Outside the Supreme Court, The Arguments Continue
As oral arguments were held Tuesday in the first of two same-sex-marriage cases inside the Supreme Court, the steps and sidewalks outside were transformed into a public forum of sorts on the issue.
The Browning Of A Nation
America's minorities are quickly becoming the majority, and the population shift is happening sooner than expected. That's coming as a surprise to older Americans according to demographer William Frey of the Brookings Institution. Host Michel Martin talks with Frey about what challenges might come from this 'cultural generation gap.'
How Will America Cope With Diversity Changes?
Tell Me More continues the conversation about America's increasingly diverse population. Host Michel Martin looks at how communities and governments are responding to the changes with Danielle Belton of Clutch Magazine, Univision's Fernando Vila, and Howard Dodson, a Howard University historian.
Indian Nations Squeezed By Sequester
Some areas of the country are barely feeling the impact of sequestration cuts, but the effects are very real in Indian nations. Host Michel Martin finds out more from Amber Ebarb of the National Congress of American Indians and Lacey Horn, Treasurer of the Cherokee Nation.
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'It's Bad For Business': Employers Side With DOMA Opponents
Johnson & Johnson, Starbucks and Citigroup are among 278 employers asking the Supreme Court to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act. They say the 1996 law barring federal recognition of same-sex marriages costs them time and money and hurts their ability to create an inclusive work environment.
Amanda Knox May Face Retrial After Italian Court Ruling
In a surprise ruling, Italy's highest court ordered a retrial of American student Amanda Knox and her former boyfriend for the murder of British student Meredith Kercher. The ruling overturned the 2011 acquittal of the two defendants after they had spent four years in jail.
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Home Prices Rose Again In January
The housing sector's recovery continues. Prices were up more than 7 percent in major cities.
Police: Berezovsky's Death 'Consistent With Hanging'
Authorities say there were no signs of a struggle, suggesting that the Russian oligarch committed suicide, although pathologists still have final tests to run.
Women's Hoops: UConn Rolls, Kansas And Oklahoma Score Upsets
For 20 straight seasons now, the Huskies have gotten at least as far as the Sweet 16. Meanwhile, Vanderbilt and UCLA were bounced out by lower-seeded teams.
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Top Stories: Gay Marriage At The Supreme Court; Kerry Visits Afghanistan
Also: An Italian court orders a murder retrial for Amanda Knox; North Korea issues a bellicose statement, warning of attacks on U.S.; Russian oligarch Boris Berezovsky apparently died by hanging; and the world's longest dodgeball game may have set a world record.
In Afghanistan: Kerry Wraps Up Trip; Police, U.K. Troops Targeted In Attacks
As the secretary of state continued working on the transition, attacks in two locations underscored the challenges that remain. Kerry also engaged in a little soccer diplomacy.
Book News: Wis. Governor Takes Heat Over His Choice Of Ghostwriter
Also: Barnes & Noble giving away free e-readers this week; Marjane Satrapi on Persepolis; and a teenage Hemingway's dimples.
Italian Court Orders Retrial For Amanda Knox
The young American was convicted in the brutal murder of an English exchange student. Later, an appeals court overturned that verdict. But now, Italy's highest court has ordered a retrial. Knox is in the U.S. If she is convicted again, Italy might seek her extradition.
Italian Court Overturns Knox Acquittal, Orders New Trial
Italy's highest criminal court on Tuesday overturned the acquittal of Amanda Knox in the slaying of her British roommate and ordered a new trial, prolonging a case that has become a cause celebre in the U.S.
Maybe Isolation, Not Loneliness, Shortens Life
Loneliness and isolation often go hand in hand, so teasing out which factor is harder on health isn't easy. But a British study now suggests that, while loneliness may make you unhappy, it's social isolation that could take years off of your life. Discuss (with a friend).
Arkansas Medicaid Expansion Attracts Other States' Interest
Arkansas is proposing to enroll people newly eligible for Medicaid in the same private insurance plans available to individuals and small businesses. It's caught the attention of several other Republican-run states that had been holding out on the Medicaid expansion.
'American Winter' Families Struggle To Survive Fall From Middle Class
Diedre Melson, John Cox and Pam Thatcher are college-educated parents who once considered themselves part of the middle class. Then, the Great Recession hit. A new HBO documentary shows their families desperately trying to make ends meet.
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High Court's Decision On Federal Marriage Law Has Tax Implications
How the Supreme Court decides the Defense of Marriage Act could mean changes for how same-sex couples file taxes. But experts say checking off the "married" box on tax forms will be a mixed bag for some gay couples.
Syrian Aid Groups Train An Army Of Activists
More than 100 private aid groups have emerged since the uprising began, and many activists say the experience they've gained will be valuable in rebuilding the country.
Why Are TV Remotes So Terrible?
While the quality of TVs and technology seems to be at an all-time high, the devices we use to access the living room screen are as confusing as ever. But tablets and apps offer hope of simplifying the process of finding shows to watch — and even interacting with other viewers.
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