Sep 5th, 2008 · One of the biggest, fastest and warmest fish in the sea is also one of the most sought after, and one of the most threatened. Can bluefin tuna stocks around the world be saved? Experts explain the history of the tuna, and discuss tracking methods that might help preserve the fish.
May 12th, 2008 · Already one of the poorest countries by many measures, Yemen — a nation of roughly 22 million people — has been struck by severe droughts and depleted water supplies in recent years. Some Yemenis are calling the situation a potential time bomb.
Aug 11th, 2007 · The enormous Ogallala Aquifer was a source of hope for Great Plains farmers who survived the Dust Bowl. But widespread use of the underground aquifer for irrigation is depleting the water supply, leaving farmers with yearly decisions about how to use the water and how to conserve it for future generations.
Mar 14th, 2006 · American journalism faces a major change in its landscape as newspaper grapple with falling revenue from advertising and subscriptions. Online ads may eventually make up the difference, but it may not happen before newsrooms are depleted of full reporting staffs.
Dec 29th, 2005 · Farai Chideya talks with NPR's Talk of the Nation Science Friday host Ira Flatow on this year's most mysterious scientific phenomena -- from computer worms to honeybee depletion.
Nov 23rd, 2005 · National food banks are feeling pinched by both increasing demand and depleted donations in the wake of efforts to aid hurricane victims. Mike Pesca visits New York City's only food bank and the state's largest soup kitchen to see how hurricane relief is taxing their holiday offerings.
Oct 28th, 2005 · The American Red Cross has depleted its Disaster Relief Fund, forcing it to borrow $340 million to cover costs -- the first time in its 124-year history that the charity has sought a loan for disaster relief. It says it needs the money to cover costs from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Sep 22nd, 2005 · The Bush administration wants to change a rule that requires the rebuilding of depleted fish stocks within a decade. The 10-year rule helped curb an over-fishing crisis when it took effect in 1996. Supporters say the rule is out of date and ineffective; environmental groups strongly oppose the move.