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PODCAST: Downdraft tower, ‘Today’ show power

Turmoil at 'Today' show could spell big trouble for NBC. America's tallest structure could generate clean energy.

The turmoil surrounding NBC’s Today show has been getting a lot of attention in recent weeks. The show has ceded its long-held number one position in the ratings to Good Morning America amid a high profile, unsuccessful tryout of Ann Curry as co-host. It may seem trivial, but it’s a big deal to the TV networks where morning shows are big business.

A Maryland energy company wants to build the world’s third-tallest structure to generate downdraft power in the Arizona desert.

The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to propose a new rule today that will require refiners to cut the amount of sulfur in gasoline by two thirds.

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