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Foreign Investors Buying a Piece of DC

The Washington region's once booming real estate market has been making news lately for its fast-growing rate of foreclosures. But foreign investors have been finding the market more and more attractive. DC is the seat of the federal government, home to a host of international agencies and properties HERE cost a lot less than in New York City. As Kavitha Cardoza reports, the troubled U.S. economy is making investment in DC real estate appear like even more of a bargain.

Oak Hill Summer Camp

It may sound like an unlikely summer camp - teens from the Oak Hill Juvenile Detention Center work with deaf camp leaders and police officers, to provide activities for kids from high risk neighborhoods. It all happens through Gallaudet University's Discovery Program - and organizers say it can change lives. Sabri Ben-Achour stopped by the camp grounds at the university for deaf and hard-of-hearing students to learn more.

ADHD and Ritalin

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that two million American children are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD - or ADD, as it's commonly called - can be defined as an impairment that affects one's ability to focus or maintain attention. This story is one young man's experience with the condition and the drug Ritalin. His and his father's names have been changed to protect their identities. Youth Voices reporter Catherine Grubb reports.

Our Youth Voices series is produced by Deborah Bolling.

Fred Fiske: Paper Guilt

Senior Commentator takes a long look at the stack of newspapers and magazines in his house.

The Pope's Stuff

Pope Benedict the Sixteenth has come and gone. But he left some of his stuff behind - and now it's on display at Catholic University. 'Together in Faith: The Pope Visits Catholic University' is an exhibit showcasing his... well, stuff. From a white skull cap to the student-designed chair he used during mass at Nationals Park. Stephanie Kaye speaks with Frank Persico with Catholic University and archivist Leslie Knoblach, who help put the papal trappings into context.

Appalachian Reality

The Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, hours from cities usually considered hot-beds for the arts. But for eight years, it has provided an opportunity for regional playwrights to showcase new works during the 'Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights.' The fest wraps up this weekend. Nancy King reports.

You can catch a production of 'Appalachian Reality' on Saturday, August 9th afternoon at 2 pm. Our report was produced through the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities.

Nightlife with Fritz Hahn: Beach Party Inside The Beltway

Nothing stings quite like that moment when that back-to-school sale circular falls out of the Sunday paper and lands on your lap. It's like a kick to the gut that says 'summer's over.' And we don't want to pile it on, but September 22nd IS the first day of Fall. So yes, the carefree days of summer are slipping through our fingers but it's not over yet. Fritz Hahn helps us take advantage of summer nightlife right here in town. He writes about nightlife for the Washington Post and washingtonpost.com

Melissa Jordan: A Little Advice

Writer Melissa Jordan works at the National Geographic headquarters in downtown DC. Recently, she was asked by an out-of-towner in the lobby whether PANDAS were available for purchase. And it got her thinking about all of her favorite 'tourist moments.'