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Recent tensions between the U-S and Russia have led to renewed efforts to find common ground between the two countries. Last weekend a congressional delegation that included North Carolina Representatives Howard Coble and Brad Miller visited Moscow to meet with members of the Russian Parliament, called the Duma. Congressman Coble says talks focused on national security, intellectual property rights, and international adoptions. He says there has been increased tension between the two countries on the adoption issue. More
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Joanne Spencer was 12 when Thriller came out and spent hours in front of the TV memorizing and mimicking his moves. She grew up and became a professional dancer and never fully appreciated the influence Michael Jackson had on her until he died. Now she's doing her best to honor him and share his music with her kids. Also: the owner of a small baseball team learns how deeply its roots run in a community. More
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Radio producer John Biewen’s new documentary series surveys a year in the lives of five families across the country who still work the land. All next week, “The State of Things,” will be airing that series. Today, we offer a behind-the-scenes look at what's to come. More
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