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- Arnold Palmer, 'The King' of Golf, Dies at 87 September 26, 2016
  Palmer helped make golf more than just an elite country club pursuit, fighting a rivalry with Jack Nicklaus that thrilled fans for three decades.
- For Trump-Clinton Debate, The Biggest Rules Are Secret September 25, 2016
  In a curious tradition in general election debates, the candidates' top strategists negotiate written rules and keep them a closely guarded secret.
- Policy Gap: Clinton Brings Details, Trump Broad Vision to Debate September 25, 2016
  Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are running very different campaigns in terms of policy proposals.
- Everything You Need to Know Ahead of the First Debate September 26, 2016
  The first of three presidential debates between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump begins Monday 9 p.m. Your questions answered and full coverage here.
- By the Numbers: Do Debates Impact Election Outcomes? September 25, 2016
  The presidential debates are generally considered the last big opportunity to move voters before the election. But do they really have an impact?
- 10 Presidential Debates That Actually Made an Impact September 25, 2016
  The substance of what candidates say can overshadowed by superficial blunders or theatrical, scripted lines.
- A Full History of Trump's Changing Policy Positions September 7, 2016
  To understand and track Trump's views, we've compiled a list of his past and present positions on issues since he announced his candidacy.
- Marlins Ace Pitcher José Fernández Dies at 24 September 25, 2016
  Fernandez was 24. The Marlins added that their Sunday game against the Atlanta Braves has been canceled.
- Go Inside the New Museum of African-American History September 24, 2016
  NBC News' Lester Holt gives you a tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture with museum director Lonnie Bunch.
- Charlotte Shooting Video: A Side-By-Side Comparison of Keith Scott Fatal Encounter September 25, 2016
  A composite of the police dash cam, body cam and cellphone video shot by the widow of Keith Scott, who died after being shot by police in Charlotte.
Science News
- New Take on an Ancient Method Improves Way to Find Prime Numbers September 24, 2016
  The modified version of the sieve of Eratosthenes could accelerate computer calculations -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Matías Loewy
- Satellite Radar May Help Predict Human-Caused Earthquakes September 22, 2016
  Ground that deforms above wells where wastewater is injected could be a telltale sign of trouble to come -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Ryan F. Mandelbaum
- Who Cares about 5G Wireless?--You Will September 22, 2016
  The Internet of Things, streaming virtual reality and many other much-hyped technologies cannot exist without a complete rethinking of how mobile devices get online -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Elena Malykhina
- MacArthur "Genius" Grant Winner Battles Drug-Resistant Infections September 22, 2016
  Dianne Newman, who studies both geology and medicine, says she is a “pied piper” of microbes -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Dina Fine Maron
- U.N. Leaders Plead for Immediate Action against Superbugs September 21, 2016
  A United Nations meeting opens with a political agreement on antibiotic resistance -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Dina Fine Maron
- Obama Guidelines Aim to Get More Self-Driving Cars on the Road September 21, 2016
  The U.S. tries to pave the way for autonomous vehicle technology, without relegating safety to the backseat -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Larry Greenemeier
- Superbug Explosion Triggers U.N. General Assembly Meeting September 21, 2016
  Antibiotic resistance has grown so dire that it will be the subject of a dedicated global summit later this month -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Dina Fine Maron
- Stem Cell Advocates and Critics Push Back on FDA Guidelines September 21, 2016
  A lengthy public hearing this month may help decide thousands of patients’ health options -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Alexandra Ossola
- Stress Training for Cops' Brains Could Reduce Suspect Shootings September 20, 2016
  Police shot Terence Crutcher, an unarmed man, and police academies often do not prepare officers to make the right call -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Rachel Nuwer
- Chemicals Could Be Key in Investigating the New York and New Jersey Bombings September 19, 2016
  The weekend’s IED incidents are a reminder of ways that resourceful attackers can make their own weapons -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
  Larry Greenemeier
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- 'Rolling Stone' Sells Minority Share Of Magazine To Singapore Entrepreneur
  It's the first time Jann Wenner has allowed an outside investor to buy a part of the fabled magazine he founded in 1967.
