wtorek, 30 września 2014
An Online Music Search And A Quest To Find Linda, Lead To 'Jimi'
A new biopic focuses on the career and life of Jimi Hendrix before he was the musician we know of today. Steve Inskeep talks with writer-director John Ridley about his film: Jimi: All Is By My Side.
New York Boosts Pay For Thousands With Hourly Wage Hike
Mayor Bill de Blasio signed an executive order Tuesday that raises the hourly rate from under $11.90 to $13.13 an hour for thousands of fast-food and retail workers.
FCC Votes To Eliminate Sports Blackout Rules
Unfortunately for sports fans, the rules aren't expected to change much, as the NFL could still negotiate blackout rules through contracts with broadcasters. It does, however, end FCC protection.
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Aral Sea's Eastern Basin Has Dried Out, NASA Photos Show
"For the first time in modern history, the eastern basin of the South Aral Sea has completely dried," NASA says, citing satellite photos from 2000 and 2014.
Golf Fans Rise Early To Watch Ryder Cup Action
The Ryder Cup golf tournament began Friday morning in Scotland with the United States taking on Europe. Some fans in the U.S. woke up early to watch the action live which began at 2:35 a.m. ET.
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Certain English Errors May Decipher Clues To Dying Languages
Linguists try to understand the nuances of languages, and how they relate to one another. A computer scientist says the English mistakes of non-native speakers can reveal something about languages.
poniedziałek, 29 września 2014
Some iPhone 6 Plus Users Find An Unwanted Feature: It Bends
Some owners of Apple's new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are discovering that their superslim glass and aluminum devices aren't holding up well in an environment that's usually safe: their pockets.
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For Michigan Political Ads, The Tigers Are The Big Game In Town
Why do advertisers love buying time for political ads during Detroit Tigers baseball games?
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Is The NFL Too Big To Fail?
The NFL has suffered a number of scandals recently, but the sport has emerged relatively unscathed. Commentator Frank Deford asks if anything could change the way Americans feel about football.
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How To Keep 'Political Order': Make Modest Promises, And Deliver
Francis Fukuyama, a former neo-conservative thinker, says that people worldwide still want democracy, but many transitioning nations are ill-equipped to give it to them.
Pro-Democracy Activists Occupy Hong Kong's Business District
Thousands of protesters in Hong Kong are calling for free elections. Many spent Sunday night camped out on the streets after police fired tear gas and used batons to try to disperse them.
Why Youngstown, Ohio, Loved 'Jimbo' Traficant
Former congressman Jim Traficant, who died Saturday at age 73, served prison time for bribery and racketeering. But he always remained popular in Youngstown ? a city that felt abandoned by others.
Hong Kong Tense As Democracy Activists Face Down Police
Tens of thousands used umbrellas to deflect tear gas canisters as authorities tried unsuccessfully to break up demonstrations in the city's Central business district.
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Chelsea Clinton Gives Bill And Hillary Their First Grandchild
The baby has been eagerly anticipated as Hillary Clinton, who dubbed "grandmother" her "most exciting title yet, and said she wouldn't decide about running for president until after the baby arrived.
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Research Institutions Will Have To Identify 'Dual-Use' Pathogens
Scientists are deeply divided on whether lab-made flu viruses are legitimate medical research or national security threats. A new federal policy asks institutions to evaluate those risks early on.
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niedziela, 28 września 2014
Florida's Manatees: Big, Beloved And Bitterly Contested
In one coastal community, some residents are trying to get manatees off the endangered species list. But manatee advocates say the sea cows, threatened by ecotourism, need more protection, not less.
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How To Keep 'Political Order': Make Modest Promises, And Deliver
Francis Fukuyama, a former neo-conservative thinker, says that people worldwide still want democracy, but many transitioning nations are ill-equipped to give it to them.
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People Be Triflin', From 'Bills, Bills, Bills' To The Bible
The word "trifling" (or, as it may be more commonly said, "triflin'"), used to blast folks as lazy, good-for-nothing cheaters, goes back quite a ways.
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Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm
The Ohio politician whose career included 17 years in Congress and a conviction for bribery has died at age 73. He was critically hurt in a tractor accident earlier this week.
Sayonara To 'Super-Size Me'? Food Companies Cut Calories, So Do We
Major food companies have cut trillions of calories, and studies show Americans are consuming fewer calories because of it. But some advocates think companies should do more to improve our diets.
Confined In China, Ai Weiwei Directs Alcatraz Exhibit From Afar
The dissident Chinese artist uses San Francisco's former island prison to contrast themes of freedom and restriction.
