Olympic gold medalist and the newly-crowned Sports Illustrated “Sportsman of the Year” Michael Phelps discusses his childhood ADHD diagnosis and overmedicating children. He also describes the mental focus required to …
From violent protests in Tibet and Mumbai, to the war in Iraq - President Elect Obama inherits foreign affairs challenges across the globe. Journalists watching from the Middle East and from Asia offer insights from their regions.
Make ‘Em Laugh - The Funny Business of America, a six-hour comedy epic showcasing the most hilarious men, women, and moments in American entertainment and why they made us laugh. The series premieres on THIRTEEN on January 14, 2009 at 8:00 pm.
If a high-tech gadget is on your holiday gift list, you’ll want to watch this series before you buy. It’s New York bureau chief Scott Gurvey’s annual look at the hottest technology products, from 50 inch flat-screen TVs to GPS devices. Watch. (Originally aired: 12/9/2008-12/11/2008).
* More troops to fight the war in Afghanistan
* A mainstay of Main Street in Britain is wiped out
* Company Christmas Parties for song in Ireland
* 21st-century Africa: Rwanda aims for one laptop per child
* The story of an Iraqi girl blinded by war
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Reports emerged this week that the president-elect has decided to tap Nobel prize winner Steven Chu as his energy secretary, Democratic sources told several media organizations.
Leaders from New York’s nonprofit, philanthropic, business and public sectors held a forum on Nov. 19, 2008, to discuss the current challenges and opportunities for nonprofits. Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone, delivers the keynote address. See more…
* World Bank warns of a deep global recession
* Controversy in England over assisted suicide
* 21st century Africa: Uganda’s hospitals
* Record warm December in Moscow
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Charlie Rose interviews reporter Jeff Zeleny who is covering the impact of the Gov. Blagojevich scandal and political corruption for The New York Times. Among the charges, Blagojevich is accused of seeking campaign contributions in several political scams. Watch now.
Rabbi Shea Harlig is on a mission to get Jews to embrace a more traditional practice of their faith. As an emissary of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, he works nearly nonstop. He leads prayer services and Torah studies. Watch. (Originally aired: 12/5/2008).
