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.
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Saturday, October 31, 2015
Friday, October 30, 2015
Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : NFL Player Pierre Garcon Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against FanDuel
NFL Player Pierre Garcon Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against FanDuel
The lawsuit says the daily fantasy company "knowingly and improperly exploits the popularity and performance" of NFL players.
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The lawsuit says the daily fantasy company "knowingly and improperly exploits the popularity and performance" of NFL players.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Small Investors To Find Small Businesses On Internet Sites
Small Investors To Find Small Businesses On Internet Sites
This is different from Kickstarter, which facilitates gifts, not investments. On the new federally-regulated sites, you'll be able to make an investment, although there's no guarantee it will pay off.
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This is different from Kickstarter, which facilitates gifts, not investments. On the new federally-regulated sites, you'll be able to make an investment, although there's no guarantee it will pay off.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Tainted Treats: Racism And The Rise Of Big Candy
Tainted Treats: Racism And The Rise Of Big Candy
Halloween's iconic candy corn first appeared in stores in the 1920s. The decade saw a boom in the retail candy business — and in advertising and production divided along racial lines.
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Halloween's iconic candy corn first appeared in stores in the 1920s. The decade saw a boom in the retail candy business — and in advertising and production divided along racial lines.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : FACT CHECK: Do Tax Cuts Grow The Economy?
FACT CHECK: Do Tax Cuts Grow The Economy?
Lots of GOP candidates say their tax policies will boost growth. That's oversimplifying it.
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Lots of GOP candidates say their tax policies will boost growth. That's oversimplifying it.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Federal Reserve Proposes New Bailout Rules To Remove Taxpayer Burden
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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : When High Fees Stink Up Your 401(k), What You Can Do?
When High Fees Stink Up Your 401(k), What You Can 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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : In A Financial Fire, Big Banks Will Have An Extra Extinguisher
In A Financial Fire, Big Banks Will Have An Extra Extinguisher
The Federal Reserve is proposing rules that would force banks to add another layer of protection in case of a financial crisis. It wants to be sure taxpayers don't get stuck bailing out banks again.
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The Federal Reserve is proposing rules that would force banks to add another layer of protection in case of a financial crisis. It wants to be sure taxpayers don't get stuck bailing out banks again.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Obamacare Deploys New Apps, Allies To Persuade The Uninsured
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 since dropped their health coverage, calling it "unaffordable."
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Open enrollment for Obamacare opens Sunday. Millions of people still lack health insurance, including some who signed up last year but since dropped their health coverage, calling it "unaffordable."
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Valeant Says It Will Cut Ties To Specialty Pharmacy Amid Fraud Allegations
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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : As An Investor, Tennessee Maintains Support For Volkswagen
As An Investor, Tennessee Maintains Support For Volkswagen
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.
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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.
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Thursday, October 29, 2015
Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Pennsylvania Schools Short On Funds As Budget Stalemate Continues
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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?
Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?
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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?
Cleanup In Aisle 5: Impromptu Art Or Just A Big Mess?
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.
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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.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : RushCard Sets Aside Millions To Compensate Customers Affected By Technical Problems
RushCard Sets Aside Millions To Compensate Customers Affected By Technical Problems
The pre-paid debit card company, co-founded by hip hop mogul Russell Simmons, will compensate any customers who suffered a "financial setback" due to a technical problem earlier this month.
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The pre-paid debit card company, co-founded by hip hop mogul Russell Simmons, will compensate any customers who suffered a "financial setback" due to a technical problem earlier this month.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : FACT CHECK: Simpler Isn't Always Better When It Comes To Taxes
FACT CHECK: Simpler Isn't Always Better When It Comes To Taxes
Republican presidential candidates pushed for what they see as a "simpler" tax code with flat taxes and fewer pages, but experts say there are big drawbacks to some of these plans.
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Republican presidential candidates pushed for what they see as a "simpler" tax code with flat taxes and fewer pages, but experts say there are big drawbacks to some of these plans.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Nightmare Of Grocery Shopping In Venezuela
The Nightmare Of Grocery Shopping In Venezuela
Venezuela's economic model has imploded. With food production, import and distribution now controlled by the government, shelves are bare. A day's hunt for groceries in Caracas can prove futile.
