Nov 14th, 2008 · Two independent research teams have detected exoplanets through unconventional methods — by taking snapshots using visible and infrared light. Astronomer James Graham discusses the findings — including what the exoplanets might tell us about the formation of planets and solar systems.
Oct 16th, 2008 · Residents of Chillicothe, Ohio, have seen better days financially. The mayor, workers at the local paper mill and others say they're seeing the effects of the Wall Street economic crisis trickle down to all aspects of small city life.
Aug 26th, 2008 · The poverty rate is holding steady and the number of uninsured has dropped, according to the Census Bureau's annual snapshot of American economic well-being. The data does not take into account the consequences of the economic downturn that began late last year, however.
Jun 30th, 2008 · In 1876, Tchaikovsky composed musical snapshots of each month of the calendar year for publication in a St. Petersburg magazine. Pianist Wu Han performs the entire cycle, and discusses the music with Performance Today host Fred Child in NPR's studio.
Apr 16th, 2008 · With the voting contest just a week away, Philadelphia Daily News senior writer Dave Davies offers a quick snapshot of a state that stretches from the eastern seaboard to the midwest and is home to 12.5 million Americans.
Jan 31st, 2008 · In advance of Super Tuesday, we've sent four reporters to four of the key states voting Feb. 5 to offer a snapshot at what's on voters' minds. Jason Beaubien reports from Missouri, Jeff Brady is in Colorado, Kathy Lohr checks in from Georgia, and David Schaper joins us from Illinois.
Dec 24th, 2007 · From grocery lists to New Year's resolutions, personal lists are snapshots of current activity, future planning and past accomplishment. Sasha Cagen talks about her new book, To-Do List: From Buying Milk to Finding a Soul Mate, What Our Lists Reveal About Us.
Sep 24th, 2007 · Stars' albums toggle back and forth between fizzy pop and dark snapshots of relationships in distress. On "Personal," singers Amy Millan and Torquil Campbell demonstrate that they've mastered the art of he-said/she-said ballads that expose raw nerves and rawer emotions.