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How Helping Patients Get Good Care At Home Helps Rural Hospitals Survive

Hospitals are now financially rewarded by insurers for safety and efficacy — which often results in patients spending less time as inpatients.

In ‘Never Too Late,’ Finally, A Guide For Adults Going To College

There are hundreds of books about picking the best college. But let’s face it: Most of them are written for high schoolers. A new book offers a roadmap for older students.

A Chaotic Week In Washington

NPR’s Michel Martin and The Washington Post’s Robert Costa review a week marked by the president’s announced pullout from Syria, the defense secretary’s resignation and a government shutdown.

Federal Workers In Limbo During Government Shutdown

While members of Congress and the Trump administration try to work out a deal to fund the government, it’s a time of uncertainty for federal workers.

Governor Under Mounting Pressure To Commute Life Sentence Of Cyntoia Brown

In Tennessee, there’s mounting pressure on the governor to commute the life sentence of Cyntoia Brown, who was 16 years old when she killed a man she claimed forced her into prostitution.

Working The Holidays As An Amazon Worker

NPR’s Michel Martin talks to Vox business reporter Chavie Lieber about what it’s like to work in an Amazon warehouse during the holidays.

Nice Things In 2018 With ‘It’s Been A Minute’ Host Sam Sanders

NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with Sam Sanders, host of NPR’s It’s Been a Minute podcast, about what gave him joy in 2018.

The Secret Fishing Habits Of Northwoods’ Wolves

Researchers in northern Minnesota have discovered that wolves have a much more varied diet than previously thought. They hunt deer, but also eat fish, beaver and blueberries.

A Former Defense Secretary Reflects On The Resignation Of The Incumbent

NPR’s Scott Simon talks with William Cohen, who also served as a Republican lawmaker in both chambers of Congress, about his reaction to Defense Secretary James Mattis’ decision to step down.

This Year, Mrs. Claus Is Coming To Town — And Not As Santa’s Sidekick

America’s Santa industry has long been a male-dominated one. But, increasingly, Santa’s better half is breaking loose.

Government Shuts Down Ahead Of Holiday Over Stalemate On Border Wall Funding

The House and Senate are adjourned until noon Saturday. Congress is looking for a way forward. But Trump maintains any funding bill has to include money for his wall, a demand Democrats still reject.

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