CNN Radio Reports Podcast
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Redrawing the lines of illness
CNN's Libby Lewis reports on the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, to be released this weekend by the American Psychiatric Association.
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A mother's daily fear in the land of opportunity
Isabel Medina crossed into the US from Mexico illegally in 1996 with her 1-year-old child. Since then she's had two other children who are by law US citizens.
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Radio's last stand
CNN's Gavin Godfrey and Todd Leopold visited one of the last successful, major-market independent stations in America.
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Guatemala: from bananas to genocide conviction
Guatemala made history this week when they convicted a former leader of genocide. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux looks at the case and the history behind it.
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CNN Radio Music Notes: Allen Stone revisted
CNN's Gavin Godfrey gives the back-story behind Seattle-based R&B/soul singer, Allen Stone.
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A cook's Guantananmo nightmare
This is one man's story that underscores one of the problems with GTMO; Ahmed Errachidi spent five years there before being released without charge.
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Trauma in the mind
With bombings and kidnappings in the news we've heard a lot about emotional trauma. But how does it really work in the mind? CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux reports.
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South Korea's Iron Lady
South Korea's new President Park Geun-hye has given more to her country than many politicians could even dream of as CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux explains.
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South Korea's Iron Lady
South Korea's new President Park Geun-hye has given more to her country than many politicians could even dream of as CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux explains.
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Is it fair to tax on the internet?
The Senate is ready to expand sales tax on the Internet. Is that fair? CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at how we all view (or ignore) everyday taxes.
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Illegal Immigrants should apologize says priest
Gary Graf, A Chicago priest crossed into Mexico and then crossed back into the U-S illegally. The stunt was meant to spread a message to immigrant, apologize if you've come here illegally. He serves a predominantly Latino congregation.
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Boston Bombers Pose Tricky Questions on Asylum
CNN's Libby Lewis looks at the politically sensitive question about the Boston bombers -- ethnic Chechens who won asylum in the U.S.
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Beware the Frankenfish!
An invasive predator from China & Russia may be threatening the balance of the ecosystem of the Harlem Meer in NY's Central Park. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports on the hunt for the Northern Snakehead.
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The volatile mix of Tweets and trades
The recent fake Tweet about an explosion at the White House sent the stock market plunging over 100 points. For better or worse, the stock markets and social media are connected more and more as social media gets factored in to the algorithms of high frequency trading. If the markets react so fast to news, fake or not, how fast is too fast? CNN's Jonathan Binder explores.
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CNN Radio Music Notes: Country's last hero
CNN's Gavin Godfrey chats with "The X-Factor" season 2 winner, Tate Stevens, about the budding country star's debut album.
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Air and Space museum's 'space' problem
Just like the rest of us, the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum in Washington has to deal with a storage issue: having too much stuff and not enough space. CNN's Libby Lewis reports on how the museum deals with it.
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Living in the US illegally, very quietly
What happens when immigration reform seems within reach? CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports undocumented immigrants go even farther off the radar, hoping to stay in the US long enough for a new law.
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Facelift proposed for historic Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs want to renovate Wrigley Field. The 99-year-old ballpark is the second oldest in the country. The response to the team's plans has been mixed.
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Loss of legs, not life
Boston's own Jason Fowler lost the use of his legs when he was 17 following an accident during motocross practice. Fowler's first goal after the accident was to do the Boston Marathon. In 2009, Fowler won the Ironman Championship. Fowler also participated in this year's Boston Marathon. Jason shares words of encouragement for all those victims severely injured in the two bombings. Produced by CNN's Jonathan Binder.
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Distractions and driving a challenge for teens
Car crashes are the number-one cause of death of teenagers and 25-percent of all teen crashes are due to distracted driving. Since April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, CNN's Jim Roope reports on an event that teaches teen drivers to focus and avoid distractions.
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Living with grandma and making it work
When Peggy Casey's dad died she brought her mother to live with her and she's far from alone in making that choice. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux reports.
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After Boston, runners regroup and recommit
After explosions rocked the Boston Marathon runners began reaching out and reacting. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux reports on the determination of this community.
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Perfect Timing: Los Angeles synchronizes all of its 4400...
Take a ride with CNN's Jim Roope on a major thoroughfare in Los Angeles. The mayor just announced that all 4400 traffic signals along all 7000 public roadways are synchronized. We wanted to find out exactly what that means.
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CNN Radio Music Notes: Meet Jay-Z's 'Guru'
CNN's Gavin Godfrey sits down with Jay-Z's personal engineer, Young Guru, to talk about how he got his start in the music business.
