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The euro sank to a nine-year low Monday as new doubts surfaced about Greece's commitment to the common currency bloc.

Why The Euro Fell To A 9-Year Low Against The Dollar

A combination of political instability in Greece, possible quantitative easing in the eurozone and a stronger dollar are all pushing the common European currency lower.

Residents walk on an empty street in Banjul Gambia, Tuesday, Dec. 30. Heavy gunfire rang out Tuesday near the presidential palace, raising the specter of a coup attempt.

U.S. Charges 2 Americans Over Attempted Coup In The Gambia

The men allegedly bought weapons and shipped them to The Gambia. Court papers say they planned to ambush the president's convoy, but when the plan fell through they decided to storm the State House.

At The Peak Of Her Powers: Barbara Lynn's 'Complete Atlantic Recordings'

Fresh Air rock historian Ed Ward has a look in to a vital part of Lynn's career.

Report: St. Louis Rams Owner Plans New Stadium In LA

The Los Angeles Times reports Stan Kroenke and the Stockbridge Capital Group plan to build an 80,000-seat NFL stadium — which could see the team return to the city where it spent almost five decades.

Syrian children play at a refugee camp in Terbol, Lebanon, in 2013. More than 1 million Syrian refugees are in Lebanon, which is now requiring Syrians to obtain visas before entering the country.

In Latest Sign Of Strain, Lebanon Demands That Syrians Get Visas

The more than 1 million Syrian refugees have placed a tremendous burden on Lebanon, a country of just 4 million people.

A Place That Can't Exist Again: Blondie's New York

Chris Stein's photos in Me, Blondie and the Advent of Punk Rock document a city that is barely recognizable today.

The San Francisco-based startup CellScope has built a tool to do ear exams at home, instead of going to the doctor.

Self-Tracking Gadgets That Play Doctor Abound At CES

A new wave of self-monitoring devices and apps is hitting the Consumer Electronics Show — ones with explicit medical purposes. They promise to help diagnose everything from ear infections to diseases.

U.S. gasoline prices have fallen sharply since last summer, driven by surging oil production and other factors. The price for a barrel of U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell below $50 Monday.

Crude Oil Dips Under $50 A Barrel, A Price Last Seen In 2009

In the U.S., the average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline has fallen some $1.20 since June, according to AAA. The drop is linked to both OPEC's boosted production and a stronger dollar.

Dr. Devi Shetty meets with a patient. The surgeon, who says heart disease is on the rise in India, has never turned away a patient who had no money to pay.

India's Philanthropist-Surgeon Delivers Cardiac Care Henry Ford-Style

With an assembly line of operating theaters in India, Dr. Devi Shetty is determined to deliver affordable health care to anyone in need.

Using Tor, or The Onion Router, enables users to hide their online activities. Advocates say the network protects the privacy of activists. But prosecutors say it's used extensively by criminals — and is making it harder for law enforcement to do its job.

Prosecutors Say Tools For Hiding Online Hinder Cybercrime Crackdowns

Advocates say tools that cloak online identities are needed to protect activists. Prosecutors say they hinder efforts to police all kinds of crime, from child pornography to illegal gun sales.

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