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Defected Cuban dancers adjust to U.S., seek work

They practice in the back of a dance studio next to a Wendy's restaurant in a strip mall. Six ballet dancers leap across the floor, hidden from view from the mothers watching their daughters in pink leotards in a front room.Full story

Doctors Should Dress Sharp in the Name of Hygiene, Doc Says

Doctors who wear casual — and even "scruffy" — clothes to work not only look unprofessional, but they also convey a lackluster attitude toward personal hygiene, which could have implications for hospital infections, one doctor argues. Full story

Top Lines: John Oliver, Rick Perry, Ron Paul, Austin Powers, and pole dancers

  John Oliver starts on “Daily Show”; Rick Perry tries once again to discuss which government agencies he wants to nix; Former. Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, lashes out at the NSA; Fox News talks pole dancers; that, incidentally, excites Austin Powers; and Ron Paul has a message for President Obama in today

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  Who knows Natalie best, Willie or Al?

The TODAY anchors chat about the hot topics of the day, and in honor of Natalie Morales’ birthday, Willie and Al compete to see who knows her best, answering questions about her middle name, her secret talents, and more.

  Dean Cain shows Hoda ‘white guy’ dance moves

Actor Dean Cain stars in the upcoming VH1 series “Hit the Floor,” playing a pro basketball coach who has the tough job of picking the dancers who help cheer on his team. He tells Kathie Lee and Hoda that the cast is “ridiculously gorgeous,” and shows the ladies how he dances.

  Shimmying her way to a green card

Burlesque dancer and part-time pin-up girl, Bettina May, recently earned the coveted "extraordinary abilities" visa. Now that she has her green card, she's pursuing her art on tour around the United States.

  Cuban dancer starts new life in U.S.

Cuban dancer joins Sarasota Ballet after defecting. WFLA's John Rogers reports.

  Dance Theater of Harlem is making a big comeback

Virginia Johnson, the artistic director and once the principal dancer at the Dance Theater of Harlem, and Robert Garland, the resident choreographer of the company, talk with Melissa Harris-Perry about how this troupe has broken barriers and how they differ from previous companies.

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