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The future of BCS
Dec 2, 2005
What's the future of the BCS system for determining the national champion of college football? ESPN.com editor Michael Knisely reviews the possibilities with host Scott Jagow.
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How safe is nanotechnology?
Dec 2, 2005
A new Web site offers a clearinghouse of information for consumers concerned about the safety of nanotechnology. Janet Babin reports.
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'Nano-diet'
Dec 2, 2005
Researchers are developing a new obesity treatment that would use nano-particles to trick the body into eating less. Helen Palmer reports.
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The angels wanna wear my skate shoes
Dec 1, 2005
Skate shoes are hot with the kids, and the sporting goods market is happy to oblige. Business of sports commentator Diana Nyad is down wit it.
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Genetic test standards
Dec 1, 2005
Genetic policy watchdogs are calling on the government to set standards for the growing number of genetic tests offered to consumers. Helen Palmer has more.
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Fantasy sports
Dec 1, 2005
Fantasy sports leagues have taken off. Sports business consultant David Carter tells host Cheryl Glaser the phenomenon has both pros and cons for the major sports leagues.
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Walgreens' dilemma
Dec 1, 2005
The chain drug store has found itself in the middle of the culture war over abortion. Now what's it going to do? Ashley Milne-Tyte has more.
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Not a fun week at Merck
Nov 28, 2005
Merck's announced plan to cut 7000 jobs isn't a shock - their stock dropped big time after they withdrew Vioxx, and potentially huge legal damages are on the horizon. Helen Palmer has more from the Health Desk at WGBH.
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Not so boffo
Nov 28, 2005
Movie attendance is down from this time last year, so studios are counting more than ever on the holiday movie season. Harry Potter helped boost Thanksgiving weekend; Stu Levine of Daily Variety considers the rest of the year.
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Dance dance revolution, baby
Nov 28, 2005
Parents may worry kids hooked on video games may not be getting enough exercise. But a new generation of video "exergames" looks to change that. Helen Palmer reports.
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