Middle East
Under Fire, Egypt's Morsi To Meet With Judges
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Monday, November 26, 2012
Business
An Entrepreneur Expands The Lego Universe
November 26, 2012 Each year, Lego turns out 19 billion plastic bricks, figures and gears for building things. But sometimes it seems even 19 billion isn't enough. Seattle-area resident Will Chapman wanted more, so he started making Lego-compatible parts — including World War II weapons.
U.S.
'Giving Tuesday': The Start Of A Holiday Tradition?
November 26, 2012 A coalition of more than 1,400 charities is launching Giving Tuesday to jump-start end-of-year giving. They're taking off on Black Friday and Cyber Monday to motivate donors at a time when the outlook for giving remains lackluster.
Shots - Health News
Give And Take: How The Rule Of Reciprocation Binds Us
November 26, 2012 Scientists say that whether tipping waiters or trading Christmas cards, we're programmed to reciprocate when we receive a gift. But the rule of reciprocity can also complicate politics and medicine.
The Two-Way
Supreme Court To Look At Who Is A 'Supervisor' In Harassment Cases
November 26, 2012 The court's answer to that question could significantly restrict employer liability in racial and sexual harassment cases, or, in the view of some business organizations, it could result in frivolous litigation.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Superstorm Sandy: Before, During And Beyond
Disaster Donations Surge, But What About Tomorrow?
November 25, 2012 In a period of just nine days following Superstorm Sandy, $740 million was donated for relief efforts. It was an unprecedented level of giving. But in past disasters like Hurricane Katrina, the money dried up after the early donations. The key may be planning for the long haul.
Around the Nation
N.H. Group Says People, Not Taxes, Should Help Needy
November 25, 2012 NHPRThose opposed to taxes and big government are putting their money where their mouths are in the state. A food drive there was put together by libertarians and anarchists, and they say they privately funded, voluntary charity is superior to the welfare system.
Around the Nation
Awash With Love: Storm Resurfaces 1940s Letters
November 25, 2012 WHYYAfter Superstorm Sandy, Kathleen Chaney found a bundle of letters along the New Jersey shore. Tied with a pink ribbon and thoroughly soaked, the letters tell the story of a wartime romance.
Europe
Fiscal Woes Fade For Catalan's Independence Fervor
November 25, 2012 Calls for secession in Spain's northern region have been reignited by the economic crisis. Catalonia's leader is vowing to call a referendum on independence, if he's returned to power in Sunday's election.
Africa
Aid Workers Struggle To Provide Services In Congo
November 25, 2012 Fighting between rebel and government forces in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has set off a humanitarian crisis. In one small refugee camp, workers from international aid groups are doing what they can to try and help some of the roughly 100,000 Congolese displaced by the fighting.
The Salt
Real Chefs Grind It With A Mortar And Pestle
November 25, 2012 With mixers, blenders and food processors found in most kitchens, the primitive mortar and pestle may seem out of place. But the Stone Age tool can't be beat when it comes to creating tasty salsas, pestos and curries, chefs say.
