Aug 14th, 2008 · The program's director discusses his new obsession with Paper Planes, a song by musical group M.I.A. In a new series, Have You Heard About This?, director Rob Sachs explains how the song explores issues of immigration and gun violence, and how it is taking off with listeners this summer.
Dec 22nd, 2005 · Starting Thursday, certain items that used to be banned on airplanes -- including small tools and scissors -- will now be permitted on board. Renee Montagne talks to the director of the Transportation Security Administration, Kip Hawley.
Dec 2nd, 2005 · The Transportation Security Administration announces changes to the way airline passengers are searched, including more random searches. Also, it updates the list of prohibited items aboard planes, allowing more sharp objects, such as small scissors and screwdrivers. The changes are effective Dec. 22.
Nov 30th, 2005 · The Department of Homeland Security is expected to announce soon that airline passengers will once again be allowed to carry small, sharp objects onto planes -- including items such as screwdrivers and scissors, banned since the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
Nov 2nd, 2005 · Here's a chance to command your own air force: Albania is disposing of the old planes it obtained from the Soviet Union. As new Western helicopters arrive, the old planes can go to museums -- or the junkyard -- or maybe to you. A general says, "If anybody wants to buy them, they are welcome." Before buying, just consider one reason why the planes are being dumped: During their service, the run-down Albanian planes killed 35 Albanian pilots, but no enemies.
Oct 26th, 2005 · Miami International Airport reopened Tuesday, despite having sustained some damage from Hurricane Wilma. There were no in- or outbound flights, but the reopening offered hope of a return to normalcy for those who making a living at the airport.
Aug 6th, 2005 · Seven Russian sailors remain trapped in a mini-submarine below the Pacific Ocean. Planes carrying robotic undersea vehicles from the United States and Great Britain landed in Russia's Far East on Saturday to aid in the rescue.
Jul 30th, 2005 · As German planes bombared London during World War II, the British captial's subway system was a haven for people in need of shelter. Now it's a terrorist target. Blitz survivor Colin Perry, 83, tells Jacki Lyden about the Tube, then and now.