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June 8, 2006
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Al-Zarqawi Dead

The latest from Iraq in the wake of news of the death of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi and along with several top aides, including spiritual adviser Sheik Abdul Rahman.

Michael Berg Reacts

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The father of American Nick Berg who was taken hostage and reportedly beheaded by Zarqawi himself, joins us with his reactions to Zarqawi’s death.

Reactions from the Middle East

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Here & Now looks at reactions to Zarqawi’s death in the Middle East.

No Longer the Face of Al Qaeda

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There is no doubt that Zarqawi appointed at least one successor before his death. Here & Now speaks with Jean Charles Brisard, author of a biography on Zarqawi entitled “Zarqawi: The New Face of Al Qaeda,” published September 2005.

Catching up with Only A Game

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Here & Now catches up on the latest in sports with Only A Game’s Bill Littlefield.

Julia Glass: “The Whole World Over”

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We speak with Julia Glass about her new book “The Whole World Over,” a novel that highlights the uncertainty of life, as well as sacrafices and risks that go along with love.

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