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Ballet Provides Cuban Defectors A New Start In Miami

The Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami operates out of an old, white mansion in Little Havana. Just like any company, the dancers start their day with...
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Florida's State Bird Shouldn't Be The Mockingbird (Or The Flamingo)
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Why Miami Is Now A Hub For Latino TV

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Join The Florida Roundup Live Chat At Noon On WLRN

On The Florida Roundup today at noon: Dolphins Stadium The Florida Legislature balked on proposed renovations to Miami Dolphins stadium. A public...

How Costumes Are Saving One Palm Beach Theater

A Broward County costume company is breathing new life into a Palm Beach County theater that fell victim to financial hard times. The owners of...

What Did You Learn In School This Year? Tell Us Your Story

It was a big year for education policy in Florida. The state changed high school graduation requirements, started phasing out FCAT with tests based...

Urban Beach Week "Gets A Bum Rap," Says South Beach Resident

In preparation for Urban Beach Week, WLRN-Miami Herald News asked members of the Public Insight Network to weigh in on the festival. In the seven...

The Final Days Of One Herald Plaza In Pictures

Last week, the Miami Herald shuttered its building on the bay. Located at One Herald Plaza, the beige box on the water is affectionately known as...

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Pentagon's Historical Displays Honor Americans' Sacrifices

Nearly 18 million tourists descend on our nation's capitol every year, and most of them are keen to spend time at the many free museums in Washington...
Sports: Playoff Time In The NBA

Host Scott Simon catches up on the week's sports with NPR's Tom Goldman.
Baptist Church In Oklahoma Churns Out Meals For Victims

Hundreds of volunteers have come to Moore, Okla., to help the community following Monday's tornado. Some are helping clear debris, others bringing...
Obama Keeps Distance From Torture Debate, At Least For Now

In his national security speech Thursday, President Obama discussed drone warfare and the Guantanamo detention camp. But a third controversial issue...
Gnomes Crash Distinguished Garden Show In England

Gnomes marched their way into one of England's most prestigious gardening events this year. The 100th annual Chelsea Flower Show, which ends Saturday...