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Birthplace Of 'Robo-Signing' Eyes Deal Critically
Thursday, February 09 2012 10:41 PM
On Thursday, the federal government reached a $26 billion deal with the nation's largest banks to compensate homeowners. In Florida, where a lawyer uncovered and named the rushed mortgage-approval process, some lawyers and homeowners say technical issues and trust battles remain for courts and the banks.
Sharon Van Etten: Hypnotically Complicated
Thursday, February 09 2012 10:04 PM
Van Etten's new album, Tramp, is titled after the touring artist's time of essential homelessness. It's full of unresolved restlessness, infinite-loop longing and expansive vocals.
The GOP Elixir: Candidates Campaign On Tax Cuts
Thursday, February 09 2012 10:00 PM
All four of the remaining Republican presidential candidates have proposed cutting business and personal income taxes — the only difference is by how much.
Gay Marriage Opponents Take Battle To The Ballot
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:50 PM
Washington may soon become the seventh state to legalize gay marriage. But first, it's likely to face a referendum challenge in November. Same-sex marriage will be on the ballot in a handful of states this year, and supporters have yet to win a statewide vote.
More Than Miso: Food Writer In Japan Records Struggling Region's Cuisine
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:46 PM
In a new cookbook, food writer Elizabeth Andoh tells the story of the cuisine of Japan's Tohoku region, which was hard hit by last year's earthquake, tsunami and nuclear accident. Andoh says it's important to document the region's cuisine now, because traditional dishes often disappear during periods of upheaval.
'Chico And Rita' And All That Jazz
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:30 PM
An animated Oscar contender follows one on-and-off romance — and traces the development of some of the world's most infectious musical styles.
George Clooney On Acting, Fame, And Putting Down Your Cell Phone Camera
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:29 PM
George Clooney talks to Robert Siegel about The Descendants, aging gracefully in Hollywood, and the ubiquity of cell phone cameras.
Bishops Stand Strong Against Birth Control Mandate
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:28 PM
The White House and American Catholic bishops are at a stalemate over a rule requiring many religious organizations to provide insurance coverage for contraception. "If the argument is over religious liberty," says one scholar, "the bishops win. If the argument is over contraceptives, the administration wins."
Winter Songs: Paul Simon, The Bard Of Bad Weather
Thursday, February 09 2012 09:01 PM
Among the hundreds of songs that remind listeners of winter, one name keeps coming up: Paul Simon.
Over Bowls Of Soup, Donors Find Recipe For Change
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:46 PM
You don't have to have big bucks to join the latest trend in philanthropy. Soup groups around the country let diners pool their money to support deserving local initiatives. In Philadelphia, one dinner raised $225 for a teacher's class project.
Fighting Fit, Venezuela's Chavez Roars Back
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:30 PM
Last year, cancer nearly felled Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. The long-serving and outspoken leader disappeared to Cuba for treatment for weeks at a time. Now, he has regained his bluster and is promising to crush his opponents as they mount a challenge to his rule.
States Hope For Relief With 'No Child' Waivers
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:00 PM
Six months ago, President Obama directed his secretary of education to give waivers to states seeking much-needed relief from the federal education mandates prescribed under No Child Left Behind. On Thursday, they granted them to ten. But how much flexibility is the president really willing to give and what is he asking in return?
Study: Young People Hardest Hit By Poor Job Market
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:00 PM
Audie Cornish speaks with Kim Parker, Associate Director with Pew Social & Demographic Trends and lead study author about the new Pew report on record high youth unemployment statistics. The study found that negative trends in the labor market have hit 18-34-year-olds the hardest.
Foreclosure Deal To Help Underwater Homeowners
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:00 PM
Government officials have worked out a deal with the nation's five big banks to settle state and federal investigations of alleged foreclosure abuses. Banks would have to pay $5 billion in cash and another $20 billion in loan modifications under the terms of the deal.
Insider Trading Bills Take Aim At Congress
Thursday, February 09 2012 08:00 PM
The House of Representatives approved a bill to limit the ability of members of Congress to gain financially from information they acquire because of their positions. The Senate passed its version last week, and most members agree the bill is necessary this election year.