In S. Korea, Samsung's Recall Troubles Come At An Already Crucial Moment
In Samsung's home country, the conglomerate was already feeling the heat in more ways than one.
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Modern Model Airplanes Blend Art, Aviation And Grown-Up Toys
Model airplanes have come a long way from the days when they whirred around on a string. Now, remote-controlled airplanes are often works of art the size of golf carts performing acrobatic tumbles.
Universal Postal Union Tries To Divvy Up Countries' Stamp Money Fairly
Planet Money digs into the complex economics of international postage. When we send a letter to a foreign country, how should the stamp money be shared with the people delivering the letter?
When Kleptocrats Bring Money Into The U.S., There's Now A Plan To Seize It
Yachts, mansions, artwork and more, all bought with money allegedly stolen by Malaysian officials. It's the largest case to date for a Justice Department unit that investigates alleged kleptocrats.
Samsung Permanently Halts Production Of Galaxy Note 7 Smartphone
Samsung is ending production of the smartphone after reports that some replacement devices were also spontaneously igniting. Renee Montagne talks to Wall Street Journal reporter Jonathan Cheng.
South African Students Clash With Police At Education Protests
Violent protests have shut down most South African universities in recent weeks as students nationwide protest high tuition fees. They pledge to continue the violence until tuition fees are scrapped.
How The Idea Of Free Trade As A Way To World Peace Gained Traction
Free trade is taking a beating in this election year. But the man who created the free-trade world we live in now, thought free trade was the way to world peace. He even won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Along Germany's Coast, A Nazi Resort Becomes An Upscale Destination
One of the biggest Nazi relics, a massive beachfront indoctrination camp on the Baltic Sea, has been transformed into condominiums and a luxury tourist resort. It's causing a stir.
Former Wells Fargo Employees Describe Toxic Sales Culture, Even At HQ
Wells Fargo workers blame a toxic high-pressure sales culture for pushing some workers to engage in deceptive practices — even in the bank branch at the company's headquarters in San Francisco.
FDA Is Redefining The Term 'Healthy' On Food Labels
Last year, the FDA told the maker of Kind bars some of its nut-filled snacks couldn't be labeled as "healthy." Now the agency is rethinking what healthy means, amid evolving science on fat and sugar.