Mark Memmott appears in the following:
'Car Talk' Guys Are Retiring, But Their Best Stuff Will Be Rebroadcast
Friday, June 08, 2012
Click and Clack — Tom and Ray Magliozzi — are stepping aside after 35 years. But their best stuff will still be on the air. NPR is keeping the show going. And the brothers will make occasional appearances on the air.
Drink Up! Idaho OKs 'Five Wives' Vodka
Thursday, June 07, 2012
Originally banned because its name and label might offend women and Mormons, the vodka can now be sold there. The state reversed course after a lawsuit was threatened.
Win For Wisconsin's Walker Seen As Blow For Democrats, Boost For The GOP
Wednesday, June 06, 2012
The morning-after analyses are focusing on the lift Republicans have gotten. But bear in mind that a lot can happen between now and November.
Disney To Put Limits On Food Ads In Bid To Nudge Kids To Eat Healthier
Tuesday, June 05, 2012
With an endorsement from first lady Michelle Obama for its effort, Walt Disney Co. said it is going to apply new standards to food ads aimed at children and their families during prog...
As Sandusky Trial Begins, A 'Two-Minute Guide' To The Case
Tuesday, June 05, 2012
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Sara Ganim, who broke the story that rocked Penn State, sums up the news so far. Sandusky has pleaded innocent to charges that he sexually abused young boys.
As Venus Transits The Face Of The Sun, Here's How To Safely Watch
Monday, June 04, 2012
Do not stare at the sun! That's the first "tip" from all the experts. Instead, make a trusty "pinhole camera" or get hold of some No. 14 welder's goggles.
'Lousy' News: Just 69,000 Jobs Added In May; Jobless Rate At 8.2 Percent
Friday, June 01, 2012
Both numbers are disappointments. Economists had expected BLS would say the jobless rate was 8.1 percent and that payrolls expanded by at least 150,000 jobs.
President Obama Hosts President Bush For Unveiling Of Official Portraits
Thursday, May 31, 2012
It's a White House tradition that brings presidents and former presidents together in a rare non-partisan event.
Youngest Speller Is Out Of The Bee; Tripped Up By 'Ingluvies'
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Six-year-old Lori Anne Madison was foiled by a word most of us had probably never heard before. But she had quite a day at the Bee. The competition resumes this morning, and concludes tonight.
WikiLeaks' Assange Has Two Weeks To Appeal Extradition Decision
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
The WikiLeaks founder has been fighting Swedish authorities' efforts to question him about alleged sex assaults. Britain's highest court has now said he can be extradited. But Assange...
How Do You Spell Precocious? 6-Year-Old Spelling Bee Contestant Would Know
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Lori Anne Madison is the youngest-ever competitor in the National Spelling Bee, which is being held in Washington, D.C., this week. She might also be the only competitor who often studies while swinging upside down.
Egypt May Be Headed To Runoff Between Islamist And Former Mubarak Aide
Friday, May 25, 2012
As officials count ballots from this week's first-ever free presidential election, the Muslim Brotherhood is claiming its candidate got the most votes and will be in a runoff next mon...
Ted, What Have You Been Doing With Yourself? Unabomber, You Say?
Thursday, May 24, 2012
The Harvard Alumni Association says it regrets letting Ted Kaczynski fill in others from the Class of '62 about what he's been doing — including his eight life sentences for the bombing spree that killed three and injured 23.
33 Years In Prison For Pakistani Doctor Who Aided Hunt For Bin Laden
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Shakil Afridi was recruited by the U.S. to try to collect DNA samples from the al-Qaida leader or his family members, to prove that bin Laden was in Pakistan. A local court in Pakista...
'Morally Repugnant' Behavior Tolerated By Secret Service, Senator Says
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
At the first congressional hearing into the scandal, Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine will make the case that Secret Service supervisors have turned a blind eye to bad behavior.
As Feared, JPMorgan's Losses Are Growing; Reportedly At $3 Billion
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The losses from ill-fated bets made by the bank's London office have been expected to mount. But they're rising even faster than some predicted. Still, JPMorgan's profits from other o...
Neither John Edwards Nor His Mistress Testify At Corruption Trial
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
His attorneys also will not call Edwards' adult daughter to the stand. He's accused of using campaign funds to try to hide his affair and a daughter Rielle Hunter delivered.
Greece Sets New Election For June 17; Fear Of Bank Runs Reported
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The country will try again to form a government. Meanwhile, its president worries about million so euros being pulled out of Greek banks. And talk of a "Grexit" from the euro zone is increasing.
Folks Seem To Like It, So Facebook Boosts Size Of Stock Offering By 25 Percent
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The hoopla continues over Facebook's initial public offering of stock, which is set for Friday.
Medical Report Details George Zimmerman's Injuries, ABC News Says
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The man who shot and killed Florida teenager Trayvon Martin has argued he acted in self defense. Evidence of his injuries may support his case.