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Research with living systems is never simple, scientists say, so there are many possible sources of variation in any experiment, ranging from the animals and cells to the details of lab technique.

What Does It Mean When Cancer Findings Can't Be Reproduced?

Results from some key cancer studies were different when the experiments were redone in different labs. Scientists don't yet know why but say the answer could have health implications for patients.

Thomas Graham, a former U.S. diplomat and the managing director of Kissinger Associates, Inc., says the focus when dealing with the Kremlin should be on "opening diplomatic channels and reducing the risk of unwanted confrontation."

How To Salvage U.S.-Russia Relations: One Expert's Take

"At this point, we're being manipulated by the Russians at very little cost to them. Things pop up, and we go into a frenzy," Thomas Graham of Kissinger Associates tells NPR in a rare interview.

Betsy DeVos prepares to testify at her confirmation hearing.

School Vouchers, Oligarchy And Grizzlies: Highlights From The DeVos Hearing

Donald Trump's pick to lead the Education Department got a grilling on a range of issues, from private school vouchers and charter school oversight to guns in schools. How did she fare?

President Obama speaks to U.S. troops at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, in 2012. Obama removed the large U.S. ground combat forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, as promised. But as the leaves office, the U.S. is still waging war in those two countries, as well as Syria.

After 8 Years Of Unbroken War, Obama Hands Over Conflicts To Trump

President Obama is the first president to serve eight years with the U.S. at war nonstop, from beginning to end. Donald Trump now inherits ongoing conflicts in Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan.

A group of false killer whales is stranded near the Florida Everglades.

Dozens Of False Killer Whales Mysteriously Strand Themselves In Florida

At least 82 of the animals have died during the mysterious event on a remote coast in Florida's Everglades National Park. The species is part of the dolphin family and forms strong social bonds.

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani was named a special adviser on cybersecurity by President-elect Donald Trump. This position is likely to benefit his business.

Unclear Role Of Trump's Special Advisers Has Some Concerned

President-elect Donald Trump has named some well known figures as special advisers. But it's still unclear as to what that title might mean and what extent of power these positions might hold.

Brownie Harjo teaches martial arts in one of the oldest buildings in Holdenville, Okla.

'Always Home': Martial Arts Teacher Helps Rebuild Pride In Oklahoma Town

Brownie Harjo runs a martial arts studio in the oldest building in Holdenville, Okla. Though the small town has seen better days, Harjo believes Holdenville still has potential.

A bill that would ban the use of handheld devices while driving has been introduced in the Washington Legislature.

Hold The Wheel, Not The Phone: Washington Lawmakers Drive For New Rules On The Road

In Washington state, there’s no law to keep you from checking Facebook while you drive. But that could change during this year’s legislative session....

An overhaul of Obamacare could still change health coverage for people who get insurance on the job at large companies.

How Large Employer Health Plans Could Be Affected By Obamacare Overhaul

With the future of the Affordable Care Act on the line, health insurance benefits for workers at large companies hang in the balance.

A Humvee passes the guard tower at the entrance of the U.S. prison at Guantanamo Bay in October 2016.

Trump Inherits Guantanamo's Remaining Detainees

Despite President Obama's executive order to close the Guantanamo Bay prison, dozens of detainees from the war on terrorism are still there.

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