Doctor Behind 'Concussion' Wanted To 'Enhance The Lives' Of Football Players
Dr. Bennet Omalu's discovery of a new degenerative brain disease among football players inspired a movie-and the wrath of the NFL.
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As Justice Department Opens Investigation, New Police Shootings In Chicago
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with WBEZ reporter Linda Lutton to give us the latest on the Chicago police shootings.
Brick-And-Mortar Stores Go Further To Get You In The Door
While online shopping grows, traditional retailers are amping up their in-store experiences to draw in customers. But online stores are realizing they have something to gain from physical stores too.
Arguably, These Are The 5 Business Stories That Shaped 2015
Compared with the Great Recession years, 2015 was a fairly tame time. Still, at least five stories had major impacts. They involved everything from crashing oil prices to merging beer companies.
Michael Phelps To Coach At Arizona State University
The swimmer — who holds 18 Olympic gold medals — intends to join ASU's coaching staff after next summer's Rio Olympics.
Tornadoes Touch Down Near Dallas, Killing Multiple People
At least ten people were killed and thousands of people were left without power after severe weather passed through the Dallas area on Saturday night.
With Asylum Out Of Reach, Some Minors Seek Out Special Visas
Undocumented minors who don't qualify as refugees have other chances to legalize their status — including a visa just for them. Henry Gomez, who fled danger in El Salvador, is applying for one now.
Ramifications For Major Players In FIFA Corruption Scandal
Eight-year suspensions were given last week for FIFA's top bosses, Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini. Carrie Kahn talks with author David Henry Sterry about the latest on FIFA's scandal plagued year.
U.S. Businesses Look To Cuba, But See Limited Opportunities So Far
Restrictions may be falling away, but there are no signs yet that commerce between the countries is about to take off. U.S. agriculture sales to Cuba are actually down, while American tourism is up.
Reflecting On A Year Of Europe's Migrant Crisis
In 2015, a huge wave of humanity fled war, persecution and hunger - and headed for Europe. Reporter Joanna Kakissis talks with host Carrie Kahn about the greatest migration the continent has seen since World War II.