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Last Updated: February 09, 2010 04:20 pm
Study Examines Brain's Risk Center
February 09, 2010 04:20 pm
Scientists have shown that our aversion to losing money is all in our heads — specifically a part of the brain called the amygdala. A study of two people with damage to the amygdala, but no other part of the brain, found they had no problem taking risky bets that most people would avoid.
Pakistani City Becomes Suspected Taliban Hot Spot
February 09, 2010 04:00 pm
The sprawling Pakistani port city of Karachi has long attracted outsiders, among them tens of thousands of ethnic Pashtuns fleeing war in both Afghanistan and northwestern Pakistan. The authorities in Karachi say the latest wave of migrants contains more than refugees.
Listeners Invited To Share Snow Stories
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
The mid-Atlantic region is facing a second major snowstorm in less than a week, which could put some areas under as much as 3 feet of snow. Listeners who live in "snow states" deal with these conditions every winter, so share your "hunkered down in 3 feet of snow" stories to encourage your soon-to-be buried brethren.
Study: Mediterranean Diet May Lower Stroke Risk
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
The Mediterranean diet may be healthy not only for your heart but also for your brain. Researchers at Columbia University Medical Center report patients who ate the diet — rich in fish, fruits and vegetables — suffered fewer small strokes than those who ate a more traditional Western diet.
Toyota Recalls Prius Over Brake Problems
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
Automaker Toyota says it's recalling about 437,000 Priuses and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems. Toyota has now recalled more than 8.5 million cars worldwide because of various manufacturing defects.
Obama Urges Bipartisan Work On Jobs Bill
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
President Obama said Tuesday Democrats and Republicans should be able to come together and pass a jobs bill. The comments came at a meeting with congressional leaders from both parties.
What Went Wrong With Prius Braking System?
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
Automaker Toyota announced Tuesday that it's recalling about 437,000 Priuses and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems. David Champion, senior director of automotive testing for Consumer Reports, discusses how the braking system for the Prius works.
First Lady Takes Aim At Childhood Obesity
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
First lady Michelle Obama launched Tuesday a nationwide campaign to fight childhood obesity, calling for more exercise for kids and healthier food in schools. She was joined by members of the president's Cabinet, as well as media, sports, entertainment and business leaders.
New Orleans Resident Relives Super Bowl Win
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
For longtime residents of New Orleans, the Saints' Super Bowl triumph marks a break of sorts from the tragedy brought about by Hurricane Katrina. Longtime resident Sharon White says that after the game she went to Bourbon Street. "It was just one love," she says. "Everybody was just hugging and kissing and high-fiving."
Doctor On Childhood Obesity
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
First lady Michelle Obama launched Tuesday a nationwide campaign to fight childhood obesity. Dr. Gail Nunlee-Bland, a pediatric endocrinologist and director of the Diabetes Center at Howard University Hospital, discusses the childhood obesity epidemic and her experience seeing and treating overweight patients.
Letters: Super Bowl, Jackson, Murtha
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
Melissa Block and Michele Norris read letters that weigh in on cleaning up the French Quarter after the Super Bowl, Mahalia Jackson, and the need for better wording in the remembrance Tuesday of Congressman John Murtha.
How Snowstorms Are Predicted
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
More snow is predicted for the mid-Atlantic region Tuesday and Wednesday. The storm could bring up to 20 inches of snow. Doug Hill, chief meteorologist at ABC 7 News, Washington, D.C.'s ABC affiliate, offers his insight on how snowstorms are predicted.
Snow Paralyzes Federal Government
February 09, 2010 03:00 pm
The heavy snow in the mid-Atlantic region has paralyzed Washington. The city has received record-setting snow, and the federal government has been closed as a result. Joe Davidson, the Federal Diary columnist for The Washington Post, discusses the work that's not getting done by the federal government due to weather.
As Focus Shifts To Jobs, The Uninsured Seek Solutions
February 09, 2010 01:22 pm
The national debate over health care appears to be taking a back seat to jobs creation — but the problem persists for people who have jobs but no health insurance. A recently developed health alliance in New Orleans aims to be at least part of the solution to this problem.
Lil Wayne's Jail Time: All Part Of The Plan
February 09, 2010 12:24 pm
Today, a New York judge told the rapper he can't postpone going to jail past March 2nd. He's a star whose influence reaches well beyond the hip-hop world. He's been in a Nike commercial with LeBron James, interviewed by Katie Couric. Even President Obama's mentioned his name—a few times. And he may even represent a new model for rappers who get sent to jail.
