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In 2013 and 2014, there will be a number of substantial realignments in the NCAA conferences. Some believe that the realignment process will ultimately result in the creation of four "super conferences." NPR's Mike Pesca talks about how conference shifts could effect the future of college athletics.

Diseases, both chronic and infectious, are a reality regardless of American optimism. Daniel Callahan and Sherwin B. Nuland for The New Republic argue that real health care reform will need a reality check and plenty of money.

High-tech gadgets, like smartphones, keep us connected at all hours and are making it more difficult to get a good night's sleep. But several new smartphone apps claim to help users sleep better. New York Times health and fitness reporter Anahad O'Connor explains the science behind apps.

The time has come for the energy efficient, slightly blue and dimmer compact fluorescent lamp to take the place of our old friend the incandescent light bulb. But this might not be such a bright idea after all. Joseph Bottum of The Weekly Standard illuminates the argument of the bulb.

The state's Republican Gov. Scott Walker has survived a recall election in one of the most closely watched and dramatic state races. He defeated Milwaukee's Democratic Mayor Tom Barrett.

In 2009, deep in the throes of the economic meltdown, Detroit's iconic North American International Auto Show was a dreary affair. But this year, earnings are up for the Big Three, and new vehicles may breathe new life into automakers. Industry watcher Paul Ingrassia talks about the 2011 show.

Operation Migration uses ultralight planes to guide whooping cranes in migration from Wisconsin to their winter home in Florida. But a Federal Aviation Administration investigation has grounded a flock of whooping cranes and an ultralight guiding plane.

An investigation by ProPublica and NPR finds that Freddie Mac has invested billions of dollars in bets against struggling homeowners. Public records show that Freddie Mac, in a potential conflict of interest, sought to make gains when homeowners failed to qualify for refinancing.

Four U.S. states are still struggling with high rates of lead poisoning from soil, pipes and paint. It impacts thousands of people each year, especially low-income communities and families of color.

The end of another year means another giant stack of books you missed during the past 12 months. Nancy Pearl, our favorite librarian, stops by to share recommendations that should keep old, young and 'tween readers content.