code Incites Violence Against Gays? | [
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"Good morning - here are our early stories: Obama, Romney Trade Jokes; Critics Aim At Obama's 'Optimal' Comment. Malala Stands For First Time Since Being Shot By Taliban, Doctors Say. And these headlines: Ill. Rep. Joe Walsh Says Abortions Not Needed To Save Women's Lives. (Politico) Syrian Jets Drop Cluster Bombs ... | npr | {
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Double Take 'Toons: Fight For The Right? | [
"According to a Washington Post/ABC News poll, Mitt Romney is having more trouble appealing to \"very conservative\" Americans. Joe Heller thinks it might be because of competition for the demographic, while Gary Varvel (with an assist from Lennon and McCartney) wonders if Republicans might start looking here, ther... | [
"Stories: 1) Denis Leary, the Renaissance Man of 'Rescue Me' 2) One Ring to Rule Them: 'Ice Cream' Songs Hit Big"
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