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Fashion Week's Latest Trend? Plus-Size Models | [
"The semiannual New York Fashion Week now under way gives us a glimpse of what will be stylish during the next season. And along with the event comes the en vogue discussion of the models' sizes. Women who are a size zero — and double zero — are still a common sight on the runway. But some fashion spreads of late... | [
"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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Replay: Zen and the Art... | [
"<em>What follows is based on actual occurrences. However, it should in no way be associated with that great body of factual information relating to orthodox Zen Buddhist practice. It's not very factual on motorcycles, either.</em> -- Robert M. Pirsig, in the introduction to <em>Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Main... | [
"The Re-Structuring of Comair, Field Notes: Crystal Clear Science, Essencha Tea House, Isabella Moon, Focus on Technology"
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Caterpillar Of Land And Stream Discovered | [
"Reporting in the <em>Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences,</em> entomologist Daniel Rubinoff describes 12 new species of caterpillar (<em>Hyposmocoma</em>). These Hawaiian moth larvae are the first insects shown to be able to live for weeks underwater or in bone-dry conditions."
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SCOTUS Blocks Louisiana Abortion Law: Latest In Nationwide Legal Challenges | [
"With Meghna Chakrabarti From fetal heartbeat bills to procedures later in pregnancy, we’ll look at the rising legal battles around abortion. Guests Anna North, senior reporter for Vox covering legal action on abortion. (@annanorthtweets) Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL-Pro-Choice America. (@ilyseh) Rachel Silberst... | [
"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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Protests Turn Deadly In Greece | [
"Tens of thousands of outraged Greeks took to the streets on Wednesday to protest harsh new spending cuts aimed at saving their country from bankruptcy. Workers walked off the job in a 24-hour nationwide general strike, which later turned deadly."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Russia Retaliates For Sanctions Approval, Hitting At U.S. Diplomatic Corps. -- Pakistan's High Court Ousts Prime Minister Sharif In Panama Papers Fallout. -- Gov. John Hickenlooper On Democrats' Plans For Health Care. And here are more early stories: Trump To Discuss Ga... | npr | {
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Fifty Years Of 'Farmer John': A Hit That Opened The Door For Chicano Rock | [
"In the summer of 1964, Beatlemania was sweeping the United States, young men were burning their draft cards and race riots were raging in cities across the country — and wrapped up in all of it was the biggest hit of the summer in Los Angeles. The Premiers' \"Farmer John\" was a jangly party pop hit, with a simple... | [
"Stories: 1) 'Inside' A Backup Singer's Journey To Center Stage 2) The Lyrics And Legacy Of Stephen Foster 3) A Rich Satire About Street Art, Or Is It A Hoax?"
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International Violin Competition | [
"International Violin Competition of Indianapolis semifinalist Judith Ingolfssonand pianist Ronald Satt perform the Violin Sonata No. 1 by Gabriel Faure. Recorded in the competition's semifinal round Sunday at the Indiana RepertoryTheatre in Indianapolis. (Planting Ground Recordings)"
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"Stories: 1) How High Court Could Change If Stevens Retires 2) Hilary Hahn: Violin And Voices Entwined In Bach"
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Next President To Face Challenges On Nuclear Weapons | [
"The presidential campaign has gone nuclear. A hacked recording of a Hillary Clinton fundraiser reveals her questioning a program putting nuclear warheads on cruise missiles. A question about the nuclear triad seemed to stump Donald Trump. And a very expensive nuclear stockpile modernization plan awaits whoever win... | [
"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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Carter Tanton Sings Covers, Subway-Style | [
"Sometimes I walk into the KEXP studio, introduce myself to the musician or band, and wait for the song to end on my show before introducing the artist to the radio audience. But from the second they start playing, all time stops, and I find myself experiencing one of those magical moments when a passionate live pe... | [
"Stories: 1) The 'Big Fan' Team: Patton Oswalt, Robert Siegel 2) The Subhumans' Timeless Hardcore Punk"
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Not Getting Enough Sleep? Camping In February Might Help | [
"It's tempting to keep the computer running late and promise yourself an extra 30 minutes of bed rest in the morning. It's tempting to do it again the next night, too. But sleep inevitably loses out to getting up early for school or work. There's a simple way to combat this: End all artificial lights at night for a... | [
"Stories: 1) How 'Italian Food' Became A Global Sensation 2) Cyro Baptista: Sounds From Everywhere, Evoking Home 3) How Western Diets Are Making The World Sick 4) 'We're Broke': Empty Bank Accounts, Empty Meaning?"
