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Last Updated: February 10, 2010 12:20 am
Tina Brown's Must-Click List: Bad Things Edition
February 10, 2010 12:20 am
The editor-in-chief of The Daily Beast returns to Morning Edition for one of her regular conversations with NPR's Steve Inskeep about the books and articles that have caught her eye lately. On the list this time: "America the Miserable," overlong newspaper articles, and a political wife's memoir.
White House Plays Defense On National Security
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
The Obama administration has launched an aggressive PR campaign to challenge the notion that it's soft on terrorism. In TV interviews and op-ed columns, administration officials are fighting back against a familiar line of Republican attack that's taken on new strength in recent weeks.
Asperger's Officially Placed Inside Autism Spectrum
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
Researchers have referred to Asperger's as high-functioning autism for years, but it's never been listed officially as a form of autism by the American Psychiatric Association. But an updated edition of a mental health disorder guide now says Asperger's really is a form of autism — and some of those with Asperger's are objecting.
A White House Celebration Of Music From The Civil Rights Movement
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama and the First Lady host a concert for Black History Month, featuring performances by Bob Dylan, Natalie Cole, Jennifer Hudson, Joan Baez, Smokey Robinson and more.
Figure Skating: The Olympics' Broken Sport
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
Not long ago, figure skating was beset by spats among skaters and alleged corruption among judges. A new scoring system was meant to solve those problems. But instead, the complex ratings bewilder fans — and may be taking the soul out of the sport.
Mexico Suffers As U.S. Economy Struggles
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
The lagging U.S. economy continues to take its toll on Mexican migrant workers, who are sending less money home — 16 percent less in 2009. The decrease in remittances is affecting the economies of many Mexican states, especially rural areas. In Hidalgo, abandoned houses and half-finished projects reflect the downturn.
$7.2 Billion For Broadband Is Largely Unallocated
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
The stimulus package includes $7.2 billion to extend broadband Internet access to parts of the country where it's not widely available. The government has given out just a fraction of that money so far — and some applicants for the funding say major telecom companies are trying to get in the way.
Familiar Face Returns To Iraqi Politics: Saddam
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
Ahead of national elections in March, residents of Anbar province say they're disillusioned with the current government and look back on the late Saddam Hussein with nostalgia. For all of his shortcomings, they say Saddam was a leader who inspired fear and respect.
New Generation Of Sites Refine Online Job Search
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
New job search sites use improved search technology to pair job seekers with opportunities that match their skills and goals. But perfected online tools can only do so much in the face of a dismal job market.
Vancouver Tries To Polish 'Skid Road' For Olympics
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
The Winter Olympics tends to be heavy on glitz and fanfare, but this year much of the pageantry is taking place unusually close to one of the bleakest neighborhoods in North America. Vancouver's "Skid Road" is just a few blocks from the site of the opening ceremony.
Can Toyota Recover Its Reputation For Quality?
February 09, 2010 11:20 am
The Japanese automaker has stumbled badly in managing its current recall crisis. It's been accused of withholding information, changing its story and being less than aggressive in dealing with the various problems. Assuming the automaker can solve its problems, regaining public trust could take years.
When The Layoffs Come, Everything Must Go
February 09, 2010 10:46 am
Being laid off isn't easy; but being laid off and watching the office move on like your time there never existed is excruciating. This is Marc Kevin Hall's story.
Weatherman's Forecasts Get Your Attention
February 09, 2010 05:36 am
Jim Kosek is an AccuWeather.com weatherman. He shouts in the style of the late comedian Sam Kinison. In a recent forecast captured on YouTube he shouts:"Our paralyzing, crippling, record-breaking storm comes TA-DAAAAY!"
Weekend Snow Would Fill 12 Million Swimming Pools
February 09, 2010 05:18 am
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says this past weekend's snow storm dumped enough white stuff to fill 12 million Olympic swimming pools. To put it another way, all that snow would fill 30,000 Empire State buildings.
Last Man Laid Off Says Goodbye To Merged Company
February 09, 2010 04:00 am
Commentator Marc Kevin Hall describes his last few months on the job that he was just laid off from. He was one of a handful of employees kept on to wrap things up after a big corporate consolidation. After the merger, his job was eliminated.
