Florida Teacher Embarks On Mission To Teach Students Table Manners
One teacher in Florida has made it her mission to help students have a better chance of succeeding in life through teaching them etiquette and table manners.
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The Art Of The Pitch: Vendors Hawk Items At The Ohio State Fair
Many people go to the fair to ride the tilt-o-whirl or eat funnel cake. NPR's Planet Money team traveled to the Ohio State Fair to witness the ancient art of product salesmanship.
Big Bird, Bowie And Muppets: Museum Of Moving Image Honors Jim Henson
The New York museum opened a permanent exhibition on the work of the late Jim Henson, including a Big Bird puppet, David Bowie's costume from Labyrinth and Muppets, all gifts of Henson's estate.
In New Orleans, State Of Emergency Continues After Heavy Flooding
A state of emergency remains in effect in New Orleans after heavy flooding last weekend. Storms inundated the city's drainage system, and the fallout has led to resignations and frustrations with a system that failed during Hurricane Katrina.
Netflix, ABC Portrayals Of Autism Still Fall Short, Critics Say
Two new TV series feature main characters who have autism. While some are applauding the fresh take on the disorder, others worry that the shows send the wrong messages.
4-H Is Helping Kids Plant The Seeds For Healthy Relationships
4-H is going beyond the county fair, offering kids workshops on how to navigate the romantic world and form healthy dating habits.
California Court Orders Venture Capitalist To Reopen Disputed Beach
"This is not simply a win for surfers in San Mateo County," said Surfrider Legal Director Angela Howe. "This is a win for all of the beachgoing public."
Success In Placing Shelter Dogs Takes More Than Temperament Tests
Blogger Alva Noë talks with a dog trainer who says the need to give shelters, handlers and adopters the resources required to keep dogs and people supported and safe is critical in the process.
What Could Happen If Trump Formally Declares Opioids A National Emergency
The president has already called the opioid crisis an emergency. If he makes it official through a formal declaration, more money and personnel could be available to deal with the epidemic.
ISIS Used eBay As Part Of Terror Network, Unsealed FBI Affidavit Shows
The network operated by a senior Islamic State official used fake eBay and PayPal transactions to funnel money to an alleged U.S. operative, who has pleaded not guilty to supporting a terror group.