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Wells Fargo, Samsung And Volkswagen: Can A Good Name Be Restored? | [
"After last month's televised congressional hearings, Wells Fargo's top executive, John Stumpf, had become the face of the company's sham-accounts scandal. He retired Wednesday. Stumpf's downfall was the latest twist in a strange, yearlong tale about huge corporations taking their sterling reputations, tarnishing t... | [
"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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French Prisons Prove To Be Effective Incubators For Islamic Extremism | [
"Among the sweeping changes France is proposing in the aftermath of this month's terrorist attacks in Paris are new measures to fight Islamic radicalization in its prisons. It is an enormous problem brought into starker relief because two of the suspects in the attacks earlier this month were products of the French... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- No End In Sight As Government Shutdown Begins. -- Obama: 'Perpetual Cycle Of Brinksmanship ... Has To End.' -- In Talk Of Shutdown, A Familiar Feeling At The White House. And here are more early headlines: Despite Government Shutdown, Obamacare Opens Enrollment Today. (... | npr | {
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Obama's Acceptance Pledge: Fix 'Broken Politics' | [
"Sen. Barack Obama accepted the Democratic Party's presidential nomination Thursday with \"profound gratitude and great humility.\" The historic moment was witnessed by a packed football stadium in Denver and an audience of millions watching and listening at home. Speaking for some 45 minutes, Obama said his Repu... | [
"Stories: 1) Our Confusing Economy, Explained 2) Parsing Obama's 'National Conversation'"
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San Francisco Middle Schools Stop Teaching Algebra | [
"As Common Core standards take place in schools across the country, changes are being made to the current curriculum. In San Francisco, some parents are upset that according to the new standards, Algebra 1 will no longer be offered in middle school. Instead, students will have to wait until high school to take this... | [
"UC Regents Discuss Executive Pay. Ballot Measure to Crack Down on Sex Offenders. End Music."
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Mass. Health Care Reform Reveals Doctor Shortage | [
"Health care reform in Massachusetts has led to a dramatic increase in the number of people with health insurance. But there's an unintended consequence: A sudden demand for primary care doctors has outpaced the supply. Primary Care From The ER Kamela Christara appears at the triage window in the emergency room at... | [
"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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South Korea Says It Won't Pull Out Of Japan Intel-Sharing Pact — For Now | [
"South Korea has reversed its decision to scrap a military intelligence-sharing agreement with Japan, hours before the move was to become official at midnight Friday. South Korea had said in August that it would leave the pact, after Japan removed the country from its \"whitelist\" of favored trade partners. The el... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Iranian-American Is Reportedly Arrested At Tehran Airport. -- Doing More With Less: How The Mets Found Success In Youth, Discipline And Luck. And here are more early headlines: Senate Approves Budget Agreement, Sends Bill To President. (USA Today) Armed Suspect Sought I... | npr | {
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A Sibling Olympiad, Without The Athleticism | [
"What would the Olympics look like if they were carried out not by the best exemplars of athletic prowess that the world has to offer, but rather by pudgy 30-somethings playing skee-ball and having underwater breath-holding contests? Pretty pathetic, of course — but combine the self-serious grandeur of Olympics cov... | [
"Good Friday morning - here are some of the stories we're looking at. Like It Or Not, It's Facebook's Day On Wall Street. Greek Debt And Spanish Banks Downgraded, Asian And European Stocks Wobble On Euro Fears. (Reuters) Obama Administration Nominates Ambassador To Myanmar, Inches Toward Normalizing Relations. (Wal... | npr | {
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Confirmed: Benazir Bhutto Is Dead | [
"This just crossed from Reuters: Benazir Bhutto is dead. We'll fill this in as we learn more. Bhutto had been seriously injured in a suicide bombing today in Pakistan. A report from 8:23 this morning said at least 20 people had been killed. Now it appears the former prime minister of Pakistan, who returned from e... | [
