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James Hansen, a leading NASA climate scientist, says the Bush administration has tried to silence his warnings about global warming. Writer and scientist Mark Bowen wrote a book on the affair: Censoring Science: Inside the Political Attack on Dr. James Hansen and the Truth of Global Warming.

Across New Hampshire, a surge in support from female voters propelled Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York to a narrow victory in Tuesday's Democratic primary. Women in the small town of Jaffrey reflect on why they cast their ballots for the former first lady.

Diagnosed with cancer for the third time, Susan Sontag signed on for a harsh treatment regimen in hopes it would keep her alive. But it only added to her suffering. Her son, journalist David Rieff, has published a memoir about his mother's "revolt against death."

Hillary Clinton's win in New Hampshire's Democratic primary resuscitates her bid for the White House, enabling her to go to donors and keep advisers. Republican John McCain's stunning comeback sets up a tough fight with party rivals.

People came out in record numbers Wednesday to cast their ballots. Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving discusses what the results mean for the rest of the country and where the candidates go from here.

The Indian car company Tata unveils a four-seat automobile that will sell for just $2,500. The Nano would be available later this year, and is aimed at people who might otherwise purchase a motorcycle.

The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday on whether states may require government-issued photo identification cards as proof of identity for voters at the polls. At issue is a strict Indiana law, but many other states have similar laws.

The Bush administration and Congress are weighing how to respond to a slowing economy. At a Washington think tank on Thursday, some of the country's best-known economists gathered to discuss possible solutions.

In Russell Banks' lushly romantic new novel, The Reserve, a pilot swoops into a privileged enclave, turning the life of a beautiful heiress upside down.

The bipartisan economic stimulus plan has run into a partisan wall in the Senate. Democratic leaders say they'll force votes next week on a number of amendments. They deal with food stamps and unemployment benefits — and whether to extend a tax rebate program to low-income seniors.