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Mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner in the WNYC Studios talking to Brian Lehrer (Jody Avirgan)

Candidate Weiner in the House

Former congressman Anthony Weiner talks to Brian Lehrer in his first live interview since announcing his bid for New York City mayor. Weiner discusses the "apologizing" he'll have to do to voters after resigning amid a sexting scandal, his vision for single-payer health care in New York City, the "venemous" bike lanes debate, and more. Listen to full audio and read highlights now.

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As NYC Bike Share Begins, Share Your Tips (and Fears) for New Riders

With bike share launching next week, potentially thousands of people will be biking New York who haven't ever done so before. They need advice. Let's give them some. Listen to some tips -- and upload your own -- inside.

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Watch Live: President Obama on National Security Measures

The president is expected to give an address about national security at 2 p.m. There's speculation that he will speak about Guantanamo Bay and the controversy over the use of drone strikes overseas that have killed four Americans.

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Sandy Changes Topography of Long Beach, LI

Seasonal beachgoers are returning to Long Beach and they are finding a few changes since Sandy hit.

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Cicadas Stirring up on Staten Island

Cicadas are starting to emerge on Staten Island’s south shore.
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Airbnb Legal Questions

Ilya Marritz , WNYC reporter, discusses a recent case where an Airbnb host had to pay a $2400 fine for renting his apartment through Airbnb.
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The Rite of Spring

WNYC’s Sara Fishko has been sifting through endless recordings and recollections of Stravinksy’s The Rite of Spring. As we work our way up to its celebrated centenary on May 29th, some recommendations for listening…in this edition of Fishko Files.