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CBS' Scott Pelley Out As Evening News Anchor, Shifted To '60 Minutes'

Then-anchor and Managing Editor of the CBS Evening News Scott Pelley hosts the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's 60th Anniversary Gala in November 2015 in New York. Pelley is leaving the program and will focus more on his work for 60 Minutes. Cindy Ord/Getty Images hide caption

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CBS' Scott Pelley Out As Evening News Anchor, Shifted To '60 Minutes'

It's unclear how fully Pelley embraced the plan or its timing. His newscast lost 9 percent of its audience from a year ago, despite high interest in the news. CBS has not announced a replacement.

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13 Reasons Why Not: Michigan Teens Talk Honestly About Suicide

The popular Netflix show 13 Reasons Why is about a teen who commits suicide. Youth Radio brings us the story of one Michigan high school's project called 13 Reasons Why Not. It features 13 stories of students overcoming their struggles.

13 Reasons Why Not: Michigan Teens Talk Honestly About Suicide

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New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS

Steve Inskeep speaks with Ali Jaber, the director of the satellite broadcaster MBC, about the network's new series, Black Crows. The new Arab series dramatizes life under ISIS.

New Show 'Black Crows' To Tell Stories Of Life Under ISIS

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Fifth 'House Of Cards' Season Speaks To Trump Era

"House of Cards" returns to Netflix for its fifth season. But it's the first season of the political thriller in the age of President Trump. And the series brings a new twist on modern politics.

Fifth 'House Of Cards' Season Speaks To Trump Era

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Media

Internal Tensions Flare And Ratings Dominance Ebbs At Fox News

Fox News appears to be struggling without the marquee names that fueled its rise to the top of cable news. Analysts are debating whether the decline is temporary or something more permanent.

Internal Tensions Flare And Ratings Dominance Ebbs At Fox News

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'Chappelle's Show' Co-Creator Moves Into The Limelight With '3 Mics'

Fresh Air

After working mostly as a behind-the-scenes guy on Chappelle's Show and Inside Amy Schumer, Neal Brennan is now stepping out as a performer. Originally broadcast Feb. 22, 2017.

'Chappelle's Show' Co-Creator Moves Into The Limelight With '3 Mics'

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Arts & Life

ABC Bets On Nostalgia With Remake Of 'Dirty Dancing'

The new ABC version of Dirty Dancing will air on television Wednesday night. NPR looks at the legacy of Dirty Dancing and why it's been a favorite — albeit corny — movie over generations.

ABC Bets On Nostalgia With Remake Of 'Dirty Dancing'

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It's Polyamorous Polysaturation — Unconventional Relationships Abound On TV

Laura Ramadei (center) as Annie, who gets involved with a different couple in every episode of the web series Unicornland. Courtesy of Unicornland hide caption

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It's Polyamorous Polysaturation — Unconventional Relationships Abound On TV

Unconventional relationships are all over TV. Open marriages and three-ways have driven stories on scripted shows like House of Cards, Transparent and Orphan Black — and reality TV isn't far behind.

It's Polyamorous Polysaturation — Unconventional Relationships Abound On TV

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Aziz Ansari On 'Master Of None' And How His Parents Feel About Acting

In the second season of the Netflix series Master of None, Aziz Ansari's character falls in love with his Italian friend Francesca, who is already engaged. Netflix hide caption

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Aziz Ansari On 'Master Of None' And How His Parents Feel About Acting

Fresh Air

Now that the second season of his Netflix series is out, the comic is looking forward to some down time. "Forget season three of Master of None," he says. "I'm ... doing season 34 of Aziz Ansari."

Aziz Ansari On 'Master Of None' And How His Parents Feel About Acting

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Obituaries

The Saint Before The Spy: Actor Roger Moore Dies At 89

Though most came to know him in the James Bond films, Roger Moore first displayed his brand of undercover suave in the TV series, The Saint. Moore died Tuesday at the age of 89.

The Saint Before The Spy: Actor Roger Moore Dies At 89

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