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RIP ET: The Legend Of The Long-Buried Video Game

The video game ET is considered one of the worst games ever created. It's so bad that many of the unsold originals are rumored to be wasting away in a New Mexico landfill. Now, filmmakers are on a quest to recover those copies — despite resistance from an environmental agency.

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Opinion

From Our Listeners

Letters: Clarifications And Kids' Risk-Taking

Audie Cornish and Robert Siegel read letters from listeners about the Mexican War of Independence and responses to the claim that American parents are too overprotective.

Letters: Clarifications And Kids' Risk-Taking

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Music

With 10 Songs Of Silence, Band Puts Free Tour On Spotify's Tab

The band Vulfpeck has a new album called Sleepify. The 10-song set is absolutely silent. The Michigan-based funk group is using Spotify's royalty-payment system to fund its upcoming tour.

With 10 Songs Of Silence, Band Puts Free Tour On Spotify's Tab

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Strange News

Fake Chef, Real Recipes — And The Food's Disgusting

Nick Preuher is no chef; he only plays one on TV. More accurately, he has pretended to be one, appearing on various local morning television shows as a prank.

Fake Chef, Real Recipes — And The Food's Disgusting

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News

Putin Speaks, Decries U.S. For 'Experimenting On Rats' In Ukraine

In Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin defended his position on Ukraine. In a news conference, Putin denied that Russian troops are in Crimea but reserved the right to use force in Ukraine.

Putin Speaks, Decries U.S. For 'Experimenting On Rats' In Ukraine

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Opinion

From Our Listeners

Letters: Genetic Experiments And Hopes For Saving Voices

Audie Cornish and Melissa Block read letters from listeners about genetic experiments and the tenuous hopes for voice-banking.

Letters: Genetic Experiments And Hopes For Saving Voices

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National

Obama Announces Task Force To Help Young Minority Men

President Obama is launching a new initiative aimed at helping young black and Hispanic men. He'll sign an executive order that sets up a task force to help keep them in school and out of prisons.

Obama Announces Task Force To Help Young Minority Men

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Europe

Sochi Games Showcase Putin's Hopes And Fears

Russian President Vladimir Putin has invested tens of billions in hosting the Winter Olympics at Sochi, his favorite resort town. We look at why Putin has stacked so much on this event — and what he hopes to gain.

Sochi Games Showcase Putin's Hopes And Fears

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Music

4 Million Forgotten Songs Might Finally Find Ears

According to Spotify data, 20 percent of its songs have never been listened to. Thus was born: Forgotify, a new music streaming service that plays only those forgotten songs.

4 Million Forgotten Songs Might Finally Find Ears

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In The Mailbox, An Uncanny Postscript from Pete Seeger

Months ago, Kim Alexander sent a letter to folk musician and activist Pete Seeger, professing her gratitude for his music and asking his advice. One day after Seeger's death, Alexander found his response waiting in her mailbox.

In The Mailbox, An Uncanny Postscript from Pete Seeger

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Politics

When It Comes To Cuts, Pentagon Claims An Eye On The Future

The Pentagon responds to backlash about the veterans pension cuts included in the proposed congressional budget deal. The cuts, which extend to survivors' benefits and special compensation for combat, have riled veterans groups and several lawmakers.

When It Comes To Cuts, Pentagon Claims An Eye On The Future

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Politics

Hopes Dim For Long-Term Extension To Jobless Benefits

The Senate is still struggling to find a way to pay for an extension of unemployment benefits for those out of work for 26 weeks or more. Majority leader Harry Reid agreed to bring up five Democratic and five Republican amendments in hopes to winning enough Republicans over to get to the 60 votes needed for passage.

Hopes Dim For Long-Term Extension To Jobless Benefits

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Politics

Christie Delivers Statewide Address Under Increased Scrutiny

Embattled New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivered his State of the State address on Tuesday. The address came at an awkward time for Christie, who faces a widening investigation into politically-motivated lane closures at the George Washington Bridge. Christie acknowledged the scandal but tried to steer the conversation toward education and other second-term priorities.

Christie Delivers Statewide Address Under Increased Scrutiny

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Beyond The Bridge, Christie Faces Questions About Sandy Funds

The federal government is investigating the Christie administration's decision to use some funds earmarked for recovery from Superstorm Sandy toward advertisements promoting tourism, which also featured Gov. Christie and his family. The governor is already being scrutinized for a traffic jam apparently ordered by his top staff members, allegedly as political payback. Robert Siegel speaks to Matt Katz about the investigations.

Beyond The Bridge, Christie Faces Questions About Sandy Funds

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