All Things Considered for June 22, 2009 | Minnesota Public Radio News

Monday, June 22, 2009

Minnesota Public Radio Stories

No takers yet for Duluth domestic partner registry
Duluth's domestic partner registration program began today with little fanfare and even less turnout.5:19 p.m.
New life challenging for some, rewarding for other Hmong immigrants
The latest wave of Hmong refugees to the Twin Cities began five years ago this week. Since then about 5,000 new Hmong residents have made their homes here.5:23 p.m.
Weisman exhibit follows Somalis from their native land to the U.S.
A new exhibit at the Weisman Art Museum chronicles the journey of Somalis from their native land to the U.S.5:50 p.m.

National Public Radio Stories

Marines Train To Conquer Taliban, Their Own Fears
In 100-degree heat in the southern Afghanistan desert, U.S. Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 8th Regiment are training physically and mentally to prepare for their mission: battling the Taliban insurgency. Their leaders are teaching them to handle the enemy, as well as their own doubts.
The Clash Of Ages: How Technology Divides Workers
What do you do about employees who love to tweet, text and social network throughout the day? It's a question companies are grappling with as the generation gap threatens to create a communications divide. Recent studies show tensions are rising in the workplace between Gen Y, Gen X and baby boomers.
You Must Hear This: Prince's 'Purple Rain'
We asked Adam Levine and Jesse Carmichael of the band Maroon 5 to share a piece of music that they love, that inspires them and that they listen to again and again. Hear why they chose Prince's Purple Rain.
Iran's Clerical Body Acknowledges Election Flaws
A few hundred pro-reformers gathered Monday in central Tehran amid heavy police presence, protesting the results of the presidential election. Meanwhile, the powerful Guardian Council acknowledged flaws in the election results. Los Angeles Times Middle East correspondent Borzou Daragahi says it is unclear what the council's statement means, but the body will issue a final ruling Wednesday.
Obama Draws Criticism For Iran Response
The Obama administration's cautious approach to the Iranian crisis is under fire from human rights activists and some on Capitol Hill. Obama has called on Iran's government to stop what he calls "violent and unjust actions against its own people," but he hasn't questioned the validity of the presidential vote.
Unheralded Glover Wins Golf's U.S. Open
Lucas Glover has won the U.S. Open, edging out Phil Mickelson, David Duval and Ricky Barnes. Larry Dorman, golf reporter for The New York Times, says Glover is a prototypical winner of the U.S. Open. He says it wasn't a surprise Glover won.
Ohio's Burning River In Better Health 40 Years Later
Forty years ago, Ohio's Cuyahoga River, which had been compared to "an open septic tank," caught fire. Cuyahoga became a rallying cry for environmentalists and sparked the creation of the EPA and the Clean Water Act. Now the river teems with fish and wildlife.
Thompson's Stories Reflect How Americans Live
Illinois writer Jean Thompson has a new book of stories out called Do Not Deny Me. It is a collection stories with wit, humor and a fictional primer on how Americans live day to day.
Reporter's Escape From Taliban Spurs Ethics Debate
For the seven months New York Times reporter David Rohde was a hostage of the Taliban in Afghanistan, few knew he had been kidnapped. The Times kept the information under wraps and asked other media to do the same. The Poynter Institute's Kelly McBride says she was "astounded" by the media blackout.
Obama Signs Sweeping Tobacco Legislation
President Obama signed Monday legislation enabling the Food and Drug Administration to regulate tobacco with broad new powers over marketing. But his closet smoking has raised some eyebrows among health advocates and led to some uncomfortable moments for the president.