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Miami hospitals seek ill, rich foreigners
Jul 30, 2009
As lawmakers try to figure out affordable health care, several Miami hospitals have found an alternative: They're launching a campaign to attract foreigners, at least the sick and wealthy ones. Dan Grech reports.
Immigration likely to follow economy
May 15, 2009
Stricter border enforcement and fewer jobs are tarnishing the allure of the U.S. for Latin American immigrants. Princeton sociology professor Douglas Massey talks with Steve Chiotakis about the possible consequences of this shift in the American economy.
Are inflation worries justified?
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Amy Scott
Jul 14, 2009
Recessions can often lead to a risk of deflation, when declining consumer demand forces prices down. But lately, analysts have been worrying about the opposite -- inflation. Even hyperinflation. Amy Scott reports.
Trade, investing top issues in Mexico
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Dan Grech
Apr 16, 2009
President Obama heads to Mexico on his way to the Summit of the Americas, where drug violence, trade and the devaluation of the peso are central concerns. Steve Chiotakis talks to Marketplace's Dan Grech.
FDA not improving to curb bad record
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Steve Henn
Apr 10, 2009
Food safety for produce like spinach, peanuts and pistachios is ensured by the Food and Drug Administration, which doesn't have a system in place for checking offshore foods. Steve Henn reports.
Comparisons to 1930s miss big picture
Apr 9, 2009
A new academic commentary out this week says most comparisons of the economy now to The Great Depression are flawed. Renita Jablonski talks to economics correspondent Chris Farrell about what would be a more accurate barometer.
How the economy is affecting the poor
Apr 22, 2009
The World Bank has cautioned the public to not forget about the poorest countries in this downturn. Kai Ryssdal speaks with World Bank President Robert Zoellick about how developing nations are being affected by the recession and what can be done.
FDA's overseas offices met with caution
Apr 27, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration opened field offices internationally after several scares over tainted drugs abroad. Critics say the increased scrutiny feels like a crackdown. Raymond Thibodeaux reports.
U.S.-Mexico relationship remains strong
Apr 16, 2009
Shannon O'Neil, a fellow for Latin American Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, talks to Kai Ryssdal about Mexico's economic stability and what it means for the United States.
HSBC cutting back on U.S. lending
Mar 2, 2009
European bank HSBC is cutting back on its consumer lending in the U.S. after reporting a large fall in profits due to U.S. subprime mortgages. More than 6,000 jobs could be lost in the move. Stephen Beard reports.
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