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Putin Doesn't Appear Worried About Anti-Government Demonstrations In Russia

Anti-government demonstrations are scheduled in hundreds of cities across Russia on Monday, but President Vladimir Putin doesn't appear to be worried.

Putin Doesn't Appear Worried About Anti-Government Demonstrations In Russia

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Macron's Party Projected To Win Massive Majority In French Parliamentary Elections

Projections for the first round of parliamentary elections in France show a sweeping victory for the centrist party of President Emmanuel Macron.

Macron's Party Projected To Win Massive Majority In French Parliamentary Elections

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When Times Are Hard, Paramore Calls On '80s Pep

The members of Paramore (from left: Taylor York, Hayley Williams and Zac Farro) pair upbeat '80s sounds with bleak lyrics on After Laughter. Lindsey Byrnes/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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When Times Are Hard, Paramore Calls On '80s Pep

The trio's new album, After Laughter, sets bleak lyrics against summertime grooves. Taylor York, Hayley Williams and Zac Farro talk about that contrast and having faith in God and each other.

When Times Are Hard, Paramore Calls On '80s Pep

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Her Violin Stolen, A Prodigy's World Became 'Unstrung'

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Her Violin Stolen, A Prodigy's World Became 'Unstrung'

Min Kym had found her perfect partner in a 1696 Stradivarius — until it was snatched in a London cafe. She comes to terms with the loss in her new memoir, Gone: A Girl, A Violin, A Life Unstrung.

Her Violin Stolen, A Prodigy's World Became 'Unstrung'

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Television

'Eyes On The Prize' Producer On Making A Civil Rights Documentary Before Its Time

The 14-part PBS series covered 30 years of the civil rights movement, winning two Emmy Awards and two Peabody Awards. Producer and cinematographer Jon Else says only primary sources were on screen.

'Eyes On The Prize' Producer On Making A Civil Rights Documentary Before Its Time

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Europe

Dutch Voters Divided As Election Signals Another Test For Anti-Immigrant Populism

Voters in the Netherlands go to the polls on Wednesday, March 15, for a general election. Much of the attention is on the anti-immigrant populist party led by conservative Geert Wilders.

Dutch Voters Divided As Election Signals Another Test For Anti-Immigrant Populism

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Movies

'Cries From Syria' Documentary Lays Bare The Conflict's Gruesome Realities

Director Evgeny Afineevsky and Syrian subject Kholoud Helmi talk about the new film, which chronicles the country's descent into civil war after initially hopeful demonstrations of the Arab Spring.

'Cries From Syria' Documentary Lays Bare The Conflict's Gruesome Realities

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Middle East

The Military Strategy Behind Bolstering U.S.-Backed Syrian Forces To Fight ISIS

Michele Flournoy, CEO of the Center for a New American Security, says the Trump administration is sending 400 more U.S. troops to help Syrian Democratic Forces recapture the ISIS-capital of Raqqa.

The Military Strategy Behind Bolstering U.S.-Backed Syrian Forces To Fight ISIS

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Politics

Illinois Congressman On Why He Supports The Republican Health Care Plan

Congressman Rodney Davis of Illinois supports the Republican Health Care Plan that's making its way through the House. But he says that there will likely be hurdles before the bill becomes a law.

Illinois Congressman On Why He Supports The Republican Health Care Plan

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Health Care

American Medical Association Calls Republican Health Care Plan 'Critically Flawed'

Dr. Andrew Gurman, president of the American Medical Association, explains the group's opposition to the Republican Health Care Plan and the bill moving through the House of Representatives.

American Medical Association Calls Republican Health Care Plan 'Critically Flawed'

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National

U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara Fired After Refusing To Resign

Preet Bharara, the federal prosecutor for the Southern District of New York, says he was fired by President Trump after he refused an order to resign.

U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara Fired After Refusing To Resign

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Technology

Ajit Pai Starts To Roll Back Latest Internet Regulations From Obama's Team

The new head of the Federal Communications Commission has taken steps to unravel many of his predecessor's policies. These changes might directly affect consumers and their access to the Internet.

Ajit Pai Starts To Roll Back Latest Internet Regulations From Obama's Team

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Africa

Somalia Elects Popular And Least Corrupt Candidate As President

Somalia has been functioning without an effective government for decades. The new President unseated the incumbent in a surprise upset, raising questions about who he is and what lies ahead.

Somalia Elects Popular And Least Corrupt Candidate As President

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Politics

ICE Says Recent Immigration Raids Are Business As Usual

Immigration raids in California, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Kansas, New York and Texas have immigrant rights groups saying federal officials are cracking down, but ICE says it's not unusual.

ICE Says Recent Immigration Raids Are Business As Usual

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