Nov 25th, 2008 · The Dow Jones industrial average had its biggest two-day percentage gain since October 1987, nearly 12 percent. The index followed Friday's big rally with a surge of nearly 400 points on Monday. Still, the overall trend of the market is down. Some of that may be attributed to forced selling.
Sep 26th, 2008 · Chick Corea has been a major force in music for nearly 40 years. His inventive improvisations and musical ideas have made him one of the most important figures in modern jazz. On this 1987 program, recorded at Corea's Madhatter studio, Marian McPartland plays the Fender Rhodes and Corea plays his KX5 synthesizer in "Crystal Silence."
Sep 25th, 2008 · Making its fifth appearance on Mountain Stage is the New Orleans band The Subdudes, playing music from 2007's Street Symphony. Founded in 1987, the band draws from Louisiana's melting pot to create a rootsy, harmony-soaked sound.
Sep 18th, 2008 · A choir of Finnish men perform at Dupont Circle in Washington. They are known as Mieskuoro Huutajat (Shouting Men) and they shout beloved Finnish songs. The group dates back to 1987 and was formed by young men who "had nothing better to do."
Sep 5th, 2008 · In the 105 years since it was built, the Old Faithful Inn at Yellowstone National Park has undergone several restorations. A crucial project in 1987 included the installation of a system on the roof to soak the inn in case of fire. One year later, that system was put to the test.
Aug 15th, 2008 · Hancock is one of the most influential players and composers on the modern jazz scene. A true innovator and ardent explorer, Hancock continues to push boundaries and transcend musical genres. In a program from 1987, Hancock solos on his own tune, "Dolphin Dance," and then joins Marian McPartland for "That Old Black Magic."
Jul 19th, 2008 · This week, the Senate approved a $48 billion extension of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Included in the bill was a provision that would lift a ban, in place since 1987, on visas for people with HIV.
Jun 5th, 2008 · The Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers are getting ready for a legendary match-up Thursday night. The meeting echoes back to 1987, the year that the Lakers and Celtics last battled for the conference title at a time when the NBA finals still drew large television audiences.