Scholars and the OED have cited Shakespeare as the originator of more than 1600 words. While he was the first to write down many words, new research fueled by computer analysis indicates he didn't invent as many words as once thought.
Cameras are everywhere: in our pockets and on our streets. But what happens when we turn those cameras on members of law enforcement? Anchor Marco Werman speaks with a filmmaking team from London whose experience has led to a short animated film.
It is looking extremely unlikely that Republicans and Democrats can agree on a plan by the end of the year. Britain went over its own fiscal cliff a couple of years ago. Since then, it has imposed a series of painful budget cuts.
It has been a very popular Paralympics. More tickets were sold for the London Games than for any previous Paralympics. And the Games have been broadcast to more people in more countries than ever.
It has been a very popular Paralympics. More tickets were sold for the London Games than for any previous Paralympics. And the Games have been broadcast to more people in more countries than ever.
It is looking extremely unlikely that Republicans and Democrats can agree on a plan by the end of the year. Britain went over its own fiscal cliff a couple of years ago. Since then, it has imposed a series of painful budget cuts.
Cameras are everywhere: in our pockets and on our streets. But what happens when we turn those cameras on members of law enforcement? Anchor Marco Werman speaks with a filmmaking team from London whose experience has led to a short animated film.
Scholars and the OED have cited Shakespeare as the originator of more than 1600 words. While he was the first to write down many words, new research fueled by computer analysis indicates he didn't invent as many words as once thought.
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Sports
Why the 2012 London Paralympics Have Been Such a Success
The World
September 07, 2012
It has been a very popular Paralympics. More tickets were sold for the London Games than for any previous Paralympics. And the Games have been broadcast to more people in more countries than ever.
Conflict & Justice
Britain Shows the Way Over 'Fiscal Cliff'
The World
December 27, 2012
It is looking extremely unlikely that Republicans and Democrats can agree on a plan by the end of the year. Britain went over its own fiscal cliff a couple of years ago. Since then, it has imposed a series of painful budget cuts.
Conflict & Justice
Is it Legal to Film Police in London?
The World
May 07, 2013
Cameras are everywhere: in our pockets and on our streets. But what happens when we turn those cameras on members of law enforcement? Anchor Marco Werman speaks with a filmmaking team from London whose experience has led to a short animated film.
Arts, Culture & Media
Did William Shakespeare really invent all those words?
The World
August 19, 2013
Scholars and the OED have cited Shakespeare as the originator of more than 1600 words. While he was the first to write down many words, new research fueled by computer analysis indicates he didn't invent as many words as once thought.