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August 17, 2007
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Rescuers Killed in Utah Mine

The search for six missing miners was halted after a second cave-in killed three rescue workers Thursday. Ben Winslow of the Deseret Morning News updates us on the latest.

Autism Study

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A groundbreaking study is exploring links between environmental factors and autism. We speak with UC Davis researcher, Irva Hertz-Picciotto and to a California mother whose baby is part of the study.

The Home’s a Stage

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With the housing market sluggish, there is a growing trend toward hiring someone who will temporarily redecorate your home to make it more attractive for potential buyers. Here & Now’s Curt Nickisch reports.

Letters

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Your letters and e-mails.

Composer John Adams

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We speak with Pulitzer Prize winning composer John Adams who was at Harvard University earlier this year to receive the Harvard Arts Medal.

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