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What Arizona's Mexico-born Republican congressman thinks of the border situation
by Mansee Khurana
As part of the "We, The Voters" series exploring immigration, we meet Republican Rep. Juan Ciscomani, a Mexican American representing Arizona's Sixth Congressional District.
China's Market Turmoil Seeps Into The Auto Industry
by Frank Langfitt
There are some indications of price drops, slowing sales and slowing factory production. The bigger question analysts are asking is about over-capacity. Is China just making too much stuff?
Donald Trump Escalates His Fight With The Media
by David Folkenflik
During a news conference in Iowa, GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump had Jorge Ramos of Univision, the largest Spanish-language network in the U.S., thrown out. He was ultimately let back in.
After Scandals, Ireland Is No Longer 'Most Catholic Country In The World'
by Miranda Kennedy
The scandals of recent years have destroyed popular support for the church in Ireland, with many Irish people ignoring the hierarchy's guidance on social issues.
Louisiana Finds Tracking Government Vehicles By GPS Saves Money
by Amy Jeffries
Louisiana has become the first state to track nearly all of its government vehicles. It's hoped to cut down on fuel use and prevent accidents. And, the project is off to a good start.
Authors' Garden Clippings Grow Students' Love Of Literature
by Rebecca Kruth
High school English teacher Jennifer McQuillan spent the summer collecting clippings from the gardens of American authors. She's using them to plant a "literary garden" in her school's courtyard.
Zap Racket Helps Brazilians Deal With Mosquitoes
by Lourdes Garcia-Navarro
Brazilians bedeviled by mosquitoes bat away the nuisances with an electrified tennis racket. (This piece initially aired on June 14, 2015 on Weekend Edition Sunday).
Why Can't We Bet On U.S. Elections? Blame 16th Century Rome
by David Kestenbaum
You can spend millions on lobbyists or ads to influence the presidential election, but it is mostly illegal to bet on who will win the White House. But centuries ago, people bet on the papal election.
London's Big Ben Chimes Are Behind The Times
Big Ben is the name for the giant bell inside Elizabeth Tower. The chimes are slow by as many as six seconds. Mechanics are placing or removing pennies from the pendulum to alter its speed.