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Congress: Better than it seems?
Believe it or not, over the past three months, Congress has passed surprising number of substantial bills on bipartisan votes. CNN asks if Congress is starting to work together.
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Holocaust Survivors Still Hope for Proper Reparations
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day; calling to mind those who suffered, died and survived the Holocaust of Nazi Germany. Nearly 70 years after millions were liberated from ghettos and concentration camps, many survivors are still seeking reparations.
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Violent teen 'flash mobs' confound cities
Cities across the country are facing similar incidents to the one that rocked downtown Chicago, when hundreds of teens caused disturbances in what was dubbed a violent 'flash mob.'
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The Gitmo guard who became a muslim
Army Specialist Terry Holdbrooks was a member of the 463rd Military Police Company when he came to the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in 2003. When the angry, nearly atheistic 19-year-old, left a year later he was a changed man and a Muslim.
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Atlanta schools head looks beyond scandal
Erroll Davis took over as superintendent of Atlanta Public Schools when Beverly Hall retired in 2010. It was only days before a cheating scandal would become public. This week, more than 30 teachers and administrators (including Hall) recently turned themselves in to the police. CNN's Tommy Andres spoke with Davis about his journey through the scandal and changes he's made at Atlanta's public school system.
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Battle to secure cyberspace
There's a fresh push in Congress to pass a cyber security bill. But the effort is running into an old stumbling block. CNN's Edgar Treiguts looks at whether new threats in cyber-hakcing might override privacy concerns.
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Florida turns 500 (an ode)
Five hundred years ago today, Ponce de Leon landed on a Florida beach and headed inland, in search of the legendary Fountain of Youth. In this essay, CNN's Dan Szematowicz (who grew up in Florida) explores De Leon's modern and crazy legacy.
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CNN Radio Music Notes: The "Heart" of Cuba
Welcome to CNN Radio Music Notes -- your backstage pass to all things music! From intimate conversations with headliners to the latest scoop on your favorite Indie band, hang out with us to find out what's happening in the world of music.
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Keystone fight explodes (behind the scenes)
The biggest fight in Washington right now may not be guns or immigration. Try the Keystone Pipeline. CNN's Lisa Desjardins takes us behind the intense front lines on each side.
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Atheism finding its way
CNN's Libby Lewis looks at the American atheism movement, as one of its oldest organizations reaches the half-century mark.
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Distinguished WWII spy honored at Arlington
On Friday Rene Joyeuse's ashes will be place in Arlington National Cemetery after a ceremony held by his family. For much of his life, Rene hadn't told many people about his time in the military and the dangerous missions that he went on during WWII. He was a swiss-born spy for the U.S. Office of Strategic Services or OSS, which was the precursor to the CIA.
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Proposition 8's road to the Supreme Court
This week, the US Supreme Court will hear arguments over California's Proposition 8. CNN's Jim Roope reports the justices will hear one hour's worth of arguments.
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Tracking homicides case by case
CNN's Libby Lewis reports on Homicide Watch D.C., a website tracks every homicide case in the city. The Chicago Sun-Times is about to roll out its version there where over 500 people were murdered last year.
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Misquoted for 13 years
Somehow Prof. Joseph Olson became the central expert at the heart of a controversial, and false, political email. CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at the ultimate email hoax.
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Shay Mooney: Redneck in urban world
Music Notes guest, Shay Mooney, grew up in a large southern family in the tiny town of Natural Dam, Arkansas, population 500. His influences include bluegrass and country to R&B. He's a self-labeled 'redneck in an urban world.'
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New Jersey same-sex marriage fight not over
As the Supreme Court considers two landmark same-sex marriage cases, advocates set their sites on New Jersey. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says they hope to overturn Governor Christie's veto of a pro-gay marriage bill.
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North Korea's raising the decibel on threats
After a third nuclear test, North Korean leaders have become increasingly bellicose. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux reports on the rhetoric and the current state of diplomatic efforts with North Korea.
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What a pocket knife could do on a plane
How dangerous will small knives be on planes when TSA changes its policy April 25th? CNN's Lisa Desjardins talks specifics.
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Michigan mom's gay adoption heartbreak
In Michigan same sex-marriage is illegal. Adoption by same sex couples is even more complicated. CNN's Tommy Andres reports on one woman who hopes for change, even though it will be far too late for her.
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'Leaning in' on her own
CNN's Libby Lewis looks at whether women who have their own businesses have it any easier or different than women in the corporate world.
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Enemies discover a 'higher call' in battle
Five days before Christmas in 1943, a helpless American bomber pilot locked eyes with a German fighter pilot over the frozen skies of Europe. CNN.com's John Blake tells the story of "Franz and Charlie."