"Stories: 1) Ahmed Rashid: Pakistan's Longtime Correspondent 2) 'Popeye' on DVD: It's Strong to the Finich"
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Announcing Our 2016 Tiny Desk Contest | [
"Have you ever watched a Tiny Desk Concert and thought, \"Hey, I want to do that!?\" Well, now's your chance to play behind my desk here at NPR. That's right: We're bringing NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest back for a second year. Here's what you do. Make a new video of an original song behind a desk of your choosing... | [
"Stories: 1) Rainn Wilson, From 'Office' Drone To 'Rocker' Star 2) 'Parallel Play': Summer Pop From Canadian Mainstays 3) Three Authors On Surviving Tough Times"
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L.A. Street Gangs Join Forces for Hip-Hop CD | [
"Members of the Bloods and Crips street gangs in Los Angeles put aside their feuding, at least temporarily, to represent their L.A. neighborhoods on a new CD and DVD. It's still gangsta rap -- filled with violent and sexist imagery -- but gang members say the project is proof they can profit by getting along. ALEX ... | [
"L.A. Gang Violence Spurs Politicians to Action. Central Valley Farmers Put Their Faith in Hail Cannons."
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'From the Belly of Abraham' | [
"Tom Moon reviews a recording of jazz music that is unusual collaboration between Muslims and Jews. The Jewish musicians of the band Hasidic New Wave have are now playing music with a troupe of Muslim drummers from Senegal. The CD project called <EM>From The Belly of Abraham: Adventures of the Afro-Semitic Diaspora... | [
"Stories: 1) 'Headmaster' Has Still Got Plenty of Soul 2) Sarah Johns' 'Big Love in a Small Town'"
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Friends Keep Promise to Fallen Ohio Soldier | [
"Keith Nepsa, 21, of New Philadelphia, Ohio, was killed by a roadside bomb last weekend in Iraq. Three of his best friends are now restoring Nepsa's 1985 Camaro, because his goal was to drive it down the street just once when he got back. They plan to drive it in his funeral procession. Amanda Robbins of member sta... | [
"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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Rep. Van Hollen: Alan Gross' Release A 'Miraculous' Moment | [
"Melissa Block talks to Democratic Congressman Chris Van Hollen of Maryland about the release of Alan Gross. Van Hollen is one of the lawmakers who flew to Cuba to bring Gross back to the U.S."
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"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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A Few Of Michael York's Star-Studded Memories | [
"The classically-trained British actor Michael York has had a dazzling film, stage and television career, from Shakespeare to Austin Powers to <em>The Simpsons</em>. Guest host Jacki Lyden speaks with York about his long and distinguished acting career."
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"Stories: 1) Barbara Lea: Remembering A Versatile Cabaret Singer 2) 'Extremely Loud' And Incredibly Manipulative 3) Tina Fey On Life, Motherhood, Writing And Comedy 4) This Weekend, Some New Shows (And Old Favorites)"
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Wives of Political Candidates | [
"We'll explore the use, misuse, over and under use of candidates' wives on the campaign trail.<br /><br />Guest:<br /><br /> <STRONG> Ann Gerhart</STRONG><br /> *Author of <EM> The Perfect Wife: The Life and Choices of Laura Bush</EM><br /> *Reporter for <EM>The Washington Post</EM> Style section who covers poli... | [
"Stories: 1) From Cannes, a Cinematic After-Action Report 2) In Iraq, Activist Struggles as Women's Rights Shrink"
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Today In Politics: Nunes' Judgment Under Fire; Changes To Climate Change Rules | [
"NPR’s Ron Elving (@NPRrelving) joins Here & Now‘s Jeremy Hobson to discuss the mounting pressure for House Intelligence Committee chairman Devin Nunes to step away from his committee’s Russia investigation. Also, they talk about what President Trump hopes to accomplish with an executive order he&... | [
"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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A Look At Kamala Harris' Career As A U.S. Senator | [
"Kamala Harris has been a senator for nearly four years before becoming Joe Biden's VP pick. She doesn't have a long list of passed legislation, but she's known for aggressive questioning of witnesses."