- While Everyone Was Partying At Woodstock, I Was Stuck At Schrafft's
  The chain restaurant that catered to women helped redefine how Americans eat, according to a new book. For NPR's Lynn Neary, it also defined how she did and didn't fit with the counterculture.
- Want To Get To Know The Real France? Call A 'Random' French Person
  A tourist agency in France has established a hotline that connects callers to a random French volunteer. NPR's Oliver Dearden tested it out.
- Wells Fargo Case Prompts Questions Of Corporate Ethics Reform
  The bank's CEO appeared before a Senate banking committee this week to answer questions about fake accounts created by more than 5,000 of his employees. Scott Simon talks with consultant Dov Seidman.
- As Our Jobs Are Automated, Some Say We'll Need A Guaranteed Basic Income
  How will the economy provide economic opportunities if employers need fewer workers in the future? A growing number of people in Silicon Valley are saying the only realistic answer is a basic income.
- Episode 725: Trade Show
  On today's show: The fight over free trade. Come for the man who dreamed of world peace through trade. Stay for Robert Smith in the mean streets of Seattle.
- Fill It With Regular: AAA Finds Millions Of Drivers Waste Money On Premium Gas
  A study by AAA found 16.5 million Americans buy premium gas when their cars don't need it. Director of Automotive Engineering Greg Brannon says drivers waste money when they unnecessarily use premium.
- Candidates Want To Raise The Economic Tide To Lift Opportunity, But How?
  Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump talk about increasing opportunities for coming generations. Some analysts say boosting economic growth would help, but the way there is complicated.
- Racial Disparities In Wages Boil Down To Discrimination
  A new study found that a major reason for the gap in wages between black and white workers is what's left over after controlling for variables like education and experience.
- Dozens Of U.S., Canadian Tribes Unite Against Proposed Oil Pipelines
  At least 50 First Nations and tribes signed a treaty Thursday opposing tar sands expansion plans that they view as "a collective threat to our Nations."
- Yahoo Confirms Data From Millions Of Accounts Stolen In 2014
  Yahoo says at least 500 million accounts were hacked two years ago. The company revealed the data breach on Thursday, without saying whether it knew all along or just found out.
- Clinton, Trump Differ On How To Create Economic Opportunity In The U.S.
  Hillary Clinton tends to focus on the importance of education in creating opportunity. For Donald Trump, the emphasis is on cutting taxes and rewriting trade agreements.
- Harvard University Endowment Posts 2 Percent Loss On Investments
  The nation's largest university endowment is underperforming and faces challenges due to churning leadership and a questionable investment strategy.
- Yahoo Reveals Massive Data Breach; Internet Fixates On Fantasy Football
  Yahoo says 500 million user accounts may have been breached. Social media erupt in jokes.
- Amid A Business Boom, A Wealth Gap Between Races Leaves Some Struggling
  The growing gap between America's rich and poor plagues many cities, including Boston, where the economy is flourishing. But a legacy of racial discrimination has left a huge wealth divide.
World : NPR
- China Completes Largest Radio Telescope In The World
  China says the 500-hundred meter telescope detected a radio signal originating 1,351 light-years from Earth. One of its uses is scanning for signs of intelligent extraterrestrial life.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Meets With Clinton And Trump
  Trump affirmed his support for recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, a position that would reverse long-standing U.S. policy. Clinton committed to enforcing the nuclear deal with Iran.
- Aleppo Under The Most Intense Air Bombardment Since Syrian War Began, U.N. Says
  The U.N. Secretary-General said he was "appalled by the chilling military escalation," and that the bombing of densely populated urban areas may amount to war crimes.
- Russian Hackers Doxxed Me. What Should I Do About It?
  NPR's David Welna was recently hacked by a pro-Kremlin website when he applied for press credentials in Ukraine. He's hardly alone. But it's an issue the U.S. government is reluctant to discuss.
- A Harrowing, Mountain-Scaling Commute For Chinese Schoolkids
  To get to school, the children must trek as many as four hours up and down a 2,600-ft. mountainside, relying on rickety ladders. Their families see their education as a way out of poverty.