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In Iowa, more support after 4 years of gay marriage
Iowa was the third state in the country to allow same-sex couples to wed. Gay marriage advocates say four years later, more Iowans are supporting them, including some conservatives.
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NYC preps for ban on sugary drinks
The term 'nanny state' can be heard echoing throughout New York City as the ban on large size sugary soft drinks goes into effect next week. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports that many businesses are finding ways to work around the ban.
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Congressional bonuses in a time of cuts
Nearly one in four of the members of the House of Representatives gave their staff bonuses as budget cuts approached. CNN's Lisa Desjardins asks those outside Congress, is that OK?
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A 'thought war' over drones
On the eve of John Brennan's confirmation vote for CIA director, Congress is showing signs it wants more say in the U.S.'s targeted killing program. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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Marriage equality elusive in traditional South
Only 9 states now have marriage equality, none of them in the South. It leaves same sex couples wishing to marry weighing their options to stay or leave the region. CNN's Susanna Capelouto reports.
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Marriage equality elusive in traditional South
Only 9 states now have marriage equality, none of them in the South. It leaves same sex couples wishing to marry weighing their options to stay or leave the region. CNN's Susanna Capelouto reports.
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Businesses hit by Sandy struggle to recover
Despite $60 billion in aid many businesses hit by super-storm Sandy are teetering on the edge. A supermarket reopened in Brooklyn but CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says most stores are struggling to get by.
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Betting on the new pope
Is nothing sacred? Odds are being taken on from what country the next pope will come, how long it will take the Conclave to elect a new pope, what name the new pope will take, etc CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Gay parents battle 'the Iowa anomaly'
In Iowa, same-sex couples can get married, but face legal hurdles when becoming parents to a newborn child. A court battle aims to resolve what gay rights advocates call, "the Iowa anomaly"
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Picking the next pope: an insider's guide
CNN's Jim Roope talks with theologians about whats next in the election of next head of the Roman Catholic Church.
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NYC hot dog carts small business with big impact
Hot dog carts are ubiquitous in NY. But there is much more to the small business than meets the eye. They support families, pay for college and retirement homes. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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Who is Rosa Parks?
Who is Rosa Parks? CNN's Libby Lewis looks at the image and the reality of the civil rights pioneer. A statue of her is being unveiled this week at the U.S. Capitol in Statuary Hall.
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How far has America come on race?
This week the Supreme Court will tackle a provision of the Voting Rights Act called Section 5. As CNN's Tommy Andres reports, the case can be viewed as a dissection of racial progress in the U.S..
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How Billboard counts on YouTube
Billboard's Hot 100 now includes YouTube plays, and you might have heard that means the Harlem Shake is #1. CNN's Jonathan Binder reports on the details you may not know about YouTube and Billboards Hot 100.
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'Stand your ground' one year later
Tuesday marks one year since Trayvon Martin was shot and killed by a neighborhood watch captain in Sanford, Florida. CNN's Edgar Treiguts reports on its effect on so-called 'stand your ground' laws.
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"Ready, Seth, Go"
CNN's Jim Roope introduces us to first-time Oscar host Seth McFarlane.
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Budget cuts: plan B via your gas tank
What can Congress do about the forced budget cuts? CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports that there is a sort of de facto "Plan B."
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The phone book: famous, historic, garbage
The phone book played a major role in American history and culture, but today most Americans under 20 probably never used one. CNN's Tommy Andres reports on the live and slow death of the phone book.
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How to kill a killer asteroid
Like the meteor in Russia, there are hundreds of even bigger objects that could crash to Earth. One scientist is taking a page out of Hollywood's playbook to create a defense. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Sweeping violent mentally ill off NYC streets
A rash of people pushed to their deaths on the subway tracks in NYC has city official targeting dangerous mentally ill people. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says 25 mental health warrants were issued.
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Smalltown farmer fights agribusiness giant
The Supreme Court will decide a case which could have implications for food production and genetic technologies. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Killing Warren Hill
CNN's Libby Lewis reports on the case of Warren Hill, a mentally retarded man who is scheduled to be executed in Georgia on February 19th, 2013.
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Hagel and the new balance of power
With three of the presidents nominees frozen (for now), CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at how the nominee fight may be a sign of a bigger power battle.
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Preventing death on NYC's subway tracks
A rash of deaths on the tracks in the NYC subway system has leaders looking at potential ways to make platforms safer. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says it would be tough, costly, and maybe not necessary.
