As Attacks Mount, Israelis Describe Lives Lost And Families Shattered
Several recent Israeli victims of Palestinian attacks recount the violence and how it is fueling tensions in the long-running conflict.
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Hey, New Teachers, It's OK To Cry In Your Car
Getting through October and November can be tough for first-year teachers. Having someone along for the ride can help, and a veteran teacher near Miami offers hope and advice.
Vatican Says Rumors About Pope's Health Are Attempt To Undermine Him
The doctor named in the Italian reports is Takanori Fukushima, a neurosurgeon who lives in North Carolina. He denies the claims.
In D.C. And China, Two Approaches To A Streetcar Unconstrained By Wires
D.C. has struggled to roll out a streetcar line that uses both overheard wires and off-wire, battery power. In southern China, though, a new supercapacitor-powered tramline is already up and running.
Want A Financial Adviser? Here Are Some Things To Look For
Picking someone to help you plan for retirement can be challenging. The fees can add up quickly. But a good adviser can help protect you from your instincts when markets turn volatile.
Pakistan Prime Minister Expected To Discuss Nuclear Security Concerns With Obama
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is in Washington this week to meet with President Obama. His visit comes amid news that the Obama administration is trying to work out a deal with Pakistan to limit its nuclear arsenal.
Former National Security Adviser: U.S. And Russia Must Work Together In Syria
Zbigniew Brzezinski, who served as national security adviser to President Jimmy Carter, argues that the U.S. and Russia must work together in Syria. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Brzezinski about diplomatic options for the two countries.
Do E-Signatures Change How People Think Of Documents?
New research finds that e-signatures can potentially make people behave in more dishonest ways. It turns out people are less willing to lie and cheat when they handwrite and sign their full names instead of using an e-signature, computer generated user code or other form of identity verification.
The Great Onion Corner And The Futures Market
Farming is unpredictable. So many farmers count on complicated financial agreements to ensure they have a steady source of income. But one time, these futures markets led to two investors owning almost all of the onions in the Midwest. And the legacy of that wild tale helps us understand the essential intersection of farming and finance.
Benghazi Panel: Witch Hunt Or Search For Truth?
Not only Hillary Clinton has a lot at stake in how her appearance goes Thursday before the House Select Committee on Benghazi. So too does the panel. Democrats says its aim is primarily to damage Clinton's presidential bid. Republicans say they're trying to get to the truth about Benghazi. Today's their chance to show who's right.