French Court Clears Dominique Strauss-Kahn In Pimping Case
The court said the former head of the International Monetary Fund did not promote or profit from the prostitution of seven women.
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Charges Recommended For Cleveland Officers Who Fatally Shot 12-Year-Old
Tamir Rice was carrying a replica gun outside a recreation center in the city in November when he was killed by two police officers.
Hogwarts Hops The Pond: Rowling Reveals U.S. Version Of Wizards' School
In a series of tweets with fans, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling confirmed that Americans will (eventually) have their own fictional version of the legendary school of witchcraft and wizardry.
A Good But Not Great New Season For Netflix's 'Orange Is The New Black'
Netflix debuts 14 new episodes of prison dramedy Orange Is the New Black. NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans says the show remains compelling, despite the loss of a powerful character from last season.
Businesses Are Hanging Up On Voice Mail To Dial In Productivity
It was a workplace necessity not long ago. Now voice mail is the latest mode of communication to be phased out by the digital age. Companies big and small are cutting it to save time and money.
Do Critics Of Violence And Sex In HBO's 'Game Of Thrones' Miss The Point?
As HBO's Game of Thrones airs its fifth season finale Sunday, NPR TV Critic Eric Deggans asks if some critics of the show's violence and sexuality should reconsider past criticisms.
Should Tanning Bed Warnings Take A Cue From Graphic Cigarette Labels?
Graphic images showing the effects of melanoma, combined with photos promoting the positives of avoiding indoor tanning, were more persuasive than standard text warnings.
IRS Announces Effort To Fight Fraudulent Tax Returns
The agency will work with tax prep companies to fight identity theft. Measures include reviewing data that identify the computer and the IP address from which a return is filed.
Dreams From My Mother: Clinton To Look To Mom In Campaign Kickoff
The Democrat will also trace her own personal history as she tries to appeal to the Obama coalition of voters in her campaign launch on Saturday.
With 2-1 Finals Lead, What's LeBron James' Secret Motivation?
James is averaging more than 40 points a game, and with him leading the way, his team isn't looking like the underdog these days. But observers wonder what's fueling his on-court rampage.