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May 31, 2004

Saudi Officials Investigate Shooting

Saudi forces searched for evidence of suspected Al Qaeda militants, three of whom fled after a shooting rampage and hostage standoff that killed 22 people.

Corruption and the Russian Police

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We speak to reporter David Filipov of the Boston Globe about corruption in the Moscow police department.

Memorial Day Activities

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We check in on Memorial Day activities.

Prisoner of War Speaks

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We speak to an American veteran about his time as a POW in Iraq.

Ad Watch

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We review some of the presidential television ads for veracity.

My Uncle

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Host Robin Young writes about her uncle, a World War II veteran.

Grilling

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Last minute tips…

Music and War

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We look at music about war with critic Scott Alarik.

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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Musician John Fullbright at Here & Now studios at WBUR in Boston. (Jesse Costa/Here & Now)

Okemah, Okla., is the birthplace of folk legend Woody Guthrie. It’s also the hometown of singer-songwriter John Fullbright, who at just 24, is already being compared with folk great Townes Van Zandt.

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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Florida's linebacker Michael Taylor (15) gets a hand full of jersey as he tries to bring down Quinton Dunbar (1) during the first half of the Orange & Blue football game  in Gainesville, Fla. (AP)

Division one universities spend a lot on their sports programs, but only a handful make enough money from sports to stay in the black.

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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Singer-songwriter Tom Rush. (Muffett/Flickr)

Ever since folk singer Tom Rush recorded his version of Murray McLauchlan’s “Child’s Song” about a young man leaving home, it’s become not only a concert staple for Rush but also a part of many graduation ceremonies.

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