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Tough-Talking Putin Crafted Image His Way
When he steps down as Russian president next week, Vladimir Putin will leave with approval ratings most leaders can only dream about. One of the secrets to his success comes from a carefully crafted image as the country's tough-guy-in-charge.Web Extra: Read Some of Vladimir Putin's "Putinisms"
Marie Digby, YouTubing to Pop Stardom
The singer, known for acoustic covers of pop hits, just issued her debut album of original songs.Web Extra:Hear Songs Recorded for NPR
'Baltimore Sun' Series Profiles Con Woman
Justin Fenton discusses his three-part series on the unbelievable criminal life of Cindy McKay.
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