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Still No End To Killings In Syria, Tumult In Libya
The Syrian government\'s crackdown against dissenters continues, and Western journalists were killed on Wednesday as forces shelled the city of Homs. Meanwhile in Libya, reports of torture are surfacing, and the interim government is struggling to control a rmed militias. Host Michel Martin talks with Al-Jazeera Washington Bureau Chief Abderrahim Foukara. More at npr.org >>
Marie Colvin Died In Syria While Exposing \'The Horrors Of War
One of two journalists killed today, she spent her life reporting from war zones across the world to illuminate the tragedies and perils that ordinary people caught in extraordinary events face. More at npr.org >>
Homes Sales Jump 4.3 Percent In January
Existing-home sales rose to the highest pace since May 2010, flashing signs of health ahead of the spring buying season. The National Association of Realtors said sales increased 4.3 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.57 million. More at npr.org >>
Top Stories: More Killing In Syria; Nuclear Inspectors\' Mission Fails In Iran
Also: More protests in Afghanistan over burning of Qurans; Greek lawmakers rush to enact austerity measures; GOP presidential candidates gather for another debate. More at npr.org >>
Massey Mine Boss Charged In Deadly Coal Mine Explosion
Federal prosecutors in Charleston, W.Va., have filed the most serious criminal charges yet in the investigation of the April, 2010, coal mine explosion that left 29 mine workers dead. More at npr.org >>
As Polls Tighten, Michigan Voters Weigh Importance Of Social Issues
Mitt Romney has cut deeply into the substantial lead Rick Santorum held earlier this month. Romney\'s campaign and superPAC are flooding the airwaves with attacks on Rick Santorum. More at npr.org >>
So Pinterest Is A Woman\'s World. Does That Matter?
Pinterest, which has drawn lots of media interest and millions of users, has been tagged \"digital crack for women.\" But while most users are female, men are finding ways to use the social media site, like Drew Hawkins\' \"Board of Man. More at npr.org >>
Obama Sings Again: Belts A Bit Of \'Sweet Home Chicago
During an In Performance at the White House concert featuring B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Mick Jagger, Jeff Beck and other blues greats, the president sang along briefly. Catch the video. More at npr.org >>
Rihanna And Chris Brown: The Saga Continues
When the singers released remixes featuring each other this week, the Internet\'s jaw dropped. More at npr.org >>
Obama Administration To Propose Cut In Corporate Tax Rate
Meanwhile, Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney is also said to be about to unveil a new tax-cut plan. More at npr.org >>
Greek Lawmakers Rush To Adopt Promised Austerity
The emergency laws demanded by creditors will further cut incomes and government spending, while revising deficit estimates higher. Meanwhile, Fitch ratings agency downgraded Greece\'s credit rating further into junk status. More at npr.org >>
6 Reasons We\'re Feeling Debate Fatigue
We say we want to get to know our choices. So why do we still whine and whinny about too many debates? Rude audiences, a lack of spontaneity and the boring, lecture-style presentation are taking their toll on viewers. More at npr.org >>
Protests Continue In Afghanistan Over Quran Burnings; Some Killed
The commander of NATO forces in Afghanistan has apologized. But the anger remains. More at npr.org >>
Obama Reportedly Seeking 28% Corporate Tax Rate
The president is proposing to cut the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 28 percent and wants an even lower effective rate for manufacturers, according to a senior administration official. In turn, corporations would have to give up dozens of loopholes and subsidies. More at npr.org >>
Killing Continues In Syria, Two Western Journalists Among Victims
Troops loyal to President Bashar Assad reportedly executed nearly 30 young men in one incident. In the city of Homs, two journalists reportedly died when the building they were in was hit by shells. More at npr.org >>
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