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Police called in to break up confrontations at UCLA campus protest
Police were called to the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles after fighting broke out this morning between some pro-Palestinian demonstrators and counter-protesters.
In France, Journalists Debate Whether To Publish Photos Of Terrorists
Renee Montagne talks to Sylvie Kauffmann, editorial director of the French newspaper Le Monde, about the debate over whether to publish photos of terrorists.
MTV's Rewinding The '90s With A New Channel
The '90s are back! Pokémon has taken over the world again. A Clinton is running for president. And now, MTV is reviving '90s favorites like Beavis and Butt-head on a new channel, MTV Classic.
Will This 'David' Go Under Cover?
An important vote is expected soon in Russia. St. Petersburg residents will decide on dressing a 16-foot replica of Michelangelo's David. A woman complained the naked statue "warps children's souls."
A Republican View Of The Democratic Convention
As the Democratic convention closes, Morning Edition looks at the Republican response and the general election ahead.
Hillary Clinton's Convention Balancing Act
In her acceptance speech, Hillary Clinton had two big jobs to do — take down Donald Trump and reintroduce herself to a public who now views her as unfavorably as they do her GOP rival.
When A Game Show Contestant Almost Won Too Much Money
by Keith Romer
There's an art and a science to running a business that has to pay out money, like a casino or insurance firm. See how game shows craft the appearance of risk while trying to limit it.
Trump's Cyber Comments Rouse The Democrats
As they bolster their case that Hillary Clinton is ready to be commander in chief, Democrats are seizing on Donald Trump's comments seemingly encouraging Russia to use cyber-espionage against Clinton.
At Democratic Convention, Making The Case For Hillary Clinton's Readiness
Big hitters like President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden called on the nation to support Hillary Clinton last night. Her campaign chair John Podesta looks at the path from Philadelphia to the White House.
In His Convention Speech, Obama Sees 'A Fundamental Choice'
Thursday night at the Democratic convention will be Hillary Clinton's night, but Wednesday night was President Obama's. He framed the election as a battle of values — a contrast to the GOP message.
From On Air To On The Court
Kareem Maddox, the afternoon radio host for KUNC in Colorado, is dropping the mic and grabbing a basketball again. The former Princeton player is signing a contract to play professionally in Poland.
Turkey Clamps Down On Media After Coup Attempt
by Peter Kenyon
Turkey's clampdown on the media continues in the wake of a coup attempt. The latest government decree — issued under a state of emergency — says nearly 130 media outlets are to be closed.