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Many Greeks fear that the value of their savings will drop sharply if the country leaves the eurozone and returns to the drachma. This has led many Greeks to withdraw their money from banks.

As Greeks Withdraw Cash, Banks Grow Vulnerable

Greek businesses and individuals have been steadily withdrawing euros, which has weakened Greek banks. This trend could be hard to reverse because Greeks fear a departure from the eurozone and a return to the drachma would wipe out much of their savings.

Remembering A Son In 'Immortal Bird'

In a new memoir, writer Doron Weber tells the story of his son Damon, who was born with a congenital heart defect and underwent at heart transplant at age 16. Weber describes his family's experiences with a medical system that he says failed to provide adequate care to his ailing son.

No corner of the world is safe from cancer.

As Nations Develop, Cancer Takes Hold

The wealthiest parts of the globe account for about 40 percent of cancer cases, yet have only 15 percent of the world's population. By 2030, cases of cancer will have risen in all countries, but those in the middle stages of development today can expect the biggest changes.

The Same Scene Over And Over: A Syrian Describes Houla Massacre

For more than an hour after the attack, they found no survivors, said Hamza Oumar, a Syrian activist.

'Flame' Virus Fuels Political Heat Over Cyber Threats

A United Nations agency has raised alarms about the Flame virus, which may have been designed for use against Iran. Skeptics say the announcement was more about politics than global security.

Today, bananas are cheap and ubiquitous in the U.S., but that wasn't always the case. In his new book, <em>The Fish That Ate the Whale, </em>Rich Cohen explains how Sam Zemurray, a young Jewish immigrant, became a major player in the American banana business.

America's Gone Bananas: Here's How It Happened

The Fish That Ate the Whale tells the story of Sam Zemurray, a Jewish immigrant who came to the U.S. as a teenager and became one of the biggest players in the banana business. "He's like the American dream in the shape of a single life," says author Rich Cohen.

London Mayor Boris Johnson stands atop the ArcelorMittal Orbit, an observation tower in London's Olympic Park, at its unveiling on May 11. Johnson is the author of <em>Johnson's Life of London: The People Who Made the City That Made the World</em>.

London's Mayor On 'The City That Made The World'

In just a few weeks, the world will descend on London for the Olympic Games. NPR's Scott Simon talks with London Mayor Boris Johnson about his city and his new book, Johnson's Life of London: The People Who Made the City That Made the World.

A Case For Military Intervention In Syria

Host Scott Simon talks with former Pentagon analyst Thomas P.M. Barnett about the pros and cons of a military intervention in Syria. Barnett has written in support of military intervention in Syria on Time Magazine's Battleland blog.

Implications Of The Facebook Let-Down

Host Scott Simon talks with Joe Nocera, op-ed columnist for The New York Times, about the rocky debut of Facebook as a public company and what it means for the markets and the tech industry at large.

Off-duty Accident Injuries Claim Tulsa County Deputy

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — A Tulsa County Sheriff's deputy has died from injuries she suffered in an off-duty accident.Deputy Laura Nieves died about 3:30 p.m.…

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