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Pharma reps have visited doctors for decades. What impact does it have on patients?
by Sydney Lupkin
A economic research study shows that oncologists' prescribing habits change after they've been visited by pharmaceutical sales reps — and it also shows the changes do not extend patients' lives.
A Michigan children's hospital is overwhelmed with RSV and flu cases
by Kate Wells
At a children's hospital in Michigan, the staff is struggling to treat the surge of RSV and flu cases in children. Some parents say they have been turned away from emergency rooms for days.
Newt Gingrich thinks the GOP needs to stop underestimating Biden
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich about how President Biden has been able to complete his goals in a divided House.
Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema leaves the Democratic Party
by Susan Davis
Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent. Her decision will not affect the Senate's balance of power but raises questions about her political future.
How Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision to register as an independent affects the Senate
Arizonia Sen. Kyrsten Sinema has announced she's leaving the Democratic Party and registering as an independent. What does this mean for the Senate's balance of power?
Italy's prime minister sues journalist for defamation
by Sylvia Poggioli
Italy's prime minister Giorgia Meloni is suing writer Roberto Saviano for defamation. Saviano has lived under police protection since 2006, after death threats for his book on the mafia in Naples.
Indonesia passes a new criminal code that prevents extramarital sex
by Julie McCarthy
Indonesia has passed a new criminal code that prevents anyone in the country from having extramarital sex and restricts political freedoms.
Netflix releases the long-awaited documentary series, 'Harry & Meghan'
by Linda Holmes
Netflix released three episodes of the long-awaited documentary series, "Harry & Meghan." The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share their love story in the series.
Washington TV reporter Pat Collins is retiring after 49 years
Pat Collins, known for being a quirky Washington TV reporter, is retiring after 49 years.
A scientific survey takes a look at 'vocal mimicry' in parrots
A new scientific survey takes a close look at the ability of parrots to mimic human words and phrases.
Stax Records Co-Founder Jim Stewart died Monday at age 92
by Neda Ulaby
Stax Records Co-Founder Jim Stewart built a soul powerhouse from a Memphis, Tenn. label. He died Monday at age 92.
Movie Review: 'Empire of Light'
by Bob Mondello
"Empire of Light" is director Sam Mendes' tribute to cinema. Actress Olivia Colman plays a slowly unraveling employee at Britain's Empire Theater in the 1980s.