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Pistorius charged with murder
A beautiful model is dead and an Olympic athlete, admired for competing on 2 prosthetic legs, is charged with her murder in a Valentine's Day shooting in South Africa. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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Jet travel safer than ever
Despite the attention that runway mishaps and emergency landings receive today, traveling on a passenger jet has never been safer. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at a new report on air travel safety.
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Does State of the Union matter?
Nearly an hour long, the speech is both a duty and tradition. But CNN's Lisa Desjardins sks whether the State of the Union address has much effect. Does it matter?
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National politics cloud Hadiya Pendleton funeral
A 15-year-old's tragic shooting death at a Chicago playground has become a national symbol of gun violence. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Hospitals closing in sign of crisis
Drowning in debt, Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn is on the verge of closing. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says the crisis at this neighborhood hospital is a symptom of a larger problem in the US.
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Congress Has Fewer Stripes
This Congress has fewer veterans than any since WWII. So what's that mean? CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports.
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Can religion prevent violence?
Does religion play a role in preventing and coping with violent tragedy. CNN's Jim Roope examines the role of religion in our world with religious thought leaders in Los Angeles.
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Boy Scouts may end ban on gays
The Boy Scouts of America is considering lifting its ban on homosexuals. CNN's Jim Roope explores what such a policy shift would mean to the organization and its members.
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Grand Central turns 100
Saved from the wrecking ball and decades of neglect, New York's Grand Central Terminal turns 100 years old today. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports on the iconic building on 42nd Street in Manhattan.
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Teams seek better stadium deals
The Sacramento Kings might move to another city. They're just the latest franchise to relocate, or threaten to do so. CNN's Edgar Treiguts reports on the flurry of relocation talk for teams.
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Migrant plane crash dead get names
In 1948, a plane crashed, killing 28 Mexican migrant workers. Buried in a mass grave, for 65 years they remained unnamed. Recently, the man who tends the cemetery where the 28 are buried, set out to find out the actual names of the victims. And he succeeded. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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From prom to deportation
Three years ago, Fredi Alcazar Dominguez got into a minor fender bender on his way to prom. It started a chain of events which saw the teenager arrested and deported. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux reports.
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After shooting death of son, 5 years of grief
Police officer father learns to endure "pain of loss" after the shooting death of his teenage son. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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After shooting death of son, 5 years of grief
Police officer father learns to endure "pain of loss" after the shooting death of his teenage son. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Chuck Hagel's other war
What is it about the former Nebraska Senator and combat vet that draws so much heat from conservatives? CNN's Libby Lewis looks for clues about Hagel the man.
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The GOP identity crisis
After election losses in November, Republicans now openly are debating who they are and where their party heads next. CNN's Lisa Desjardins takes us inside the existential and historic moment for the GOP.
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NYC hit with huge wave of homelessness
When politicians call for cutting budgets cities across the US worry about the ripple effect. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says the cutting of a rent subsidy resulted in a huge increase in homeless families.
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Precious loss in the world of blues
Precious Bryant died just a few miles up the road from where she was born. In between, she traveled the world, making an indelible mark on the world of blues. CNN's Tommy Andres reports.
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After death, great poet still speaks out on guns
"Revolver," a newly discovered poem by Pultizer Prize-winning poet, Carl Sandburg, could have been written today. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Would you hunt a snake that can eat a deer?
Alligator Ron and Python Dave are just a few of the odd characters drawn to Florida's Python Challenge, a hunt for some of the world's largest and most dangerous snakes. CNN's Tommy Andres reports.
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To catch an iPhone thief
Unfortunately, iPhone theft stories are all too common, but what makes a headline better is when the thief is caught. CNN's Jonathan Binder has one of those stories.
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Red states and gun control
Democratic states like New York and Maryland have grabbed headlines for tightening gun rules. CNN's Libby Lewis reports it's a different picture in red states and purple states, like Virginia.
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God is all over inauguration
Inauguration, America's highest ceremony of state, is woven with prayer, religious symbols, and references to God. CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports on the unseen connection to religion and why it's lasted.
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In Mali, echoes of Libyan intervention
Last week France intervened in Mali with the purpose of driving out terrorism. The roots of the conflict there are deep and wide as CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux explain.
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The art of the inaugural poem
The exclusive club of inaugural poets will add a fifth member on Monday. CNN's Edgar Treiguts reports on the short history of inaugural poets, and the challenge of writing prose to fit the occasion.
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Common ground: gun owners and Obama
Gun owners and enthusiasts may not be on the same page as President Obama when it comes to gun control, but they are in the same book. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Can Lance Armstrong compete again?
