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Npr: Hidden Treasures Hawaii Custody Battle
The Bishop Museum in Honolulu is in a quandary. Do they display ancient, rare artifacts from Hawaii's history, or do they return these items to the sacred burial caves per the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act?
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Npr: The Star Spangled Battle of Baltimore
NPR interviews a historian about the events leading up to the writing of the United States national anthem (Star-Spangled Banner). Learn why the Battle of Baltimore was a turning point in the War of 1812.
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Npr: 'Folly of Empire' Offers Critique of Us Imperialism
NPR provides a lengthy book excerpt on imperialism in the U.S. The author presents the Philippine occupation, the Spanish-American War, World War I and II, and the Cold War as times in history when America was involved in imperialism--...
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Npr: Weighing Key Issues in Campaign 2004
NPR correspondents endeavor to identify the candidates' true positions on key issues of Campaign 2004. Iraq, Taxes, The War on Terrorism, the Environment, and health care are discussed.
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Npr: Math and the Mona Lisa
Did Leonardo da Vinci use math to create his famous portrait of the Mona Lisa? Open an audio file and listen to an interview with two scientists who have uncovered the mystery behind the Mona Lisa's smile.
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Npr: Central America's 'Cocaine Republics'
NPR reports on the escalating problem of drug trafficking in the Central American countries. This is a three-part series that looks at the countries once known as 'Banana Republics' that are "becoming 'Cocaine Republics'."
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Npr: African American Women in Congress
NPR answers a question concerning the number of African American women that have served in Congress.
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Npr: Bantu Refugees Adjust to New Lives in America
More than 11,000 Somali Bantus had arrived in the U.S. as of March 20th, 2005. This article discusses some of the adjustments the refugees faced.
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Npr: Salk Polio Vaccine Conquered Terrifying Disease
NPR celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of the first polio vaccine by providing a timeline that begins in 1800 with an outbreak of infantile paralysis, photos, facts, and personal interviews.
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Npr: Voice From the Past on Lincoln Anniversary
The Civil War seems so ancient to us, but we can actually hear recordings made by Civil War soldiers! The Library of Congress interviewed Gen. Julius Howell in 1947 about his experiences in the Civil War. Listen to his remembrances about...
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Npr: Sherman Alexie, "Sitcom American"
Morning Edition interviews Sherman Alexie about the influences on his work. Real Player or Windows Media Player needed to listen.
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Npr: Nutrition Labels for Fast Foods
Read about 2003 legislation that "would require fast-food outlets and other restaurant chains" to provide information about fat and calories with the food served. This site includes several links to articles on food labels, healthy...
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Npr: How Al Qaeda Has Evolved Since Sept. 11
Some years have passed since 9-11 and our face to face look at Al Qaeda. What do we know about the organization now and what does it want? 7/05
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Npr: An American History of Disaster and Response
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, NPR discusses past natural disasters in U.S. history, the challenges and the rebuilding. From the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 to Hurricane Andrew in 1992, read about the events that changed peoples lives.
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Npr: Uss Alligator's Mysterious Designer
The USS Alligator was the U.S. Navy's first submarine in the Civil War. There's a mystery surrounding its inventor and the innovative technology involved.
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Npr: Bush,the Cia and America 'State of War'
NPR examines the domestic spying program of the Bush Administration and the President's relationship with the CIA by providing an excerpt from a new book by reporter James Risen entitled "State of War: The Secret History of the CIA and...
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Npr: Mozart's Mass in C Minor
An interview with Nicholas Kenyon, author of "The Faber Pocket Guide to Mozart," that takes us through his favorite recording of Mozart's C minor mass.
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Npr: Budget at Odds With Bush Health Clinic Plan
News article from March, 2006, on President George W. Bush's plan to increase funding to health care centers. There are also links to other health care articles.
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Npr: Bush Faces Hurdles in Health Care Reform
In an article from February, 2006, George W. Bush's health care reform, Medicare, and Medicaid strategies are covered. Analysis of difficulties ahead for his plan is also given.
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Npr: Rising Gas Prices and the 2006 Vote
Radio report from August, 2005, discusses the potential role of the rising gas prices on the 2006 election. This report also discusses the role of gas prices had on the 1980 election with Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. Nice site to...
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Npr: Venezuela's Chavez Calls for Opec Production Cuts
News report on OPEC conference, possible ramifications of an oil cut, and differences in opinion within OPEC over policy. This audio report is from June, 2006.
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Npr: Demand Likely to Drive Gas Prices Higher
Interesting interview with an economist and his forecast of gas prices if the U.S. continues its present rate of consumption.
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Npr: Roberts' Court Produces More Unanimous Decisions
An extremely captivating radio report discusses the phenomenon of consensus on the Roberts-led U.S. Supreme Court, in his first year as Chief Justice. Seventy percent of the cases have been decided unanimously. Audio plus text of...
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Npr: Alito Confirmed as Newest Supreme Court Justice
Audio report from NPR discussing the confirmation of Samuel Alito as Supreme Court Justice. Report is from January, 2006.