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New Orleans Resident Relives Super Bowl Win
Published February 9, 2010, 2:01 pm, NPR
For longtime residents of New Orleans, the Saints' Super Bowl triumph marks a break of sorts from the tragedy brought about by Hurricane Katrina. Longtime resident Sharon White says that after the game she went to Bourbon Street. "It was just one love," she says. "Everybody was just hugging and kissing and high-fiving."
First Lady Takes Aim At Childhood Obesity
Published February 9, 2010, 1:53 pm, NPR
First lady Michelle Obama launched Tuesday a nationwide campaign to fight childhood obesity, calling for more exercise for kids and healthier food in schools. She was joined by members of the president's Cabinet, as well as media, sports, entertainment and business leaders.
Doctor On Childhood Obesity
Published February 9, 2010, 1:53 pm, NPR
First lady Michelle Obama launched Tuesday a nationwide campaign to fight childhood obesity. Dr. Gail Nunlee-Bland, a pediatric endocrinologist and director of the Diabetes Center at Howard University Hospital, discusses the childhood obesity epidemic and her experience seeing and treating overweight patients.
Obama Urges Bipartisan Work On Jobs Bill
Published February 9, 2010, 1:52 pm, NPR
President Obama said Tuesday Democrats and Republicans should be able to come together and pass a jobs bill. The comments came at a meeting with congressional leaders from both parties.
Best reader photos: Let sleeping dogs lie, lightning struck, bad night to be a rat, more
Published February 9, 2010, 1:49 pm, Berkeley Voice - Albany Journal
With so many wonderful reader photos, we showcase some of the best. Upload your favorite photos at ContraCostaTimes.com Please keep your comments respectful of others by avoiding name-calling and other inappropriate remarks.
Toyota Recalls Prius Over Brake Problems
Published February 9, 2010, 1:44 pm, NPR
Automaker Toyota says it's recalling about 437,000 Priuses and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems. Toyota has now recalled more than 8.5 million cars worldwide because of various manufacturing defects.
What Went Wrong With Prius Braking System?
Published February 9, 2010, 1:43 pm, NPR
Automaker Toyota announced Tuesday that it's recalling about 437,000 Priuses and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems. David Champion, senior director of automotive testing for Consumer Reports , discusses how the braking system for the Prius works.
A Toyota Prius owner waits for the recall
Published February 9, 2010, 1:39 pm, CNET
Last summer, CNET's Martin LaMonica was trying to see if his new Prius could hit the magic 50 MPG mark. Now he's wondering when his spiffy hybrid will get a fix for faulty brakes.
Study Examines Brain's Risk Center
Published February 9, 2010, 1:36 pm, NPR
Scientists have shown that our aversion to losing money is all in our heads — specifically a part of the brain called the amygdala. A study of two people with damage to the amygdala, but no other part of the brain, found they had no problem taking risky bets that most people would avoid.
Victor Williams: Recess Appointments: Obama Prepares to Implement "Yes We Can!"
Published February 9, 2010, 1:01 pm, The Huffington Post
President Obama can and should fill federal vacancies with the stroke of his pen. In this time of crisis, history may judge harshly if he fails to do so.
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