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Internet Users Can Walk Pompeii's Streets

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was buried in a storm of ash from Mount Vesuvius. Italian officials have allowed it to be photographed for Google Street View. The application allows Internet users to view panoramic street-level pictures of more than 100 world cities.

Groom Interrupts Wedding To Tweet

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
A recent wedding in Maryland was proceeding in the traditional way until it was time to kiss the bride. Then groom reached into his pocket for his cell phone to update both his Twitter and Facebook accounts announcing his marriage. Tweeting completed, the minister concluded: It's now official on Facebook. It's official in my book. You may kiss your bride.

Unemployment Data Boosts Recovery Hopes

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
The unemployment rate fell to 10 percent in November as employers cut the smallest number of jobs since the recession began. The Labor Department says the economy shed 11,000 jobs last month, an improvement from October's revised total of 111,000.

When Music Makes The Movie

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
When you hear the perfect song play at the perfect moment during Mad Men, Twilight or Grey's Anatomy, you probably have Alexandra Patsavas to thank. As a Hollywood music supervisor, she works to find the right musical point of view for films and TV shows. Patsavas talks to Steve Inskeep about some of her favorite movies to watch at home.

Senators Take Swipes At Bernanke's Record

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
On Capitol Hill Thursday, senators questioned Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke at his confirmation hearing. President Obama has nominated Bernanke for a second term. The hearing was heated, humorous and at times dull. But the underlying pretense was who can we blame for the financial crisis?

Lending Likely To Cool After Dubai Debt Woes

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Dubai roiled credit markets when it announced that the government has no responsibility for the $26 billion debt of the quasi-governmental holding company Dubai World. That statement shattered the assumptions of many creditors and may redefine the nature of lending in the Middle East.

Italian Jury Deliberates American Student's Fate

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
In Italy, jury deliberations began Friday in the trial of an American student accused of murdering her British roommate. Amanda Knox spoke in the courtroom Thursday, thanking her friends and family. She has been in jail for two years. A verdict is expected late Friday or early Saturday.

An In-Law's Tough Love Gives Way To True Friendship

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Lucille Mascarenas moved from the city to her husband's farm in New Mexico when she got married. It was 1966, and she knew nothing about farming or cooking. She tells her son how she learned from her husband's stern grandmother and along the way became her friend.

Unemployment Falls To 10 Percent In November

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
The Labor Department says unemployment fell to 10 percent in November as employers cut the smallest number of jobs since the recession began. The figures show the economy lost 11,000 jobs last month which is an improvement over what economists had been expecting.

Jawad: 18 Months Enough Time To Train Forces

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Afghanistan's ambassador to the U.S. Said Jawad says his country's security forces will be ready when American troops start withdrawing. President Obama says U.S. troops could begin leaving Afghanistan in 18 months. Jawad also tells Renee Montagne that his government is serious about rooting out corruption.

NATO Contributing More Troops To Afghan Mission

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Just days after President Obama announced plans to send 30,000 more U.S. troops to Afghanistan, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was at NATO headquarters in Brussels asking allies to contribute more soldiers. NATO's top official said Friday that at least 25 countries will send additional forces to Afghanistan next year. Clinton tells Michele Kelemen that the number of troops being committed is heartening.

Porsche Says Purists Will Love New Boxter

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Porsche showed off what its new Boxter does not have. There is no air conditioning, no radio, no cupholders and no interior door handles. The company calls it a Porsche for purists. It's for those who prefer the sound of an engine over a stereo. The new Boxster Spyder starts around $61,000.

You Can't Put A Bow On An E-Book

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Bookstore owners are hoping the 2009 holiday season will be a little merrier and brighter than it was in 2008. So far, so good booksellers say highly hyped books from big name authors are bringing more customers into stores. But online purchasing and e-books are still stealing away many potential customers.

Wal-Mart Hopes To Score With Soccer Merchandise

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Wal-Mart and World Cup Soccer are teaming up. The world's No. 1 retailer, plans to sell official World Cup soccer gear.

Government To Release New Jobless Numbers

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
The government's monthly jobs report is out Friday morning and economists have been working their calculators. More than 80 surveyed by Bloomberg News expect it to show that 125,000 jobs were lost in November. That number would be much smaller than the hemorrhaging of jobs that took place at the height of the recession.

