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Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 1630 | 53m 32s

Tonight on the program, we examine the aftermath of the NSA leaks as the head of the agency was grilled at a hearing today. Also: The Turkish government considers a compromise to end the protests, the Whitey Bulger trial stars institutional corruption, examining an older workforce, Singapore looks skyward to take agriculture in new directions, and the trade-offs between security and privacy.

Aired: 06/11/13 | Expires: 12/31/69
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Research shows weight-loss drugs may also reduce cancer risk
Brooks and Capehart on Trump’s record-low economic approval rating
How the Obama Presidential Center offers a new vision for presidential legacies
Derrick Adams celebrates the joy of the Black American experience through art
U.S. advances to World Cup knockout round after win against Australia
Former U.S. envoy outlines challenges in next phase of Iran negotiations
News Wrap: UK's Starmer says he will not 'walk away' amid threat to leadership
Israel and Hezbollah agree to a ceasefire as deadly fighting threatens U.S.-Iran deal
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