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'Slate' Explainer: Figures on Missing Children

Many news accounts covering the Missouri kidnapping case claim that more than 800,000 are missing in the United States. The figures are fairly reliable, but often misinterpreted.

'Slate' Explainer: Figures on Missing Children

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Science

Explainer: Why Cruise Ships Harbor Viruses

Reports of virus outbreaks on cruise ships have increased in recent years. Why are cruise ships a breeding ground for these viruses? Andy Bowers of the online magazine Slate offers this "explainer."

Explainer: Why Cruise Ships Harbor Viruses

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The Truth About British Spies

Fictional British spies like James Bond are agents of the British National Intelligence Service. But do real British secret agents really have a license to kill? Andy Bowers of the online magazine Slate offers this "explainer."

The Truth About British Spies

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Slate's Explainer: Are Weekend Polls Skewed?

Polls from the past weekend point to a Democratic advantage on Election Day. But some Republicans reject the results because they say weekend polls skew toward Democrats. Andy Bowers of the online magazine Slate explains the logic behind this claim.

Slate's Explainer: Are Weekend Polls Skewed?

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Sen. Lieberman's Future Democratic Relations

Longtime Connecticut Sen. Joseph Lieberman switched his party affiliation from Democrat to independent after he lost the Democratic primary in August. Which leads to the question: Will Lieberman be welcomed back by Democrats in the Senate if gets re-elected?

Sen. Lieberman's Future Democratic Relations

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World

North Korea's Confusing Brand of English

English speakers might be justified for their confusion over the wording of North Korean reports of its alleged underground test of a nuclear device. Slate senior editor Andy Bowers explains the roots of the fractured English spoken in North Korea.

North Korea's Confusing Brand of English

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Religion

'Allhu Akbar': When to Say It, and Why

The four men who attacked the U.S. Embassy in Damascus, Syria, on Tuesday reportedly cried out "allahu akbar!" -- which translates to "God is great" -- during their assault on the embassy's main gate. Three men were shot and killed and the fourth died later.

'Allhu Akbar': When to Say It, and Why

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Who Would Make a False Confession?

Statements by a former school teacher concerning the death of JonBenet Ramsey have not settled the case, but instead have raised serious doubts about the man's confession. Some observers now think John Mark Karr may have fabricated his story. But why would anyone admit to a crime they didn't commit?

Who Would Make a False Confession?

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Opinion

The Immigration Debate

Law Enforcement vs. Church 'Sanctuary'

Slate senior editor Andy Bowers explains whether church claims of "sanctuary" from law enforcement are recognized under law. An illegal immigrant has taken refuge in a Chicago-area church in hopes of avoiding deportation.

Law Enforcement vs. Church 'Sanctuary'

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Blood Alcohol and Gibson's Impaired Judgment

Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker Mel Gibson issued a statement asking the Jewish community to help him battle his problems with alcohol. The statement comes days after his arrest for drunken driving, when he reportedly launched into an anti-Semitic tirade in front of deputies. Slate senior editor Andy Bowers explores how Gibson's blood-alcohol level at the time of his arrest might have affected his judgment.

Blood Alcohol and Gibson's Impaired Judgment

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Analysis

The Best Way to Drop Propaganda Leaflets

Israeli planes are dropping leaflets onto Beirut bearing anti-Hezbollah messages and warning residents to avoid Hezbollah facilities or gathering places, for their own safety. Slate senior editor Andy Bowers discusses whether the best way to use propaganda.

The Best Way to Drop Propaganda Leaflets

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Why Are We Calling It Mumbai?

India's financial capital used to be called Bombay. Now it's Mumbai. We get an explanation of the reasons behind the name change -- which not all media organizations have adopted -- from Andy Bowers of the online magazine Slate.

Why Are We Calling It Mumbai?

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Analysis

Ken Lay, Stress and Heart Attacks

Ken Lay, founder and former chairman of Enron, died Wednesday of a heart attack. His death comes two months after he was convicted of conspiracy and fraud. Slate senior editor Andy Bowers explains the link between mental stress and heart attacks.

Ken Lay, Stress and Heart Attacks

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Law

Slate's Explainer: Long Verdicts in Russian Courts

Defendants on trial for the deaths of 300 people in the deadly Russian school siege at Beslan started hearing their verdict last Tuesday -- court officials are still reading it, almost a week later. Slate senior editor Andy Bowers explains why it takes so long for a verdict to be read in Russian court.

Slate's Explainer: Long Verdicts in Russian Courts

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