Nov 17, 2015

Marketplace for Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Many Europeans want tighter restrictions on their borders, but that may stifle business; the declining rate of students graduating college within six years; and Hallmark's attempt to redefine their holiday marketing.

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Final Note

Politicians still use snail mail

by Kai Ryssdal

Nov 17, 2015

Three politicians have sent actual letters to NBC asking for air time.

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Inflation is tame — unless you're a renter

by Mitchell Hartman

Nov 17, 2015

Rents are up 3.7 percent nationwide, and by double digits in some urban markets.

Hallmark ads get edgier and more digital

by Mark Garrison

Nov 17, 2015

The maker of Keepsake ornaments is trying a new strategy to reach harried moms.

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College completion rates fall again

by Amy Scott

Nov 17, 2015

After college enrollment swelled during the recession, graduation rates dropped.

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Paris attacks renew scrutiny of Europe's open borders

by Kimberly Adams

Nov 17, 2015

Many are calling for an end to the free flow of people and goods in Europe.

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Data encryption under increased scrutiny after Paris attacks

by Kai Ryssdal and Molly Wood

Nov 17, 2015

Tech companies use encryption as a privacy measure, but so do terrorist groups

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Portland: Sneaker hub of the universe

by John Sepulvado

Nov 17, 2015

Portland has emerged as the sneaker mecca at the heart of a $20 billion industry.

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Many Europeans want tighter restrictions on their borders, but that may stifle business; the declining rate of students graduating college within six years; and Hallmark’s attempt to redefine their holiday marketing.