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US counter-terrorism efforts, Golden Globes review, "Evolution of a Criminal" film
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Jan 12, 2015
Listen • 47:07
US counter-terrorism efforts, Golden Globes review, "Evolution of a Criminal" film

In light of the recent terror attacks in France, we get an update the status of counter-terrorism efforts in the U.S. Plus, the highs and lows of Sunday's Golden Globes, and a filmmakers examines what lead him to pull a bank heist at the age of 16.
People hold a banner of the Organization of Ivorian Professional Journalists, firmly condemning the slaying of journalists in France, on January 11, 2015 as they march toward the French embassy in Abidjan in tribute to the 17 victims of the three-day killing spree in Paris. The killings began on January 7 in Paris with an assault on the Charlie Hebdo satirical magazine in Paris that saw two brothers killing 12 people, including some of the country's best-known cartoonists, and the storming of a Jewish supermarket on the eastern edge of the capital, which killed four local residents.
People hold a banner of the Organization of Ivorian Professional Journalists, firmly condemning the slaying of journalists in France, on January 11, 2015 as they march toward the French embassy in Abidjan in tribute to the 17 victims of the three-day killing spree in Paris. The killings began on January 7 in Paris with an assault on the Charlie Hebdo satirical magazine in Paris that saw two brothers killing 12 people, including some of the country's best-known cartoonists, and the storming of a Jewish supermarket on the eastern edge of the capital, which killed four local residents.
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In light of the recent terror attacks in France, we get an update the status of counter-terrorism efforts in the U.S. Plus, the highs and lows of Sunday's Golden Globes, and a filmmakers examines what lead him to pull a bank heist at the age of 16.

What kind of danger does Al Qaeda pose at this point?
Listen • 7:17
Last week's attacks in France have raised serious questions about the reach of Islamist militant groups into Western countries.
Could an attack like the one on Charlie Hebdo happen in the US?
Listen • 7:29
Despite the security advances our country has made since 9/11, incidents like the bombing last year at the Boston marathon demonstrate that we're still vulnerable in many ways.
The Cheat Sheet - US policies following Paris attack and the 2016 presidential race
Listen • 9:21
How the the terrorist attack in Paris might affect domestic policy, why cyber attacks might take a back set because of it and what familiar names are stepping into the ring for the 2016 Presidential race.
Some Haitians still homeless 5 years after massive earthquake
Listen • 6:33
Five years ago Monday, a devastating earthquake struck Haiti, killing more than 200,000 people. As foreign aid dwindles, Haiti is still struggling to find suitable homes for many survivors.
Would a new NFL stadium in St. Louis derail LA's hopes for a team?
Listen • 6:16
Football fans in Los Angeles have long known heartbreak. First the Rams moved 50 miles south to Anaheim. Then, in 1994, they left for St. Louis. That same year the Raiders moved back to Oakland.
Impact of valley fever testing in California's inmates
Listen • 4:42
The state is spending more than $5 million to test inmates for valley fever. For more on these plans, we're joined by Don Thompson, who has written about this topic for the Associated Press.
Winter tops fall for promising TV show premieres
Listen • 5:20
Fall is traditionally the time of year for new TV shows, but this year, many new shows are premiering in early 2015. Variety's Brian Lowry joins Take Two to talk about what shows are looking promising and why more networks than ever are trying to get into the scripted drama game.
Evolution of a Criminal; from armed robber to a second chance
Listen • 10:18
Darius Clark Monroe was a good kid,. So what made him rob a bank at 16? He shares his story in the documentary "Evolution of a Criminal"
Biologists study Bowhead whale genes for clues to longevity
Listen • 4:40
The secret to a long life has been sought for generations. Now, a study out of the University of Liverpool could be one step closer to unlocking that answer -- with help from the bowhead whale.
The animated film 'Song of the Sea' retells the Selkie legend in water color
Listen • 10:03
Every now and then, a gem of a movie comes to the US from a faraway land. The Irish animated film Song of the Sea is just such a film.