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Democratic presidential candidates Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton on stage at the presidential debate in Las Vegas on Tuesday.

5 Hits And 5 Misses From The Democratic Debate

From Bernie Sanders' rousing dismissal of Hillary Clinton's email scandal to Jim Webb's awkward moment about an enemy soldier, here's what you may have missed.

A new study published in the <em>Annals of Internal Medicine</em> adds to the evidence that drinking a moderate amount of wine can be good for your health.

A Glass Of Wine A Day May Help Control Type 2 Diabetes

A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine finds people with diabetes who drank a glass of wine with dinner had lower blood sugar and improved cholesterol compared with those who drank mineral water.

Joe Becker at his home in Abilene, Texas. Nearly two years after hurting his back at work, his benefits have stopped even though he's still in pain and in need of another surgery.

Opt-Out Plans Let Companies Work Without Workers' Comp

State laws in both Oklahoma and Texas allow employers to develop their own workplace injury plans that generally cover fewer injuries, cut off benefits payments sooner and control access to doctors.

National Book Awards Winnow Field Of Finalists

The shortlist for the awards went public Wednesday, halving the number of nominees to 20 finalists. David Greene talks to NPR editor Barrie Hardymon and contributor Glen Weldon about their favorites.

Hillary Clinton during the first Democratic debate in Las Vegas. She needed a standout performance, and she delivered.

Clinton Takes First Step To Dispel Doubts About Candidacy

The former secretary of state has been battling a controversy over her use of a private email server, but in the first Democratic debate, she was crisp and changed the conversation for a night.

A Palestinian tries to dodge rubber coated bullets during clashes with Israeli troops near Ramallah, West Bank, on Tuesday.

Israel Deploys Soldiers To Cities To Help Quell Violence

The move comes after clashes between Palestinians and Israelis have intensified. On Tuesday, Palestinians killed three Israelis in stabbing and shooting attacks.

Patrick Awuah is one of this year's MacArthur "genius" grant winners. The former Microsoft engineer was honored for establishing a new kind of school in his native Ghana.

Setting Up Ghana's First Liberal Arts College Makes Him A 'Genius'

Patrick Awuah left his job as a Microsoft engineer to establish a new kind of school for his country. That accomplishment has now earned him a "genius grant" of $625,000 from the MacArthur Foundation.

Attorneys: Law Forced Woman To Sue Nephew Over Medical Bills

A woman who sued her 12-year-old nephew for $127,000 over injuries she received when he exuberantly greeted her at his birthday party four years ago was…

An Under-The-Radar Musician Slips Into The Spotlight With 'Oh My Goodness'

Veteran songwriter Donnie Fritts has mixed blues, rock, soul and country throughout his long and winding career. Ken Tucker says Fritts' new solo album showcases the musician's "shrewd ruminations."

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (right) meets with U.N. nuclear chief Yukiya Amano (left) and an unidentified interpreter in Tehran, Iran, last month to discuss the country's nuclear program.

Iranian Guardian Council Gives Final Approval To Nuclear Deal

Following parliamentary approval, Iran's top council of senior clerics on Wednesday authorized the deal struck by the country and world powers. The deal's next step is "Adoption Day."

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