- After Aiding Injured Israelis, A Palestinian Is Targeted For Abuse
  When an Israeli family was ambushed in their car in the West Bank, two Palestinians came to their aid. One is paying a price now, seen as aiding the enemy.
- The American Diplomat Who Helped Bring An End To Colombia's War
  An American negotiator played a key role in helping Colombia end it's half-century war between the government and the FARC guerrillas. Here's how he did it.
- Want To Get To Know The Real France? Call A 'Random' French Person
  A tourist agency in France has established a hotline that connects callers to a random French volunteer. NPR's Oliver Dearden tested it out.
- PHOTOS: Dreamlike Pictures Of The Water The World Needs
  Photographer Mustafa Abdulaziz has spent four years documenting the world's water woes. His "Water Stories" are now on display by New York's East River.
- Did Russia Hack The NSA? Maybe Not
  When news broke last month the National Security Agency might have been hacked, suspicion fell on Russia. Now some analysts think an NSA insider might have been involved, wittingly or not.
- Finding Europe Untenable, More Migrants Return To Their Home Countries
  A report finds more than 30,000 migrants have voluntarily left Germany since January. The top three destinations were Albania, Afghanistan or Iraq.
- Syrian Regime Conducts Airstrikes In Effort To Reclaim Aleppo
  Warplanes blasted the rebel-held section of the Syrian city of Aleppo, marking a clear failure of Secretary of State John Kerry's efforts to resurrect a cease-fire. Syria declared plans to fully recapture the city.
- Syrian Airstrikes Target White Helmets Volunteer Group In Aleppo
  Syria is unleashing its air power on rebel-held Aleppo, saying it will reclaim all of the embattled city. A target of the air assault appears to be the White Helmets — the volunteer rescue group that works in the opposition area and has been talked about as a contender for the Nobel Peace Prize.
- What's The Prognosis For $3 Billion Zuckerberg Health Plan?
  The goal of curing all diseases "in our children's lifetime" sounds a lot like hype. But is it? It's the goal of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his pediatrician wife, Priscilla Chan.
- Dozens Of U.S., Canadian Tribes Unite Against Proposed Oil Pipelines
  At least 50 First Nations and tribes signed a treaty Thursday opposing tar sands expansion plans that they view as "a collective threat to our Nations."
Philosophy Bites
- Cecile Fabre on Remembrance September 20, 2016
  How should we remember and commemorate those who die in war? What about the enemy dead? Cecile Fabre discusses this issue with Nigel Warburton in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.
- Jesse Prinz on Thinking with Pictures August 1, 2016
  Many philosophers deny the common sense view that we think with pictures. Are they right to do so? Jesse Prinz doesn't think so. In this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast he explains to Nigel Warburton why we need to think again about thinking with pictures. This episode is part of the series Mind Bites, made in association with Nicholas Shea […]
- Kieran Setiya on the Mid-Life Crisis July 6, 2016
  The mid-life crisis is a well-observed phenomenon. Is there a philosophical angle on this? MIT philosopher Kieran Setiya thinks there is. He discusses it in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.
- Catherine Wilson on Epicureanism May 30, 2016
  Epicureanism has been caricatured as a philosophy of indulgence. But what did followers of the Ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus really believe? Catherine Wilson discusses Epicureanism with Nigel Warburton in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.
- Gregg Caruso on Freewill and Punishment April 26, 2016
  If determinism is true, can there be any justification for punishment? Gregg Caruso discusses this issue on Philosophy Bites.
- Greg Currie on the Philosophy of Film March 26, 2016
  This episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast focuses on several questions about representation and perception in the philosophy of film. Nigel Warburton talks to Greg Currie.
- Katherine Morris on Merleau-Ponty on the Body March 2, 2016
  Maurice Merleau-Ponty was one of the most interesting of the French phenomenological thinkers, but his reputation has been eclipsed by those of Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. Katherine Morris discusses some of Merleau-Ponty's ideas about the body in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.
- Michael Devitt on Experimental Semantics February 14, 2016
  Does the word 'Gödel' straightforwardly refer to the person who came up with the incompleteness theory of arithmetic? Some think the best way to find out to ask people about their intuitions on the topic? This creates all kinds of problems, as Michael Devitt explains in conversation with Nigel Warburton.
