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U.S. Combat Troops Leave IraqTue, 31 Aug 2010 17:00:00 EST - August 31 marks the deadline that ends U.S. combat operations in Iraq and reduces troop levels to 50,000. The remaining U.S. service members will help train and assist Iraqi forces.
U.S. Troop Drawdown Marked by UncertaintyTue, 31 Aug 2010 11:30:00 EST - August 31 is the deadline that President Obama set for all combat troops to leave Iraq. As a result, Iraqi military forces are increasingly forced to fend for themselves in protecting their country and their people. The NewsHour\'s Margaret Warner is in Iraq reporting about the nation\'s mindset as the U.S. scales back its involvement there.
Students Learn to NegotiateFri, 27 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST - Negotiating a deal is not a talent that you either have or don\'t have. It is a skill that can be learned, according to Robert Mnookin of Harvard Law School. He believes that the art of properly negotiating a difficult situation is best learned through role-play.
Olympic Swimmer in Iraq Hopes for Better DaysFri, 27 Aug 2010 06:00:00 EST - \"For us, the young generation, the only thing that worries us, and we fear it, is the security situation in Iraq.\"
\'Very Light Car\' Competes for Automotive X-PrizeThu, 26 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST - Women in remote villages of Ethiopia must make tough decisions on a An ultra-light, energy-saving vehicle that gets 100 miles per gallon is not just a dream - it\'s reality for a team of engineers working to win the Progressive Automotive X-prize competition. The X-prize, a $5 million cash prize designed to spur innovation, is awarded each year to an invention in a particular category. This year\'s challenge is to design and build a car that seats four passengers, gets the equivalent of 100 miles per gallon on average in all driving conditions and can travel at least 200 miles without refueling.
Five Years after Hurricane KatrinaWed, 25 Aug 2010 15:00:00 EST - August 29 marks the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and all over the Gulf coast, people will remember one of the most destructive hurricanes in U.S. history through memorials and marches.
America\'s Take on IslamWed, 25 Aug 2010 01:00:00 EST - The debate over whether a proposed community center and mosque should be built two blocks from Ground Zero in New York has created a buzz nationwide about America\'s relationship with Islam. President Obama has even weighed in on the issue, stating that he supports the right of Muslims to build it, but he did not weigh in on the wisdom of this decision.
How Much You Pay For A Car Depends On Who You AreTue, 24 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST - There are many factors that determine which is right car for each person, and pricing depends on which cars are most popular with consumers. Students will find that more goes into manufacturing, selling, buying, and owning a car than meets the eye.
Young Yemenis Chafe Against Drug CultureMon, 23 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EST - In the Middle Eastern country of Yemen, it\'s not unusual to see men sitting in circles, talking about family affairs and politics, enjoying each others\' company. An important part of this ritual is chewing qat (also spelled khat), a leaf that gives chewers a slight buzz similar to the effects of alcohol or caffeine. While qat has been part of Yemeni culture for generations, some question whether it is hurting Yemen\'s people more than it\'s helping them.
U-C Berkeley Forced to Abandon Genetic TestingThu, 19 Aug 2010 15:00:00 EST - Instead of assigning the usual summer reading, the University of California-Berkeley asked each incoming student to send in a DNA sample for genetic testing and discussion.
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