'Up In The Air': Life, No Strings Attached

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Juno director Jason Reitman's latest film stars George Clooney as Ryan Bingham, a corporate hit man who flies around the country firing people. A professional drifter, Ryan avoids all attachments, but when two women enter his life and challenge his philosophy, the question becomes whether Ryan's detachment is preventing him from truly living.

States Try To Override Federal Health Care Mandate

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
As the health care debate continues in Washington, some states are taking steps to limit or block changes. In Arizona, voters are being asked to ratify a legislative move that gives residents the right to opt-out of any health-care system.

Sorting Fact From Fiction In Health Care Debate

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Some egregious claims are being made by each side in the Senate debate over health care. Morning Edition launches a new series called Is That So? a look at the health care debate going on in the Senate.

The Estate Tax Explained: Who It Hits And Doesn't

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
If you listen to Congress, you might think most people owe a lot of taxes when they die. Republicans like to call the inheritance tax the death tax, while Democrats say it hits only the very rich. But, as is often the case, the truth is more complicated.

Time Again To Debate College Football Playoff System

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
It's a big weekend in college football, with the two top-ranked teams facing off against each other for a spot in the national title game. There are no playoffs in college football. Every year when it's time for the bowl games, the debate resumes over whether the Bowl Championship Series should be changed.

Undefeated Horned Frogs Leap To Title Contention

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
The Horned Frogs of Texas Christian University went undefeated this year. They are ranked No. 4 in the country and field one of the best defenses in college football. But the team may not be getting the respect it deserves.

U.S. General Defends Pakistan's Anti-Insurgent Fight

Fri, Dec 4 Listen
Gen. David Petraeus, in charge of American troops throughout the Middle East and South Asia, says Pakistan is making strides to root out militants along the border with Afghanistan. He also tells NPR's Steve Inskeep that there needs to be understanding about the country's inaction toward some extremists.

Goodwill Donation Includes Marijuana

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
An antique jug donated to the Goodwill in Marietta, Ohio, contained more than $1,500 worth of marijuana. The donor who dropped off the jug did it anonymously. The pot was turned over to police, who say they would be happy if the owner came back to claim it.

Furry Photographer Gets Facebook Page

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
A photographer in Austria is making a name for herself with wildlife pictures. Nonja takes photos of life in a Vienna zoo, where she lives. Nonja is an orangutan, and earlier this week she got her own Facebook photo gallery. It already has more than 3,000 fans. Zoo officials say it's not artistic vision that drives Nonja's work her camera doubles as a raisin dispenser.

Season's Readings: Top Picks From Indie Booksellers

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Correspondent Susan Stamberg gathers recommendations for the season's best books from booksellers Rona Brinlee, Daniel Goldin and Lucia Silva. Their selections include comics about philosophy, novels about building families, and a box set that dives into the process of writing.

Saudis Flee Border Fighting With Yemen Rebels

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Saudi Arabia last month launched airstrikes against rebels in neighboring Yemen, who have been fighting against Yemen's central government. The Saudis say the rebels invaded Saudi soil. The rebels claim the Saudis attacked first. At the border between the two countries, there's a camp for Saudis who have been displaced by the fighting.

Comcast Announces NBC Universal Deal

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Comcast, the nation's largest cable provider, is buying a controlling stake in NBC Universal, which has broadcast and cable networks and a movie studio. The deal would make Comcast one of the nation's most powerful players in news and entertainment.

Will 'Transgressions' Hurt Tiger Woods' Brand?

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Golfer Tiger Woods acknowledged unspecified transgressions on his Web site Wednesday. In the statement, Woods wrote that he hasn't been true to his values and the behavior his family deserves. The comments came after an Us Weekly report about an alleged affair with a cocktail waitress.

Senate Panel To Question Fed Chief

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke is expected to win approval for a second term. David Wessel of The Wall Street Journal tells Renee Montagne that Bernanke is likely to get some tough questions from Senators about the financial crisis. Wessel is the author of the book In Fed We Trust: Ben Bernanke's War on the Great Panic.

Bernanke Seeks Second Term As Fed Chief

Thu, Dec 3 Listen
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will appear before the Senate Banking Committee Thursday. He is seeking confirmation for another four years as head of the nation's central bank. Bernanke may find himself under fire for decisions he made during the bank bailout from angry lawmakers who are looking to limit the Fed's powers.

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