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The Ghost Army

Don't miss the story of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, a top-secret World War II Army group in Europe that used rubber tanks, sound effects, and illusions to trick and misdirect the enemy about the strength and location of American units.

Tuesday at 8pm on WGBH 2

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Constitution USA with Peter Sagal: Created Equal

An examination of the 14th Amendment and how it's being used in the fight for same-sex marriage, voting rights, affirmative action, and immigration reform.

Tuesday at 9pm on WGBH 2

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Eduardo Saverin, co-founder of Facebook.

Bloomberg: Facebook's Saverin May Save $67 Million By Renouncing Citizenship

News that Eduardo Saverin renounced his U.S. citizenship ignited controversy about tax dodging.
 
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EU Human Rights Court Could Be Last Stop For German Claiming CIA Kidnapping

Khaled El-Masri says he was mistakenly flown to a secret prison in Afghanistan by the CIA.
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Latino Voters: Seen, But Will They Be Heard, In 2012?

Now the fastest growing voting group, Latinos could play a key role in battleground states.
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Is Housing Sector Getting Better? Increase In Starts May Signal It Is

There was a 2.6 percent increase in housing starts in April from March.
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Buyers Of Hyped Skechers 'Toning Shoes' Can Get Refunds

Skechers has agreed to pay $40 million to settle claims that it deceived buyers of Shape-ups shoes. 		 
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A Visit to Bistro 5 in Medford


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This week we explore West Medford and visit Bistro 5, where chef Vittorio Ettore serves seasonally fresh dishes that embody the warmth and richness of his native Italy.

Saturday at 4:30pm on WGBH 2
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Recalling Previous IRS Targets


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Our panelists discuss how communities of color will make their coalitions heard in Boston's mayoral race, and we'll also discuss earlier IRS turmoil, when the agency targeted the political activity of the NAACP and the black church.
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Take a visit to the shimmering Corning Museum of Glass in New York, get a peek at the ICA's survey of graffiti artist Barry McGee, and hear legendary tap dance artist Maurice Hines talk about his show Tappin' Thru Life at Arts Emerson.

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