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Some Tech Firms Capitalize On Privacy
Steve Henn of NPR's Planet Money team profiles some entrepreneurs who are working on a novel business model to start up a new tech company. It's pay for service. What a concept.
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National Security May Not Resonate At The Polls This Fall
With ISIS dominating headlines nearly every day, Republicans are hoping to play on long-held stereotypes that Democrats are weaker on national security. But voters may not take the bait.
Spoon On World Cafe
The Austin band performs songs from They Want My Soul, which finds Spoon revitalized after a hiatus.
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sobota, 27 września 2014
Is The NFL Too Big To Fail?
The NFL has suffered a number of scandals recently, but the sport has emerged relatively unscathed. Commentator Frank Deford asks if anything could change the way Americans feel about football.
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Nightmares And Darkness Follow Marine Home From Iraq War
Jeff Lucey deployed to Iraq with the Marines in 2003. He returned home later that year, and initially, all seemed well. But it slowly became apparent that Lucey was struggling with invisible wounds.
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Ohio's James Traficant Dies, Days After Accident On Farm
The Ohio politician whose career included 17 years in Congress and a conviction for bribery has died at age 73. He was critically hurt in a tractor accident earlier this week.
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Shifting Stance, Some GOP Candidates Back State Minimum Wage Hikes
As free-market conservatives, Republicans are philosophically opposed to raising the minimum wage. But a handful in tight races are having second thoughts.
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Bob Sheppard Led Jeter To The Plate One Last Time
When Derek Jeter took his final at bat last night in New York, he was following the voice of long-time Yankees announcer, Bob Sheppard, even though Sheppard died four years ago at the age of 99.
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Why We Won't See The Likes Of Eric Holder Again
The drama and conflict of the attorney general's tenure in office unfolded against the interracial tensions that torment our culture.
Despite A Bumpy Tenure, Holder Had A Broad Impact
Between clashes with Congress on Operation Fast and Furious and U.S.-based trials for Sept. 11 suspects, the attorney general advanced civil rights priorities and reached several landmark settlements.
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The 'Bond King' Leaves His $2 Trillion Kingdom
Bill Gross built Pacific Investment Management Co., or PIMCO, into a $2 trillion powerhouse. But this week, he abruptly left, roiling the bond-investing world.
Freddy Cole On Piano Jazz
Pianist, composer, and vocalist Freddy Cole can take any song and bring out colors and nuances never heard before. He brings this special ability to "Sometimes I'm Happy" in 1998 session.
piątek, 26 września 2014
China: 'Serious' Terrorist Attack Kills 50 In Xinjiang
First reports of the attack in the largely Muslim region last Sunday said two people had died, but state-run media now say the toll is much higher.
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Tweedy, 'Low Key'
Tweedy's goofy new video "Low Key," starring John Hodgman as a desperate record executive and Jeff and Spencer Tweedy as musicians and reluctant record salesmen, was directed by Nick Offerman.
Source: http://www.npr.org/event/music/351758837/tweedy-low-key?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=storiesfromnpr
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Tweedy, 'Low Key'
Tweedy's goofy new video "Low Key," starring John Hodgman as a desperate record executive and Jeff and Spencer Tweedy as musicians and reluctant record salesmen, was directed by Nick Offerman.
Source: http://www.npr.org/event/music/351758837/tweedy-low-key?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=storiesfromnpr
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'Two Faces' Of Reinvention And Deceptive Identity
The Two Faces of January stars Viggo Mortensen, Oscar Isaac and Kirsten Dunst as three travelers grappling with matters of truth and perception.
Latin Roots: Essential Latin Funk
The Latin Alternative's Josh Norek spins songs by Ray Barretto and Los Amigos Invisibles.
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Scientists Step Up Food Fraud Efforts Following Horse Meat Scandal
The latest report in response to the horse meat scandal of 2013 reminds us that the potential for fraud in the food supply is high. But scientists are working to predict and prevent the next incident.
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czwartek, 25 września 2014
A Bumpy Ride: Airplane Food Through The Decades
The food on U.S. planes has gone from bad to nonexistent in coach class. But airplane meals have had ups and downs before. Now, airports and food delivery services are aiming to close the gap.
On The Cusp: 11-Year-Olds Around The World Share Their Wisdom
Age 11 is when you're most passionate and optimistic, says Australian filmmaker Genevieve Bailey. So she created a documentary looking at the world through the eyes of 11-year-olds in 15 countries.
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Robert Plant And The Sensational Space Shifters, Live In Concert
Join us at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, Sept. 28, for a live video webcast featuring the rock legend and his new band as they perform at BAM in Brooklyn. The show is part of the Nonesuch At BAM festival.
