Nov 20th, 2008 · Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said this week that financial markets have "stabilized" But the daily numbers don't agree. Bank stocks remain under pressure and the credit market worsened again Wednesday. Are the government's actions producing the desired results?
Nov 4th, 2008 · When it comes to political satire, changes in the White House bring changes on our TV screens. Political impressionists are preparing to take on their next big role. We've seen Tina Fey do near-perfect impersonations of Republican Vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin, but some performances leave something to be desired.
Jun 9th, 2008 · Director Marina Zenovich delved into the director's psyche while making the film Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired. She looks back at his legal troubles and his unusual "blueprint."
Mar 1st, 2008 · China and the United States signed an arrangement Friday granting the U.S. limited but long-desired access to military records of the People's Liberation Army. U.S. officials hope the records will help clarify the fate of some 8,000 servicemen still unaccounted for from the Korean War. Charles Ray, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for POW/missing personnel affairs, who signed the agreement, talks to Jacki Lyden.
Dec 10th, 2007 · More than two years after Hurricane Katrina, the return of New Orleans' beloved St. Charles Avenue Streetcar Line is a much-awaited sign of progress. Residents are "glad we're back," veteran streetcar driver Johnny Avie says.
Oct 16th, 2007 · In a quest to discover this election's version of "Soccer Moms" and "NASCAR Dads," NPR contributor Mo Rocca takes his microphone to the streets of Philadelphia. Rocca talks with Michele Norris about what he found, and we hear from a number of people in potentially desirable demographics.
Aug 29th, 2007 · Commentator Julie Zickefoose has had many cars that have become homes to mice. She explains how to spot whether your car is desirable real estate for the furry little creatures.
Aug 18th, 2007 · The United States Federal Reserve surprised many on Friday when it cut the rate it charges commercial banks when it lends them money. The move was aimed at restoring investor's confidence in the world's credit markets. And it seemed to have the desired effect. Stock prices soared in both the United States and Europe.