- Steven Hyman on Categorising Mental Disorders January 29, 2016
  Steven E. Hyman discusses the philosophical issues that arise from attempting to categorise mental disorders with David Edmonds in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast.
- Leif Wenar on Trade and Tyranny January 10, 2016
  Where does our oil come from? Does it matter? Leif Wenar, author of the recent book Blood Oil, argues that Western democracies are compromising themselves by buying either directly or indirectly from vicious tyrants.
Arts & Life : NPR
- Before 'Humans Of New York,' Studs Terkel Showed Dignity In Every People In 'Working'
  Iconic journalist Studs Terkel was creating a best-seller, when he interviewed people around the U.S. for his book Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do.
- 'Hidden Figures': How Black Women Did The Math That Put Men On The Moon
  Back in the days of the Space Race, "computers" were people — often women — who performed vital calculations. Hidden Figures tells the stories of the women who got some of the first men to space.
- Long Before Burning Man, Zozobra Brought Fire And Redemption To The Desert
  For decades, residents in Santa Fe, N.M., have gathered to burn a massive puppet — but only after stuffing it with symbols of their woes. It's a way to release the past year's sadness and start anew.
- Depicting Sexual Predators As Villains In Fiction Is Tricky
  Humbert Humbert, the main character in Lolita, is one of the most famous "sympathetic" villains in history. Today, a story from the point of view of a sexual predator might not get told in literature.
- 'Working' Then And Now: Studs Terkel's Book Interviews Resurface As Audio
  All this week on NPR, you'll hear the voices of people Studs Terkel interviewed in his book, Working. Among the interviews you'll hear this week are a telephone operator and hotel piano player.
- Lose Yourself In The Twisting, Turning Alleys Of 'Crooked Kingdom'
  Leigh Bardugo's followup to her steampunky heist tale Six of Crows follows teenage criminal mastermind Kaz and his ragged crew as they take revenge for a betrayal and deal with a dangerous drug.
- National Museum of African American History Opens Its Doors
  More than 100 years after it was originally proposed, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture is opening its doors in Washington, D.C.
- Not My Job: Jamie Lee Curtis Gets Quizzed On Unlikely Inventions
  In the late 1980s, Curtis filed a patent for a diaper/baby wipe combo, so we've invited her to play a game called "Eureka!" Three questions about inventors and their inventions.
- While Everyone Was Partying At Woodstock, I Was Stuck At Schrafft's
  The chain restaurant that catered to women helped redefine how Americans eat, according to a new book. For NPR's Lynn Neary, it also defined how she did and didn't fit with the counterculture.
- 'Let There Be Laughter': Modern Jewish Jokes Poke At Assimilation
  Michael Krasny's new book is called Let There Be Laughter. He tells NPR's Scott Simon about this treasury of great Jewish jokes, and why they matter.
- A Cartoonist Confronts The Power Of His Pen In 'Reputations'
  Juan Gabriel Vásquez's new novel centers on a respected and feared political cartoonist whose past comes back to haunt him after he receives a threatening letter. It's a powerful, concentrated work.
- Ugandan Actress's Journey Mirrors That Of Her 'Queen Of Katwe' Character
  Like her chess champion character, first-time film actress Madina Nalwanga grew up in a poor neighborhood in Uganda. She says co-star Lupita Nyong'o has been her guide to the world of moviemaking.
- 'Audrie & Daisy' Explores Social Media Shaming After Sexual Assaults
  NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to co-directors and husband and wife duo, Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk, about their documentary, Audrie & Daisy. The documentary addresses the sexual assault — and ensuing social media shaming — of two high school girls.
- It's Hard to Tell Who's Shooting Whom In 'The Magnificent Seven'
  Critic David Edelstein says that despite its irresistible plot, Antoine Fuqua's remake of the 1960 classic Western is ultimately "just another formula revenge picture."