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Letters: Domestic Violence And The NFL
Rachel Martin and Melissa Block read letters from listeners about the NFL.
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What We Talk About When We Talk About Race And Sports
Commentator Frank Deford reflects on the owner of the Atlanta Hawks' controversial efforts to market the team to white audiences.
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Respiratory Disease Affects Hundreds Of U.S. Kids
Parents in the U.S. are worried about a respiratory disease that has the same symptoms as a bad cold. Steve Inskeep talks to the CDC's Mark Pallansch about Enterovirus 68.
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California Public Pension Fund Shifts To Clean Energy
The California State Teachers' Retirement System is the second-largest public pension fund in the U.S., managing nearly $200 billion. Melissa Block talks to the fund's CEO, Jack Ehnes.
Is The NFL Too Big To Fail?
The NFL has suffered a number of scandals recently, but the sport has emerged relatively unscathed. Commentator Frank Deford asks if anything could change the way Americans feel about football.
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środa, 24 września 2014
As Election Nears, Voting Laws Still Unclear In Some States
Several big voting law cases are still undecided just weeks before the election. The outcomes will not only affect how voters cast their ballots in November, but election laws for years to come.
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Margaret Atwood's 'Stone Mattress' Is Full Of Sharp And Jabbing Truths
In her latest collection, Margaret Atwood takes on death, dreadfulness and the use of fantasy. Though these stories are strange and wild, they all somehow ring true.
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Shifting Stance, Some GOP Candidates Back State Minimum Wage Hikes
As free-market conservatives, Republicans are philosophically opposed to raising the minimum wage. But a handful in tight races are having second thoughts.
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Boys Puzzle Through Twists And Turns In 'Maze Runner'
NPR's Wade Goodwyn speaks with young Korean-American actor Ki Hong Lee, who appears in the new film, The Maze Runner, about how he broke into acting, and Asian-Americans in Hollywood.
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After The NIH Funding 'Euphoria' Comes The 'Hangover'
The way the National Institutes of Health doles out research grants accentuates booms and busts in the financing of scientific research. More variety in the length of grants could help.
House Lawmakers To Hold Hearing On White House Security Issues
New details are emerging about Friday's incident when a man scaled a fence and reached the White House before the Secret Service subdued him. The incident is prompting questions about lax security.
Move To Curb U.S. Corporate Tax Dodges Could Delay Reform
Business and consumer groups say Congress needs to reform taxes, but few expect change soon. In fact, Treasury's tweaks to tax law may diminish the political will to address broader tax reform.
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House Lawmakers To Hold Hearing On White House Security Issues
New details are emerging about Friday's incident when a man scaled a fence and reached the White House before the Secret Service subdued him. The incident is prompting questions about lax security.
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wtorek, 23 września 2014
Mia Wasikowska On The Sounds Of Camels And The Lure Of Travel
Melissa Block talks with actress Mia Wasikowska about her new film, Tracks, which follows a woman on a long journey with only camels and a dog for company.
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Your Favorite Sites Will 'Slow Down' Today, For A Cause
Websites including Foursquare, Netflix and WordPress are taking part in Internet Slowdown Day to make a case for unfettered access to the Internet. The slowdown will only be symbolic, not real.
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Canadian Surfers Ride Chocolate River's Waves For Miles
A muddy river in the Canadian province of New Brunswick is developing a reputation for its waves. A pair of surfers set a distance record, riding the wave of a tidal bore up the Petitcodiac River.
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Apple: iOS 8 Prevents Cooperation With Police Unlocking Requests
In the rollout of its new mobile operating system, Apple says it has made it technically impossible for the company to unlock phone data, even in response to a law enforcement warrant.
War Votes Bring Back Complex Risks For Members Of Congress
Polls showed that two-thirds of the country thought the U.S. should do something about Islamic State. Congress had to balance politics of the moment with those of the near future and down the road.
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After Major Image Fumbles, NFL Now Runs Into Congress
Domestic violence and child abuse allegations against NFL stars have put the country's most-watched sports league in the congressional spotlight.
U.S., Allies Hit Islamic State Targets In Syria, Pentagon Says
The Pentagon said it had used fighter, bomber and Tomahawk missiles during the mission launched on Monday.
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Pope Picks Moderate To Lead Chicago's Catholics
Bishop Blase Cupich of Spokane, Wash., has emphasized pastoral needs and compassion over rigid positions on issues such as gay rights, but church experts don't expect a sea change on hot-button issues.
