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Wednesday, February 11 2015

• Today's Takeaways: A Media Shake Up, A Literary Classic, and Sightless Beauty February 11, 2015

  The Takeaway looks at the departures of Brian Williams and Jon Stewart, the return of Harper Lee, and what beauty means to the blind. (episode)

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  • After Months of Bombing, Congress to Vote on Use of Force Against ISIS February 11, 2015

    President Obama wants formal legal authority to carry out bombing campaigns against ISIS in Iraq and Syria. Will Congress give him more latitude?&nbsp;

  • Better Than The Rest: Missing Jon Stewart Already February 11, 2015

    There's been quite a bit of drama this week in the world of media. Bob Garfield of On The Media reflects on Jon Stewart's retirement.

  • Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on the Future of Asia February 11, 2015

    In his first broadcast interview since taking over as president of the Asia Society, former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd reveals a new vision for the future of Asian geopolitics.

  • The FAA Will Regulate Business in Outer Space February 11, 2015

    If you ever decide to start a business on the moon, fear not. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says that it will make sure other private companies can't steal your location.

  • Controversy and Asbestos in Nevada February 11, 2015

    Two geoscientists and an epidemiologist found cause for concern in Nevada: A&nbsp;high incidence of asbestos, and a high incidence of mesothelioma. Why is the state blocking their research?

  • Harper Lee's Sequel Brings Excitement & Worry February 11, 2015

    Starling Lawrence, former editor-in-chief at W. W. Norton and a friend of Harper Lee, responds to the news that the author&nbsp;will&nbsp;publish a sequel&nbsp;to "To Kill a Mockingbird."&nbsp;

  • Beauty in The Eyes of a Sightless Beholder February 11, 2015

    When you're blind, how do you define beauty? And is it important?&nbsp;UC Berkeley English Professor&nbsp;Georgina Kleege, who is blind, shares her thoughts.&nbsp;