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More billionaires than ever ranked in Forbes' annual list. Here are the top 10

6:33am April 01, 2025

by A Martínez

There are now more than 3,000 billionaires in the world, according to Forbes' annual ranking of the wealthiest people. They collectively hold about $16.1 trillion in wealth.

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Poll: Commonly Misheard Song Lyrics

A poll in Britain says the No. 1 misheard lyric is Abba's "Dancing Queen." Instead of diggin' the dancing queen, many people hear it as kicking the dancing queen.

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Calif. Politician Disputes Misdemeanor Charges

Santa Rosa Supervisor Efren Carrillo is accused of being a peeping Tom. He says while it was true that he was only wearing socks and underwear at the time, he says he wasn't looking in windows.

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World News

Israel Suspends Peace Talks After Palestinians Reach Unity Deal

by Emily Harris

The Israeli security cabinet came to the decision unanimously, angered by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas's decision to end a seven-year schism with the Hamas movement.

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Syria Is On Track To Meet Chemical Weapons Deadline

by Michele Kelemen

The most dangerous chemicals in its declared stockpile are supposed to be removed by Sunday. But there are reports Syria may be using less toxic chemicals, including chlorine, against civilians.

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'Ladies Home Journal' To End Monthly Publication

The women's magazine published its first issue in 1883. The Journal will live on with quarterly and special-interest publications. It will only be sold at newsstands, no subscriptions.

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U.S., Japan Make Progress Toward Trade Deal

After two days of negotiations, U.S. and Japanese officials say they're closer to an agreement to bring Japan into the Trans-Pacific Partnership — a proposed trade deal with 12 Pacific rim nations.

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Education

Alternatives Emerge To Affirmative Action

Opponents of affirmative action have often touted alternatives, like socio-economic based admissions, or targeted outreach. David Greene talks to University of Washington professor Mark Long.

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Economy

Small Businesses Fight Big-Box Stores By Specializing

by Sonari Glinton

As online and mega stores take up more of the retail landscape, small mom-and-pop shops are getting more specific. We examine one of the ways small stores are looking to survive and possibly thrive.

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World News

U.S. Ramps Up Aid To Syrian Rebels

by Tom Bowman

The U.S. is increasing both arms and training assistance to the Syrian rebels. Advocates of the program say they hope to change the situation on the ground, others doubt it will help much.

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Morning Edition

Weekdays 5:00-9:00am

More billionaires than ever ranked in Forbes' annual list. Here are the top 10

Poll: Commonly Misheard Song Lyrics

Calif. Politician Disputes Misdemeanor Charges

Israel Suspends Peace Talks After Palestinians Reach Unity Deal

Syria Is On Track To Meet Chemical Weapons Deadline

'Ladies Home Journal' To End Monthly Publication

U.S., Japan Make Progress Toward Trade Deal

Alternatives Emerge To Affirmative Action

Small Businesses Fight Big-Box Stores By Specializing

Colleges Move To Ban Selfie Taking At Graduation Ceremonies

Amsterdam Mayor May Ban Pot In Red Light District, Court Says

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U.S. Ramps Up Aid To Syrian Rebels