Lance Armstrong may have come clean to Oprah Winfrey because he wants to compete on a professional level again. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at whether that's possible.
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The top five second term presidents
Which President had the best second term ever? Who are the runners up? What made them great? CNN's Jim Roope has the countdown.
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Sandy recovery slow for many
Over 100,000 claims were filed with the National Flood Insurance Program following Sandy. Two and a half months later, CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says many homeowners are still waiting for checks.
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Congress (not) working
Congress is out of Washington. Again. CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at how much (and how little) Congress is producing, and one group's push to get them working a five-day week.
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Clinic offers novel treatment for cold, flu or hangover
CNN's Nova Safo reports that cold, flu or hangover symptoms may be no match for a Chciago clinic that promises a time-tested treatment will make people better.
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Military suicides: the enemy within
CNN's Libby Lewis reports on a young Marine who tried to kill himself and then was convicted for the act. How the military handles such cases is the subject of a review by the military's highest court.
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Big Boi on Big Boi
CNN's Gavin Godfrey talks to OutKast's Big Boi about the stories and inspiration behind his new album, "Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors."
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Christians divided on gun control
There's an ongoing and intense divide among Christians over whether more or less gun control is necessary. CNN's Jim Roope takes us inside this battle in which philosophy meets real world policy.
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Confronting criminals slows murders in NYC
New York ended 2012 with the lowest murder rate since the city started tracking killings in 1963. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at how one community group is contributing to bringing down shootings.
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Chronicling the Senate averting the 'cliff'
It's silly, it's mind boggling, it's beyond frustrating, it's Congress! CNN's Lisa Desjardins takes us behind-the-scenes and into the hallways of Capitol Hill as politicians play political games and the cliff draws nearer.
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Prisoners face high cost to call home
For nearly two decades activists have urged the FCC to act and set a rate for long distance prison phone calls. CNN's Emma Lacey-brodeaux looks at the issue.
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'Don't be stupid': human behavior in disasters
CNN's Libby Lewis looks at how the study of human behavior is playing a more important role in disaster planning.
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Fiscal cliff: the album
Congress has gotten nowhere, but average voters are taking to YouTube to vent and propose ideas in smart, musical form. CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports.
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The rise of Hallelujah
The song Hallelujah has been recorded by hundreds of artists, is heard on TV shows, and performed during times of tragedy. But it wasn't always that way. CNN's Edgar Treiguts reports.
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Why you can't stop shopping
If you spent more for holiday gifts than you wanted to and you bought some things for yourself, too, you're not alone. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at why you can't resist buying things.
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Mistletoe 101
CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux traces the history of the green sprig from Druids to it's current incarnation as a romantic Christmas green.
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Illinois wrestles with gun control laws
Illinois is grappling with how to loosen its gun-ownership laws at the same time that the rest of the nation has plunged into renewed debate over gun restrictions. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Taking action after Newtown shooting
Within hours of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary, a grass roots movement began. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum was there as Newtown United was born. Community members want the tragedy to spark change.
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The struggle of knowing Newtown shooter
Adam Lanza was a monster. But at one point, he was also a high school kid who had a handful of friends. And one of them, one of the few people who spoke to Lanza, is struggling right now. CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports.
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Newtown: tipping point in gun control debate
With a cold eye on strategy, gun control advocates recognize that the Newtown tragedy has opened the widest window of opportunity to act that they have had in recent history. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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Newtown wonders how to heal
"Why did this happen and how will we heal?" These are the questions being asked on the streets of Newtown as residents come to terms with the deaths of so many. Living in the bucolic New England town gave people a sense of security. Now locals are wondering how, and if, they will get back to that place. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports from Newton, Connecticut.
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Saturday Night Fever's Brooklyn legacy
The iconic movie was released 35 years ago this weekend. The Brooklyn neighborhood it was filmed in was as much a character in the movie as was John Travolta. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum talks with the people who live there now about the film's legacy.
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One simple fiscal cliff fix
CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at how changing the way the government measures inflation could take a big chunk out of the Fiscal Cliff, but over decades would also hit seniors.
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Michigan unions brace for long battle
A new law signed in Michigan weakens unions. Now union members vow a long battle to reverse course. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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The controversy of stadium deals
A new stadium project in Atlanta will be funded by a combination of private and public funds. But critics of these stadium projects say there is very little economic benefit for the host city. CNN's Tommy Andres reports.
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Fewer doctors means more nurses
As the number of primary care doctors continues to shrink, nurse practitioners are filling the gap. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Saving photos damaged by Sandy
Thousands upon thousands of family photos were damaged by flooding from Superstorm Sandy. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says volunteers around the world are restoring those images one picture at a time.
