Middle East Fouad Ajami on What Went Wrong in Iraq August 31, 2006 • Fouad Ajami supported the U.S.-led war in Iraq. In a new book, The Foreigner's Gift, he says that the war went wrong because of the Arab world's prejudice against Shia Muslims and against the Americans who expected to help them lead Iraq.
Polygamist Church Leader Arrested August 31, 2006 • Warren Jeffs, the reclusive leader of a religious group that practices polygamy, is arrested in Las Vegas after spending a year as a fugitive. He faces charges of rape as an accomplice for his alleged role in ordering a polygamous marriage between an underage girl and an adult church member.
Flight Attendants Practice Self-Defense August 31, 2006 • They've gone from flying nurses in the early days to hostesses, sex symbols, glorified waitresses and nannies. But these days, when flight attendants take to the skies, they're prepared to be the front-line troops in the global war on terrorism.
Opinion Analysis The U.S. War on Terrorism, and in Iraq August 31, 2006 • Discussing his efforts to fight terrorism, President Bush says that victory in Iraq is essential. For thoughts on how the United States might win in Iraq, Robert Siegel talks with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, former Ambassador James Dobbins and former Special Forces officer Michael Vickers. We also hear from Iraqi citizens about their thoughts on U.S. policy in their country.
Katrina & Beyond Doctors Still Uncharged in Katrina Hospital Deaths August 31, 2006 • A month ago, the Louisiana attorney general announced the arrest of a physician and two nurses in connection with the deaths of four New Orleans hospital patients. The arrests came after a lengthy investigation into so-called "mercy killings" that happened in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. But while the doctor and the two nurses have been removed from their jobs, they've yet to be indicted or formally charged -- raising more questions about the state's case.
Politics Presidential Fundraiser Events August 31, 2006 • In this tale of Bush fundraisers in two cities, we contrast news coverage in Nashville, where a Republican candidate wants to embrace Bush, with coverage in Little Rock, where another Republican does not.
The Impact of War Military Families Fill Void with 'Flat Daddies' August 31, 2006 • The Maine National Guard is using life-sized cardboard cutouts to help families connect with their loved ones deployed in Iraq. If your father is deployed in Iraq, you can get a "Flat Daddy" to keep at home, or to take with you on vacations or to family reunions. Sgt. First Class Barbara Claudel, who coordinates Maine's "Flat Daddy" project, says families can also get "Flat Mommies," and "Flat Sons and Daughters."
Crash Investigators Question Air-Controller Policy August 31, 2006 • Safety officials are investigating air-control tower work rules in the wake of Sunday's crash at the Lexington, Ky., airport. The lone air-traffic controller on duty told investigators he had only two hours of sleep between shifts that day. He was also performing two sets of tasks in the tower. According to Federal Aviation Administration rules, that's not supposed to happen. But the policy has not been enforced at some airports.
Environment California Lawmakers Adopt Tough Climate Rules August 31, 2006 • California's legislature has approved the country's first statewide cap on global warming pollution. The measure would require that the state reduce its emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is expected to sign it.
News Bush Stresses Iraq Mission in Combating Terrorism August 31, 2006 • The President speaks to the American Legion convention in Salt Lake City, the first of five scheduled policy speeches on the struggle against terrorism. The White House said it is the first in a series of speeches about the war on terrorism that will lead up to the president's address to the United Nations next month.
Research News Gene Therapy May Bring Cancer-Killing Cells August 31, 2006 • For more than 20 years, a team of scientists at the National Cancer Institute has been trying to cure cancer by using a patient's own immune system. In the latest twist, they use gene therapy to enhance the immune system's ability to recognize tumors.
Dog Days Leave Washington in a Daze August 31, 2006 • As the nation's capital enjoys the last drowzy days of summer, where IS everybody? What has official Washington been doing on its summer vacation?
Daniel Schorr: 90 Years In A Newsworthy Life August 31, 2006 • Legendary journalist Daniel Schorr, NPR senior news analyst, is celebrating his 90th birthday. He recalls some of his earliest exploits in journalism: from his first scoop as a 12-year-old to how he became a news reporter instead of a music critic.
Sports Young Coach, New Era for Northwestern Football August 31, 2006 • Northwestern University's Pat Fitzgerald is the youngest coach in Division 1A college football. He was asked to step in after the team's popular head coach, Randy Walker, died suddenly this summer, just weeks before practices were to start. On Thursday night, Fitzgerald -- himself a former Northwestern football star -- and his team will kick off the new season.
Law Polygamist Church Leader Faces Extradition to Utah August 31, 2006 • Polygamist church leader Warren Jeffs, once one of the FBI's top 10 most-wanted suspects, faces an extradition hearing Thursday in Las Vegas, where he was apprehended earlier this week after a traffic stop. Utah will prosecute Jeffs on charges he orchestrated forced marriages between underage girls and much older men in his religious group, where he is considered a prophet.