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Legos and other interlocking toys are only one kind of blocks that remain po...
From Classic Toys To New Twists, Kids Go Back To Blocks
NPR's Neda Ulaby investigates a trend in toys that sounds awfully familiar: Manufacturers are finding new ways to get kids interested in playing with blocks, both real and virtual.
Anna holds the flag that was draped over Nick's coffin at his memorial servi...
After A Marine's Suicide, A Family Recalls Missed Red Flags
When Nicholas Rodriguez returned from Afghanistan in 2010, his mother and stepfather had never heard of post-traumatic stress disorder. It was only after Nick killed himself that they learned the warning signs and realized he needed help dealing with his combat experience.
Oldenburg's fascination with simple, everyday objects often led him to food ...
The Art Of Life: Claes Oldenburg At MOMA
Claes Oldenburg is one of the best-known American pop artists. Critic Lloyd Schwartz found himself not alone in enjoying the current Oldenburg exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art, which continues through Aug. 5.
The Penultimate Edition Of The Political Junkie
Ken Rudin recaps the week in politics. Boston Globe political reporter Jim O'Sullivan previews the special election between Mass. Senate candidates Edward Markey and Gabriel Gomez on June 25. NPR senior Washington editor Ron Elving looks to the future of Congress.
Ranking Indicates Digital Customers Are Unsatisfied
The companies that dominate America's access to TV and the Internet are not making their customers very happy. The American Customer Satisfaction Index examines attitudes toward more than 40 industries. And in that index, cable TV and Internet service providers rank dead last.
Chrsyler Makes A U-Turn On Its Recall Position
The Detroit automaker is now recalling more than 1.5 million Jeeps after earlier refusing to carry out the move. Chrysler initially denied any problem existed.