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The fiscal cliff's orphans
They are massive Fiscal Cliff problems, but unseen in the shadow of the tax debate. CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at the orphan issues of unemployed workers and doctors who may drop Medicare altogether.
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Could doc shortage cripple healthcare?
CNN's Jim Roope talks with doctors, medical students and other health care professionals about why there is a doctor shortage, what it means to patients and the future of health care in America.
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Battling for Chicago's youth
Probation Officer Jason Smith is trying to change youth offenders' lives. An former offender himself, he now hopes his story can inspire others. CNN's Nova Safo reports from Chicago.
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Cheated death, but brain can't remember
What would happen if you lost the ability to create new memories? When John Kirkwood developed a blood clot the regions of the brain responsible for new memories died. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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College rapes: the new rules
CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux takes a look at how new federal rules are impacting the estimated 20 percent of female college students impacted by rape.
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WWJD about..taxes?
CNN's Libby Lewis reports on how the debate going on now in Washington over taxes has echoes in the Bible.
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No secrets online
Social networks like Facebook hold the personal information you share with it. But search engines like Google hold your dark secrets you may not have realized your were telling it. CNN's Jonathan Binder reports.
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British media react to critical report
All week, the British press has been awaiting the results of the Leveson Inquiry into its practices.The results are now in. CNN's Nova Safo reports on how British media is reacting.
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In Gaza, fish with a side of politics
Ahmed Ferwana says he's sick of politics but he lives in Gaza where he says you can't escape it. Politics influences even the kind of fish you can buy as CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux explains.
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Long year ahead for Sandy insurers
It could take a year for insurance adjusters to add up the cost of damage done to homes by Superstorm Sandy. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum spent a day with one adjuster doing the emotionally draining work.
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Travel guru stumps for pot
For decades Rick Steves has been an authority on where to go in Europe. This work has inspired Steves to speak out about marijuana laws. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux has a profile.
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The language of the loophole
In the debate out of Washington about solving the fiscal cliff, loopholes is a word that comes up a lot. CNN's Libby Lewis looks at how different people use the term, tax loophole.
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The long saga of Jesse Jackson, Jr.
Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. submitted his resignation Wednesday. Since June, Jackson had been absent due to bipolar depression. CNN's Nova Safo reports on what led up to Jackson's resignation.
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More hungry families, less food to give
There is an ever-growing population of families in need of food. However, food donations continue to dwindle. This is causing food banks and food pantries to limit, or in some cases turn away, the number of families they can help this holiday season. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Inside the Tofurky slaughterhouse
Each year, millions of legumes are torn from their pods, stripped down and boiled so they can adorn our holiday tables as Tofurky. CNN's Tommy Andres reports on Tofurky's origins.
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Honoring a fallen ambassador
After Ambassador Christopher Steven's death,Tarek El-Messidi collected letters of condolence. He gave them to Dr. Anne Stevens, Ambassador Stevens' sister. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux has the story.
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Red Cross mismanaging Sandy response?
Hurricane Sandy storm victims initially asked where is the Red Cross? The nation's largest relief organization was under fire. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at whether expectations were set too high.
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The gospel of Allen Stone
R&B star Allen Stone chats with CNN's Gavin Godfrey about his unlikely path to success, why R&B music has dropped the ball, and his conscious lyricism.
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Lessons from the Dust Bowl
The U.S. dust storms of the 1930s killed people and wrecked their financial futures. A new PBS film on the Dust Bowl explores the tragedy's reasons and lessons to be learned. CNN's Edgar Treiguts spoke to the film's writer and producer.
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Blowing the whistle on Wall Street
CNN's Libby Lewis talks with Rosanne Ott, an investment trader who is one of the first whistleblowers to use new protections created in a law meant to reform Wall Street.
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Drivers licenses and undocumented workers
After an election showing Latino voting power, Illinois advocates want to enact long-proposed immigration reform. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Rebranding homelessness
Does the issue of homelessness have a messaging problem? CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks at why advocates are worried and how some are trying to 'rebrand' the issue.
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WWII's Navy women remember
Women who served in the Armed Forces during World War II broke the ground for women in the military. CNN's Jim Roope spoke with two Navy WAVES, who say they are finally getting the recognition they deserve.
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Exit poll 'gold' harder to mine
This year's presidential election brought changes to the exit poll system to deal with the changes taking place in elections themselves. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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Same old Congress? Maybe not
The parties in control have stayed the same, and that means more of the same, right? Maybe not. CNN's Lisa Desjardins reports.
