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The Urban Frontier: Karachi

Karachi: First Stop on 'Urban Frontier' Tour

Karachi, Pakistan, is one of the largest cities in the world. Next week, Morning Edition's Steve Inskeep will explore how this mega-city works. Co-host Renee Montagne talks with him for a preview of a new series on large and growing cities called "The Urban Frontier."

Karachi: First Stop on 'Urban Frontier' Tour

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World

Iraqi Army Pushes into Baghdad Shiite Stronghold

Iraqi forces launch an offensive in Sadr City in northeast Baghdad, the power base of Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr. It's the latest step by the Iraqi government to assert control over the area.

Iraqi Army Pushes into Baghdad Shiite Stronghold

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Election 2008: On the Campaign Trail

McCain's Challenge: Shoring Up Republican Divisions

While the Democratic presidential candidates have been battling through the primary season, the presumptive Republican nominee has been looking ahead to the general election. Sen. John McCain must decide how to navigate between the party's conservative and moderate factions. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Juan Williams about McCain's campaign strategy.

McCain's Challenge: Shoring Up Republican Divisions

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Business

Hello Kitty Tapped for Diplomacy

Hello Kitty, Japan's chubby-cheeked, white cartoon cat is one of the most powerful and lucrative brands in the world. And this week, the fictional character has been selected as an envoy; officials in Tokyo have named her their official tourism ambassador to Hong Kong and China.

Hello Kitty Tapped for Diplomacy

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Economy

Oil Price Check

A plan by Congress to force the Bush administration to stop pumping oil into nation's emergency reserve has not yet stabilized prices. Oil hits a new high at $127 a barrel, and drivers now pay $3.79 a gallon for regular gas. Supply appears to be driving the spike, as the oil cartel OPEC says it will not increase output before its meeting in September.

Oil Price Check

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China Earthquake: A Year Of Recovery

China Begins Mourning Period for Quake Victims

China began three days of national mourning Monday for the tens of thousands of people killed in last week's 7.9-magnitude earthquake. Meanwhile, state media reported that 200 rescue workers were buried in a landslide.

China Begins Mourning Period for Quake Victims

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China Earthquake: A Year Of Recovery

Analysis: Politics of Natural Disaster in China

Co-host Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Frank Langfitt about Monday's earthquake in China. Langfitt has covered China and spent more than five years in the country as a correspondent for the Baltimore Sun.

Frank Langfitt on covering a disaster in China

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China Earthquake: A Year Of Recovery

Deadly China Quake Felt Hundreds of Miles Away

The death toll is expected to rise following an earthquake Monday that struck Southwest China. The state news agency says thousands of people have been killed. An NPR reporting team in Sichuan province, site of the quake's epicenter, reports from the scene.

Deadly China Quake Felt Hundreds of Miles Away

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World

Myanmar Cyclone's Devastation Rivals Tsunami

The death toll in Myanmar continues to climb after a cyclone struck Saturday. Authorities say at least 22,000 people have been killed, and hundreds of thousands are homeless.

Myanmar Cyclone's Devastation Rivals Tsunami

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Election 2008

Analysis: Democrats Attack; McCain Kicks Back

Sen. Hillary Clinton was the sole guest on ABC's This Week, and Sen. Barack Obama was the only guest on NBC's Meet the Press. In contrast, Sen. John McCain spent Sunday at the ballpark, watching his Arizona Diamondbacks get beat by the New York Mets.

Analysis: Democrats Attack; McCain Kicks Back

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World

What Will Come of Talks Between China, Tibetans?

Representatives of the Chinese government and the Dalai Lama met Monday in South China for a second day of talks to try to resolve their differences. Foreign governments have been pressuring Beijing to open a dialogue with the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader after weeks of riots.

What Will Come of Talks Between China, Tibetans?

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Solutions

Oil-Rich Abu Dhabi Builds Renewable-Energy City

In the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi sits on nearly 10 percent of the world's oil reserves. So it may be surprising to hear that climate leaders there have launched a major initiative in sustainability. Masdar, a demonstration city of 50,000 inhabitants, will have a zero carbon footprint.

Oil-Rich Abu Dhabi Builds Renewable-Energy City

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World

Olympic Torch Reaches Hong Kong

The Olympic torch reaches Hong Kong on Friday, and for the first time in its journey, it will be on Chinese soil. Host Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Louisa Lim about Chinese preparations for this leg of the relay.

Olympic Torch Reaches Hong Kong

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Election 2008

2 of 3 Presidential Hopefuls Back Gas Tax Holiday

One of the hot topics on the presidential campaign trail this week has been whether to institute a gas tax holiday this summer. Both John McCain and Hillary Clinton are backing the proposal. Barack Obama calls it a gimmick.

2 of 3 Presidential Hopefuls Back Gas Tax Holiday

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