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NPR's Joe Neel reports that two major studies released today are raising new questions about the value of beta carotene in preventing cancer. The government-sponsored studies failed to find any evidence that beta carotene reduces the risk for cancer. In fact, one of the studies suggests that beta carotene may increase the risk for cancer.

Cowboys are synomymous with rugged individualism. But those who ride for money at the rodeo are finding the cowboy way doesn't necessarily pay. The riders say the professional rodeo association that runs the rodeos isn't looking out for their interests. NPR's Mark Roberts reports on the riders' plans to form their own union.

as he campaigns in Iowa, where caucuses will be held next month. Alexander hopes his anti-Washington message is becoming more attractive, as the budget impasse drags on. Despite intense campaigning in Iowa, he has been unable to catch up with Republican frontrunner Bob Dole.

on the escalation of tension in recent days between Croats and Muslims after a series of shootings.

Daniel speaks with Ariel Steele,a 26-year old lawyer from Los Angeles who is leaving her job to become Assistant Attorney General of the newly formed South Pacific nation of Palau.

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REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHER, FINDS OUR HERO AND A FRIEND EXPLORING THE METAPHYSICAL MEANING OF CUTICLE-CHEWING IN "THE NAIL-BITING SALON."

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