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Health officials continue to investigate what was behind the outbreak of E. Coli bacteria in bagged fresh spinach, linked to growers in the so-called "salad bowl" of Central California. Consumers are advised not to eat fresh spinach until the source of the contamination is identified.

Bolivia's President Evo Morales has nationalized the country's natural-gas industry. Foreign energy companies have six months to agree to new contracts for operating in the country. Some analysts say Morales may have miscalculated their willingness to remain in Bolivia.

Privately funded scientists made a virus related to smallpox from scratch, hoping their version might lead to a better smallpox vaccine. But critics question the need — and worry about repercussions.

The novel looks at truth and art through the prism of one couple.

"You can evaluate the person as a whole," says Dr. Roberta Miller, who has been a home care physician for more than 20 years. The traditional house call may be the future of medicine.

In addition to getting flashlights, bottled water and food, hurricane preparation these days includes stockpiling apps on your phone.

Progress against malaria has stalled. Now a team is trying a new tactic.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder about his efforts to counter gerrymandering.

Growing crowds at America's national parks have prompted some of them to allow entry by reserved tickets only. Arches National Park in Utah may be next, and there's renewed controversy over that step.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Anthony Doerr about his latest novel, Cloud Cuckoo Land.