The Impact of War Report: Strained Military Resulting in Abuse, Neglect July 31, 2007 • The ongoing U.S. war on terrorism continues to strain military servicemembers and families. A Journal of the American Medical Association study released Tuesday finds that deployments have resulted in increased rates of child abuse and neglect. Report: Strained Military Resulting in Abuse, Neglect Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385667/12385670" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Impact of War Army Answers to Family Problems from War July 31, 2007 • Dolores Johnson, director of Family Programs for the Army, says the Army is taking measures to help families better cope with the stresses of deployment and to prevent abuse. A new study shows an increase in the rate of child abuse when one parent is deployed. Army Answers to Family Problems from War Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385672/12385673" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Rice, Gates Hold Talks with Arab Officials July 31, 2007 • Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Defense Secretary Robert Gates hold a day of talks with Arab officials in Egypt and Saudi Arabia to seek support on Iraq and try to revive the Mideast peace process. Rice, Gates Hold Talks with Arab Officials Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385664/12385665" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Groups Call for Alaska Senator to Leave Committees July 31, 2007 • Two Congressional watchdog groups Tuesday called on Sen. Ted Stevens (R-AK) to step down from his seats on the Senate's Commerce and Appropriations committees. The senator is being investigated as part of a political corruption inquiry. Groups Call for Alaska Senator to Leave Committees Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385643/12385646" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Technology Wireless Auction to Change Cell Phone Pay Structure July 31, 2007 • The Federal Communications Commission has approved rules that will clear the way for the opening of the most important airwaves auction to date. The event will affect the pay structure on cell phones and other mobile devices. Wireless Auction to Change Cell Phone Pay Structure Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385678/12385679" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Federal Panel on Voter Fraud Scrutinized July 31, 2007 • The Election Assistance Commission, a small group with the responsibility of finding good voting technologies and distributing federal funds, is being examined by congressional committees. It drew Democratic complaints when it reported that the amount of vote fraud is unclear. Democrats point to the commission consultant's report, which says there is little fraud. It's an issue that splits along the Democratic/Republican divide. Federal Panel on Voter Fraud Scrutinized Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12385655/12385656" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Sports Bonds Feels the Love in San Francisco July 31, 2007 • Barry Bonds and the San Francisco Giants take on their archrivals, the Dodgers, Tuesday night in Los Angeles. The harsh treatment Bonds can expect in that city is a far cry from the "Barry love" he receives at home in San Francisco. Bonds Feels the Love in San Francisco Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12374713/12374714" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Lawmaker Ted Stevens' Home Searched by Agents July 31, 2007 • On Monday, federal agents reportedly searched the home of Sen. Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), just outside Anchorage. The subject of the probe is a 2000 renovation job that was overseen by an executive from a prominent local oil services company. Hear NPR's Martin Kaste Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12374673/12374674" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Town Subsists Alongside Nuclear Power July 31, 2007 • The town of Seabrook, N.H., has been defined by its nuclear power plant for decades. Residents and officials share their thoughts on the pros and cons of living with nuclear power. Town Subsists Alongside Nuclear Power Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12374681/12374682" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Environment Cities Take On Kyoto Challenge to Cut Emissions July 31, 2007 • More than 600 mayors across the nation have pledged to try to meet the target for cutting greenhouse gas emissions set by the Kyoto Protocol. Observers say it won't be easy with the soaring emissions rates of the last decade. Cities Take On Kyoto Challenge to Cut Emissions Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12375985/12377689" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Cities Take On Kyoto Challenge to Cut Emissions Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12375985/12377689" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
The Tastes of Summer Summer Food: Blueberries, Texas Caviar, Tomatoes July 31, 2007 • For many listeners, summer food is epitomized by fruits of the vine, tree, bush and stalk. They share stories about grandmothers and "blueberry slump," gardens and "Texas caviar," and a bittersweet tale of tomatoes, champagne and a light bulb. Summer Food: Blueberries, Texas Caviar, Tomatoes Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12374510/12376825" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Immigration Debate In Deadly Desert, Border Crossers Opt for Capture July 31, 2007 • U.S. officials say increased border security has resulted in fewer immigrants entering the country illegally. But a large number are dying as they attempt to get in. Recently, one group survived an attempt to cross the scorched terrain — mostly because they got caught. In Deadly Desert, Border Crossers Opt for Capture Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12373928/12374317" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Law Future Uncertain for Former Guantanamo Detainees July 31, 2007 • As rumors circulate about the closing of the U.S. detention camp at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, many detainees find themselves trapped in legal limbo. Many are barred from returning to their countries of origin, and those who can return home face consequences ranging from unemployment, to ostracism, to torture. Listen to this 'Talk of the Nation' topic Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12380361/12380362" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Joint Chiefs Nominee Expects More Results in Iraq July 31, 2007 • While there has been steady progress on the military front, there has only been limited headway in achieving reconciliation among Iraq's political factions, nominee Navy Adm. Michael Mullen says. Mullen testifies Tuesday before the Senate Arms Services committee.
Politics FBI Searches Home of Alaska's Sen. Stevens July 31, 2007 • Federal agents photographed the home of U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens during a search related to a public corruption probe, law enforcement officials say. Stevens, 83, is under investigation for his relationship with Bill Allen, an oil field services contractor who was convicted this year of bribing state lawmakers. Hear NPR's Martin Kaste Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/12372251/12374674" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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