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PRI's The World - December 1, 2008
Today on The World: President-elect Obama announces top members of his national security team; President Bush marks World AIDS Day at the White House; and we follow the journey of US-sponsored AIDS drugs to patients in Africa.

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PRI's The World - November 28, 2008
Today on The World: The latest on the attacks in Mumbai; Why some Americans are job-hunting in Dubai; And is anti-Semitism on the rise in Spain?

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PRI's The World - November 27, 2008
Today on The World: The latest on the still chaotic scene in Mumbai, India, after yesterday's attacks in the city; Also, a conversation about how the attacks could affect India and it's image abroad; Plus, why American corn may be too popular in Southern Africa.

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Detroit bailout plans make their way to Congress


DETROIT/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Distressed U.S. automakers began submitting plans to Congress on Tuesday as they tried to show that they have a viable future and deserve federal aid, while new reports showed that vehicle sales continued their freefall in November.
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WFIU Local

SPJ joins Trib Star lawsuit

The Society of Professional Journalists has filed a court brief saying it stands behind the Terre Haute Tribune-Star newspaper in a libel case filed by a Clay County Deputy Sheriff. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports...

Satire paper takes aim at Bloomington
Prospective Homebuyers Get Creative, Part II
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Pedaling to the Pacific
Petition keeps Kokomo annexation lawsuit alive


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Ex-prosecutor says Guantanamo is "stain on America"
Chicago leases parking meters for $1.16 billion
Armstrong will not get special security in Tour
Chances of WMD attack in big city greater: report
Fight over adding hormones, labeling milk rages on

Rice flies to India to ease tension with Pakistan
NATO agrees cautious re-warming of Russia ties
Thai court disbands ruling party
Canada government may seek to suspend Parliament
Iraq's "Chemical Ali" gets second death sentence


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Detroit bailout plans make their way to Congress

DETROIT/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Distressed U.S. automakers began submitting plans to Congress on Tuesday as they tried to show that they have a viable future and deserve federal aid, while new reports showed that vehicle sales continued their freefall in November.
Auto sales plunge, slowdown spreads
Hoyer hopes for auto action next week by Congress


Arts and Culture

WFIU Arts
Patrick Swayze denies reports he is near death
Brad Pitt says he's proud of growing family
Britney Spears "Circus" is back -- new album, tour
J.K. Rowling back in stores with charity book


William Itter's Passion for Pottery

Indiana University Emeritus Professor William Itter's love of collecting literally fills his life. WFIU's Yaël Ksander took a tour of Itter's home.

88 Keys to Joy

Pianist Yael Weiss is taking a walk on the lighter side. WFIU's George Walker talked to Weiss about her new CD.




Commentary
Commentary: Teaching In My Dreams

If you haven't said it, you've certainly heard the complaint about Texas schools: "Too much teaching to the (TAKS) test." Commentator Tom Dodge shares your frustration.
Violence Should Not Be The Norm for Children
Commentary: Computer Checkers


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Study finds childhood sleep terrors inherited

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Night terrors, which send children into sudden inconsolable screaming, are at least partially inherited, according to a study published on Monday.

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Nato 'to resume ties with Russia'

Nato agrees to a "graduated re-engagement" with Moscow,four months after talks were frozen over Russia's war with Georgia.

US 'warned India' about Mumbai

The US warned India about a possible threat before last week's Mumbai attacks, US media reports say.

World 'must counter asteroid threat'

A leading UN scientist says countries must work together to tackle the threat of asteroids colliding with the Earth.



Black Friday not looking so black
Retail experts are predicting the weakest holiday shopping season in decades, and consumers' spending on Black Friday isn't changing that view. Today, retail stocks were down. Janet Babin reports.

A big day ahead for the Big 3
On Tuesday, the Big Three automakers are expected to present their bailout proposal to Congress. But in the face of sobering November sales figures, can they keep a united front? Alisa Roth reports.

CNN makes a play on AP's turf
CNN is launching its own news wire service to compete with the long-established Associated Press. It's been in a beta trial run for a month. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.