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Jellyfish, Sea Snakes and Beetles: The Challenges of Hunting for Sea Mines

By David Chalian

Navy divers use MH-53 helicopters, like this one on board the USS Ponce, to hunt for mines in the Persian Gulf. Photo by Dan Sagalyn/PBS NewHour PERSIAN GULF -- One of the biggest challenges hunting for mines in the Persian…

Sonar on USS Warrior Mine Hunting Ship

Sonar on USS Warrior Mine Hunting Ship…

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On the NewsHour Friday Night

Consumer spending is up, but is the economy on the mend? On board a warship hunting for mines in the Persian Gulf A one-time star of China's Communist Party is ousted Analysis of the week's top political news with…

Gwen's Take: Political High Wire Acts

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, right, rallies with Republican U.S. Senate candidate Todd Akin on the campaign trail Sept. 24 in Kirkwood, Mo. Photo by Whitney Curtis/Getty Images ST LOUIS -- I haven't been to the circus in…

After Botched Call in Packers-Seahawks Game, Owners and Pro Referees Make Deal

After Botched Call in Packers-Seahawks Game, Owners and Pro Referees Make Deal…

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Campaigns Use Non-Traditional Advertising to Target Specific Communities

Campaigns Use Non-Traditional Advertising to Target Specific Communities…

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Israel's Flirtation with Military Action Against Iran Puts U.S. in Tricky Spot

Israel's Flirtation with Military Action Against Iran Puts U.S. in Tricky Spot…

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On the PBS NewsHour Tonight

By News Desk

On Wednesday's NewsHour: Violence erupts at anti-austerity protests in Greece and Spain The campaigns woo young voters and push early voting in key states The Turkish foreign minister on the Syrian war The teacher of the year And, remembering crooner…