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Middle East

Fouad Ajami on What Went Wrong in Iraq

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.

Fouad Ajami on What Went Wrong in Iraq

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Flight Attendants Practice Self-Defense

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.

Flight Attendants Practice Self-Defense

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Environment

California Lawmakers Adopt Tough Climate Rules

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.

California Lawmakers Adopt Tough Climate Rules

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Katrina & Beyond

Doctors Still Uncharged in Katrina Hospital Deaths

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.

Doctors Still Uncharged in Katrina Hospital Deaths

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Politics

Presidential Fundraiser Events

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.

Presidential Fundraiser Events

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Bush Stresses Iraq Mission in Combating Terrorism

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.

Bush Stresses Iraq Mission in Combating Terrorism

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Opinion

Analysis

The U.S. War on Terrorism, and in Iraq

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.

The U.S. War on Terrorism, and in Iraq

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The Impact of War

Military Families Fill Void with 'Flat Daddies'

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."

Military Families Fill Void with 'Flat Daddies'

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Crash Investigators Question Air-Controller Policy

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.

Crash Investigators Question Air-Controller Policy

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Research News

Gene Therapy May Bring Cancer-Killing Cells

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.

Gene Therapy May Bring Cancer-Killing Cells

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Daniel Schorr: 90 Years In A Newsworthy Life

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.

Daniel Schorr: 90 Years In A Newsworthy Life

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Sports

Young Coach, New Era for Northwestern Football

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.

Young Coach, New Era for Northwestern Football

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Environment

Marketplace Report: Calif. Greenhouse Gas Push

The California state legislature approved a bill that would hold businesses responsible for reducing their output of so-called "greenhouse" gasses, primarily carbon dioxide.

Marketplace Report: Calif. Greenhouse Gas Push

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Technology

DJ Diplo Podcasts: 'NPR for the Streets'

Philadelphia-based DJ Diplo calls his recent podcasting project, Mad Decent Radio, a sort of "NPR for the streets" -- a collection of local music and interviews from cities on his tour.

DJ Diplo Podcasts: 'NPR for the Streets'

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