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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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Parents Of Captured Journalist Call For Her Release | [
"On April 5, Clare Gillis, a freelance reporter, was detained along with two other Western journalists by Libyan government forces near Brega in eastern Libya. Gillis was last seen in a Tripoli detention center two weeks ago. Michele Norris talks with Robert and Jane Gillis, Clare's parents, who have been publicly ... | [
"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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Evangelical Christians in China Arrested | [
"Host Renee Montagne talks to Tom O'Byrne, China correspondent for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, about the arrest of evangelical Christians in China. 130 church members were seized Wednesday and are detained at a jail in central China. Three American citizens have since been released."
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"News Headlines: Sept. 21, 2007 The Times Picayune: Jena Protest Reminiscent of Civil Rights Era Demonstrations -- \"Hailing from as far as England, protesters arrived at sunrise by the busload to rally behind the Jena Six, as the accused teens have come to be known, in a legal case that has drawn worldwide attenti... | npr | {
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As Elections Near, Iraqi PM's Support Wanes In South | [
"In Iraq, the political campaign is in full swing ahead of parliamentary elections scheduled for March 7. Nowhere is the battle fiercer than in the country's southern Shiite heartland, where the leaders of the two main parties vying for power have been campaigning. One of those leaders, Prime Minister Nouri al-Mal... | [
"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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U.S. Bombs Blunt Islamic State In Iraq, But Haven't Forced Retreat | [
"In northern Iraq, U.S. airstrikes have been taking place for more than a month, yet the self-declared Islamic State still controls nearly a third of the country and hasn't been forced out of any major strongholds. In the Kurdish areas of northern Iraq, the pro-American authorities say they need more air power whil... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Strong Quake Hits Near Iran-Iraq Border, Killing More Than 200. -- Human Rights Barely Registers In Meeting Between Trump, Philippines' Duterte. -- Is A Corporate Tax Cut What The Economy Really Needs Right Now? -- Mueller Russia Probe Moves Into The White House And G... | npr | {
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Open Thread: Does Parenting Equal Depression? | [
"On the show today, we heard from a researcher who told us most parents report being happier when they go grocery shopping than when they spend time with their kids. \"We don't have family-friendly policies,\" says Robin Simon, a sociologist at Florida State University. \"We don't allow people, I believe, as a soci... | [
"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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Eco-Chef Reconnects With Local Food | [
"Bryant Terry is a young chef and author committed to local urban food systems. The eco-chef and food justice advocate is co-author of Grub: Ideas for an Urban Organic Kitchen and the forthcoming Vegan Soul Kitchen. He talks about reconnecting with local food and the cooking traditions of the South."
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Keira Knightley, Guinness And A Giant Tank Of Water | [
"It's nice to think that those underwater scenes in Atonement were filmed on the site of a lovely English manor. Or that the fiery scene in Elizabeth: The Golden Age, in which horses and seamen are jettisoned into the Thames, was shot along the famous river. The reality, though, is a lot less romantic. Those scenes... | [
"Stories: 1) To Become A 'Black Swan,' Portman Had To Go Dark 2) Actor Vincent Cassel: A Good Guy Who Plays Villains"
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Retailers, Shoppers Cautious This Holiday Season | [
"Host Andrea Seabrook heads to the mall in Annapolis, Md., to see how shoppers and retailers are preparing for the holiday season. The word on the street? Caution."
