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Statement Over 'Three-Fifths' Creates Full Controversy

Weekend Edition guest host Don Gonyea talks to Leslie Harris, associate professor of history at Emory University, about the controversy triggered by Emory President James Wagner's praise for the "three-fifths compromise" of the U.S. Constitution. The notorious measure decreed that slaves were three-fifths of a person.

Zombie Series Continues

The Sunday Bloody Sunday series at the Omaha Community Playhouse explores the possibilities of real-life zombies.The three-part series began last week. It…

Becoming Fools

The Omaha Film Festival kicks off next Wednesday at the Regal Stadium 16. Among the documentaries in this year’s Festival is one by filmmaker Scott Moore…

Government forces patrol a district under their control in Aleppo, Syria, on Friday.

Syrian Opposition Group Boycotts International Meetings

The Syrian National Coalition says it won't attend meetings in Moscow, D.C., and Rome in protest of the continued violence. The announcement comes as fighting in Aleppo intensifies.

Stephanos Mwange, a Greek-born citizen of Ugandan descent, says his love for Greek history and mythology have inspired him to act ancient Greek tragedies such as <em>Hecuba</em>. He's a well-known actor, though his positive experience as a naturalized Greek citizen is exceptional. Most from a similar background say they've been made to feel like foreigners.

Greeks Ask Themselves: Who's A Greek?

In a time of economic hardship and social upheaval, some anxious Greeks fear their national identity is under threat. It's difficult for immigrants to get citizenship, and a recent court ruling could make it even tougher.

Ancient Chompers Were Healthier Than Ours

By examining ancient dental plaque, researchers have found that prehistoric diets made for healthier mouths. The addition of flour and sugar to modern diets may have set the stage for oral disease.

Karzai Asks U.S. Forces To Leave Key Afghan Province

The province in question is Wardak, the focus of recent counterinsurgency operations. The Afghan president's move comes amid allegations of torture and disappearances centering on Afghans who are part of the U.S. forces.

A man inspects a plastic cover placed over an artwork attributed to Banksy in London. The stencilled image depicts a poor child making Union Jack flags on a sewing machine and is located on the wall of a Poundland discount shop in the Wood Green area of north London.

Auction Halted Of Banksy Mural Removed In London

The U.S.-based auction house that was due to sell the work on Saturday, announced that the item was withdrawn from sale. The artwork was expected to fetch between $500,000 and $700,000.

Seth MacFarlane's father (second from left), wife, sister and "an unknown man," according to the photo's original caption.

'Wait Wait' Trips Down The Red Carpet

Style commentary from people who have none!

Heavy Rotation: 5 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

The DJs at public radio stations listen to a lot of songs every day. Download five of their recent favorites, including songs from The Milk Carton Kids, Cayucas, Chance the Rapper, Miranda Dodson and Katie Mullins.

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