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Jul 5, 2008
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NPR Topics: News Economy Often Leads Us Down Wrong Path The spate of bad economic news has changed the way we make economic decisions. NPR's Yuki Noguchi visits a used car dealership where drivers are trying to unload their gas guzzlers. Then, economist Dan Ariely discusses why so many of us make economic decisions that are so wrong. Venus Williams beats her younger sister Serena at Wimbledon on Saturday. On Sunday, Roger Federer faces Rafael Nadal on the men's singles side. Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated talks about the tournament. Sunni and Shiite leaders will meet in Iraq with Martin McGuinne, the deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland and former IRA leader, and Cyril Ramaphosa, the South African negotiator who helped end apartheid. They have been meeting privately with Iraq's politicians for two years to try and hammer out an agreement on reconciliation. NPR Senior News Analyst Daniel Schorr weighs in on the week's news: the rescue of former Colombian presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt; Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe's re-election; Barack Obama's comments about "refining" his Iraq policy; the shake-up in John McCain's camp; and the death of former Sen. Jesse Helms. June was the deadliest month for U.S. troops since the war in Afghanistan began in 2001. Much of the spike in violence is attributed to a resurgent Taliban and al-Qaida. Richard Clarke, a top counterterrorism adviser, talks about how the United States could reduce the threat from these groups. More top news (npr.org)
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NewsHour with Jim Lehrer | PBS
Analysts Consider Obama on Iraq, Legacy of Jesse Helms
Columnist Mark Shields and Ramesh Ponnuru debate the potential impact of presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama's statements on Iraq and other news, including the death of Sen. Jesse Helms.
Marine, Author Reflect on Somber Role of Honoring Fallen Comrades
Author Jim Sheeler and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Steve Beck talk about Sheeler's book, "Final Salute," which chronicles the Marines who notify families about the death of their loved ones during war and provide support as families cope with their loss.
Historians Weigh the Role of a Vice Presidential Candidate
As the race between presumptive nominees Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama continues to heat up, historians look to past races to weigh the advantages and disadvantages brought to a national ticket by a vice presidential candidate.
U.S. Attack in Afghanistan Kills 22 Civilians, Local Officials Claim
A U.S.-led airstrike killed 22 civilians in Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province local officials said on Friday. U.S. officials said they had no reports of civilian casualties in the strike, saying they had fired on militants shooting mortars at an American base.
Divisive Conservative Firebrand Jesse Helms Dies at 86
Former Sen. Jesse Helms, one of the staunchest conservative champions in politics for more than 50 years, died Friday after a period of declining health, ending the life of one of the most divisive politicians in generations.
Analysts Consider Obama on Iraq, Legacy of Jesse Helms
Columnist Mark Shields and Ramesh Ponnuru debate the potential impact of presidential hopeful Sen. Barack Obama's statements on Iraq and other news, including the death of Sen. Jesse Helms.
Marine, Author Reflect on Somber Role of Honoring Fallen Comrades
Author Jim Sheeler and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Steve Beck talk about Sheeler's book, "Final Salute," which chronicles the Marines who notify families about the death of their loved ones during war and provide support as families cope with their loss.
Historians Weigh the Role of a Vice Presidential Candidate
As the race between presumptive nominees Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama continues to heat up, historians look to past races to weigh the advantages and disadvantages brought to a national ticket by a vice presidential candidate.
U.S. Attack in Afghanistan Kills 22 Civilians, Local Officials Claim
A U.S.-led airstrike killed 22 civilians in Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province local officials said on Friday. U.S. officials said they had no reports of civilian casualties in the strike, saying they had fired on militants shooting mortars at an American base.
Divisive Conservative Firebrand Jesse Helms Dies at 86
Former Sen. Jesse Helms, one of the staunchest conservative champions in politics for more than 50 years, died Friday after a period of declining health, ending the life of one of the most divisive politicians in generations.
BBC News
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Mbeki holds Harare crisis talks
South Africa's Thabo Mbeki holds talks in Zimbabwe with President Mugabe and leaders of a breakaway opposition faction.
'Many killed' in Syrian jail riot
Violent clashes between guards and inmates at a Syrian jail have resulted in many deaths, human rights group say.
Waxwork Hitler beheaded in Berlin
A man is arrested after tearing the head off an Adolf Hitler figure, as a new Madame Tussauds branch opens in Berlin.
Nigeria footballer's brother kidnapped
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap the brother of star Nigerian and Everton football player Joseph Yobo, police say.
Argentine MPs approve farm taxes
Argentina's lower house of Congress approves taxes on agricultural exports, which farmers have vowed to resist.
Mbeki holds Harare crisis talks
South Africa's Thabo Mbeki holds talks in Zimbabwe with President Mugabe and leaders of a breakaway opposition faction.
'Many killed' in Syrian jail riot
Violent clashes between guards and inmates at a Syrian jail have resulted in many deaths, human rights group say.
Waxwork Hitler beheaded in Berlin
A man is arrested after tearing the head off an Adolf Hitler figure, as a new Madame Tussauds branch opens in Berlin.
Nigeria footballer's brother kidnapped
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap the brother of star Nigerian and Everton football player Joseph Yobo, police say.
Argentine MPs approve farm taxes
Argentina's lower house of Congress approves taxes on agricultural exports, which farmers have vowed to resist.
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