U.S., China Are Tops In Medals Contest
The United States and the host country are tied at 79 overall, but China leads in Olympic gold.
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Bacteria Fingered As Real Killer
In Flu Pandemic Of 1918
A study shows bacterial pneumonia attacking virus-weakened lungs killed most of the 50 million victims of the 1918 flu pandemic. That finding may be good news if another pandemic strikes.
Georgians Show Their Defiance As Russians Remain
Russia is giving little sign of ending its occupation, and some Georgian citizens are finding ways to display opposition.
Boomlet Towns Near Resorts Thrive, Too
Locals forced out of resorts often buy houses nearby — and have their own effect on smaller towns.
A study released this week offers a new insight into competitive athletics. What is it?
Aaron Parks: Atom-Smashing Jazz Accelerator
Parks' "Nemesis" is less about being jazz or rock than it is about providing a sonic environment.
Olympic Race Walkers Get A Last-Minute Upgrade
Beijing organizers install a new race-walking surface after complaints from athletes.
- At Beijing Olympics, Photographers Shine
- Athletes Shift Allegiances For Games
- U.S. Athletes Shine In Individual Sports
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Maine Lobstermen Suffer: Market Drops, Fuel Rises
Lobstermen have seen their catch drop by half while fuel prices have tripled in recent years.
In Struggling Cuba, Signs Of New Opportunities
Changes in Cuba are allowing increased private enterprise on the island, and more opportunities.
Rick Warren Says He Isn't Seeking Oval Office Clout
The influential pastor, who moderated a forum featuring the presidential candidates, says he has "no aspirations to be a political consultant."
Bacteria Fingered As Killer In 1918 Flu Pandemic
Bacterial pneumonia attacked virus-weakened lungs, killing most of the 50 million victims.
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Laurence Fishburne On 'CSI' Ain't No Small Thing
The actor will be joining the cast of the long-running CBS franchise pillar CSI this fall.
Five Songs For A Hot August Night
Seek respite from the late-summer heat with a tall cool one and these five tunes.
Classical Music Is Houston's Best-Kept Secret
Education and musicians in residence fuel a robust contemporary classical scene in the Texas city.
- Stephen And Damian Marley At The Newport Folk Festival
- Aaron Parks: Projecting The 'Invisible Cinema'
- Loudon Wainwright III On Mountain Stage
- Jackie Greene: The New Americana
- Weeping At The Wheel: Crushingly Sad Songs
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An Age Of American Self-Loathing
In Why We Hate Us, NPR's Dick Meyer examines discontent in modern society.
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- The Legacy Of A Nation's 'Native Son'
- An Intensely Imagined Future In 'Inverted World'
- Pelecanos' New Book Takes A Page From The Past
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Hollywood Politics: A Rule of Three
Tinseltown has long recognized the drama inherent in elections. Bob Mondello and Michele Norris talk about great election movies. Plus: The candidates' favorites.
- 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona': Woody Allen, Uninspired
- 'Tropic Thunder': A Category 2 Comedy Disaster
- Indie Filmmakers: The Sky Is Falling
- French Thriller 'Tell No One' Gains Momentum In U.S.
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Paella Perfect: True Flavors Of Spain
Spanish paella prepared on a grill and a glass of cool sangria make for a magical party.
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