Sep 18th, 2008 · The magazine's list of the 400 richest people in the country shows their earnings stagnated. While that may not sound worrisome, Forbes editor Matt Miller says it is not good news. When those on the list get richer, Miller says it generally means more capitalism and that leads to more money for everybody.
Sep 15th, 2008 · Jaymay has been called a folk artist and she cites Bob Dylan among her influences. But her music is richer and more unpredictable than traditional folk singers. Jaymay's debut album, Autumn Fallin', is a collection of charmingly heartbroken songs that mix bluesy-folk and pop. She's got a soulful voice that compliments heartfelt lyrics with a complex and layered mix of instrumentation.
Aug 21st, 2008 · Mates of State's music has only gotten richer and more rewarding since its members started a family: Their superb new album, Re-Arrange Us, finds it celebrating the tricky balancing act of marriage, parenthood and rock 'n' roll in a way that's undeniably uplifting and cheerful. Hear songs from that album in a session with World Cafe host David Dye.
May 29th, 2008 · A farming experiment at the University of California, Davis, has found that organically grown tomatoes are richer in certain antioxidants than conventionally grown tomatoes. One researcher is on a quest to figure out why.
May 2nd, 2008 · Researchers report that growing cherry tomatoes in diluted seawater can make them tastier and richer in antioxidants. The findings could encourage the use of slightly brackish water in tomato agriculture, extending precious supplies of fresh water.
Apr 15th, 2008 · A key factor in soaring food prices is growing demand. This isn't just a case of increasing populations throughout the world it's also a case of people in big developing countries, like China, becoming richer and being able to afford more food, including meats. Raising livestock requires more grain. In our second part of a series on rising global prices for food, NPR's Anthony Kuhn in Beijing takes a look at the impact on China's food producers and consumers.
Jan 3rd, 2008 · Investigative reporter David Cay Johnston explores in his new book how in recent years, government subsidies and new regulations have quietly funneled money from the poor and the middle class to the rich and politically connected.
Mar 11th, 2007 · The Catholic diocese of San Bernardino county in Southern California is watching with concern as bankruptcy proceedings are under way for the much larger and richer San Diego Catholic Diocese. From member station KPCC, Steven Cuevas reports.