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Scientists are training computers to read CT scans in the hopes that they can catch pancreatic cancer early.

Athens, Ga. is often regarded as one of the best college towns in America, but around 30% of residents live below the poverty line. Mariah Parker—aka Linqua Franqa—is looking to bridge that divide.

Oklahoma and Tulsa city officials rallied behind an international drone delivery company last week as it set its sights on launching operations in the city. The company first launched in Ireland, but has suspended operations there for now, and is focusing its attention on the U.S. market - with Tulsa as its new U.S. headquarters.

The Barbershop includes NPR's Ammad Omar, former Republican Party chief Michael Steele, and former Obama official Dru Ealons to talk about the Keystone pipeline, Ben Carson, and the Star Wars trailer.

What can a city in decline do to make a comeback? In Springfield, Ohio, a new school is trying to turn the tide. But local leaders say keeping young people from moving away is key to economic revival.

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney said Thursday that he's paid a rate of at least 13 percent in taxes over the past 10 years. But the Obama campaign again called on Romney to release more tax returns. Guest host Jacki Lyden discusses this and other political news with Univision's Fernando Vila and Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel's Craig Gilbert.

A new investigation by The Washington Post shows that hundreds of people in Washington, D.C. are losing their homes over tax debts that often total less than $200. Host Michel Martin speaks with investigative journalist Michael Sallah, about how tax lien sales are forcing elderly homeowners onto the streets.

The Bush-era tax cuts are taking center stage on discussions about deficit reduction. But the payroll tax holiday is also at risk, which could cost the typical family $1,000 a year. Host Michel Martin talks with The Wall Street Journal's Sudeep Reddy about the fiscal cliff and how the outcome could affect consumers.

Military hazing is both a political and personal matter for U.S. Rep. Judy Chu. Her nephew killed himself last year, reportedly after being hazed by fellow Marines. She talks with host Michel Martin about her efforts to strengthen laws against hazing in the armed forces. Advisory: This conversation may not be comfortable for all listeners.

In Montana, a former Silicon Valley entrepreneur wants to create a massive, privately funded public park. Some ranchers oppose the American Prairie Reserve and say they can better conserve the land.