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The Picture Show

1:35 pm

Sun August 26, 2012

Documenting Haiti's Ruined Grandeur

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A view of the collapsed cupola of the National Palace is seen in Port-au-Prince on Aug. 13. The palace, which was destroyed in the 2010 earthquake that killed an estimated 200,000 people, was supposed to be demolished, but the plans have been put on hold.

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A view from inside the presidential office — known as the Oval Office.

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A ruined staircase is seen in the collapsed National Palace. Parker described it as "a staircase of grandeur."

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An interior view of the destroyed building.

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A wooden sculpture depicting former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide rests against a wall of the National Palace. The words on the sculpture that read "Lape nan tet, lape nan vant," is a slogan attributed to Aristide, meaning, "There is no peace of mind without peace in the stomach."

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A photograph lies amid the rubble.

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Destruction is seen on the second floor.

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The ballroom at the destroyed National Palace.

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A view of an interior courtyard and roof at the National Palace.

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Members of the Haitian Color Guard lower the flag in front of the National Palace on Aug. 9.

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A view of the collapsed cupola of the National Palace is seen in Port-au-Prince on Aug. 13. The palace, which was destroyed in the 2010 earthquake that killed an estimated 200,000 people, was supposed to be demolished to make way for new construction, but the plan has been delayed.

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Originally published on Sun August 26, 2012 4:04 pm

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Photojournalist Swoan Parker recently toured Haiti's National Palace, which was destroyed in the 2010 earthquake. NPR's Laura Sullivan interviewed Parker about her photos of the once-grand building.

Laura Sullivan: It looks like the building is literally falling down on top of you — how dangerous was it to walk around this former palace?

Music Interviews

12:19 pm

Sun August 26, 2012

The Avett Brothers: Matters Of Life And Death

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The Avett Brothers are real-life siblings Scott (left) and Seth Avett (right), and bass player Bob Crawford. The band's newest album is The Carpenter.

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Originally published on Sun August 26, 2012 5:15 pm

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In 2009, The Avett Brothers became one of the surprise hits of the year. Paste Magazine considered their I and Love and You the best album of that year, calling it "an overpowering acoustic album brimming with sadness and soul."

That sadness took on new meaning recently. Bassist Bob Crawford took a temporary leave from the band to tend to his infant daughter, Hallie, after she developed a brain tumor.

Next month, The Avett Brothers release a new album, The Carpenter, which explores the delicate balance between life and death.

Presidential Race

7:16 pm

Sat August 25, 2012

RNC Shuts Down Monday's Events Due To Storm

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The Republican National Convention in Tampa has canceled almost all events for Monday night, citing Tropical Storm Isaac. Convention organizers made that announcement saying safety is their primary concern. NPR's Jeff Brady joins guest host Laura Sullivan.

Remembrances

4:12 pm

Sat August 25, 2012

Astronaut Neil Armstrong Dies

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Originally published on Sat August 25, 2012 7:16 pm

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LAURA SULLIVAN, HOST:

It's WEEKENDS on ALL THINGS CONSIDERED from NPR News. I'm Laura Sullivan, in for Guy Raz.

(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)

NEIL ARMSTRONG: That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.

SULLIVAN: Astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon. He died today at the age of 82 after complications from a heart procedure. He was the first of just 12 Americans to step on the moon from 1969 to 1972.

(SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING)

Remembrances

4:12 pm

Sat August 25, 2012

Neil Armstrong: An 'Exemplary Life'

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Originally published on Sat August 25, 2012 7:16 pm

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LAURA SULLIVAN, HOST:

James Fallows of The Atlantic joins us as he does most Saturdays. Jim, let me get your thoughts on the passing of Neil Armstrong.

Presidential Race

4:12 pm

Sat August 25, 2012

Tampa Gears Up For RNC And A Possible Storm

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Originally published on Sat August 25, 2012 7:16 pm

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LAURA SULLIVAN, HOST:

While some 70,000 visitors are expected for the Republican National Convention, it's not the only big event heading towards Tampa. On Tuesday, another important visitor could be on the way, though perhaps not directly through Tampa - Tropical Storm Isaac. As of now, Isaac is still in the Caribbean. But as NPR's Greg Allen reports from Tampa, it's likely to be a hurricane when it passes near the city later in the week.

Music Interviews

11:03 am

Sat August 25, 2012

Chilly Gonzales: Pianist, Rapper, Provocateur

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Chilly Gonzales' latest album is Solo Piano II.

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Originally published on Sat August 25, 2012 7:16 pm

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Law

6:47 pm

Fri August 24, 2012

Jury Sides With Apple In Patent Infringment Case

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Jurors have sided with Apple in a patent infringement case between it and Samsung. Melissa Block speaks with Wendy Kaufman, who's covering the lawsuit.

Election 2012

4:06 pm

Fri August 24, 2012

In Akin's Wake, Ryan Defends Anti-Abortion Record

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Republican vice presidential candidate Rep. Paul Ryan speaks at a campaign event in Fayetteville, N.C., on Thursday.

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As congressional colleagues, Rep. Todd Akin (right) and Rep. Paul Ryan have co-sponsored anti-abortion legislation. They're seen here before a press conference on Ryan's budget proposal on Apr. 5, 2011.

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Originally published on Fri August 24, 2012 7:27 pm

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Since Republican Rep. Todd Akin first said the words "legitimate rape" Sunday, just about everyone in the Republican Party has condemned those comments.

The Missouri Senate candidate later apologized, but his remarks continue to drive the political debate. They've also raised questions about the anti-abortion record of the Republican vice presidential candidate, Rep. Paul Ryan of Wisconsin.

Music Reviews

3:20 pm

Fri August 24, 2012

Blackberry Smoke: Life In A Small Town

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Like Lynyrd Skynyrd before it, Blackberry Smoke turns Southern music forms into radio-ready singalongs.

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Originally published on Fri August 24, 2012 6:47 pm

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The Georgia-based rock band Blackberry Smoke has been together for more than a decade, slowly building an audience the old-fashioned way by relentless touring — around 250 shows a year.

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