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In 2000, Sergei Tretyakov became one of the highest-ranking Russian spies ever to defect to the United States. Pete Earley, author of a new book about Tretyakov called Comrade J, and the former Russian spy discuss his case and his motivation.

The popular singer-songwriter says her new album, Testimony, Vol. 2, is about "the oneness of all things." Watch video from a studio session by India.Arie, recorded live in NPR's Studio 4A.

They're the latest to eliminate all late fees. All library card holders have had their accounts cleared of any prior late fees or fines.

No, Olivia Newton-John doesn't work out to her own anthem about exercise. That would be weird.

U.S. spy chief Mike McConnell says that so far, Iraq's government is living up to its commitment to try to turn around the security situation there. But, McConnell added, there's still a long way to go before Iraqi security forces will be able to control the country. McConnell testified before the Senate Armed Services committee.

Trash might be the secret to making San Francisco vineyards thrive. Each day, recycling trucks around the city collect tons of kitchen scraps from hotels and restaurants. The material is turned into nutrient-rich soil additive that is in high demand at area vineyards.

Most Americans have heard of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. With its big corporate sponsorships and huge field of entrants, it's the Indy 500 of mushing. But there's another 1,000-mile adventure in Alaska: The Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race, through Alaska and Canada's Yukon.

Democratic and Republican presidential contenders are visiting the International Association of Fire Fighters Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. Confirmed candidates include Democrats John Edwards, Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Chris Dodd, Bill Richardson, and Republicans Duncan Hunter, Chuck Hagel, and John McCain. Invited but unconfirmed are Rudolph Giuliani, Mike Huckabee, James Gilmore III and Tommy Thompson.

The Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis is one of the best known regional theaters in the country. It has been home to such legendary actors as Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy and has won a Tony Award. Now, after 40 years, the theater company is moving to a new high profile home on the other side of town.

Pfizer's CEO says the vaccine maker has asked federal regulators to authorize boosters for 16- and 17-year-olds. Currently, only people 18 and over are eligible for a booster in the U.S.