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Felicity Aston Skis Antarctica Solo In 59 Days

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Tax Returns Show Romney's Complicated Finances

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Mixed Evidence Of Obama's Post-Partisan Presidency

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U.S. Raid Frees American, Dane Held In Somalia

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Egyptians Look Back On 1 Year Since The Revolution

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Obama Speech Depicts Country At A Crossroads

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$100 Hot Dog Better Be Top-Shelf Dog

By editor • Jan 25, 2012

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And today's last word in business explores the trend in extremely high-end versions of low-end cuisine. Sometimes you can walk into an upscale restaurant and they will bring you potato chips still in the bag.

Members Of Congress React To Obama's Speech

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Japan Details First Trade Deficit Since 1980

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NPR's business news starts with a turning point for Japan.

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Holiday Sales Help Boost Apple's Profits

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Federal Reserve To Publish Interest-Rate Projections

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And today, the Federal Reserve is taking another step in its stated intention to become more transparent. The committee that sets interest rates ends a two-day meeting, and its usual post-meeting announcement will have some unusual information.

How To Avoid 'Bill Shock' From Smartphone Use

By editor • Jan 25, 2012

Americans who've been traveling abroad are all too often stunned by the size of their mobile phone bill. Even if they aren't actively using their phone, they can rack up hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars in charges — resulting in what consumer advocates call "bill shock."

Los Angeles resident Lisa French thought she was being careful when she took her smartphone on a trip to Japan.

"I was advised not to make any phone calls, as phone calls oversees are very, very expensive," she says.

As A Coach, Paterno Was One Of A Kind

By • Jan 25, 2012

Now that Joe Paterno has passed on from Happy Valley, we must ponder whether we will ever see his like again.

But please: I am now, you understand, talking about Coach Paterno. Let us, for the moment, put aside how the old citizen whose credo was "Success with Honor" acted with regard to pedophilia: so without sensitivity, so irresponsibly, so –– ultimately –– cold-bloodedly. That will sully Paterno's memory forever.

Irene's Floods Dry Up Business In Vermont Town

By Lynne McCrea • Jan 25, 2012

When Waterbury, Vt., got walloped by the remnants of Hurricane Irene, the small town sustained an estimated $9 million in damages to personal property, and countless millions more in lost business revenue. Five months later, the waters have receded, but Waterbury's future remains uncertain.

On Main Street, a church bell still chimes every day, but daily life in Waterbury hasn't been the same since Irene.

"It's palpable," says Bill Shepeluk, Waterbury's municipal manager. "You can sense that it's not as vibrant as it was."

Disney Alters Facial Hair Policy At U.S. Theme Parks

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Competitive Eater Creates Twinkie-Eating Record

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Ambassador: U.S. Not Involved In Russian Election

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So this is a presidential election year here in the United States, and also in Russia. Their prime minister, Vladimir Putin, is the front-runner. But he's faced the largest anti-government demonstrations seen in that country since the collapse of the Soviet Union.

First Woman Named CEO Of Brazil's State Oil Co.

By editor • Jan 24, 2012

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NPR's business news starts with another powerful woman in Brazil.

Sen. Rand Paul Refuses TSA Pat-Down

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Fla. Tea Party Likes Gingrich's Bold Leadership Style

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Academy Award Nominations Are Announced Tuesday

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Obama Supporters Look To State Of The Union Speech

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U.S. Women's Soccer Looks To Qualify For Olympics

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State Of The Union To Focus On The Economy

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Romney, Gingrich Clash During GOP Debate In Tampa

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How Dr. Seuss Got His Start 'On Mulberry Street'

By editor • Jan 24, 2012

Seventy-five years ago, before Theodor Geisel rocked the culinary world with green eggs and ham or put a red-and-white striped top hat on a talking cat, Geisel (whom you probably know better as Dr. Seuss) was stuck on a boat, returning from a trip to Europe.

For eight days, he listened to the ship's engine chug away. The sound got stuck in his head, and he started writing to the rhythm. Eventually, those rhythmic lines in his head turned into his first children's book: It was called And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street.

One Man's Quest To Capture America's Endangered Zoo Animals (With A Camera)

By editor • Jan 23, 2012

To spend a day in the life of National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore, there are a few things you have to get used to. Really long drives, for one. Tigers charging at you. And, of course ... well ... messes.

"I'm the only studio portrait photographer I know whose subjects routinely poop and pee on the background right in front of me," he says from behind the lens.

Patriots Favored To Win Super Bowl By 3 Points

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Chicago Judge Illustrates His Rulings With Photos

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