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Presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain has been courting conservatives by saying he'd appoint conservative judges. But he's also trying to appeal to independents and blue-collar Democrats on issues like global warming. Keene says he is "marginally more reassured" by McCain's efforts to solidify the GOP base in recent weeks.
Hosts Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne read listeners' responses to Morning Edition coverage of the earthquake in China and a new book about political pudowns.
Barack Obama hit the campaign trail in Michigan on Wednesday. That's where former rival John Edwards endorsed Obama for the Democratic Party's nominee. It was the Illinois senator's first campaign visit to Michigan this year. Obama didn't compete in the state's January primary that was outlawed by the National Democratic Party for violating party rules.
In China, new worries are emerging after this week's earthquake. The Water Resources Minister says some dams are cracked and leaking water. One particular dam is of concern.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee heard from international experts Wednesday that sharp increases in food prices could boost the number of hungry in the world by a hundred million people. Some senators called the Bush administration's response to the crisis inadequate.
The President's Council on Fitness and Sports has unveiled a fitness test for adults on the Internet. It's similar to one that students take each year, but instead of getting a certificate signed by President Bush, the adults can see how their scores rank nationally. NPR reporters David Malakoff and Jon Hamilton are put to the test.
Co-host Renee Montagne has this morning's business news.
After Microsoft withdrew its bid for Yahoo, it's been reported that billionaire Carl Icahn bought 50 million shares of Yahoo. Apparently, he wants to see the two companies merge, and he has even launched a proxy contest to get rid of Yahoo's entire board of directors.
Co-host Steve Inskeep has today's Last Word in business.
The earthquake earlier this week in Southwestern China caused the collapse of a middle school that trapped hundreds of students. The school was expanded from two stories to four, which may have contributed to its collapse. Residents of the town think some of the blame goes to local officials, who they say are corrupt.
Hosts Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne recall Morning Edition coverage of this week's news.
President Bush is in Israel to celebrate the country's 60th anniversary. He is using a speech to the Israeli parliament to reiterate his position that Iran must not be allowed to attain nuclear weapons.
Violence between Hezbollah and pro-government forces erupted last week in Beirut and nearby mountain villages. In the aftermath, the government is taking stock of its political influence against Hezbollah in the region, while the citizens bury their dead.
Two top female athletes — tennis player Justine Henin and golfer Annika Sorenstam — this week announced that they're retiring. Henin, who is ranked No. 1 by the World Tennis Association, said Wednesday that she is ending her career at the age of 25. Co-host Steve Inskeep talks to Christine Brennan, sports columnist at USA Today, about the surprising departures of two high-profile figures in women's sports.
Congressional Republicans have lost three special elections this year in districts they would normally win. U.S. Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma is one of the Republicans leading the effort to have the party not lose any more seats this year. Co-host Renee Montagne talks with Cole, chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee.
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Fewer homes are on the market, and less of those homes are because of foreclosure actions by banks and mortgage lenders.
Kevin Johnson bases much of his campaign for mayor on his work at Sacramento High School. What kind of leader was he there? Well, that depends on who you ask.
Modernizing the lottery....a possible sales tax hike.....and more cuts. That’s how Governor Schwarzenegger plans to deal with a multi- billion dollar state deficit.
The reviews so far of the Governor’s budget have been lackluster at best. And as you might imagine both Republicans and Democrats have already pointed out what they won’t support in his plan.
News of the devastating earthquake in China is being closely watched by a group of Chinese students studying at Sacramento State. They're gearing up to offer aid to victims of the disaste
Tony Bennett called her the best jazz singer of her generation. But jazz is just one facet of Chiara Civello's approach to music. The Italian-born singer/songwriter who recently released her second CD performs this week in Davis.
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