07/06/07
Marketplace AM for July 6, 2007
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Nightclubs hear the sustainability music
Rockers around the world will go on stage tomorrow to raise awareness of global warming as part of Live Earth. But Rico Gagliano found some clubs in Rotterdam that are already putting the message in motion, from recycled everything to dance-generated power.
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Virginia is for slower drivers
A new law taking effect in Virginia this week raises speeding ticket fines as high as $3,500. It only applies to residents, so lead-footed passers-through can breathe easier, but the old fines are pretty high too. Jeremy Hobson has details.
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Next-gen aircraft? Holy batwings!
Researchers are turning to the flying mammals for inspiration, looking to create flexible wings that can allow planes to be more agile and fit into tight spots. Dan Grech reports on the challenge of re-engineering a bat wing.
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Cashing in on responsible trade
Just as business leaders from around the world gather at a UN-sponsored conference to push for greater corporate social responsibility, a new report has come out linking ethical business practices to higher profits. Sam Eaton has more.
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Al Jazeera for a fee
Qatar-based TV network Al Jazeera has had a difficult time getting U.S. cable companies to pick up its English-language version since it launched late last year. But it has found a healthy niche of paid subscribers online. Jeremy Hobson has more.
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Europe's fashionistas are changing
Trendsetters in Old Europe are spending more of their style dollars on MP3 players and cell phones and less on the clothes they wear, but clothing sales are up in the E.U.'s newest member states. Janet Babin reports.
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How to solve child malnutrition
There's no question that huge numbers of impoverished people around the world are in desperate need of aid. But the debate over how to help them rages on: Education or welfare? Jill Barshay reports.
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