Treasury Announces New Steps To Reduce Corporate Tax Dodges
The Treasury said corporations were increasingly moving their parent companies overseas to dodge U.S. taxes. The Treasury said the practice erodes the tax base.
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poniedziałek, 22 września 2014
Your Favorite Sites Will 'Slow Down' Today, For A Cause
Websites including Foursquare, Netflix and WordPress are taking part in Internet Slowdown Day to make a case for unfettered access to the Internet. The slowdown will only be symbolic, not real.
Carnegie Hall Live: An Opening Night Gala With The Berlin Philharmonic
Stream a performance by the stellar Berlin Philharmonic and conductor Simon Rattle in a program of Rachmaninov, Bruch and Stravinsky with dazzling violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter.
Perfume Genius' 'Too Bright': Noisy, Provocative And A Little Angry
Music critic Will Hermes reviews the latest album from Perfume Genius, Too Bright.
Tweedy: Tiny Desk Concert
With his drummer son Spencer, Wilco's Jeff Tweedy performs three songs from their new album, Sukierae ? plus a cover of "You Are Not Alone," which the elder Tweedy wrote for Mavis Staples.
Source: http://www.npr.org/event/music/350594224/tweedy-tiny-desk-concert?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=music
In California, Less Water Means More West Nile Virus
You'd think that mosquitoes wouldn't like drought, but that's not what's happening in California, where stagnant water breeds more mosquitoes. Cases of West Nile virus have doubled since last year.
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From Podcast To Broadcast: 'Men In Blazers' Gets The ESPN Bump
The soccer podcast Men In Blazers started out as a modest Grantland podcast, then blew up when ESPN included them during World Cup coverage. As hosts Michael Davies and Roger Bennett tell NPR's Arun Rath, they'll soon have their own show on NBC Sports.
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His Camera Takes Us To The World 'We Must Preserve'
In the new exhibit "Genesis," the noted photographer Sebastiao Salgado shares his vision of "a kind of state of humanity of the planet," from Amazon tribes to frozen Siberia.
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Drivers, Passengers Say Uber App Doesn't Always Yield Best Routes
People love Uber, but they often complain the Uber app's built-in navigation doesn't give its drivers the best directions. The company says the app helps drivers and passengers travel efficiently.
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niedziela, 21 września 2014
A Pianist Hears Chopin From Inside His Instrument
Chad Lawson needed to find a way to record at home while his children slept. The result is The Chopin Variations, a set of Chopin works with an intimate, otherworldly sound.
In San Diego, A Bootcamp For Data Junkies
Natasha Balac runs a two-day boot camp out of the San Diego Supercomputer Center for people from all types of industries to learn the tools and algorithms to help them analyze data and spot patterns in their work.
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Organizers Hope U.N. Climate March Will Be Largest In History
Hundreds of thousands are expected at a march in New York City ahead of the United Nations climate summit. Organizers want to send a message to world leaders that it's time to take concrete action.
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Afghan Rivals Have Signed Power-Sharing Agreement
The country's presidential election, which has been disputed for months, is finally be coming to an end, as the two candidates signed a deal Sunday to create a unity government.
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A Coastal Paradise Confronts Its Watery Future
With rising seas, cities like Satellite Beach, Fla., are debating options: defend the shoreline to avoid destruction, or retreat, withdrawing homes and businesses from the water's edge.
In San Diego, A Bootcamp For Data Junkies
Natasha Balac runs a two-day boot camp out of the San Diego Supercomputer Center for people from all types of industries to learn the tools and algorithms to help them analyze data and spot patterns in their work.
sobota, 20 września 2014
Court Reinstates Wisconsin Voter ID Law, Causes Chaos Before Election
Last week, a federal appeals court in Chicago reinstated the photo identification requirement. It had been blocked in a lawsuit brought by voter advocacy groups.
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All's Fair In Love And (The Rubber Used To Make) Condoms
Thistle extract, carrot dye and fair trade labels aren't just for tea. Condoms with fair trade and vegan certifications are moving into a market dominated by Trojan and Durex.
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Why Michael Che's New Role Could Change More Than 'SNL'
The Daily Show correspondent will become the first black co-anchor of Saturday Night Live's "Weekend Update." NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans says his hire could help diversify comedy well beyond NBC.
Women Can't Make Sushi, And Other Fishy Myths, Busted
Sushi is supposed to be eaten at room temperature and right after it's made. So why are we buying out of the cold case at the supermarket? And where are all the female sushi chefs?
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Pope Names A Moderate To Be Chicago's New Archbishop
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Blase Cupich of Spokane, Wash., to succeed Cardinal Francis George, 77, a conservative who has spoken out on many social issues in his 17 years in the post.
