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Plymouth And Provincetown, After The Pilgrims
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Ford Motor Co.Automakers Help Aging Drivers Travel More Safely MR
()Some car companies are developing high-tech solutions to help older people drive more safely and let them hold on to their car keys longer. Ford uses special "aging suits" and virtual reality to help designers and engineers see aging drivers' limitations.
Man Stuck In Utah Cave Dies Despite Rescue Efforts
The 26-year-old died nearly 28 hours after getting trapped in a hole while exploring the cavern.
()As high-school football kicks off around the country, we want to document the people behind the game and the rituals that surround it. Tell us your stories.
NPR tracks significant events and developments in the Obama administration.
Patient And Provider Perspectives
For Public, Affordability A Key Issue In Health Bill()
The debate in Washington over how much the health care overhaul bills will cost has largely centered on the bottom line for the federal government. But polls repeatedly show Americans are much more concerned about how a reshaped health care system will affect their own family's financial situation.
Business
AIG Resolves Legal Battle With Former Chairman()
November 25, 2009 The insurance company has been fighting Maurice "Hank" Greenberg ever since he was ousted amid an accounting scandal in 2005. AIG said it will pay up to $150 million in past legal fees and expenses for both Greenberg and former Chief Financial Officer Howard I. Smith.
The Shootings At Fort Hood
Did A File Error Stall FBI Inquiry Into Hasan?()
November 25, 2009 NPR has reconstructed what officials did or didn't do over the past year with regard to Maj. Nidal Hasan, the alleged Fort Hood shooter. Sources say it's likely that the FBI, which looked into Hasan last winter, may have missed clues about his character because it got information from the wrong Army file.
Politics
Fla. Gov. Crist Fights Back In Battle For Senate Seat()
November 25, 2009 Florida Republican Gov. Charlie Crist is hoping to move to Washington, but his first challenge is to win his party's nomination in next year's Senate race. His rival, conservative former state house Speaker Marco Rubio, has been gaining ground, but Crist's campaign has begun to fight back.
Health Care Innovations
How Health Overhaul Might Impact Premiums()
November 25, 2009 If a Democratic health bill passes, certain individuals and small businesses initially would pay more for insurance, while others would pay less, experts predict. But the long-term outlook is less clear.
Law
In Sept. 11 Trial, Lots Of Evidence, But No Slam-Dunk()
November 25, 2009 Prosecutors have plenty of evidence to support allegations that Khalid Sheikh Mohammed masterminded the Sept. 11 attacks, including multiple confessions. But it won't be easy getting most of it into federal court. The accused terrorist most likely won't go free, but the trial could be a long, tough battle.
