Aug 22nd, 2008 · U.S. men matched their female teammates in winning gold in beach volleyball, while American teams kept up their steady advance in pursuit of indoor volleyball, basketball and baseball. Overall, the U.S. medal pile topped 100, but China continued to lead in gold medals.
Apr 8th, 2008 · One of seven United Arab Emirates, Dubai is home to $60 glasses of champagne, an indoor ski slope, the world's tallest structure and a chain of artificial islands. New York Times travel writer Danielle Pergament recounts a whirlwind visit.
Mar 25th, 2008 · The city says a multimillion-dollar indoor composting facility would help generate electricity for 1,500 homes. Mayor Tom Menino says the composting center, which would take yard trimmings and discarded food, would help turn Boston from "Beantown to Greentown."
Dec 19th, 2006 · Federal agents in California recently busted a series of pot farms they say have all the markings of organized crime. The farms were found in unexpected places, many of them at suburban homes near Sacramento. Law enforcement officials say it's not an isolated problem. Seizures of indoor marijuana plants in the state were up 81 percent this year.
Aug 8th, 2006 · A part of American architecture, porches also play an important role in America's literary landscape. In To Kill a Mockingbird and many other works, the space between indoor and out has been the scene of drama, conflict and nostalgia.
Sep 9th, 2004 · A new study finds that eliminating tobacco smoke and taking other steps to reduce household allergens -- such as vacuuming and using air purifiers -- can reduce the number of asthma-related illnesses in children who live in urban neighborhoods, where asthma is most prevalent. NPR's Joseph Shapiro reports.