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Missoula: Trouble in paradise
Investigations in Missoula, Montana have examined the handling of sex crimes. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux has the latest on a scandal that has touched all corners of this idyllic mountain town.
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Sounds of victory..and defeat
CNN's Nova Safo and Steve Kastenbaum covered election night from both candidates' headquarters. They recorded the sounds and emotions of the climax of a long and expensive presidential campaign.
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Romney's past as possible future
Mitt Romney was a Republican Governor of a mostly Democratic State. So what can his time as governor tell us about what a Romney presidency would be like? CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports from Boston.
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97-year-old nearly derailed by voter ID
Peggy Cobb has voted in every presidential election since 1936 but thanks to a voter ID law and trouble with paperwork she nearly got derailed. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux has her story.
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On Rockaway, the troops have landed
The military's always been the backup in major disasters, but what's changed over time is, who's in charge. CNN's Libby Lewis reports on the new federalism responding to disasters like Hurricane Sandy.
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'Three strikes' law on ballot in CA
California voters will decide on Tuesday if the state's 'three strikes' law is too tough. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Last-ditch campaigning in Wisconsin
The presidential candidates made a last-ditch attempt to get swing-state Wisconsin to swing their way. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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What it takes to be a teenage politician
What does it take to be a teenage politician? CNN's Tommy Andres finds out from young candidates, present and past.
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Relief from Hurricane Sandy slow for some
While one side of the Rockaways in New York saw an almost immediate response in the wake of Sandy's storm surge, CNN's Steve Kastenbaum says the other side is wondering why it took so long for help to arrive.
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R.L. Stine's weird mind
Author R.L. Stine chats with CNN's Gavin Godfrey about his weird childhood, the origin of "Goosebumps," and why he thinks violence can be a good thing.
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Crawling to work in NYC
New York City's subway is moving again. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports the commute is far from normal.
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Election 2012: The husband-wife divide
Most people know there's a gender gap in American elections. CNN's Lisa Desjardins digs into why the gap exists by looking at a husband and wife whose only arguments are about politics.
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'Trick or Vote!'
Costumed volunteers across the country make use of a Halloween tradition to get out and vote. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Costuming pets for Halloween
According to the National Retail Federation Americans will spend $370 million on pet costumes for Halloween. CNN's Gavin Godfrey spoke with one woman who has been dressing her pets since 2004.
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Cleaning up from Sandy, one block at a time
The clean up from Superstorm Sandy will take weeks in New York. It began with people taking matters into their own hands, one block at a time. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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Educators feel neglected by candidates
Many education professional across the country are upset that the subject of education has been largely ignored during the recent presidential debates. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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African-American blazing a trail through chess
Rochelle Ballantyne is on a mission. The 17 year old from Brooklyn, NY is just a few wins away from becoming the first female African-American chess master in history. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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In war on fraud, whistleblowers on front lines
There's a long history of whistleblowers in America. CNN's Libby Lewis tells the story of Jim Holzrichter, who blew the whistle in a major defense contract case and now mentors other whistleblowers.
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The other candidates, the other debate
In this close presidential race, third party candidates have gotten little attention. The parties hope a focus on issues and their own debate will help change that. CNN's Nova Safo.
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The problem with presidential debates
Forget the on-stage presidential debate tonight. Long-term there is a broader fight over the debates themselves. CNN's Lisa Desjardins looks into who runs the debates and the sharp criticism facing the group.
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'De-looting' American museums
Thousands of looted artifacts have been leaving American museums and returning home. Wikiloot is a new project designed to streamline that process. CNN's Tommy Andres reports.
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Raising Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber's mother, Pattie Mallette, speaks with CNN's Gavin Godfrey about her new book, "Nowhere but Up: The Story of Justin Bieber's Mom," and life raising one of the world's biggest pop stars.
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Black voters wary, supportive of Obama
Polls show most African-Americans still support President Obama, but disappointment over promises not kept are causing some to re-think that support. CNN's Jim Roope reports
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The ultimate unlike: politics on Facebook
CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux expolores the do's and don'ts of posting about politics on Facebook.
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Confronting Syrian regime from Chicago
Alarmed by the rampant violence, Syrian-Americans in the Midwest are speaking out against Syria's civil war and sending aid. CNN's Nova Safo reports.
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Should youth football be banned?
The number of concussions in youth football has prompted a school board in New Hampshire to consider a ban of the sport. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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Letting death happen, is it suicide?
A young woman in NY with terminal brain cancer has reignited the debate over end of life care. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at ending life support and suicide in the eyes of religious fundamentalists.
