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“In some instances where specific Secret Service specialized units or resources were not provided, the agency made modifications to ensure the security of the protectee,” spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement.

Brian Fennessy, new head of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, says his agency is 'trying to bring on additional aircraft and bring them on early,' and dismisses criticism of prevention methods.

Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy, well known as part of his family's political dynasty, spent more than four decades in the Senate, where he championed health care, education and labor. Here, a look back at his life.

NPR's John McChesney takes a look at the controversy over two independent ads that attack both Sen. John Kerry and President Bush on their personal military records.

Fr. Mark Frances of the Clerics of Saint Viator is in charge of the ornate vestments worn by the hierarchy of the Catholic Church. He tells Renee Montagne about the history and meaning of the various colored skullcaps and staffs.

NPR's Alex Chadwick talks to Alissa Rubin, Los Angeles Times co-bureau chief in Baghdad, about the prospects for a democratic, functioning Iraq after Monday's official handover of sovereignty.