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Sexual Harassment Case Shines Light On Science's Dark Secret
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Sexual Harassment Case Shines Light On Science's Dark Secret

Renowned astronomer Geoffrey Marcy resigned this week after accusations that he sexually harassed students became public. Researchers are asking why so little is done to stop harassment in science.

John Kerry: Russia Has No 'Easy Track' In Syria

Secretary of State John Kerry spoke at Indiana University on Thursday. "If Russia is [in Syria] to uphold Assad, and fake it with respect to the extremists and terrorists, that's a serious problem," he told NPR's Steve Inskeep. Aaron P. Bernstein for NPR hide caption

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John Kerry: Russia Has No 'Easy Track' In Syria

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John Kerry: Russia Has No 'Easy Track' In Syria

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In The Midst Of War, A Boy Becomes A Soldier In 'Beasts Of No Nation'

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In The Midst Of War, A Boy Becomes A Soldier In 'Beasts Of No Nation'

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Iraq Vet Offers A Heartfelt Lesson For His Student: 'Real Men Cry'

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Iraq Vet Offers A Heartfelt Lesson For His Student: 'Real Men Cry'

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