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Does Proposition 8 violate the U.S. Constitution? We're at the trial with ongoing coverage on the radio and on our blog.
Haiti Relief Efforts
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KQED has compiled a list of organizations that have motivated relief efforts in Haiti.
California's Water Bill
Where Would the Money Go?
See what the proposed $11.14 billion water bond measure could be funding.
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The California Report
The New United Motor Manufacturing (NUMMI) plant in Fremont is closing next month, and UAW Local leaders are hashing out a severance package. But there's no deal yet.
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NEWS HEADLINES
Perspectives | Feb 9, 2010
Paul Lamb's father is an old-style, take-to-the-streets-with-a-sign activist. He and new-style social networking activists have a lot to learn from one another.
Host: Paul Lamb
Perspectives | Feb 8, 2010
Stephen Lavezzo used to cringe at the rambling stories his father frequently told in his heavy Italian accent. Now, he prays they'll never end.
Host: Stephen Lavezzo
NewsHour with Jim Lehrer
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If EU Countries Default, How Will the U.S. Be Affected?
Paul Solman answers your questions on business and economic news on "The Business Desk."
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Michelle Obama: Team Effort Needed to Halt Childhood Obesity
In an interview with Jim Lehrer, First Lady Michelle Obama said it's critically important for the future of the country to bring childhood obesity under control and encourage more physical fitness.
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Iran Announces Plans to Increase Uranium Enrichment
Iran told the U.N. International Atomic Energy Agency Monday that it would begin enriching its stockpile of uranium to 20 percent purity for a medical reactor, renewing calls from U.S., Russian and French officials for a tougher approach and unified action against Tehran.
BBC News
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New acting president for Nigeria
Nigeria's Vice-President Goodluck Jonathan becomes acting president in place of ailing leader Umaru Yar'Adua.
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Sri Lanka President Rajapaksa dissolves parliament
Sri Lanka's President Mahinda Rajapaksa dissolves parliament to set up early elections, a day after his main rival was arrested.
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Google takes on social network giants with launch of Buzz
Google takes the wraps off its latest social network - known as Buzz - pitting it directly against rival sites such as Facebook and Twitter.
Nightly Business Report
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Thomas Hoenig on Jobs and Rates
NBR anchor Susie Gharib interviewed Thomas Hoenig, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, earlier today. Susie asked Hoenig what it will take to generate strong job growth. Hoenig also talked about the timetable for raising interest rates and the keys to financial regulation. An edited version of the interview airs in tonight's program. You can watch the complete interview here.
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STREET CRITIQUE - Hilary Kramer
STREET CRITIQUE brings you more analysis of Wall Street trends. Join NBR's Tom Hudson as he interviews leading market strategists and financial experts about market movements and forecasts. On Wednesday, February 3rd, Hilary Kramer of A&G Capital Research is Tom's guest.
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Toyota's Jim Lentz on Recall
Toyota has issued a massive recall on about 2.5 million of its vehicles. Today, the company announced a fix for the issue that cause the recall -- a sticky gas pedal. NBR's Susie Gharib talked with Toyota's President of U.S. Sales, Jim Lentz, today and asked him if the fix would work and how he thinks his firm has performed during this crisis. If you missed the interview in tonight's program, you can watch it here. You can also learn more about the recall.
Health Care Reform
Stories and information to keep you abreast of developments in health care reform, from KQED and other public media resources.
Swine Flu
Continuing Coverage
Get the latest public health information and news about the H1N1 virus in California.
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