From Grading Tests To Mixing Beats
Monica Shah's middle school students in the nation's capital don't call her "Ms. Shah," but "DJ Shah."
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Spending Bill Provision Would Provide Big Boost To Party Fundraising
The 1,600-page omnibus spending bill includes language that raises contribution limits to the national party committees, bringing them above the realm of merely wealthy donors. Under the provision, donors can give a party a total of $778,000 — each year, an eight-fold increase.
French Hostage Released After Being Held For 3 Years By Al-Qaida
France has now obtained the release of all known French hostages being held by militants, but critics say there are questions about whether governments should negotiate with hostage-takers.
Journalist: 'Torture Report' Shows CIA's Failure To Police Itself
Audie Cornish speaks with journalist Jane Mayer, author of The Dark Side: The Inside Story of How the War in Terror Turned into a War on American Interests.
Problems With Your Boss? Try A Chat With The Office Chaplain.
Chaplains have long been present on college campuses and in the military but increasingly they can also can be found in the workplace, specially trained to help employees offload office frustrations.
Congressional Plan To Fund Military Comes With A Side Of 'Land Grab'
Material tacked onto the authorization bill adds 250,000 acres of new wilderness, expands national parks, and moves toward a national women's history museum. 'Ethically, it stinks,' says Sen. Coburn.
What Is Torture? Our Beliefs Depend In Part On Who's Doing It.
Researchers are studying how nations and individuals react when they given information that members of their own group have harmed other people, such as through torture. It takes some nimble thinking.
A Toilet No More: NBA Team Changes Arena Plan After Jokes Swirl In
The Golden State Warriors have revised their new arena's design, after critics said that from overhead, at least, the building looked just like a toilet with the seat and lid down.
Mexican Megafarms Supplying U.S. Market Are Rife With Labor Abuses
An investigation by the Los Angeles Times into labor camps on Mexican megafarms reveals appalling conditions. Reporter Richard Marosi says U.S. consumers need to pressure retailers for change.
Why Aren't World Leaders Angrier About Violence Against Women?
That's what South African activist Bafana Khumalo wants to know. He's spoken out for 20 years. He protested at the White House today and will accept an award for his efforts tomorrow.