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Saturday

At This Sandwich Shop, A Vietnamese Pop Star Serves Up Banh Mi

Lynda Trang Dai sits inside her restaurant, Lynda Sandwich, in Orange County, Calif. Lisa Morehouse/For NPR hide caption

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The Salt

At This Sandwich Shop, A Vietnamese Pop Star Serves Up Banh Mi

Lynda Trang Dai, known as the "Vietnamese Madonna," performs around the world. Back home in California, she's got a different starring role: she's the only one to whip up her sandwiches' secret sauce.

At This Sandwich Shop, A Vietnamese Pop Star Serves Up Banh Mi

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Friday

Economy

Federal Reserve Proposes New Bailout Rules To Remove Taxpayer Burden

The new rules would help ensure that if a big bank were to fail, the costs of its bailout would not fall on taxpayers. Long-term bonds could provide a cushion of capital to cover losses.

Federal Reserve Proposes New Bailout Rules To Remove Taxpayer Burden

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When High Fees Stink Up Your 401(k), What Can You Do?

Many Americans with 401(k) plans don't know if they're paying any fees. Pay too much, and it could take a chunk out of your nest egg. Annette Elizabeth Allen/NPR hide caption

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Your Money And Your Life

When High Fees Stink Up Your 401(k), What Can You Do?

Many Americans with 401(k) plans don't know if they're paying any fees. Pay too much, and it could take a chunk out of your nest egg. If your plan's too costly, complain to your employer, experts say.

When High Fees Stink Up Your 401(k), What Can You Do?

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Valeant Says It Will Cut Ties To Specialty Pharmacy Amid Fraud Allegations

Michael Pearson, chairman and chief executive officer of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, speaks during the company's annual general meeting in May. Christinne Muschi/Reuters /Landov hide caption

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The Two-Way

Valeant Says It Will Cut Ties To Specialty Pharmacy Amid Fraud Allegations

The company's relationship with Philidor has been under scrutiny after questions were raised about whether it was using the specialty pharmacy to boost sales of Valeant drugs over cheaper versions.

Obamacare Deploys New Apps, Allies To Persuade The Uninsured

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Shots - Health News

Obamacare Deploys New Apps, Allies To Persuade The Uninsured

Open enrollment for Obamacare opens Sunday. Millions of people still lack health insurance, including some who signed up last year but later dropped their health coverage, calling it "unaffordable."

Obamacare Deploys New Apps, Allies To Persuade The Uninsured

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As An Investor, Tennessee Maintains Support For Volkswagen

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While Congress was concerned about pollution and deception in the automaker's emission problems, the state that's home to VW's only U.S. plant wants some assurances that their investment is safe.

As An Investor, Tennessee Maintains Support For Volkswagen

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Thursday

Education

Pennsylvania Schools Short On Funds As Budget Stalemate Continues

The governor and legislators can't agree how to fix the deficit or how much money schools should get. Meanwhile, districts are taking out loans and racking up interest costs to keep the lights on.

Pennsylvania Schools Short On Funds As Budget Stalemate Continues

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Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?

Carson Brown, a 30-year-old photographer, constructs a sculpture at Meijer, a large retailer in Michigan. Doug Coombe hide caption

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Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?

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A Michigan artist is creating improvised sculptures out of merchandise inside big box stores. He wants to jolt people out of their everyday surroundings. But store workers have to clean up after him.

Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?

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RushCard Sets Aside Millions To Compensate Customers Affected By Technical Problems

Russell Simmons says the problem with RushCard "has been devastating" for its customers. "We want to make sure they are made whole," he said in an exclusive interview with the Associated Press. Scott Roth/Scott Roth/Invision/AP hide caption

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The Two-Way

RushCard Sets Aside Millions To Compensate Customers Affected By Technical Problems

The prepaid debit card company, co-founded by hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, will compensate customers who suffered a "financial setback" due to a technical problem earlier this month.