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Jordanian Prince To Challenge 4-Term FIFA Chief For Presidency

10:42am January 06, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein said he is running against incumbent Sepp Blatter because he believes "it is time to shift the focus away from administrative controversy and back to sport."

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Lebanon Imposes Restrictions On Syrian Refugees

10:34am January 06, 2015

On Monday, Lebanon imposed new visa-like restrictions on Syrian refugees entering the country. Steve Inskeep talks to Ron Redmond, a spokeman for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.

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2 Promising U.S. Skiers Killed In Alps Avalanche

10:34am January 06, 2015

Coaches and friends are mourning the loss of two American prospects in World Cup skiing. Linda Wertheimer talks to Sasha Rearick, head coach of the U.S. ski team.

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Euro's Drop Raises Questions About Its Long-Term Prospects

10:34am January 06, 2015

The Euro fell to a nine-year low against the dollar on Monday as investors worried about Europe's economic doldrums. Linda Wertheimer talks to Callum Williams of The Economist.

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2 Americans Face Charges Over Gambia Coup Attempt

10:34am January 06, 2015

by Jackie Northam

Two U.S. citizens are charged with trying to overthrow the government of the tiny West African nation of Gambia. The charges stem from a December 30 coup attempt.

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Tony McMichael has written more than 300 papers on how erratic weather and climate can cause health problems. He died in September.

Tribute: The Man Who Linked Climate Change To Global Health

9:32am January 06, 2015

by Joanne Silberner

Dr. Tony McMichael was a lonely crusader. He wanted governments to pay attention to ways that earth's changing climate will affect the health of all — with the poor likely to suffer the most.

Dr. Simmi Mahesh is the main doctor at the clinic, which opened four years ago. It now reaches out to 100 villages, up from 77.

A Haven In A Land Of Unsafe Abortions

9:31am January 06, 2015

by Photographs by Poulomi Basu

In India, abortions are legal. But women are often afraid or ashamed to seek an abortion. And for rural women, there may not be a facility nearby. Here is the story of one woman's decision.

Dr Dieudonne Masemo Bihehe and Dr. Tina Amissi are physicians at Panzi Hospital in Bukavu, now doing research through ICART, a new research center to support Congolese scholarship.

In The World's Rape Capital, Doctors Fight Violence With Science

8:17pm January 05, 2015

by Gregory Warner

A new research center in the eastern Congo is giving doctors the resources to investigate the causes and impacts of rape — and to determine which interventions actually help women recover and thrive.

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The British theater company 1927 performs its latest play, Golem, based on the character from ancient Jewish folklore. The troupe's trademark is vintage style combined with distinctive animation.

The Theater Company Is 1927; The Technology Is Cutting Edge

7:40pm January 05, 2015

by Ari Shapiro

The British troupe 1927 has used vintage style and distinctive animation to make a name for itself in London and beyond. Its latest play is Golem.

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Rev. John Harmon preaches at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, D.C.

How Ebola Took A Toll On One American Church

6:49pm January 05, 2015

by Anders Kelto

Congregants at Trinity Episcopal Church come from many countries, including in West Africa. No one had visited the virus-stricken nations, yet fearful worshippers began skipping services.

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