Zika Virus Spurs Concerns Over Summer Olympic Games In Rio
The International Olympic Committee is sending an advisory to participants on how to deal with the mosquito-borne virus. The games in Rio de Janeiro begin in 189 days.
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For-Profit Colleges Seeking Veterans' GI Bill Dollars Aren't Always The Best Fit
There are growing calls for leading universities as well as community colleges to do more to attract and serve those who served.
Reaction To U.N. Envoy's Video Shows Difficulties Of Syria Peace Talks
The U.N.-sponsored talks begin today in Geneva, five years into Syria's civil war. A message from the U.N. envoy for Syria hasn't necessarily helped matters.
'Affluenza Teen' To Remain In Juvenile Detention For Now
The decision by a judge in Texas was a blow to prosecutors. They wanted Ethan Couch, who was deported Thursday from Mexico, to be held in an adult jail while he awaits a hearing next month.
How Do Voters Really Feel This Election? We Asked
Angry. Anxious. Hopeful. These are some of the responses we received from social media and public radio stations around the country.
Activists Demand A Bill Of Rights For California Farm Workers
Labor organizers are urging boards of two of the biggest farming counties in the state to adopt a Farm Worker Bill of Rights to protect them from wage theft, abuse and health and safety threats.
To Shine A Light On Salary Gaps, Obama Wants Companies To Disclose Pay Data
The proposal would require companies with more than 100 employees to submit data, affecting more than 63 million workers.
Miners Rescued In China After 36 Days Underground
Four miners who survived a gypsum mine collapse in eastern China had been trapped since late December.
The Fragile Peace Of An Iraqi City Once Run By ISIS
ISIS has been driven out of Tikrit and most residents have returned. But armed Shiite groups are becoming entrenched in the Sunni city, an arrangement that's led to trouble elsewhere in Iraq.
Trump-less Debate Sets A New Standard, But With A Familiar Outcome
Donald Trump remained the focal point for many debate questions and responses. He also did well on social media, scoring more Google searches and Twitter/Facebook mentions than debate participants.