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On Capitol Hill, lawmakers are hearing about the ripple effects on the mission in Afghanistan from the murders of 16 civilians, allegedly by a U.S. Army staff sergeant.

Until a national health insurance mandate takes effect in 2014, states run stopgap pools to cover people with pre-existing conditions. The federal funds to pay for the coverage are being stretched thin in many states.

In his latest book, Pakistan on the Brink, journalist Ahmed Rashid writes that he fears Pakistan is on the verge of a "meltdown." Rashid explains some of the challenges facing the country, as well as the complicated relationship both Pakistan and Afghanistan have with the United States.

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed 17-year-old African-American student. He was shot last month by George Zimmerman, a volunteer who claims it was self-defense. Host Michel Martin speaks with U.S. Representative Corrine Brown. She represents the Florida district where the shooting occurred.

The black teen was on the phone with a girl just before he was killed and she heard some of what led to the fatal confrontation with George Zimmerman, the attorney says. Her testimony conflicts with Zimmerman's claim of self defense, says the lawyer.

One of the best quarterbacks in NFL history is moving from the Indianapolis Colts to the Mile High City.

Hear the folk singer-songwriter perform songs from her latest album, Young Man In America, which was inspired by scenes of the economic crisis.

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The renowned Mexican painter was also the daughter of a photographer. And her collection of photos is on display in the U.S. for the first time.

Bo Xilai, a Communist Party chief from Chongqing, was replaced by deputy prime minister Zhang Dejiang. A report released online details why he was pushed out. The scandal could the transition of power this fall when the executive committee of the Chinese Communist Party names seven new members.