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A Nation Engaged: Trade Stirs Up Sharp Debate In This Election Cycle
Americans shared their views on trade with NPR and member stations. One thing is clear: Millions of voters have deep feelings about trade — and often are at odds with each other about it.
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After String Of Losses, Sanders Campaign To Lay Off 'Hundreds' Of Staffers
The campaign says it no longer needs so many staff for the remaining contests left on the calendar, but the move could be a sign of trouble.
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Mars By 2018? SpaceX And NASA Announce A New Space Project
The Red Dragon missions are aimed at figuring out what's needed "to land large payloads propulsively on Mars." For now, the plan doesn't include sending astronauts to the red planet.
There She Is, Probably The Most Beautiful Goat In Lithuania
A video of a Lithuanian goat beauty contest is going viral. But ... what makes a goat beautiful?
States Fail In Fight Against Sex Trafficking
A new report finds that too many states inadvertently provide safe havens when it comes to sex trafficking — even when children bear the consequences. The study graded states on how well they protect children who are pushed into the sex trade and punish adults who use those services. More than half of states got grades of D or F.
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When Zero Doesn't Mean Zero: Trans Fats Linger In Food
One in 10 packaged foods still contains trans fats, according to a new study. The problematic oils give foods a rich taste and texture and extend shelf life, but have been linked to heart disease.
John Walker Jr., Cold War Spy For Soviets, Dies At 77
The U.S. Navy warrant officer recruited his son, his brother and a friend to help him steal and sell classified message keys to the USSR over a 17-year period.
Rice Bucket Challenge: Put Rice In Bucket, Do Not Pour Over Head
Water is scarce in India, which is a good reason not to do the Ice Bucket Challenge. A journalist came up with another option — give a bucket of rice to a hungry person. Her version is going viral.
At NATO Summit, Allies Consider Lethal, Nonlethal Aid To Ukraine
The alliance's supreme allied commander in Europe says what Russia is doing in Ukraine is something "we thought would never happen again." Meanwhile, Russia warned Ukraine against trying to join NATO.
Postcard From Freetown: On The Beach, Life — And Dreams — Go On
Even in a city stricken with Ebola, people come to the beach. A man on crutches is out for a walk. Little girls collect a fish and a headless Barbie. And an actress dreams of her big break.
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