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"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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How 'A World Without Email' Could Increase Productivity, Happiness At Work | [
"Cal Newport‘s new book lays out the problems with the way workplaces create what he calls a hyperactive hive mind — rapidly communicating, responding and sharing information. This way of working creates information overload and reduces productivity because it creates constant interruption, the computer scien... | [
"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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Yeltsin Throws In Hat | [
"NPR's Anne Garrels reports from Moscow that Boris Yeltsin has announced he wants to continue as the Russian president. Yeltsin has apparently decided to run for re-election in June despite poor health and low ratings in opinion polls."
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"It's Friday, and here are some of the stories we're watching: Egypt's 'Smooth Military Coup' Protested. Last Suspect In 1995 Sarin Attack Arrested In Tokyo. Forest Boy Is A Hoax, Police Say. Prosecutors Rest Their Case In Sandusky Sex Assaults Trial. (Philadelphia Inquirer) Britain Proposes Expanding Individual Da... | npr | {
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A Different Kind Of Pride: Perspectives On 50 Years Of Celebration, Part 6 | [
"2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the first Pride march, in recognition of the Stonewall uprising of 1969. Since then, Pride has evolved: from that small commemoration to community gatherings in progressive enclaves like New York and San Francisco to corporate-sponsored parades and ticketed events across all 50 s... | [
"Stories: 1) Michael Beschloss: Critical Moments, Critical Choices 2) Lesbian Activist, Pioneering Journalist Del Martin 3) 'Trouble The Water' Captures Katrina On Camcorder"
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Ralph Nader's Candidacy | [
"Consumer advocate Ralph Nader will run for president in the 2004 election. Nader, who ran on the Green Party ticket in 2000, plans to run as an independent. <br /><br /> Guests:<br /><br /> <STRONG> Pat Buchanan</STRONG><br /> *Editor, <EM> The American Conservative</EM> magazine<br /> *Presidential candidate ... | [
"Bill Kurtis reads three quotes from the week's news...Crank Caller; Tremendous History Month; The Hairball Group"
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Senate Committee Releases 'Torture Report' | [
"Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, who is chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, is making public a long-delayed report about harsh interrogation techniques that were used on al-Qaida terrorism suspects after the 9/11 attacks. The report concludes that the techniques were harsher and more widely used than p... | [
"Lethal Injection On Trial. Greenhouse Gas Bill To Be Signed as Legal Fights Continue. End Music."
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Senate Bill Requires Women To Register For The Draft | [
"The U.S. Senate passed a defense bill this week that would require women to register for the draft. This comes after the military opened up combat positions to women, but it has sparked a backlash from some conservative lawmakers and interest groups. NPR’s Phil Ewing talks with Here & Now‘s Robin Young... | [
"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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Polluters Required To Pay For Greenhouse Gases | [
"On Sept. 25, several Eastern states will make history by holding an auction. They're selling allowances to emit greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. If you're a big power company in those states, you'll have to buy an allowance for every ton of gas that goes up your smokestack. It's a big step toward a carbon... | [
"State to Impose New Emissions Rules for Small Engines. Solar Initiative Launches January 1. End Music."
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How Did North Korea Get Nuclear Weapons? | [
"In an interview with The American Prospect, White House strategist Steve Bannon said “there’s no military solution” to North Korea’s growing nuclear weapons program. Going against President Trump’s threat of “fire and fury,” Bannon suggested Trump should tone down the brin... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Trump Is Less Convinced About Russian Hacking Than His Intelligence Chiefs Are. -- Who Would Enjoy Tax Breaks Under The GOP Health Care Proposals? -- Sinai Attack: Bombs And Militants Kill Or Injure 26 Soldiers, Egypt Says. And here are more early headlines: U.S. Bomber... | npr | {
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Iraqis: U.S. Contractors Block Refugee Applications | [
"A new U.S. law lets Iraqi employees who have risked their lives working for U.S. firms apply for refugee status in the United States. Some Iraqis tell NPR that U.S. contractors in Iraq reject requests for employment verification. In order to become eligible for the refugee program, companies must issue a letter to... | [
"Post-9/11 Border Security Strains U.S.-Mexico Relations. Farmers Seek Relief for Summer's Heat Damage to Crops. End Music."
