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Apple pie: The all-American dessert we eat to celebrate Independence Day actually reveals our dependence on foods with far-flung origins.

As Chinese, Iranian and Indonesian As Apple Pie

The flavorful fruits originated in Central Asia; the wheat, in the Mideast. The lard? Courtesy of the Spanish. Spices came via the Banda Islands. Put them altogether for an all-American treat.

A neighborhood in Tikrit, Iraq, that was destroyed by Shia militia as acts of retribution toward Sunni residents who they believe harbored ISIS.

FRONTLINE: Confronting ISIS

Airs Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV

In Arlington, Mass., the homeowners plan to restore and expand their early English-style Arts and Crafts home, built in 1909 (exterior photo).

THIS OLD HOUSE: Arlington Arts & Crafts

Airs Saturdays, Oct. 1-22 & Dec. 31, 2016 & Jan. 7 - Feb. 18, 2017 at Noon or 12:30 p.m. on KPBS TV

Nominee for FBI Director Christopher Wray will have his confirmation hearing with the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday.

FBI Director Nominee Christopher Wray Could Help Steady The Bureau Amid Turmoil

The former prosecutor operates outside the spotlight. But his friends and mentors say he appreciates Justice Department traditions and will uphold them if he's confirmed to lead the FBI.

'The Dog': Dubious Dealings In Dubai

There are no winners in Joseph O'Neill's new novel The Dog, just a long downward spiral into stalemate as the nameless narrator flees a bad breakup and gets mired in shady financial dealings in Dubai.

Supervisors Presented With $5.06B Budget Proposal For San Diego County Operations

A proposed budget of $5.06 billion for San Diego County that includes a slight spending increase was presented Tuesday to the Board of Supervisors. Hearings on details of the plan are set to begin June 9.

The White House announced Monday that it was expelling dozens of Russian officials from the U.S. President Trump is seen walking across the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday.

AP FACT CHECK: Trump Extols Work On Wall That Isn't Underway

President Donald Trump is trumpeting the start of his U.S.-Mexico border wall, but no new work on it is underway. Photos he sent with his tweet last week showed the continuation of an old project to replace 2 miles of existing barrier.

The drama <em>Room</em> tells the story of a boy and his mother (played by Jacob Tremblay and Brie Larson) who are being held captive in a windowless room.

Film Critic David Edelstein Says 2015 Offered An 'Embarrassment Of Riches'

Fresh Air's movie critic had no shortage of material to consider when it came time to make his top 10 list this year.

Hillary Clinton had to defend her views on foreign policy and President Obama's during Saturday's Democratic presidential debate, following the Paris attacks.

Democrats, Especially Clinton, Face Pressure In Debate On Paris Attacks

The first half hour of Saturday's debate was dominated by foreign policy. The candidates walked a line on their views and President Obama's, whose handling of the issue has declined since ISIS's rise.

Democrats, Especially Clinton, Face Pressure In Debate On Paris Attacks

The first half hour of Saturday's debate was dominated by foreign policy. The candidates walked a line on their views and President Obama's, whose handling of the issue has declined since ISIS's rise.

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