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White House Fence Jumper Made It Farther Into Building Than Reported

12:20am September 30, 2014

Rachel Martin speaks with Carol Leonnig of The Washington Post, who found that the recent fence jumper at the White House, Omar Gonzalez, got much farther into the building than previously reported.

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Ashraf Ghani (second from left) stands next to Afghanistan's Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah (left) and two deputy officials as he takes the oath during the inauguration ceremony at the presidential palace in Kabul on Monday.

Afghanistan's New President: 'Hold Me Accountable'

8:01pm September 29, 2014

by Scott Neuman

Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai takes over from Hamid Karzai after a disputed election that forced a unity government with rival candidate Abdullah Abdullah.

California Enacts 'Yes Means Yes' Law, Defining Sexual Consent

7:29pm September 29, 2014

by Bill Chappell

The new law requires an "affirmative consent" and states that consent can't be given if someone is asleep or incapacitated by drugs or alcohol.

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Tensions Flare Again Between Police, Protestors In Ferguson

6:30pm September 29, 2014

by Stephanie Lecci

A protest on Sunday night in Ferguson, Mo., led to a tense confrontation. Earlier in the weekend, two officers were shot. Police insist the shootings had nothing to do with Michael Brown's death.

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Modi Galvanizes Indian Diaspora On U.S. Visit

6:30pm September 29, 2014

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rock star's welcome at Madison Square Garden over the weekend. Journalist Mitra Kalita is following his visit and speaks with Rachel Martin.

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Mike Trout and Los Angeles Angels have been named favorites to reach the World Series, as have Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers. They're seen here when the two teams played in August.

Who Will Win The 2014 World Series?

6:05pm September 29, 2014

by Bill Chappell

If the oddsmakers are right, two Los Angeles teams will be the only ones left standing when the World Series begins in late October. But back east, some fans are pulling for a Beltway Series.

Kevin Wierhs and Susan Johnson confer about what works and what doesn't in managing diabetes.

To Prevent Repeat Hospitalizations, Talk To Patients

5:00pm September 29, 2014

by Sarah McCammon

Part of each hospital's income now hinges on keeping patients with chronic conditions healthier outside the hospital. One medical center has hired nurses and social workers to act as health coaches.

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New York City police officers stand guard in Times Square earlier this month after a blog affiliated with the so-called Islamic State militants mentioned the area as a target for bombing.

For Police, A Debate Over Force, Cop Culture And Confrontation

5:00pm September 29, 2014

by Martin Kaste

When it comes to police using force, what is acceptable and when? And are police too aggressive? Cops say they're trying to survive, but reformers say aggressive cop culture is making things worse.

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Justin McCowan poses for a portrait outside of his house in Santa Monica, Calif., on Aug. 14.

Death Cuts Short The Life Of An Alzheimer's Research Volunteer

4:45pm September 29, 2014

by Jon Hamilton

Justin McCowan wanted to help find a cure for Alzheimer's because it's more common in people like him who have Down syndrome. He died in his sleep last week at age 40.

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The good old days: A flight attendant serves coffee and sandwiches to a passenger on board an American Airlines flight, circa 1935.

A Bumpy Ride: Airplane Food Through The Decades

3:12pm September 29, 2014

by April Fulton

The food on U.S. planes has gone from bad to nonexistent in coach class. But airplane meals have had ups and downs before. Now, airports and food delivery services are aiming to close the gap.