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80 Prisoners Still At Large In Brazil After Jail Riot

4:14pm January 02, 2018

by Philip Reeves

Dozens of prisoners remain at large after a New Year's Day riot at a jail in central Brazil. Nine prisoners were killed. The violence erupted when rival gangs at the prison clashed.

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National

'Time's Up' Aims To Give Women Support Across All Industries

4:14pm January 02, 2018

A new initiative to combat sexual harassment was launched on New Year's Day. It's called Time's Up, and has the force of 300 prominent women from the entertainment industry behind it. Time's Up aims to give women support across all industries, not just Hollywood. It also includes a legal defense fund, spearheaded by lawyer Tina Tchen, former chief of staff to first lady Michelle Obama.

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How The Russia Investigation Might Evolve In 2018

4:14pm January 02, 2018

by Philip Ewing

The incredibly broad Russia imbroglio shows no signs of stopping in 2018. A look at four big storylines in the new year and what directions the stories may take.

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Peter Martins Leaves New York City Ballet Amid Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct

4:14pm January 02, 2018

by Jeff Lunden

In a letter to the New York City Ballet, Peter Martins announced he has decided to retire as its artistic director and head of its school. The announcement follows allegations from current and former dancers of sexual misconduct and physical abuse.

Science

Encore: Testing For A Marijuana High

3:41pm January 02, 2018

Rae Ellen Bichell reports on scientists' efforts to develop a reliable test for marijuana intoxication. This story was originally broadcast on All Things Considered on Aug. 6, 2017.

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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani speaks in a cabinet meeting in Tehran on Sunday. After a wave of economic protests swept major cities, Rouhani said people have the right to protest, but those demonstrations should not make the public "feel concerned abou

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The Key Players In The Iran Protests

3:31pm January 02, 2018

A primer on the multiple factions, and what they have at stake, in the demonstrations in Iran.

The Josephine Shaw Lowell Memorial Fountain at Bryant Park in New York City was frozen on Tuesday, as New Yorkers return to work after the holiday break.

National

Extreme Cold Grips Much Of The U.S.

3:04pm January 02, 2018

by Camila Domonoske

2018 is off to a frigid start. From Texas to the mid-Atlantic to the Ohio Valley, temperatures are significantly lower than average, with sometimes fatal consequences.

Has the protein in cow's milk gotten a bad rap when it comes to risk of diabetes?

Health & Safety

Study Finds No Link Between Baby Formula Made From Cow's Milk And Diabetes Risk

2:30pm January 02, 2018

by Richard Harris

Researchers found children fed formula with whole-milk proteins had no greater risk for developing Type 1 diabetes than those fed formula containing broken-down proteins.

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller pictured at the ceremonial swearing-in of FBI Director James Comey at the FBI Headquarters October 28, 2013, in Washington, D.C.

The Russia Investigations: 4 Big Storylines To Watch In 2018

2:11pm January 02, 2018

by Philip Ewing

The Russia roller coaster appears likely to deliver another set of twists and turns in the new year. Here's what you need to know — buckle up.

Hoda Kotb poses with guests outside of the Today show studios in 2014. Kotb has just been named co-anchor of the show, replacing longtime co-anchor Matt Lauer.

Hoda Kotb Named Co-Anchor Of 'Today' Show, Replacing Matt Lauer

1:53pm January 02, 2018

by Camila Domonoske

Kotb has filled in for Lauer since he was fired in late November for inappropriate sexual behavior. Now it's official: Kotb and Savannah Guthrie are Today's first all-female anchor team.