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Cuba's New Mantra: Viva Private Business | [
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Ace Accordion Players Compete | [
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Tech Stock Rally Stalls | [
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Introducing UltraViolet: Buy Your Digital Movie Once, Play It Anywhere? | [
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What Right Do Muralists Have To The Buildings They Paint On? | [
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Roundtable: Clinton Expected to Endorse Obama | [
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Fresh Air Weekend: Jason Isbell, 'Cuckoo's Calling,' 'Orange Is The New Black' | [
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Earned Income Credit | [
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Taking A Pregnant Pause On Swine Flu Vaccine | [
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"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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As Tariffs Target Manufacturing, China's Services Sector Surges | [
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Lawmakers Reach Deal on New Fuel Efficiency Bid | [
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Session Americana On Mountain Stage | [
"Session Americana makes its first appearance on Mountain Stage, recorded live in Beckley, W.Va. Hailing from the Boston-area town of Somerville, Mass., Session Americana is a rotating cast of characters built around the core quartet of musicians Ry Cavanaugh, Billy Beard, Dinty Child and Jim Fitting. Describing it... | [
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National Museum Home To Black Heroes And Foes | [
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"Stories: 1) The Fascinating World Of The Dung Beetle 2) Westbound Records: The Sounds Of Detroit"
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Scientists Explain Puppy Dog Eyes | [
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Green House Projects Let Elders Age In Homes | [
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New Orleans Plan Envisions Few Limits on Rebuilding | [
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Reading The Tea Leaves: Cuba's Communists Convene | [
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"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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It's A Summer Sequel Spectacular With 'Dragon' And 'Jump Street' | [
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"Stories: 1) Remembering James Bond Film Composer John Barry 2) The People Behind Pixar's 'Toy Story 3' 3) 'Kaboom': Innuendo, With A Graphic-Novel Punch"
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MTV Promotes Asian Pop Music in U.S. | [
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Top Stories: Trump To Meet Mexican President; Brazil Impeachment Vote | [
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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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Understanding The Latest In Iran-Saudi Tensions | [
"NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Iran expert Ali Vaez about the view from Tehran on the recent airstrikes in Saudi Arabia that have left the kingdom's oil production crippled. Iran denies involvement."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Attack On University In Pakistan Kills At Least 20. -- Fire At Dubai High-Rise Tower Is Blamed On Electrical Issue In Spotlight. And here are more early headlines: Coast Guard Suspends Search Off Hawaii For Missing Marines. (KHON-TV) Portland Demonstrators Tell Armed Gr... | npr | {
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'Shop Talk': Rangel Reckons With Judgment, Palin Considers Presidency | [
"In this installment of Tell Me More's weekly segment \"The Barbershop,\" host Michel Martin talks with author Jimi Izrael, civil rights attorney Arsalan Iftikhar, Republican strategist Marcus Skelton, and Ken Rudin, NPR's political editor. They discuss Rep. Charles Rangel (D-N.Y.), who faces censure for financial ... | [
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In Confirmation Hearing, Tillerson Faces Questions About Russia, More | [
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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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Judge Extends Congress' Time To OK Indian Tribes Pact | [
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From The Bridgehampton Chamber | [
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Renée Fleming: 'The Inner Voice' | [
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Tensions Rise Between Tillerson And Trump As The Threat Of War In N. Korea Looms | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Among La. Flood Victims, 'Depression Levels Are Really High'. -- Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake In Central Italy Reportedly Kills Dozens. And here are more early headlines: Turkey Sends Tanks, Fighter Jets Into Northern Syria. (BBC) Biden Visiting Turkey As Anti-ISIS Offensiv... | npr | {
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What Happened Today: Drug Maker Reports Early Success In Vaccine Trial | [
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Congress Probes U.S. Efforts to Sway Iraq Media | [
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The Birth of the Computer Virus | [
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Hats Off To Women Who Saved The Birds | [
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"Stories: 1) Paul Greenberg: The Future Of 'Wild Fish' 2) Two Ladies: Are You Team Bella, Or Team Lisbeth? 3) Seventeen Years Later, The Blue Shadows Reach U.S."
