06/11/08
Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, June 11, 2008
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Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, June 11, 2008
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Tomatoes get OK in Florida, California
The FDA says tomatoes harvested after May 1 in California and Florida are safe to eat. But that doesn't mean you're going to see them stockpiled at your local grocer just yet. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports.
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For radio, talk of royalties is in the air
Congress is considering whether to impose musician royalties over what's played on FM radio. Jeremy Hobson looks into whether airplay still helps record sales and how Capitol Hill feels about the potential new business model.
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The price of summer fun is also rising
With money tight, a lot parents worry the cost of summer camp may be getting too high. Caitlan Carroll reports how some parents are cutting back on the summer fun and others will still go to any expense for their kids.
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Trump set on his course of action
Donald Trump is refuting Scottish claims that his proposed $2 billion golf course in Aberdeen would harm environmentally sensitive sand dunes. Stephen Beard reports it could also help support an economically depressed area.
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Congress explores green home loans
Congress is looking into making loans for green homes and energy-efficient remodeling projects more affordable. Sam Eaton reports energy efficient housing could offer a bright spot in a slumping market.
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More demand shaping global reality
Many people are looking for someone or something to blame for rising prices in food and fuel. Commentator Robert Reich says a rapidly growing middle class is demanding these things faster than they can be produced.
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SEC calls in ratings agencies
The SEC wants to know why ratings agencies Fitch, Moody's, Standard & Poors gave AAA ratings to mortgage bonds that turned out to be junk. Some blame increased competition for a loss of objectivity. Amy Scott reports.
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