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For Film Set Decorators, Tiny Details Count

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 22:01
On a movie set, every piece of furniture, wall hanging or bit of desktop clutter that an actor doesn't touch is chosen by the film's set decorator. For her annual Oscar-season series on Hollywood jobs, NPR's Susan Stamberg follows a handful of these decorators from prep through "Action!"

In Bail Hearing, Pistorius Says Girlfriend's Death Was Accidental

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 07:41
Renee Montagne gets an update from New York Times correspondent Lydia Polgreen on the bail hearing for South African Olympian Oscar Pistorius. He is charged with murdering his model girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

Museum-Goers Strip Down To View Nude Exhibit

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 06:00
An exhibit in a Vienna Museum titled "Nude Men" from 1800 to the present drew a group of 60 men who stripped down to view it. In a special after-hours tour, they viewed the exhibition in nothing but socks and shoes. The tour guide was dressed.

Italy Edges Out Election Pollsters

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 05:56
Pollsters still do surveys for private clients, but are banned from publishing any results. Some websites have found coded ways to report survey results. A gambling site reports polls disguised as fake horse racing results, with horses named after political parties.

From Louisiana To Versailles, Funding 'Vital Stories, Artfully Told'

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 03:27
With its mission to tell stories from underrepresented perspectives, Cinereach has supported more than 100 movies, including Beasts of the Southern Wild and The Queen of Versailles.

Law Change Makes It Harder To Unlock Cellphones

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:41
A copyright ruling from the Library of Congress covers whether people may buy a phone from one carrier and then use it with another. A recent change makes it illegal to unlock a phone, or untie it from the original carrier, without permission. But some people are petitioning the White House to undo that change.

Where Does Overhauling Immigration Stand?

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Bipartisan groups of lawmakers are working together on overhauling immigration. On Tuesday, President Obama spoke with several of the senators involved. But there's been some controversy over a draft White House proposal on immigration that was made public.

Civil Penalties At Stake In Trial Against BP

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
A massive civil lawsuit over liability for the worst oil disaster in U.S. history goes to trial next week in New Orleans. The U.S. Justice Department and Gulf states say BP was grossly negligent and put profits over safety, leading to the 2010 explosion of the Deepwater Horizon. Eleven rig workers were killed. Settlement talks have continued but states say they are pushing for a trial to make sure BP is held accountable and pays to restore the Gulf Coast environment and economy.

Bank Of America CEO Recieves Hefty Raise

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
A new regulatory filing by Bank of America shows its CEO received quite a raise last year. Brian Moynihan got nearly a 75 percent increase in 2012 — a pay package valued at more than $12 million. The previous year he was paid $7 million.

Automatic Spending Cuts Would Cause 'Hardship' For People

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
The Pentagon plans to notify members of Congress Wednesday about its plans to furlough some 800,000 civilian employees later this spring. That's just one consequence of the federal government's automatic spending cuts, which are due to take effect next week. President Obama is urging Congress to halt the cuts, at least temporarily, while lawmakers try to craft a more lasting budget agreement.

'Prisoner X' Raises Questions About Israel's Secrecy

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Mossad agent Ben Zygier faced secret charges three years ago, was imprisoned under a false name and until last week, his suicide while in prison was a closely-held secret. Some Israelis say the case shows that the bounds of military censorship have gotten too tight.

Postal Service Ventures Into New Territory

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
It is coming out with a line of clothing and accessories called "Rain, Heat and Snow." It cut a deal with a company based in Ohio to create "smart apparel" or "wearable technology."

Iran's Presidential Election Could Interfere With Nuclear Talks

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
As another round of nuclear talks approaches, Iran is again blowing hot and cold on the prospects for progress. After officials signaled a willingness to talk directly with U.S. negotiators, Iran's supreme leader quashed that idea.

Oscar Nominees Faced Pressure Playing 'Real People'

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Morning Edition has gone into the archives for NPR interviews from the past year with two Oscar nominees. We'll hear from Naomi Watts who plays a tsunami survivor in The Impossible. And Daniel Day Lewis who plays Abraham Lincoln.

Boeing's Tech Workers Vote To Authorize Strike

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Boeing has its hands full right now. It is still trying to get to the bottom of a battery fire on one of its new 787s, and now technical workers have authorized a strike. They'll negotiate again before a walkout.

Being Obese Can Weigh On Employees' Insurance

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Renee Montagne talks to Morgan Downey, editor of the Downey Obesity Report about employers using carrots — and sticks — to improve the health of their employees.

Oscar Pistorius Faces Another Court Hearing

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Renee Montagne gets an update from freelance radio reporter Jean-Jacques Cornish on the pre-trial hearings for South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius. He is charged with murdering his supermodel girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

Where Does Overhauling Immigration Stand?

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Bipartisan groups of lawmakers are working together on overhauling immigration. On Tuesday, President Obama spoke with several of the senators involved. But there's been some controversy over a draft White House proposal on immigration that was made public. For more, Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Mara Liasson.

Civil Penalties At Stake In BP's Trial

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
A massive civil lawsuit over liability for the worst oil disaster in U.S. history goes to trial next week in New Orleans. The U.S. Justice Department and Gulf states say BP was grossly negligent and put profits over safety, leading to the 2010 explosion of the Deepwater Horizon. Eleven rig workers were killed. Settlement talks have continued but states say they are pushing for a trial to make sure BP is held accountable and pays to restore the Gulf Coast environment and economy. NPR's Debbie Elliott reports.

Business News

Wed, 02/20/2013 - 02:00
Renee Montagne has business news.

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