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The Good News (And Not So Good News) About China's Smoggy Air | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Turkey's President Is Granted Broad New Powers By Referendum Voters. -- More Than 1,000 Palestinians In Israeli Prisons Go On Hunger Strike. -- Bridal Couple Removed From United Airlines Flight Without Incident. And here are more early headlines: Japan Planning For Pote... | npr | {
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Morning News Brief: James Comey Tells His Side, British Election Maneuver Fails | [
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Singer and songwriter CAROLE KING | [
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Experiments That Keep Going And Going And Going | [
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Volunteers Aid in Recovering Iraqi Artifacts | [
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'All I Wanted for Christmas' | [
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Retired Detroit Firefighters Battle Cancer And Medicals Bills | [
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AP Report: GOP Shaped Redistricting To Its Advantage | [
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Louis Armstrong: 'The Singer' | [
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"Stories: 1) 'Headmaster' Has Still Got Plenty of Soul 2) Sarah Johns' 'Big Love in a Small Town'"
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Sulzberger Ushered 'New York Times' Into New Era | [
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Tuesday's Primaries Underscore That The GOP Is Trump's Party Now | [
"Updated at 9:41 a.m. ET on Wednesday Results from Tuesday's primaries underscored one major theme – it's Donald Trump's Republican Party now. \"The Republican Party has moved from the country club to the country,\" former Virginia Rep. Tom Davis, who ran the committee charged with electing Republicans to the Hou... | [
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Nikolai Glushkov, Russian Exile Linked To A Putin Critic, Dies In London | [
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The Final Chapter Of A Tale Of Books, Love And Mystery In Minneapolis | [
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"Stories: 1) 'Inside' A Backup Singer's Journey To Center Stage 2) The Lyrics And Legacy Of Stephen Foster 3) A Rich Satire About Street Art, Or Is It A Hoax?"
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Biden Administration Considers Whether To Continue Trump's Hard Line Against Huawei | [
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First Lady Visits Quake-Ravaged Haiti | [
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Prepare For Outbreaks Like New York's In Other States, Warns Anthony Fauci | [
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Game Over For Nintendo? Not If Mario And Zelda Fans Keep Playing | [
"Some analysts say that Nintendo's days are numbered. Holiday sales of its new console, the Wii U, have been lackluster compared to Microsoft's Xbox One and Sony's PlayStation 4. But since Nintendo still offers some of the most popular game franchises, the love of Zelda and Mario may keep the company going for a lo... | [
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Crime Novelist Dennis Lehane | [
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Democrats Position For 'Soul' Of The Party In Massachusetts 7th District | [
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Myanmar And Bangladesh Agree To 2-Year Timeframe For Rohingya Return | [
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Among La. Flood Victims, 'Depression Levels Are Really High'. -- Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake In Central Italy Reportedly Kills Dozens. And here are more early headlines: Turkey Sends Tanks, Fighter Jets Into Northern Syria. (BBC) Biden Visiting Turkey As Anti-ISIS Offensiv... | npr | {
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Starbucks Stores To Close For An Afternoon Of Racial-Bias Education | [
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Petraeus Says U.S. Targeted Taliban; Bush Defends 'Enhanced' Interrogation | [
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Creator Of Psychopathy Test Worries About Its Use | [
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"Stories: 1) Our Digital Lives, Monitored By A Hidden 'Numerati' 2) Michael Cera, Making The Perfect 'Playlist' 3) Newman Reflects On An Acting (And Active) Life"
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Weird Wire Find: Can You Spot The Best Protesters? | [
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