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Giving to Boston's victims: How to choose a charity
Apr 19, 2013
As Americans look for ways to express their compassion over the tragedies that struck Boston and Texas this week, we have some tips for how to give to charities without being scammed.
No escapism at the movies this weekend
by
Kai Ryssdal
Apr 19, 2013
The latest Tom Cruise sci-fi thriller, "Oblivion," hits theaters this week. Will American audiences be in the mood to see it?
Watertown, Boston suburbs on lockdown as search for suspect intensifies
Apr 19, 2013
As a manhunt for one of suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings intensifies this morning, authorities are asking residents of Watertown, MA., and other towns nearby to stay in their homes. Public transit has been suspended and businesses are being asked to remain closed.
Dunkin' Donuts stay open for Boston cops
by
Kai Ryssdal
Apr 19, 2013
Dunkin' Donuts keeps its doors open for law enforcement during the Boston lockdown.
Could Reddit sleuths cause harm in their quest to aid the Boston bombing investigation?
Apr 18, 2013
The U.S. Attorneys' Office and the FBI have been releasing official reports about their investigation of the Boston Marathon bombing, but there's also been amateur sleuthing taking place online at sites like Reddit and 4Chan.
Digital library launches without Boston celebration
by
Amy Scott
Apr 18, 2013
The Digital Public Library of America goes online today, with 2.4 million pieces of art and history.
Being a leader in the midst of chaos: How one Boston business is coping the day after
Apr 16, 2013
The day after bombings at the Boston Marathon, one business is concentrated on what matters — their employees.
For public good, not for profit.
The day after the Boston Marathon bombings: Small businesses' stories
Apr 16, 2013
The story of the Boston bombing through business owners who chose to reopen the day after. For them business is about community, not just money.
Boston public urged to send in video, photos to aid investigation
by
David Brancaccio
, Jeremy Hobson
and Mark Garrison
Apr 16, 2013
A day after three people were killed and over 130 injured by two bombings at the Boston Marathon, the search for answers is well underway.
Explosions at the Boston Marathon, three killed
Apr 15, 2013
There were two explosions near the finish line of the major race this afternoon, right in the heart of commercial Boston.