- Mary Karr On Writing Memoirs: 'No Doubt I've Gotten A Million Things Wrong'
  Karr discusses the faults of memory, the challenges of writing about loved ones and the pain of deleting pages because "there was something untrue about them." Originally broadcast Sept. 15, 2015.
Opinion : NPR
- How Do I Find The Courage To Be My Own Guide?
  Dear Sugar Radio is a podcast offering "radical empathy" and advice for the lost, lonely and heartsick. Today the team talks about how to face fear.
- While Everyone Was Partying At Woodstock, I Was Stuck At Schrafft's
  The chain restaurant that catered to women helped redefine how Americans eat, according to a new book. For NPR's Lynn Neary, it also defined how she did and didn't fit with the counterculture.
- Week In Politics: Police Shootings, Upcoming Presidential Debate
  NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with our regular political commentators David Brooks of The New York Times and E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution. They discuss reaction to the police shooting in Charlotte, N.C., and look ahead to the presidential debate next week.
- Player Protests: When Athletes Stand Up (Or Kneel) For Social Justice Issues
  We're seeing something we did not witness a decade or two ago: Sports as a vehicle not just for making money, but for social change.
- Imagining A World Without Prisons For Communities Defined By Them
  The activist Marc Lamont Hill argues that America needs to end its prison system. With crime at all-time lows, he might sway people of color who've long called for harsher punishment for lawbreakers.
- The Long Goodbye: When To Be There For A Dying Parent
  Dear Sugar Radio is a podcast offering "radical empathy" and advice for the lost, lonely and heartsick. Today the team talks about how much someone should be in the life of a dying parent.
- Lupita Nyong'o, Who Designed Your Nigerian-Style Head Tie?
  The Oscar-winner got raves for the outfit she wore this past week. The gown was by Carolina Herrera. And the head tie? Pure Nigeria.
- How To Leave An Abusive Partner
  Dear Sugar Radio is a podcast offering "radical empathy" and advice for the lost, lonely and heartsick. Today they talk about how to leave a partner who is emotionally abusive.
- Now Play Nice, Children
  Back in the days of the Lincoln-Douglas debates, there was no moderator. What if we tried that kind of thing in this year's campaign?
- Week In Politics: Presidential Candidates Release Health Records
  NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with our regular political commentators, E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss the revival of the birther movement, the tightening presidential race, and the hype surrounding the release of candidates' health records.
- Tracking Election Coverage: August 28-September 10
  We're tracking NPR's election coverage for balance and best practices.
- It's Me Or The Cats: From Long-Distance To Contentious Coexistence
  Dear Sugar Radio is a podcast offering "radical empathy" and advice for the lost, lonely and heartsick. Today they hear from a woman dealing with a new source of conflict in her relationship: cats.
- A 'Whisper' Of News Creates A Commentary Brouhaha
  Listeners had concerns about anonymous sources in a Morning Edition commentary.
- Realizing Tupac Wasn't Cool, 20 Years Later
  I was probably 9 years old at the height of my obsession with Tupac's "Hail Mary." I didn't know what I was capable of then, but I was not to be trifled with.
- Don't Call It 'The New Ramen': Why Pho Is Central To Vietnamese Identity
  Pho has a rich role in Vietnamese, Vietnamese-American, and now, American culture. That's why a video featuring a white chef explaining how to eat pho as the next trendy food angered so many.
Economy : NPR
- Want To Get To Know The Real France? Call A 'Random' French Person
  A tourist agency in France has established a hotline that connects callers to a random French volunteer. NPR's Oliver Dearden tested it out.
- Wells Fargo Case Prompts Questions Of Corporate Ethics Reform
  The bank's CEO appeared before a Senate banking committee this week to answer questions about fake accounts created by more than 5,000 of his employees. Scott Simon talks with consultant Dov Seidman.
- As Our Jobs Are Automated, Some Say We'll Need A Guaranteed Basic Income
  How will the economy provide economic opportunities if employers need fewer workers in the future? A growing number of people in Silicon Valley are saying the only realistic answer is a basic income.
- Episode 725: Trade Show
  On today's show: The fight over free trade. Come for the man who dreamed of world peace through trade. Stay for Robert Smith in the mean streets of Seattle.
