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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
China Is Weak And Bloated By Government Investment, Experts Say
Steve Inskeep talks to Anne Stevenson-Yang, founder of J Capitol Research, and Patrick Chovanec, of Silvercrest Asset Management, about how the changes in China's economy are affecting U.S. business.
Greek Islanders Struggle To Aid Refugees Without Losing Tourists
by Joanna Kakissis
Many residents on Kos feel sympathy for refugees that have arrived on their shores, but locals also worry that the crisis could destroy the tourist industry which provides the bulk of their income.
In Rome, Reported Mafia Don Has Lavish Funeral
It included an antique horse-drawn carriage and rose petals dropped from a helicopter. Government officials were angry that this was the message sent as 60 alleged mafia members had trial dates set.
Shooting Range To Add Restaurant That Sells Alcohol
The owner tells WFTV in Daytona Beach, Fla., that no guns will be allowed in the restaurant. And people who've been drinking are banned from the range.
Virtual Summer Camp Uses 'Minecraft' To Teach Digital Skills
by Kasey Saeturn
While some kids go to summer camp, others opt for a virtual camp. It uses the Minecraft video game to teach engineering skills, basic coding and how to be a good citizen in the digital landscape.
Bumgarner Leads Trend: Big League Pitchers Who Can Hit
Major League Baseball is dominated by specialists but San Francisco's Madison Bumgarner upsets convention. David Greene talks to Giants' broadcaster Jon Miller about Bumgarner and pitchers with bats.
Chinese Government Looks To Assign Blame In Warehouse Explosions
by Frank Langfitt
Official Chinese news media report that two owners of the Tianjin warehouses, the site of explosions that killed more than 100 people, confessed to using political influence to avoid safety rules.