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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Another School Shooting in America, and More
In today's On the News segment: A California school shooting happened at exactly the same time television networks were covering Vice President Joe Biden’s remarks about gun control; the …
Obama to Accelerate Handover to Afghan Army
Washington may draw down its remaining 66,000-troop force in Afghanistan more quickly than previously planned.
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Guns Sales Soar in US as Nation Weighs Tougher Limits
The possibility that the federal assault weapons ban might be reinstated spurred sales of semiautomatic rifles with military-style features.
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Three Years Later, Haiti Still Struggling Due to Failures of International Community
Three years after its massive earthquake, Haiti continues to struggle with lack of funding and UN caused cholera outbreak.
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Walmart Empire Clashes With China
As the Walmart empire grows overseas in China the same mistreatment of workers takes place, inciting mass protest from Chinese workers.
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Five Changes to Medicare to Watch for in 2013
Tracey Compton gives you five new Medicare benefits to look out for in 2013.
We Share Life in Kabul
Martha Hennessy shares her experiences with the Afghan Peace Volunteers.
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More Aging US Coal Plants Hit the Chopping Block
In Georgia, coal plants are being shut down in an effort support and clean energy campaign that is gaining a lot of support.
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A Guantanamo Prisoner Is Buried as New Details About His Death Begin to Surface
The mystery of how Adnan Latif died alone in his cell remains locked in the files of Gitmo.
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Industry Consultants Warn Frackers: Do Not Underestimate the Global Anti-Fracking Movement
New report advises the industry to quell opposition by reforming its practices.