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The price for diversity
CNN's Libby Lewis has a rare interview with the daughter of Hemann Sweatt, whose 1950 Supreme Court case is part of the foundation of affirmative action law.
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Calling out catcallers
CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux takes a look at new efforts aimed at making streets safer: speaking out about harassment and assault on the streets.
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Store clerks say 'hang up the phone'
Our mobile society has created non-stop talkers. We're on our phones everywhere: on the bus, walking down the street, driving, and most annoyingly for some, in the checkout line.
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Helping kids cross the digital divide
The digital divide has been replaced by digital inequality. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum visited a classroom in NY where underprivileged students are going from being digital consumers to content creators.
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Building breakthrough apps
So whats the secret of creating an app that will cut through the sea of mediocre apps? CNNs Gavin Godfrey will profiled a couple app developers to find out.
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Busting the myth of liberal Hollywood
Hollywood liberals get the headlines and give the cash. But CNN's Libby Lewis reports that conservatives have used the tools of Hollywood to get political power and win elections.
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'Fixing' gay teens outlawed in CA
California is the first state to ban the mental reparative therapies designed to 'straighten out' gay teenagers. CNN's Jim Roope goes inside the law and speaks with its supporters and detractors.
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Forgotten history of the Post Office
For decades the post office provided opportunities for African-Americans that were in rare supply: stable, well paying jobs. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux explores how this helped grow the middle class.
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Mac Miller: Hip-hop's answer to the Beatles?
Twenty year-old independent recording artist Mac Miller talks to CNN's Gavin Godfrey about his young career and racial politics in music.
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Bringing home the bacon to cost more
CNN's Jim Roope reports on why bacon is about to get more expensive.
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Chipper Jones' last hurrah
Very few pro athletes are afforded the type of farewell sendoff that Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones has been getting this season. Jones sits down with CNN's Edgar Treiguts to talk about his career, and place in baseball history.
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My freedom vs. your freedom
American "freedom" is the very definition of the word, right? People in other parts of the world might beg to differ. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum reports.
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More questions on drones
ort on drone strikes in Pakistan argues they have a devastating effect on local peoples' lives. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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Congress's 'socially awkward' phase
As members of Congress fight for their jobs and face near pitchfork-levels of anger, deep inside Capitol Hill dozens of 20 and 30-somethings are trying to make things better from their keyboards.
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Experts: Watch your kids' screen time
Are interactive devices like smart phones and tablet computers better or worse for your child than TV? CNN's Barbara Hall has the story.
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Celebs tweeting with care
Is social media hurting or helping celebrities maintain their "star" status? CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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The upgrade treadmill
The rapid pace of technological progress may be changing how consumers decide which devices to buy, and when to buy them. CNN's Edgar Treiguts looks at new buying habits in our mobile society.
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The quest to reform the paparazzi
Sean Burke was once a bodyguard for celebrities. His experience with how the paparazzi treated his clients inspired him to fight back by starting The Paparazzi Reform Initiative. CNN's Jim Roope reports.
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The medical 'code of silence.'
Johns Hopkins University Hospital surgeon Marty Makary has written an eye-opening book about how doctors and hospitals really do their jobs - because he wants it to change. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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A better way to fight HIV
Dr. Daniel Halperin and Craig Timberg say western donors have missed cheap, local efforts that have slowed the spread of AIDS. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux spoke to the two about their claims.
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A better way to fight HIV
Dr. Daniel Halperin and Craig Timberg say western donors have missed cheap, local efforts that have slowed the spread of AIDS. CNN's Emma Lacey-Bordeaux spoke to the two about their claims.
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Meet the original 'Occupiers'
The movement may not have changed the world but 'Occupy' started a conversation. One year later, protestors say that's all they wanted to do. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum meets some of the original 'Occupiers.'
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Navy layoffs land in court
Last year, the Navy announced it was going to eliminate about 3,000 jobs. That prompted a lawsuit, and created some jobless sailors who had planned to make the Navy their life. CNN's Libby Lewis reports.
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Visiting the poorest poor
The poverty rate in the US was unchanged in 2011. 46.2 million people live in poverty. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum went to one of the poorest Census tracks for the real life stories behind the numbers.
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Campaign science has file on you
Presidential campaigns know undecided voters determine the outcome of an election. Today, they are able to target individual voters like never before. CNN's Steve Kastenbaum looks at campaign science.
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A life shaped by thalidomide
Fifty years after it was pulled from the market, the makers of a drug that caused severe birth defects has apologized to those affected by it. CNN's Jim Roope meets a man whose life was impacted by the drug.
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