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In 2007, Bernie Sanders took part in a Vermont walk for "Step It Up 2007," a movement aimed at reducing carbon emissions 80 percent by 2050.

Where Presidential Candidates Stand On Climate Change

The majority of Americans favor government action, but the candidates — and big donors — differ greatly. Here is what they've said on the topic, beginning with whether climate change is real.

"If you can write this out and give it to society," Jimmy Santiago Baca told NPR last month, "it's going to allow them to take the blinders off and see what's really going on with you in your life."

Out Of Juvenile Corrections, Poems Of Fury, Loss — And Lingering Beauty

Over 1,000 students submitted their work for Words Unlocked, a poetry contest for juveniles in corrections. Two young poets split the top prize — and they've shared their poems with NPR.

Apple CEO Tim Cook speaks during an event at Apple's headquarters Oct. 16, 2014 in Cupertino, California.

Confronting Homogeneity In Apple's Boardroom

Antonio Maldonado wants Apple to increase diversity among its senior executives, and he's taking his fight to the shareholders meeting on Feb. 26.

GOP Front-Runners Gear Up For New Hampshire Primary

NPR's Ron Elving gives Scott Simon a preview of Saturday night's GOP debate and an analysis of the presidential race.

Chef Simon Hopkinson says mayonnaise is a total pleasure to make, but people are often frightened to try to make it themselves.

No-Fear Homemade Mayonnaise: Better Than What's In The Jar

This week in our Do Try This At Home series: Making mayonnaise that's just as delicious as, if not better than, what comes out of the jar.

An Afghan laborer works in a firewood yard at a market in Herat on Dec. 11, 2011.

Afghanistan's Forests A Casualty Of Timber Smuggling

Over the past three decades, the U.N. says Afghanistan's forest cover has decreased by about 50 percent — to just about 2 percent of the country's land. The main reason is the illegal harvesting and trade of timber. A visit to Kunar province, near the Pakistan border, reveals that many people, from top officials down, are involved.

How does the U.S. stack up against Western Europe when it comes to premature deaths? We've made progress against some cancers compared to other countries that spend a lot on health care, but lag behind on heart disease and diabetes.

Often A Health Care Laggard, U.S. Shines In Cancer Treatment

Researchers report that the U.S. ranks among the top countries at treating cancers of the brain, colon and breast. But it still lags behind most of Western Europe when it comes to drug abuse, heart disease and kidney problems.

Syrian Rebels: New U.S. Aid Not Helpful Without Weapons

The top rebel commander in northern Syria was not impressed with Secretary of State John Kerry's announcement of new direct U.S. aid to the rebels and their political leaders.

3 Sprinters Test Positive for Banned Substances

Three well-known track and field athletes from the United States and Jamaica have tested positive for banned substances. One of the athletes who came forward Sunday was Tyson Gay, one of the world's top sprinters over the last 10 years.

Day 3 Of Shutdown: Both Sides Remain Dug In

On Wednesday, President Obama invited the top four congressional leaders to the White House for a chat. But after the meeting, no progress was reported on reopening the government. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers have been idled and services curbed across the country.

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