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How Long Will Fed Chief Bernanke Lead Federal Reserve?
Ben Bernanke has been Federal Reserve chairman for some of the most tumultuous years in the Fed's 100-year history. His second, four-year term expires in January. Steve Inskeep talks to David Wessel of The Wall Street Journal about who might succeed Bernanke, and what challenges the new Fed chief might face.
IRS Controversy Revives Questions About Tax-Exempt Issues
President Obama says it's outrageous that the Internal Revenue Service apparently targeted conservative groups for additional scrutiny. Some say there has not been enough scrutiny of groups across the political spectrum that are tax exempt — yet which also advocate political causes.
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France Proposes Technology Tax To Pay For Culture Content
The French government is weighing a proposal to tax Google, Apple and possibly other large technology firms to raise revenue for the arts and cultural programs. The government contends the new tax would be similar to taxes already imposed on TV users, broadcasters and Internet providers.
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What To Do With Online Legacies Prompt Legal Challenges
When we die, we leave the people who knew us with memories. But what about everything we leave online? We leave that in the hands, not of our families, but of big corporations such as Google and Facebook. Reporter Stan Alcorn has more on the growing legal challenges involving digital legacies.
In Response To Tragedy, Bangladesh May Alter Labor Laws
David Greene talks to Bloomberg reporter Mehul Srivastava who has been covering the Dhaka factory building collapse, about recent labor improvement agreements that retailers and the government in Bangladesh have signed.
Lawmakers Call For Hearings On IRS Scandal
News that the IRS had singled out Tea Party groups for questioning when determining their status as social welfare groups has ignited a political firestorm.
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Plans Proceed For Another International Meeting On Syria
British Prime Minister David Cameron met with President Obama at the White House on Monday with Syria high on their agenda. Cameron came to Washington after talks in Russia with President Vladimir Putin that he described as "extremely positive and good."
How Long Will Fed Chief Lead Federal Reserve?
Steve Inskeep talks to David Wessel of "The Wall Street Journal" about who might succeed Ben Bernanke as chairman of the Federal Reserve, and what challenges the new Fed Chief will face. Bernanke has been Federal Reserve chairman for some of the most tumultuous years in the Fed's 100-year history. His second, four-year term expires in January.
IRS Controversy Revives Questions About Tax-Exempt Issues
President Obama says it's outrageous that the Internal Revenue Service apparently targeted conservative groups for additional scrutiny. Some say there has not been enough scrutiny of groups across the political spectrum that are tax exempt yet which also advocate political causes. NPR's Brian Naylor looks at the regulations governing non-profits and political organizations.
France Proposes Technology Tax To Pay For Culture Content
The French Government is weighing a proposal to tax Google, Apple and possibly other large technology firms to raise revenue for the arts and cultural programs. The tax could well exacerbate friction between technology multinationals and the French Government, but the government contends that the new tax would be similar to taxes already imposed on TV users, broadcasters and Internet providers.
In Somalia, Surviving A Kidnapping Against 'Impossible Odds'
In October 2011, Jessica Buchanan, an aid worker in Somalia, was kidnapped by land pirates. For 93 days she fought off despair while her husband, Erik Landemalm, wondered if he'd ever see her again. In a two-part interview, Buchanan and Landemalm recall Buchanan's capture and dramatic rescue.
Michigan Apple Orchards Blossom After A Devastating Year
The apple trees are heading for full blossom in Michigan, after a disastrous 2012 crop, when only 15 percent of the apples survived. But this year's harvest is expected to set records, as growers say they've had a chance to update equipment and the trees have stored up extra energy.
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Cameron: We Have To 'Step Up Our Help' To Syrian Opposition
British Prime Minister David Cameron meets at the White House with President Obama on Monday. Steve Inskeep talks to Cameron about the options for dealing with the Syrian conflict.
4-Year-Old Boy Chosen As Mayor Of Dorset, Minn.
He won his seat by having his name picked out of a hat — an annual tradition for the small town of 22. Mayor Tufts is celebrated in town as a singer, dancer, and fisherman.
Well, That's One Way To Stop Smoking
Etta May Lopez wanted to stop smoking. She decided she needed to go someplace where she could not buy cigarettes. After slapping a Sacramento sheriff's deputy, she now has 63 days to stop smoking.
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Why You Should Give A $*%! About Words That Offend
Curse words change over time — back in the ninth century you could say the "s" word and no one would be offended. But we always need a set of words that are off-limits, and in her new book, author Melissa Mohr explains how the words that shock us reveal a lot about society's values.
Covering Pop Hits On YouTube Is Starting To Pay
Now that YouTube runs advertising on videos of cover songs, musicians like Tyler Ward are working with agencies to negotiate higher shares of that revenue.
Nawaz Sharif Expected To Win Pakistan's Elections
In Pakistan, two-time Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is quickly moving to form a central government for a third time in this volatile country. Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League has amassed a commanding lead in unofficial returns from Saturday's election.