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Sweet: Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme Pump Up Pledge On Palm Oil
Two major doughnut chains have bowed to consumer pressure to better police their palm oil purchases. Environmentalists say it's a win for consumers, trees and animals.
Joan Rivers, An Enduring Comic Who Turned Tragedy Into Showbiz Success, Dies
NPR's Eric Deggans says the comedian was a show business survivor whose tireless work ethic kept her relevant long after other comics would have faded away. She died Thursday at 81.
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A New Campaign Ad Sport: Billionaire Bashing
It's open season on the wealthy political donors. Democratic campaign ads tie Republican candidates to the Koch brothers, while GOP ads paint sinister images of George Soros and Tom Steyer.
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Amid NFL Scandals, A Novel About America's Love Of The Sport
It's the start of the season, and the NFL is already beset by scandal. Writer Mark Chiusano recommends a novel about football's place in American culture, Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk.
piątek, 19 września 2014
Apple: iOS 8 Prevents Cooperation With Police Unlocking Requests
In the rollout of its new mobile operating system, Apple says it has made it technically impossible for the company to unlock phone data, even in response to a law enforcement warrant.
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Episode 570: The Fine Print
Today on the show, we read our homeowners insurance policy ? and get to the bottom of all that fine print that nobody every reads.
NFL Players Union Files An Appeal To Ray Rice's Suspension
Several NFL players are in the news recently for off-field incidents. Audie Cornish talks to George Atallah of the NFL Players Association about crime and punishment in the National Football League.
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If It's Not Scottish ... Classical Contributions Of The Scots
Now that the Scottish people have voted to remain in the United Kingdom, it's time to salute their classical musicians ? from soprano Mary Garden to composer James MacMillan.
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From Coffee To Chicory To Beer, 'Bitter' Flavor Can Be Addictive
If you don't think you like bitter foods, try them again. Jennifer McLagan, the author of Bitter: A Taste of the World's Most Dangerous Flavor, is on a mission to change hearts and minds.
Some On Staten Island Opt For Buyout Of 'Houses That Don't Belong'
As part of the ongoing recovery from Hurricane Sandy, New York's plan is to buy and demolish hundreds of homes on Staten and Long islands and let nature return as a barrier to future storm surges.
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Terry Gilliam Sees Future Through Familiar Eyes In 'The Zero Theorem'
Terry Gilliam's latest sci-fi drama stars Christoph Waltz as a computer whiz working to decipher the titular equation. But the film's future is disappointingly similar to those we've seen many times.
Medic Returns From Afghanistan To Broken Family In 'Bliss'
In the film, Fort Bliss, a sergeant serving in Afghanistan struggles between her duties as a mother and as a soldier. NPR's Wade Goodwyn speaks with director Claudia Myers about her latest movie.
KING Makes A Record Lover's Paradise Even Better
On a steamy morning upstairs in a record lover's paradise KING laid down a gorgeous version of one of the songs that lit up Twitter three years ago and put the trio on Prince's radar.
With Minecraft, Microsoft Buys A Doorway To Millions Of Players
Microsoft paid $2.5 billion for Mojang, the company behind the hit building-block video game Minecraft that is played by millions. But it might have gained a lot more than just a popular franchise.
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czwartek, 18 września 2014
Some Airports Have A New Security Routine: Taking Your Temperature
With ear probes, infrared cameras and laser beams pointed at your forehead, airports around the world are trying to stop infected passengers before they board a plane.
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Pere Ubu's 'Carnival Of Souls' Is A Dreamscape That's Never Dreamy
Led since the late '70s by co-founder David Thomas, Pere Ubu has created something far more rich, experimental, and emotional than the spooky, horror-movie that Carnival of Souls is named for.
Multispectral Imaging Could Reveal Secrets Of Martellus Map
A team of researchers are using multispectral imaging to uncover hidden text on a 1491 Martellus map, one of the most important maps in history. Lead researcher Chet Van Duzer thinks the discoveries will allow historians and scholars to see just how the map influenced cartography in its time.
'A' Is For Apps: Teachers Share Top Digital Tools Of The Trade
From helping students be on their best behavior to taking history lessons to the Twitterverse, teachers are using a range of apps ? many of them free ? to harness mobile technology in the classroom.
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When The Power's Out, Solar Panels May Not Keep The Lights On
With the price of solar panels falling, more municipalities and homeowners are installing them. But having solar panels doesn't mean you won't lose power in a blackout ? at least not yet.
Chris Smither On World Cafe
The singer-songwriter returns to the show to play songs from his new two-disc retrospective.
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