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As more people turn to laser displays for holiday house decorations, aviation authorities warn not to shine them into the sky.

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For Christmas Thrills Without The Spills, More Decorators Turn To Lasers

7:08am December 26, 2016

by Stephan Bisaha

It's a new way to deck the house for the holidays. Laser lights project decorations without a need of a ladder, but Christmas light purists say they don't compare to the old-fashioned bulbs.

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Lawyer Shortage In Some Rural Areas Reaches Epic Proportions

5:54am December 26, 2016

by Grant Gerlock

In Nebraska alone, there are 11 counties without a lawyer — leaving those seeking legal help in the lurch. Efforts are underway to recruit law students to come back home.

The Trump International Golf Club in Dubai is part of the president-elect's real estate empire. Trump has said his sons would run his companies while he's president.

For Global Investors, 'Uncertainty' Over Business Climate Under Trump

5:00pm December 25, 2016

by Jackie Northam

The U.S. has long enjoyed a solid reputation as a trustworthy place to do business. But President-elect Trump's potential conflicts of interest around the globe could challenge that reputation.

November Sees Biggest Home Sale Surge In Almost A Decade

8:56am December 25, 2016

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to Nationwide Mutual Chief Economist David Berson about what's behind the recent rise in home sales.

The Economy Trump Will Inherit

8:34am December 24, 2016

Donald Trump calls the impact of trade deals on the US a "disaster." But what kind of economy is he really inheriting and how might he affect it? Economics blogger Megan McArdle weighs in.

The content of monthly book boxes varies, but most come with a book or sometimes even a few, plus book-specific or reading related extras.

You've Got Mail: Book Boxes Offer Novels And Novelty Items

7:00am December 24, 2016

by Wynne Davis

It's OK if you haven't heard of book box subscriptions. These relatively new services, available in all kinds of genres, deliver curated selections of books and extras to subscribers every month.

'Wall Street Journal' Raises Possible Conflicts Of Interest For Rep. Tom Price

5:50pm December 23, 2016

A report in the Wall Street Journal is raising questions about possible conflicts of interest for Rep. Tom Price, Donald Trump's choice to be Secretary of Health and Human Services. According to the newspaper, Price traded medical stocks while also working on health legislation in Congress. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Michelle Hackman of the Wall Street Journal.

European Banks Reach Multi-Billion Dollar Settlement Over Toxic Mortgages

4:49pm December 23, 2016

by John Ydstie

In the waning days of the Obama administration, two European banks, Deutsche Bank and Credit Suisse, agreed to multi-billion dollar settlements with U.S. authorities for selling toxic mortgages prior to the financial crisis. The combined payouts will be approximately $12.5 billion. A third bank, Barclays, balked at a deal and is being sued by the Justice Department.

A Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 F-35B Lightning II prepares to make a vertical landing in Yuma, Ariz., in 2013. President-elect Donald Trump asked Boeing to price a version of one of its fighter jets to be competitive with Lockheed Martin's F-35 airc

Amid Trump Defense Spending Statements, His Plans Are Unclear

4:14pm December 23, 2016

by Philip Ewing

As President-elect Donald Trump tweets about expanding nuclear security and the cost of combat aircraft, some wonder whether his hardball posts are just "Art of the Deal" tactics to help the Pentagon.

A view of Deutsche Bank's corporate headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany.

DOJ's Big Bank Settlements Remove Potential Conflict Of Interest For Trump

2:13pm December 23, 2016

by Chris Arnold

Regulators reached a $7.2 billion deal with Deutsche Bank over toxic mortgage securities. President-elect Donald Trump owes the bank hundreds of millions. Credit Suisse agreed to pay $5.3 billion.