California, U.K. Enter Global Warming Pact July 31, 2006 • California and Great Britain agree to become partners in the fight against global warming. The deal was sealed at the port of Long Beach, where British Prime Minister Tony Blair and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger promised to share clean-air technology and research. California, U.K. Enter Global Warming Pact Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5596413/5596414" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Young People and the Media For Toddlers, a World Laden with Advertising July 31, 2006 • For many weary parents of preschoolers, television can be a godsend. And some of the programming might even be educational. But some experts say that even the most positive children's television can carry messages that aren't good for children. For Toddlers, a World Laden with Advertising Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5569423/5595067" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Education A Georgia District's Schoolkids Are Back in Class July 31, 2006 • Many students around the country still have weeks left of vacation, but for students in Rockdale County, Ga., the school year began today. The early start is part of a trend of shortened summer breaks in some pockets of the country. Susanna Capelouto of Georgia Public Broadcasting reports. A Georgia District's Schoolkids Are Back in Class Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5595485/5595486" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Health Legacy of a Heat Wave July 31, 2006 • Heat waves like the one currently sweeping the nation have an impact on public health, especially among the poor and elderly. Michele Norris talks with Eric Klinenberg, author of Heat Wave: A Social Autopsy of Disaster in Chicago. The Health Legacy of a Heat Wave Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5595500/5595501" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Culture Gibson Apologizes for Outburst After Arrest July 31, 2006 • Actor Mel Gibson has issued an apology for remarks he reportedly made after being arrested for driving under the influence early Friday. The arresting officer reported that Gibson unleashed an anti-Semitic rant and attempted to flee the scene. Gibson Apologizes for Outburst After Arrest Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5595512/5595513" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Census Bureau Adopts GPS to Find American Homes July 31, 2006 • If the budget allows, the Census Bureau will be out with GPS devices in 2009 to pinpoint every American dwelling. The collected data is confidential, but some private companies might challenge that law. Census Bureau Adopts GPS to Find American Homes Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5590541/5590547" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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World NATO Takes Charge in Southern Afghanistan July 31, 2006 • NATO forces take control of security forces in southern Afghanistan, which has been plagued by terrorism and violence. A U.S.-led coalition had previously controlled the area. Some 8,500 troops will be in the area when the NATO contingent is at full force. NATO Takes Charge in Southern Afghanistan Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5594881/5594882" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Impact of War After Afghanistan: Amputee Rebuilds Life in America July 31, 2006 • Army Sgt. Tim Brumley says he had expected things to be pretty quiet in Afghanistan, where he was deployed last year after 10 months in Iraq. But he ended up losing his foot after being wounded in a major firefight with the Taliban. After Afghanistan: Amputee Rebuilds Life in America Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5594809/5595349" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Space Search Is on for Original Apollo 11 Footage July 31, 2006 • The first moon landing was broadcast around the world. But very few people saw the best-quality tape -- and they could be the only ones to see this footage if the original tapes are not found. A group of retirees has made it their mission to search for the missing Apollo 11 tapes. Search Is on for Original Apollo 11 Footage Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5578853/5591124" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Supremes' Wilson Reflects on 'Impostor Groups' July 31, 2006 • Mary Wilson, one of the founding members of The Supremes, discusses reunion acts that tour with few or none of the original members. Supremes' Wilson Reflects on 'Impostor Groups' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5594235/5594236" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Photo Op Visions of Two Lebanons July 31, 2006 • Photos from an American freelancer living in Beirut capture how the war between Hezbollah and Israel is affecting the largely Christian north and the Muslim south in very different ways — and also how the tragedy links both sides. Visions of Two Lebanons Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5594662/5594757" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Katrina & Beyond Texas Targets Louisiana Felons for Arrest July 31, 2006 • The attorney general of Texas is asking Louisiana officials to issue warrants for felons who fled Katrina by evacuating to Texas. Authorities in Texas say hundreds of felons have remained in their state illegally and are a threat to public safety. From member station KUT in Austin, Larry Schoolar reports. Texas Targets Louisiana Felons for Arrest Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5593628/5593629" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Middle East General: Israel Must Defend Itself July 31, 2006 • Just hours after the U.S. announced that Israel had agreed to a 48-hour suspension of its air attacks, the Israeli air force again struck targets in southern Lebanon. Brig. Gen. Ido Nehushtan speaks with Renee Montagne about Israel's strategy. He says Israel is not under "a full suspension" of aerial bombing. General: Israel Must Defend Itself Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5593625/5593626" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Arkansas Court Rules in Favor of Gay Foster Parents July 31, 2006 • The Supreme Court of Arkansas has overturned the state's regulation banning gays from becoming foster parents. The court ruled that the ban was based on morality, and that sexual orientation has no negative effect on a foster child's welfare. Jacqueline Froelich of member station KUAF reports. Arkansas Court Rules in Favor of Gay Foster Parents Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5593652/5593653" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Business Credit Card Companies Accused of Antitrust Breach July 31, 2006 • Mastercard and Visa collect billions of dollars in fees each year from the nation's retailers. Merchants have long complained about the way those fees are determined. A lawsuit accusing Mastercard and Visa of antitrust violations is expected to go to trial in Brooklyn soon. Credit Card Companies Accused of Antitrust Breach Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5593640/5593641" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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