- Candidates Want To Raise The Economic Tide To Lift Opportunity, But How?
  Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump talk about increasing opportunities for coming generations. Some analysts say boosting economic growth would help, but the way there is complicated.
- Racial Disparities In Wages Boil Down To Discrimination
  A new study found that a major reason for the gap in wages between black and white workers is what's left over after controlling for variables like education and experience.
- As U.S. Economy Grows, Many Americans Struggle To Face Trade-Offs
  Many economists say stronger growth is a reliable path toward boosting opportunity. But they also agree that many Americans are not ready to face the trade-offs that come with a more dynamic economy.
- Clinton, Trump Differ On How To Create Economic Opportunity In The U.S.
  Hillary Clinton tends to focus on the importance of education in creating opportunity. For Donald Trump, the emphasis is on cutting taxes and rewriting trade agreements.
- Harvard University Endowment Posts 2 Percent Loss On Investments
  The nation's largest university endowment is underperforming and faces challenges due to churning leadership and a questionable investment strategy.
- Amid A Business Boom, A Wealth Gap Between Races Leaves Some Struggling
  The growing gap between America's rich and poor plagues many cities, including Boston, where the economy is flourishing. But a legacy of racial discrimination has left a huge wealth divide.
- A City Looks To STEM School To Lift Economy, But Will Grads Stay?
  What can a city in decline do to make a comeback? In Springfield, Ohio, a new school is trying to turn the tide. But local leaders say keeping young people from moving away is key to economic revival.
- Fed Keeps Benchmark Interest Rate, But Still Expects Increase
  Fed Chair Janet Yellen says that although job growth is rebounding, she sees no inflation threat and no hurry to raise rates. The Fed is not likely to do so before the presidential election.
- Springfield, Ohio, Launches Efforts To Restart Struggling Economy
  It's population has shrunk and many of its manufacturing jobs have also disappeared. The city is working hard on a turnaround plan, but young people are still more likely to leave than stay.
- Trump Says African-American Communities In 'Worst Shape' Ever; Data Disagree
  A look at major indicators suggests that while African-Americans lag behind the rest of the country in many key areas, they've also experienced steady economic and socioeconomic gains.
- No Free Rides: Voters Asked To Raise Taxes For Trains, Buses
  Ballot measures in more than 30 cities would raise $200 billion to expand rail and bus lines, build transit stations, and fix aging transit infrastructure. Some fear these could become boondoggles.
Law : NPR
- How 'Open Carry' Laws In North Carolina Apply To Keith Lamont Scott's Case
  Prof. Joseph Kennedy of the University of North Carolina School of Law explains how the state's open carry laws relate to the Keith Lamont Scott case playing out in Charlotte, NC.
- Who Hollywood Turns To When Untying The Knot
  When it's time to divorce, Hollywood celebs (like a certain Brad and Angelina) turn to the queen of breakup litigation, Laura Wasser. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Vanity Fair's Julie Miller.
- Barbershop: Police Shootings And Race Relations
  In the barbershop, contributors comment on the news making the rounds this week: Ron Christie, Arun Venugopal and Jolene Ivey, former representative of the Maryland House of Delegates, join the panel.
- In Charlotte, Recent Shooting Roils Police-Community Relations
  This week, police in Charlotte, N.C., shot and killed a black man. The shooting has spurred days of protests. Michel Martin speaks with Rev. William Barber II, president of the North Carolina NAACP.
- Charlotte Police Announce Plans To Release Footage Of Shooting
  Michel Martin speaks with reporter Nick de la Canal of member station WFAE in Charlotte, N.C., about what's happening in the city after police shot Keith Lamont Scott earlier this week.
- Amid Mounting Pressure, Charlotte Police Release Video Of Shooting
  The decision comes days after police killed Keith Lamont Scott in Charlotte, N.C. Both dashcam and body-cam footage of the shooting depict the confrontation — but neither is likely to quell doubts.
- Sinister 'Clowns' Are Scaring People In Multiple States
  This may be your worst nightmare: Reports are emerging from multiple states of alarming interactions with people in clown clothing.
