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Obama Tweaks U.S. Vision For Fight Against Terrorism
May 24, 2013 | NPR · President Obama discussed America's counter-terrorism strategy — including the use of drones and the prison at Guantanamo Bay — during an address at the National Defense University on Thursday. He rejected the idea that the country can fight an open-ended "global war on terror."
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Political Attacks Ramp Up In U.S. Senate Race In Mass.
May 24, 2013 | NPR · In Massachusetts, what's been a relatively lackluster campaign to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Secretary of State John Kerry is heating up. Veteran Democratic Rep. Ed Markey is running against Republican Gabriel Gomez, a businessman and former Navy SEAL. Gomez is a political newcomer.
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Documentary Introduces The Man Behind WikiLeaks
May 24, 2013 | NPR · David Greene talks to filmmaker Alex Gibney about the new documentary We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks. In 2006, Julian Assange launched WikiLeaks and encouraged anyone in the world to pass on information that might expose government secrets.
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Obama: Sexual Assault Has No Place In The Military
May 24, 2013 | NPR · President Obama delivered the commencement address at Annapolis on Friday, challenging the U.S. Naval Academy graduates to help redefine national defense in the 21st century.
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Week In Politics: Obama And Drone Strikes
May 24, 2013 | NPR · Melissa Block speaks with political commentators E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss highlights from the national security speech delivered by President Obama on Thursday.
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Battered Jersey Shore Pins Recovery Hopes On Summer Season
May 24, 2013 | NJN · Seven months after Hurricane Sandy slammed into the Jersey Shore, Asbury Park is still waiting for insurance and federal aid money. In the meantime, it borrowed $10 million to repair the waterfront in time for the critical Memorial Day weekend.
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Working Women On Television: A Mixed Bag At Best
May 18, 2013 | NPR · Research shows that prime-time television isn't a bad place to find portrayals of working women. Working moms and working women over 40 are another story.
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Political Takeaways: Headaches For The White House
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Controversies dominated this past week's political headlines, leaving the Obama White House on the defensive, trying to contain any lasting damage. Host Rachel Martin talks with NPR's Mara Liasson.
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Samsung Is On A Roll, But Can It Beat Apple?
Mar 21, 2013 — The company's long-term position in the smartphone market is complicated because of its historical association with hardware. One analyst says that what really matters to consumers are the software and new experiences.
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'Addictive' Cigarette Smoking Games On Smartphones Target Kids
Oct 23, 2012 — Researchers have found dozens of free apps on iPhones and Androids that promote and glamorize smoking. Many of the apps target children and teens by using cartoons, celebrities and games. Health experts say these apps, downloaded by millions of people, violate bans on tobacco advertising.
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Mobile Payment Apps Put Wallets In Phones, Not Pockets
Oct 28, 2011 — The new Google Wallet app lets shoppers who own Android smartphones pay at the counter with a mere wave at the cash register — and without receiving a pocketful of change in return. It's a sign that the use of smartphones as wallets is finally catching on in America.
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Android 2.0: Rebuilt & Redesigned
Apr 1, 2011 — NPR News for Android 2.0. A rebuilt and redesigned app to give you a new NPR experience. A new interface with new features and the same great stories.
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It's Not You, AT&T iPhone, It's Me
Feb 12, 2011 — With the end of AT&T's exclusive hold on the iPhone, one customer reflects on a painful breakup.
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Army Tests Smart Phones For Battle Readiness
Dec 15, 2010 — Android phones and iPhones could be standard kit for the Army's soldiers if tests show that they are ready for combat.
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Motorola Splitting Into Two Companies
Nov 30, 2010 — Electronics pioneer Motorola Inc. will divide itself on January 4, 2011, becoming Motorola Mobility and Motorola solutions.
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Apple Apostasy, Android Apologia (Or: Why I like My Android Phone)
Jun 7, 2010 — While the Apple iPhone hogs the spotlight, Google's Android platform is quietly winning fans with its style, substance and low cost.
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NPR, Android and You: Join NPR's Open Source Community
Jun 2, 2010 — NPR launched its Android app six months ago. Now we want you to help make it better. Join our open source community.
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Want To Help Report The Oil Spill? There's An App For That
May 26, 2010 — Oil Reporter, a new mobile phone app, allows users to report oil sightings along the Gulf Coast.
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