Roscoe, TX
Roping the Wind
The mid-20th century discovery of oil and gas fields in central Texas changed the trajectory of several small towns in decline. But the boom bypassed the town of Roscoe.
PlayIn 2004, Cliff Etheredge saw a chance to cash in on the emerging west Texas wind boom and revive his once dying town.
North Carolina
Faces of the Crisis
Swept up in the subprime lending mess that is roiling the housing industry in the US, Cynthia Barret McGowan lost her house to foreclosure in May 2008. After having to file bankruptcy, all her savings are lost.
View SiteFirst part of a Multimedia Special on the Mortgage Crisis
Brooklyn, NY
Hold Out
Atlantic Yards is Brooklyn's largest ever proposed real estate development. The plan includes a basketball arena, numerous high rises, and would cost nearly five billion dollars. To make room, many buildings have been razed and more than 600 residents have left the neighborhood. But a handful of residents refuse to leave.
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Thailand
Robed in Merit
Donning a saffron-colored robe, Juttipong Wongpet’s life changes.
He gains a new name and loses the hair on his eyebrows and head. As a 15-day monk, Wongpet is robed for merit, earning favor for his ancestors. Although Wongpet will leave his monk name behind, for a season he will rise above the station of a layman… and bring honor to his family.
PlayHe gains a new name and loses the hair on his eyebrows and head. As a 15-day monk, Wongpet is robed for merit, earning favor for his ancestors. Although Wongpet will leave his monk name behind, for a season he will rise above the station of a layman… and bring honor to his family.