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Nike looks for a new pitch
Jun 9, 2006
The World Cup kicks off today in Germany. Adidas has traditionally dominated the soccer arena. But as Marketplace's Tess Vigeland reports, Nike is making a bigger push than ever to win over the sport's fans.
Unapproved drugs, by prescription
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Helen Palmer
Jun 9, 2006
Did you know that there are hundreds of unapproved prescription drugs on the market? Some pose a health threat. So now the Food and Drug Administration is cracking down. Helen Palmer reports.
The OH NO in online banking
Jun 9, 2006
For many Americans, online banking offers a free and easy way to balance their checkbooks. But beware of hidden traps. USA Today's Sandra Block checks off the list.
The IPO that went south
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Kai Ryssdal
Jun 9, 2006
Internet phone provider Vonage's initial public offering hasn't done so well. How bad is it? So bad that customers who bought the stock are suing. Kai speaks with James Granelli of the Los Angeles Times.
Educating Rico: The fine print
Jun 9, 2006
Associate Producer Rico Gagliano takes a harrowing journey into the heart of credit darkness. Learn the sneaky ways credit card companies try to squeeze more money out of you.
Navigating open enrollment
Jun 9, 2006
Start with a thick booklet from Human Resources. Add some confusing insurance-speak about health care. Toss in a deadline. Mix it all together and you've cooked up one of the sourest periods in the workplace: open enrollment. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports.
Space food
Jun 9, 2006
Rachel Louise Snyder reports on a very European initiative to spice up the taste of typically bland space food.
For public good, not for profit.
Hangover cure on the way
Jun 9, 2006
A French court has lifted the country's ban on a hangover cure said to work by quickly removing alcohol from the bloodstream. Now the makers of Security Feel Better are eager to step up sales. Stephen Beard reports.
Stock options investigation
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Bob Moon
Jun 9, 2006
Federal investigators are looking into the possibly fraudulent practice of back-dating corporate stock options. Bob Moon reports.
DeLay says goodbye
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Scott Tong
Jun 9, 2006
Former House Majority leader Tom DeLay leaves Congress today. He faces trial for money-laundering and he's tied to the Jack Abramoff lobbying scandal. Scott Tong takes a look at whether his legacy is likely to last.