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Friday, February 08, 2013
Reporter's Notebook
Puerto Rican Hip-Hop Icon Tego Calderon Mixes Prose And Politics
February 8, 2013 The legendary rapper is responsible for some of Latin hip-hop's most danceable music. His lyrics also advocate for the Puerto Rican independence movement.
History
Walking Enthusiasts To Retrace Steps Of 1963 Kennedy March
February 8, 2013 Robert Kennedy's 50-mile hike in freezing weather — prompted by a joke his brother President John F. Kennedy made — kicked off the nation's walking and hiking craze. To honor the anniversary of the walk, a group of people plan to follow in his footsteps.
Asia
Outside The Big City, A Harrowing Sexual Assault In Rural India
February 8, 2013 A gang rape case in India's capital has attracted international attention. But sexual assaults are a nationwide problem, and authorities are often dismissive of victims, particularly in rural areas. One woman tells her story.
The Record
In A Diverse World, Grammy Sticks To Its Values
February 8, 2013 The nominees may seem to reflect our era of infinite playlists, but where the Grammys are concerned, some surprisingly traditional ideas still endure.
Planet Money
How Happy Is America?
February 8, 2013 The government is considering adopting a national happiness index. But how do you measure happiness?
StoryCorps
A Life Defined Not By Disability, But Love
February 8, 2013 When she was younger, Myra didn't realize her mom, Bonnie Brown, was "different" than most. Her mother's intellectual disability was only something she realized later when her mother told her, "I know I am not like your friends' mothers, but I'm doing the best I can."
Thursday, February 07, 2013
Europe
Privatization Of Greek Assets Runs Behind Schedule
February 7, 2013 The sweeping fire sale is a requirement for multibillion-euro bailouts. And the Chinese, Russian and Arab companies lining up to take advantage of the steep discounts are making Greeks and other Europeans nervous.
Planet Money
'Give Me The Money Or I'll Shoot The Trees'
February 7, 2013 A pristine rainforest in Ecuador sits on top of the equivalent of millions of barrels of oil. Ecuador has offered a deal to the rich countries of the world: Pay us billions of dollars, and we'll leave the rainforest untouched.
Shots - Health News
Silica Rule Changes Delayed While Workers Face Health Risks
February 7, 2013 Regulations to restrict the amount of silica dust that workers can inhale were set decades ago, and workplace safety experts say that limit needs to be cut in half. A proposal for new rules was sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for a 90-day review, but almost two years later, it's still under review.
The Record
Why Al Walser Got A Grammy Nomination And Justin Bieber Didn't
February 7, 2013 The voting rules for the awards almost always leave room for disappointment or confusion, but if you're willing to market yourself, you too could win a nomination.