- Wells Fargo Case Prompts Questions Of Corporate Ethics Reform
  The bank's CEO appeared before a Senate banking committee this week to answer questions about fake accounts created by more than 5,000 of his employees. Scott Simon talks with consultant Dov Seidman.
- 5 Killed In Shooting At A Washington State Mall; Manhunt Underway
  A shooter opened fire inside a Macy's at a shopping mall in Burlington, Washington on Friday evening. The suspect remains at large and the motive is not clear.
- Obama Vetoes Bill To Allow Sept. 11 Victims To Sue Saudi Government
  The president warned that the bill could undermine government actions to fight government-sponsored terrorism and threaten the immunity that protects many U.S. citizens, including military, overseas.
- Native Hawaiians Now Have A Pathway To Form A Government
  The Interior Department says Native Hawaiians can now choose whether to form a unified government, which could eventually enter into formal government-to-government relations with the U.S.
- Police Departments Pressured To Release Video Of Shootings
  NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with former police officer Seth Stoughton, now a professor at the University of South Carolina, about whether police departments should release videos of police shootings.
- Protesters Renew Calls To Release Police Video Of Charlotte, N.C. Shooting
  In Charlotte, N.C., there are renewed calls to release video that shows Tuesday's fatal shooting of a black man by police. The family of Keith Lamont Scott saw it for the first time and asked for it be shown publicly.
- Video Emerges From Scene Of Charlotte Police Shooting Of Keith Scott
  The scene plays out under bright sunlight, from a vantage point that's a short distance away from the confrontation between Keith Lamont Scott and Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers.
- As Emanuel Pitches More Help For Kids, Violence-Weary Chicagoans Expect Little
  Rahm Emanuel promises a "comprehensive solution" for the violence that's killed 500 this year, but neighborhood leaders say his administration is too damaged and his priorities too misplaced.
Religion : NPR
- Black Evangelical Amisho Baraka: Why I'm Not Voting For Trump Or Clinton
  Morning Edition's David Greene talks to Christian rapper Amisho Baraka, who says that as a black evangelical, he's not comfortable supporting either party's presidential candidate.
- In Indiana, The Last Remnants Of America's Free African-American Settlements
  Lyles Station has been a black-owned farming community since the 1800s. A small number still farm, and their story is told at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African-American History and Culture.
- Anti-Defamation League Steps Up Efforts To Combat Anti-Semitism Online
  The Anti-Defamation League is hiring a Silicon Valley representative to lead efforts to combat anti-Semitism and other hate speech online, says CEO Jonathan Greenblatt.
- Once Opposed To Maternal Health, Islamic Scholars Become Champions
  One Nigerian man saw a big problem in his community: too many women were dying in childbirth. So he turned to the region's Islamic leaders for help.
- What Does Trump's Promise Of A Nation 'Under One God' Really Mean?
  Trump is promising if he's elected, America will be "one people, under one God, saluting one flag." That worries some advocates for religious freedom.
- Trump's Vision: Uniting 'Under One God' Vs. Religious Freedom
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Green Tea

Thanks to John McNight for bringing this to my attention:

From the story:

A new academic study confirms that front groups with longstanding ties to the tobacco industry and the billionaire Koch brothers planned the formation of the Tea Party movement more than a decade before it exploded onto the U.S. political scene.

Far from a genuine grassroots uprising, this astroturf effort was curated by wealthy industrialists years in advance. Many of the anti-science operatives who defended cigarettes are currently deploying their tobacco-inspired playbook internationally to evade accountability for the fossil fuel industry’s role in driving climate disruption.

Who could have guessed that?

by R. Duane Graham on February 13, 2013 • Permalink

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Tagged Antiscience, astroturf, Front organization, Koch family, Tea Party movement, Tobacco industry

Posted by R. Duane Graham on February 13, 2013

https://duanegraham.wordpress.com/2013/02/13/green-tea/

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Jim Hight
/ February 13, 2013

The most evil Koch Brothers want to save their billions at the expense of the middle class. The a-holes and their group even told senators to vote against the aid package for the Northeast United States after the hurricane. They are a despicable pair.

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