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Greenhouse Gas Emissions and America's Climate Change Deniers
Despite the near unanimous conviction of climate scientists, Americans are skeptical that global warming is caused by humans. Why? What are the potential consequences?
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenDespite the near unanimous conviction of climate scientists, Americans are increasingly skeptical that global warming is caused by human activities. We look at the possible reasons and the potential consequences. Also, the Ukrainian government tracking protesters through cellphones, and security at the Sochi Winter Olympics. We hear about so-called "jihadist widows."
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3 storiesUkrainian Government Tracking Protesters through Cellphones
In Ukraine, protests over new laws restricting free speech and assembly are turning violent. It appears that one side or the other may soon put an end to the standoff. That's according to Will Englund who's in Kiev for the Washington Post .
Read the story7 minThe 'Clear and Present Danger' of Climate Change
Almost 100% of climate scientists now say global warming is caused by human behavior and that action now is a moral imperative for future generations. But public perception is moving the other way, with fewer Americans worried, despite recent extreme weather conditions here and around the world.
Read the story35 minSearch for Suspected Terrorists Adds to Sochi Security Concerns
A suspected suicide bomber is reportedly in Sochi, intensifying security concerns for the Winter Olympics. We'll hear about "jihadist widows" and other potential terrorist threats. International affairs writer Carol Williams is former Moscow Bureau Chief for the Los Angeles Times .
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