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Farewell From Host Liane Hansen

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Farewell From Host Liane Hansen

After 22 years hosting Weekend Edition Sunday, this is host Liane Hansen's last show. "I've never been any good at goodbyes," she says. "They are awkward at best, or they are too sad to contemplate. So, instead, as I hang up my headphones today, I'd prefer to say thank you."

Farewell From Host Liane Hansen

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Lessons From Liane: Be Patient, Give People Props

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Lessons From Liane: Be Patient, Give People Props

Liane Hansen is hosting NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday for the last time on May 29. She first came to NPR in 1979 as a production assistant on All Things Considered. After working various jobs in public broadcasting, she rose to the host chair of Weekend Edition Sunday in 1989. Host Michel Martin speaks with Hansen about her accomplishments, bucket list and future plans.

Lessons From Liane: Be Patient, Give People Props

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Music Articles

Back To Work, Detroit Symphony Strikes Up The Band

After a bitter, six-month strike by members of the Detroit Symphony, an agreement was ratified and concertgoers flocked to a free concert Saturday. Host Liane Hansen reports that another capacity crowd is expected at a performance Sunday.

Back To Work, Detroit Symphony Strikes Up The Band

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Digital Life

The Implications Of The New Netflix Streaming Deal

Netflix recently announced a deal to run an original TV series House of Cards on its Internet streaming service. That you don't have to leave your couch to rent a movie has made cable networks and Hollywood studios nervous. NPR's Laura Sydell tells host Liane Hansen what the deal means.

The Implications Of The New Netflix Streaming Deal

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Remembrances

Geraldine Ferraro And Her 'Moment In History'

Host Liane Hansen discusses with NPR's Cokie Roberts the career of Geraldine Ferraro, the first woman to be nominated for vice president in the U.S. Ferraro died on Saturday at age 75. Roberts remembers the atmosphere the 1984 Democratic convention when Walter Mondale named Ferraro as his running mate.

Geraldine Ferraro And Her 'Moment In History'

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World

Ivory Coast Experiences Civilian Casualties

As the deadly political power struggle continues in Ivory Coast, the volatile neighborhood of Abobo has become a violent flashpoint. Forces loyal to the two men who claim to be president have repeatedly clashed — and civilians have gotten caught in the crossfire.

Ivory Coast Experiences Civilian Casualties

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World

A Snapshot Of Syrian Protests

As revolution sweeps the Middle East, Syria has become a focal point of protest. Host Liane Hansen talks to Joshua Landis, director of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Oklahoma. Landis writes a blog of Syrian politics and culture.

A Snapshot Of Syrian Protests

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Energy

Energy Think Tank: Nuclear's Future Is OK

The recent accident at Japan's Fukushima nuclear power plant won't hurt the nuclear power industry because of rapidly growing demand in China, India and other developing nations, according to an article in The Atlantic Monthly. Host Liane Hansen talks to article author Jesse Jenkins of the Breakthrough Institute, an Oakland, Calif., a think tank.

Energy Think Tank: Nuclear's Future Is OK

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National

Cherry Blossom Festival Under Way In D.C.

Host Liane Hansen describes the sights and sounds of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, which started this weekend in the Nation's Capital. The event is tinged with sadness this year. Cherry blossoms symbolize rebirth and renewal and this year, rebuilding for Japan.

Cherry Blossom Festival Under Way In D.C.

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Conflict In Libya

Tiny Italian Island Faces Flood Of Refugees

The Italian island of Lampedusa just north of Libya is chaotic: food and water are scarce and there are nearly as many boat people from Tunisia as inhabitants. The first boatload of migrants landed on Saturday, and they could be the first wave of Moammar Gadhafi's threat to flood Europe with millions of migrants.

Tiny Italian Island Faces Flood Of Refugees

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Conflict In Libya

In Libya, Rebel Forces Push West

After taking the town of Ajdabiya, rebels have now moved in to Brega and, according to reports from there, they continue to move forward toward Ras Lanuf. In Tripoli, the government of Moammar Gadhafi called the loss of territory "a tactical retreat."

In Libya, Rebel Forces Push West

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National

Ariz. Shooting Suspect's Family Must Also Grieve

Rep. Gabrielle Giffords continues to recover in a Houston hospital. Her husband, Mark Kelly, says that he's open to meeting with the parents of the man who allegedly shot his wife. Kelly recently told ABC News, "They've got to be hurting ... as much as anybody." Host Liane Hansen reflects on what the parents of Jared Loughner have experienced since the Tuscon shootings.

Ariz. Shooting Suspect's Family Must Also Grieve

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Music Articles

New Vivaldi Sonata Debuts (Again) After 250 Years

Antonio Vivaldi is back in London, or at least his signature is. It helped authenticate two previously unknown violin sonatas, one of which will be performed Sunday afternoon at the Liverpool Hope University.

New Vivaldi Sonata Debuts (Again) After 250 Years

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Business

New Businesses Lead Las Vegas Recovery

In part two of our series on the Las Vegas economy, we focus on businesses that may redefine and diversify the area's economy and help it emerge from the harsh recession. Tourism and gambling remain the city's lifeblood, but new industries, including alternative energy and health care, are bringing new revenue to Las Vegas.

New Businesses Lead Las Vegas Recovery

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