Feb 13th, 2010 · The sun is emerging from a two-year period of quiet, and that's good news to amateur radio astronomers like Thomas Ashcraft. He records the sounds of solar flares and other cosmic phenomena from his home observatory in Santa Fe, N.M. Ashcraft tells Guy Raz about this "exciting time" for sun watchers and about his elaborate backyard recording studio.
Jan 25th, 2010 · Glenn Close's critically acclaimed legal drama launches its third season tonight, with a plotline about a Bernie Madoff-style Wall Street swindler. David Bianculli says that show — and a handful of other returning series — should warm up any TV-watcher's winter.
Dec 22nd, 2009 · This holiday season, expect flights to be packed tightly. Industry watchers say travelers should be prepared to fight for carry-on baggage space and pay for food, pillows and other onboard amenities.
Dec 10th, 2009 · Market watchers look to their favorite indicators to signal when the economy is turning around — things like GDP, productivity or the consumer price index. But for a Massachusetts liquor store owner, it's when customers stop buying inexpensive wines
Nov 13th, 2009 · AMC's newest miniseries is an ill-advised attempt at a reboot of the cult-hit '60s spy series: A man known as Six (Jim Caviezel) finds himself trapped in a strange desert village, dogged by a mysterious watcher (Ian McKellen's elusive Two). Critic David Bianculli says that despite McKellen's captivating performance, the remake has none of the curious genius of the original.
Oct 8th, 2009 · President Obama's decision not to meet with the Dalai Lama this week is a reminder of Beijing's rising power in its relationship with Washington. Long-time China watchers say it's also a sign of how economic and other interests have come to trump human rights issues.
Sep 8th, 2009 · Apple-watchers say the company is poised to release new versions of the iPod on Wednesday. The wish list includes integrating a digital camera into a number of iPods including the Nano. Analysts hope it will support video chat with an integrated microphone.
Aug 17th, 2009 · GOP Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison kicked off her gubernatorial campaign Monday against incumbent Gov. Rick Perry, also a Republican. Political watchers say this race could divide the Texas GOP. Wayne Slater, a senior political writer for the Dallas Morning News, offers his insight.