State Health Officials Want to Lower Pre-term Birthrate in MS

Pre-term birth is the leading cause of newborn death and Mississippi leads the nation in infant mortality. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports how state health officials hope to increase healthy births in the state.

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Race, Art, Free Speech: Portrait Of South African President Vandalized

The controversial painting stirred emotions because it showed President Jacob Zuma with his penis exposed.

Mitt Romney Vs. Rand Paul In 2016?

It increasingly looks like GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul and his passionate loyalists are consolidating clout in state party organizations with an eye toward 2016. They appear to be laying the groundwork for a future presidential run by the congressman's son, Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky.

Former Taliban Stronghold Faces The Post-U.S. Future

In 2010, the southern Afghan town of Marjah was a haven for the Taliban and drug traffickers. Today, after a massive effort by the U.S. Marines, the Taliban have fled and the area is relatively peaceful. But many are concerned about Marjah's future once American combat forces leave the area.
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