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How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan
by Betsy Joles
Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.
Legal Dilemmas Become Human Drama In Ian McEwan's Latest
by Meg Wolitzer
The Children Act by Ian McEwan is about a judge whose ruling decides the fate of a teenager in ways she can't imagine. It's written with McEwan's trademark gracefulness and control.
The Considered Bite: Low-Carb Diets And Our Relationship With Food
According to a new study, cutting back on carbs can lead to weight loss. Dana Goodyear and Jason Sheehan explore how to eat enjoyably, by recommending Tartine Bread and The Gastronomical Me.
Wisconsin Voters Divided On Whether Job Growth Is Enough
by Scott Horsley
GOP Gov. Scott Walker is touting an economic turnaround. But his Democratic challenger, Mary Burke, argues that the state's recovery falls short of what was promised four years ago.
'Fight For 15' Struggles To Organize Fast-Food Workers
by Anne Mostue
The Service Employees International Union ssays that workers will strike in 150 cities to call for the fast food industry to adopt a minimum wage of $15 an hour.
When Wildlife Documentaries Jump The Shark
by NPR Staff
Networks like the Discovery Channel have been criticized for pushing entertainment at the cost of science, with fake "documentaries" about everything from mermaids to mythical monster sharks.
Sen. Kaine: Strikes On Islamic State Must Be Approved By Congress
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., discusses the need for President Obama to seek Congressional approval before moving ahead with military actions against the Islamic State.