Posted: January 27, 2012
Google already offers a way to pay for lunch or groceries using its "Google Wallet" on an Android phone — cell providers and banks aren't far behind with payment systems of their own. Analyst Gilles Ubaghs talks about how coupons and convenience might persuade customers to make the switch.
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Beyond Stable
A brain-training program helps people with schizophrenia get to the next level.
GOP Senate Candidates Debate At City Club
Five candidates gave their pitches for why they should be the nominee to challenge Democrat Sherrod Brown. Listen to the entire debate.
Renewables Industry Initiates “Clean Energy” Ballot Issue
The ballot issue would have the state borrow billions of dollars to boost wind, solar, geothermal and other "clean energy” projects.
As Primary Looms Closer, Knox County Residents Weigh Republican Field
Voters in one of Ohio's Republican strongholds review the top GOP contenders.
Mandel To Skip GOP Senate Debate
Republican State Treasurer and U.S. Senate candidate Josh Mandel has bowed out of a debate scheduled for Wednesday in downtown Cleveland.
Climate Scientist Admits To Lying, Leaking Documents
Peter Gleick obtained and distributed internal documents belonging to the Heartland Institute.
'We Crush The Cars': Inside The Monster Truck Arena
The sport — yes, sport — of monster truck driving has come a long way.
Oil Prices Historically Important In Elections
Audie Cornish speaks with Jim Tankersley, Economics Correspondent for the National Journal.
Arizona Debate A Key Platform Before Primaries
The four remaining Republican candidates debate Wednesday night in Mesa, Ariz.
Obama Calls For Corporate Tax Reduction
The plan would reduce the corporate tax rate to 28 percent and impose a minimum tax on businesses.
On Tibetan Plateau, A Sense Of Constant Surveillance
Visiting Tibetan areas is risky for reporters. But Tibetans who help them face even greater dangers.
Two Western Journalists Among Dead In Syria
Marie Colvin of the Sunday Times of London and a French photojournalist were killed Wednesday.
Portuguese Wary Of German Drive For Austerity
Some fear compliance with rigorous EU policies could weaken their democracy.
Mubarak's Trial Ends, Sentencing Set For June
Some Egyptians are doubtful the secretive and long trial will bring justice.
Dealing With Dictators, The U.S. Playbook Varies
Some autocrats get the cold shoulder from the U.S., while others get the red-carpet treatment.
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