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Mongolian way of life threatened by dramatic climate change
Jordan struggling as Syrian refugees stream across the border
Economic turmoil in Europe could be key that turns U.S. elections
European artists protest budget cuts by destroying their art, including at museums

The average annual temperature has risen more in Mongolia than any other place on earth almost, about 4 degrees. The rain patterns have changed. In fact, some 60 to 70 percent of the country is at risk of desertification. If that happens, the country's nomadic herders will have to give up their herds and their traditional way of life.

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European artists protest budget cuts by destroying their art, including at museums

An Italian museum is the highest profile examples of European artists protesting budget cuts by burning their art. At the Casoria Contemporary Art Museum, director Antonio Manfredi has promised to burn three pieces per week until his funding is improved. He's already burned some pieces, so he's not bluffing.

'Black metal' musician elected to Greek Parliament with anti-immigrant political party

Giorgos Germenis was one of 21 members of the Golden Dawn party, often associated with neo-Nazis and fascism, elected to the Greek Parliament. He's a member of a black metal band -- a type of music associated with dark, violent themes and satanism. He's not your typical politician.

Mark Duplass discusses the Hollywood trend of writing for the lovable losers

If you think back over the big hit comedies in recent years, many have a common theme. They don't star a suave, sophisticated urbanite. Instead, the center on geeks, schlubs -- lovable losers living in their moms' basements.

Computer programmers new rockstars of music world

As the music industry tries to find its way forward in a world of MP3 and iTunes, the computer programmers who were once associated with Napster and other products that the music industry blamed for its malaise are now being brought closer together. The industry hopes programmers can help reinvent the industry.

Mo Willems remembers author Maurice Sendak

Maurice Sendak inspired a generation of authors with his picture books, serious enough to reinvent the medium but inviting enough to be favorites for millions of children. Mo Willems, a children's author today, says he was inspired by Sendak's work and his trailblazing.