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Venezuela's economic model has imploded. With food production, import and distribution now controlled by the government, shelves are bare. A day's hunt for groceries in Caracas can prove futile.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Bad Review Of Unopened French Restaurant Costs Reviewer
Bad Review Of Unopened French Restaurant Costs Reviewer
A bad restaurant write-up couldn't have been real as the restaurant had yet to open, a French court ruled.
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A bad restaurant write-up couldn't have been real as the restaurant had yet to open, a French court ruled.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : If A New Cancer Drug's Hailed As A Breakthrough, Odds Are It's Not
If A New Cancer Drug's Hailed As A Breakthrough, Odds Are It's Not
Untested cancer drugs are often hyped by journalists, doctors and biotech firms, a survey finds. Dressing up unproven medications with shiny words can inspire false optimism among patients.
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Untested cancer drugs are often hyped by journalists, doctors and biotech firms, a survey finds. Dressing up unproven medications with shiny words can inspire false optimism among patients.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : U.S. Economy Slowed Considerably In 3rd Quarter
U.S. Economy Slowed Considerably In 3rd Quarter
Growth came in at a 1.5 percent annual rate, a sharp slowdown from the 3.9 percent gain in the previous quarter. Companies cut back on the amount of goods on shelves, but consumers continued to spend.
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Growth came in at a 1.5 percent annual rate, a sharp slowdown from the 3.9 percent gain in the previous quarter. Companies cut back on the amount of goods on shelves, but consumers continued to spend.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : NPR Acknowledges Plagiarism In 10 Music Stories
NPR Acknowledges Plagiarism In 10 Music Stories
Stories that appeared on NPR's music website were found to include portions of others' work, according to a joint statement by NPR and member station WQXR, where the stories' writer was based.
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Stories that appeared on NPR's music website were found to include portions of others' work, according to a joint statement by NPR and member station WQXR, where the stories' writer was based.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : 5 Headlines: Media Consensus Is That CNBC Was GOP Debate's 'Biggest Loser'
5 Headlines: Media Consensus Is That CNBC Was GOP Debate's 'Biggest Loser'
On multiple occasions during the third GOP debate, the moderators were booed. Sen. Ted Cruz even used one of his questions to rail against CNBC and the mainstream media.
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On multiple occasions during the third GOP debate, the moderators were booed. Sen. Ted Cruz even used one of his questions to rail against CNBC and the mainstream media.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Export-Import Bank Debate: 'Retreat From Sanity' Or End of Corporate Welfare?
Export-Import Bank Debate: 'Retreat From Sanity' Or End of Corporate Welfare?
Many business leaders say U.S. exporters already are hurting because they lack financing from the Export-Import Bank. Congress is working on legislation to renew the bank charter that expired June 30.
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Many business leaders say U.S. exporters already are hurting because they lack financing from the Export-Import Bank. Congress is working on legislation to renew the bank charter that expired June 30.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Shell Reports $7.4 Billion Loss, Blaming Low Oil And Gas Prices
Shell Reports $7.4 Billion Loss, Blaming Low Oil And Gas Prices
In addition to lower oil prices, Royal Dutch Shell says it incurred billions in costs when it shut down large-scale projects in Alaska and Canada.
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In addition to lower oil prices, Royal Dutch Shell says it incurred billions in costs when it shut down large-scale projects in Alaska and Canada.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Yes, You Can Put A Price On A T-Rex
Yes, You Can Put A Price On A T-Rex
There's always been a fringe market for dinosaur bones among paleontologists and collectors. Now suddenly that market is booming.
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There's always been a fringe market for dinosaur bones among paleontologists and collectors. Now suddenly that market is booming.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Uber Surge Price? Research Says Walk A Few Blocks, Wait A Few Minutes
Uber Surge Price? Research Says Walk A Few Blocks, Wait A Few Minutes
Northeastern University researchers wanted to figure out how Uber comes up with surge prices by studying Manhattan and San Francisco. They say the surges work, but maybe not the way they are intended.
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Northeastern University researchers wanted to figure out how Uber comes up with surge prices by studying Manhattan and San Francisco. They say the surges work, but maybe not the way they are intended.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Episode 518: Your Organs, Please
Episode 518: Your Organs, Please
How do you get someone to sign up as an organ donor? Today on the show: The story of one woman who found a way by partnering with one of the more hated American institutions.
