Business
BP Settles Criminal Suit Over Gulf Oil Spill
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Planet Money
It's Legal To Sell Marijuana In Washington. But Try Telling That To A Bank.
November 16, 2012 Voters in Washington and Colorado just approved measures legalizing marijuana for recreational use. But businesses that want to sell marijuana in those states will face a problem: No bank wants to do business with them.
It's All Politics
In California, 'Republican' Is Becoming A Toxic Label
November 16, 2012 This year, the number of registered Republicans in the state dipped below 30 percent of voters. Some GOP candidates are even re-registering as independents to avoid having "Republican" next to their names. But analysts say change might have to come on a national level before it reaches California.
Superstorm Sandy: Before, During And Beyond
Want To Help Sandy Victims? Send Cash, Not Clothes
November 16, 2012 Lots of people and companies are making donations to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy, but food and clothing aren't always the most helpful things. Most charities would prefer money so they can target help to the greatest needs.
Movie Interviews
Director Joe Wright On Tolstoy's Iconic Adultress
November 16, 2012 Wright has made four feature-length movies, three of which have been adapted from literature. His newest film, Anna Karenina, tackles Leo Tolstoy's iconic love tragedy. He speaks with NPR's Renee Montagne about making a familiar story his own.
Holiday Recipes
A 'Splendid Table' Set With Mama Stamberg's Relish
November 16, 2012 In yet another installment of a long-standing NPR tradition, Susan Stamberg sneaks her (in)famous family recipe for cranberry relish on the air. This year, she talks to Lynne Rossetto Kasper, host of The Splendid Table — who isn't fooled for a second.
StoryCorps
An Unusual Friendship, Forged Over Thanksgiving
November 16, 2012 Larry Rolf and Denny Daniels share an uncommon bond: They're best friends and they were both married to the same woman — though not at the same time. Their friendship, which started over Thanksgiving years ago, has continued through thick and thin.
Heavy Rotation
Heavy Rotation: 5 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing
November 16, 2012 Every so often, an NPR station discovers a song that it can't stop playing. In this edition of Heavy Rotation, download music from R&B king Avant, dance-rock trio Yeasayer, folk up-and-comers Shovels & Rope and The Stray Birds, and pop singer Robert Francis.
