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The Two-Way
Reports: Apple Lets Go One More Employee In Maps Fiasco
November 27, 2012 Apple issued a public apology over its maps application and had already fired an executive over the bungling of the software. This time it was the manager who oversaw the project who was pushed out.
Europe
For Cyprus' North And South, A Reversal Of Fortunes
November 27, 2012 For decades, the Turkish-occupied north lagged far behind the independent nation to the south, with its strong ties to Greece. Now, it's the Turks in northern Cyprus who have the roaring economy, as Greek Cypriots await the terms of an EU bailout.
Monkey See
Is That A Budweiser In Your Hand?: Product Placement, Booze, And Denzel Washington
November 27, 2012 Priska Neely peeks inside the fully stocked minibar of Denzel Washington's Flight to find out how all those brand-name bottles get on screen — and what happens when nobody gets permission.
The Two-Way
Consumer Confidence Edges Up Again; Reaches Highest Point Since Early 2008
November 27, 2012 Consumers purchase more than two-thirds of all goods and services. If they're feeling better, that's a good omen for the overall economy.
The Two-Way
Home Prices Rose For Sixth Month, Survey Shows
November 27, 2012 Signs that the housing sector is recovering have been popping up in recent months. Today's news adds to the evidence. Prices were up earlier this fall in nearly all major cities.
The Salt
For Restaurants, Food Waste Is Seen As Low Priority
November 27, 2012 Food waste is a big problem — for public health, the environment and consumers. Chefs and restaurant owners seem like they'd be the least likely to waste food, and yet 15 percent of all the food that ends up in landfills comes from restaurants. Some restaurants are starting to take action.
It's All Politics
Fiscal Cliff Compromise: Devil Is In The Definition Of Revenue
November 27, 2012 It's now widely agreed that steering away from the fiscal cliff — the combination of spending cuts and tax increases set to hit at the start of the year — will require some combination of revenue increases and spending cuts. The central sticking point could well be whether President Obama and Congress can agree on the definition of revenue.
Monkey See
Running A Comedy Machine: How Chuck Lorre Makes Hits
November 27, 2012 On Morning Edition, Neda Ulaby looks at television's most powerful comedy hitmaker.
Your Money
Companies That Were 'Naughty And Nice' In 2012
November 27, 2012 For holiday shoppers, retailers' approach to fees, returns and other practices can bring praise or anger. And when customers rant or rave, Consumer Reports takes note — and compiles them into its annual "Naughty and Nice" list of companies.