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How do you get someone to sign up as an organ donor? Today on the show: The story of one woman who found a way by partnering with one of the more hated American institutions.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trans-Pacific Partnership Provision On Trade Disputes Draws Criticism
Trans-Pacific Partnership Provision On Trade Disputes Draws Criticism
The Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement the Obama administration is trying to sell to Congress includes a seemingly obscure and controversial provision. It's called the Investor-State Dispute Settlement, or ISDS among wonks. NPR explains why that provision is drawing criticism.
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The Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement the Obama administration is trying to sell to Congress includes a seemingly obscure and controversial provision. It's called the Investor-State Dispute Settlement, or ISDS among wonks. NPR explains why that provision is drawing criticism.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Is A Walgreens-Rite Aid Merger Good Medicine For Consumers?
Is A Walgreens-Rite Aid Merger Good Medicine For Consumers?
The deal would unite two of the three largest drugstore chains in the U.S., creating a single company with nearly 13,000 retail outlets. but it will face intense antitrust scrutiny.
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The deal would unite two of the three largest drugstore chains in the U.S., creating a single company with nearly 13,000 retail outlets. but it will face intense antitrust scrutiny.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fed Leaves Record-Low Interest Rates Unchanged
Fed Leaves Record-Low Interest Rates Unchanged
The Federal Reserve again decided against raising interest rates from their current level near zero, citing concerns about inflation and job growth.
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The Federal Reserve again decided against raising interest rates from their current level near zero, citing concerns about inflation and job growth.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Do I Need More Snow Shovels? IBM, The Weather Company Aim To Help Businesses Decide
Do I Need More Snow Shovels? IBM, The Weather Company Aim To Help Businesses Decide
IBM is buying The Weather Company's digital assets, including Weather.com and Weather Underground. The deal is a bet on big data and cloud computing in forecasting and analyzing weather.
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IBM is buying The Weather Company's digital assets, including Weather.com and Weather Underground. The deal is a bet on big data and cloud computing in forecasting and analyzing weather.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : That Salmon On The Menu Might Be Fraudulent — Especially In Winter
That Salmon On The Menu Might Be Fraudulent — Especially In Winter
Diners were likely to get duped 67 percent of the time when ordering salmon in restaurants out of season, a survey says. Much of the deception involved farmed salmon passed off as more expensive wild.
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Diners were likely to get duped 67 percent of the time when ordering salmon in restaurants out of season, a survey says. Much of the deception involved farmed salmon passed off as more expensive wild.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : VW Reports First Quarterly Loss In This Century, At $1.8 Billion
VW Reports First Quarterly Loss In This Century, At $1.8 Billion
That $1.8 billion figure represents the after-taxes loss claimed by Volkswagen in its new quarterly statement. The carmaker's loss before taxes was far higher, at $3.8 billion.
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That $1.8 billion figure represents the after-taxes loss claimed by Volkswagen in its new quarterly statement. The carmaker's loss before taxes was far higher, at $3.8 billion.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Walgreens To Buy Drugstore Competitor Rite Aid for $9.4 Billion
Walgreens To Buy Drugstore Competitor Rite Aid for $9.4 Billion
The move would create an 18,000 drug store chain, and is subject to approval by federal regulators.
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The move would create an 18,000 drug store chain, and is subject to approval by federal regulators.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : In 'Soda Politics,' Big Soda At Crossroads Of Profit And Public Health
In 'Soda Politics,' Big Soda At Crossroads Of Profit And Public Health
Marion Nestle's new book is Soda Politics: Taking On Big Soda (And Winning.) It reveals the industry's political and marketing tactics for protecting sales and strategies for advocates to fight them.
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Marion Nestle's new book is Soda Politics: Taking On Big Soda (And Winning.) It reveals the industry's political and marketing tactics for protecting sales and strategies for advocates to fight them.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Senate Approves Cybersecurity Bill: What You Need To Know
Senate Approves Cybersecurity Bill: What You Need To Know
The Senate approved a measure that's meant to stop hackers, but opponents cite privacy concerns. The bill would create a pipeline for firms to share information on attacks with the government.
