Middle East Update

Here & Now has the latest from Lebanon.

Training Iraqi Forces

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The Bush administration has promised more training for Iraqi troops, as well as additional military support for Baghdad forces. One U.S. general joins us with his thoughts on the recent decision.

Art Collectors Invest Millions

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The housing bubble may have burst, but the art market is thriving. Here & Now reports on the patrons who are profiting.

Schwarzenegger and Blair Tackle Emissions

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California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger takes steps in partnership with British PM Tony Blair to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Inside Out

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The latest visitors to Boston’s Museum of Science take it all off… skin included. “Body Worlds 2″ displays over 200 preserved human specimens.

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7/1/2009

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Grilling with Kathy Gunst

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(Thursday, June 25, 2009)

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