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Friday, February 01, 2013
Author Interviews
Netflix Moves Back Into Content Production With 'Cards'
February 1, 2013 House of Cards is a $100 million adaptation of a British television show. Starring Kevin Spacey, the first two episodes are directed by The Social Network's David Fincher — and all 13 episodes will be available at once.
Planet Money
An International Battle Over One Of The Most Boring Things In Finance
February 1, 2013 The years-long, multi-billion-dollar battle just ended.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
The Two-Way
Boeing Engineers' Union Votes To Put Strike Authorization On Ballot
January 31, 2013 The union also recommended that its members reject the company's latest contract offer. Members have until 5 p.m. on Feb. 19 to cast their vote.
All Tech Considered
What's Next, A Patent For The Lines Around Apple Stores?
January 31, 2013 Apple has trademarked its minimalist store design. Though it seems over the top, the company has good reason to protect its look: Fake Apple stores cropped up in China last year.
Latin America
The Mexico-Canada Guest-Worker Program: A Model For The U.S.?
January 31, 2013 Mexico has sent guest workers to Canada for nearly four decades, filling agriculture jobs that Canadians don't want, with Mexicans who do. Some say the U.S. should consider this model as it looks at overhauling the immigration system.
Law
'Check Yes Or No': The Hurdles Of Job Hunting With A Criminal Past
January 31, 2013 WNYCOne in five Americans has a criminal record, according to some estimates. And while punishment is usually temporary, those records can last forever. With an already stiff job climate, finding employment can be even tougher for those millions with unlawful pasts.
The Two-Way
U.S. Moves To Halt AB InBev's Purchase Of Grupo Modelo
January 31, 2013 A $20.1 billion merger of beer conglomerates is now delayed, after the U.S. Justice Department filed suit Thursday. The deal would put Corona, Bud Light, Stella Artois, and other popular beers under one corporate umbrella, which Justice officials say will mean higher prices.
The Two-Way
Citing Progress, White House Disbands Jobs Council
January 31, 2013 Some Republicans have already seized the moment, saying this decision was part of the "failed Obama record." The Obama administration said it was already moving forward with some of the council's recommendations.
The Two-Way
Growth In Incomes, Spending Slowed In 2012; Jobless Claims Jumped Last Week
January 31, 2013 The year ended on a strong note, with personal incomes up 2.6 percent in December alone. But over all of 2012, growth in both incomes and spending was less than the increases in 2011. The week's big economic news comes Friday when we'll hear how many jobs were created in January.
The Salt
Future Farms Of America Might Not Include Much Family
January 31, 2013 Family farms often rely on the next generation to carry on the family business. However, some agricultural economists say family farmers should work to modernize their hiring practices and consider that the most qualified workers might come from outside the family.
Planet Money
Should Gun Owners Have To Buy Liability Insurance?
January 31, 2013 Most states require car owners to have liability insurance to cover damages their vehicles cause to others; some economists think we should require the same of gun owners.