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The Senate approved a measure that's meant to stop hackers, but opponents cite privacy concerns. The bill would create a pipeline for firms to share information on attacks with the government.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What's In The Budget Deal: More Spending, Some Savings, A Few Gimmicks
What's In The Budget Deal: More Spending, Some Savings, A Few Gimmicks
The budget deal might be a political win, but is it good policy? Check out what's in it.
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The budget deal might be a political win, but is it good policy? Check out what's in it.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : First Mention: The Impact Of CDs On The Music Industry
First Mention: The Impact Of CDs On The Music Industry
We found what seems to be NPR's first reference to the CD in a story by Ira Flatow from March 18, 1983 entitled, "Digital Compact Audio Disc System."
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We found what seems to be NPR's first reference to the CD in a story by Ira Flatow from March 18, 1983 entitled, "Digital Compact Audio Disc System."
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Chipotle vs. McDonald's: The Rise Of Fast Casual Food In 'The New Yorker'
Chipotle vs. McDonald's: The Rise Of Fast Casual Food In 'The New Yorker'
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to New Yorker writer Michael Specter about his article, "Freedom from Fries," on the rise of fast casual food and the impact on the fast food industry.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to New Yorker writer Michael Specter about his article, "Freedom from Fries," on the rise of fast casual food and the impact on the fast food industry.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Soon It'll Be OK To Tinker With Your Car's Software After All
Soon It'll Be OK To Tinker With Your Car's Software After All
Security researchers and owners will be able to dig into the software built into cars and farming equipment under new exemptions from the Librarian of Congress, who oversees a copyright law provision.
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Security researchers and owners will be able to dig into the software built into cars and farming equipment under new exemptions from the Librarian of Congress, who oversees a copyright law provision.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Poll: Most Americans Support FDA Regulation Of E-Cigarettes
Poll: Most Americans Support FDA Regulation Of E-Cigarettes
An NPR poll found that a majority of people favor regulation of e-cigarette. Support rose with education. Nearly two-thirds of people with college or graduate degrees supported regulation.
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An NPR poll found that a majority of people favor regulation of e-cigarette. Support rose with education. Nearly two-thirds of people with college or graduate degrees supported regulation.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : As Fed Officials Meet, A Rate Hike Suddenly Seems Less Likely
As Fed Officials Meet, A Rate Hike Suddenly Seems Less Likely
With the U.S. economy showing signs of slowing, Federal Reserve policy-makers are divided over how to respond.
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With the U.S. economy showing signs of slowing, Federal Reserve policy-makers are divided over how to respond.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Exchange Plans May Have Higher Costs, No Out-Of-Network Coverage
Exchange Plans May Have Higher Costs, No Out-Of-Network Coverage
Enrollment for HealthCare.gov plans for 2016 begins Sunday. Insurance shoppers should check their projected health costs and each plan's network of doctors and hospitals before choosing coverage.
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Enrollment for HealthCare.gov plans for 2016 begins Sunday. Insurance shoppers should check their projected health costs and each plan's network of doctors and hospitals before choosing coverage.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Meat Industry Responds To WHO Cancer Report
Meat Industry Responds To WHO Cancer Report
The World Health Organization report said processed meats pose a health hazard because they increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
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The World Health Organization report said processed meats pose a health hazard because they increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Got Corn? Ethanol Is No Longer King In Iowa Among Candidates
Got Corn? Ethanol Is No Longer King In Iowa Among Candidates
Candidates' waning interest in the corn fuel shows that Iowa's role in shaping policy debates may be declining.
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Candidates' waning interest in the corn fuel shows that Iowa's role in shaping policy debates may be declining.
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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : San Francisco's Last Gun Shop Calls It Quits
San Francisco's Last Gun Shop Calls It Quits
High Bridge Arms is shutting down at the end of the month. Gun enthusiasts say proposed city firearms regulations are forcing the store to close, but advocates of the new measures say that's not true.
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High Bridge Arms is shutting down at the end of the month. Gun enthusiasts say proposed city firearms regulations are forcing the store to close, but advocates of the new measures say that's not true.
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Monday, October 26, 2015
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