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We revisit three radio pieces, on how blind trusts work, how the European Central Bank has been flexing its muscle, and why public pension plans are about to look less healthy.

On today's show: Snuggies, printer toner, and a banking road trip. Three stories about what happens when you actually read the fine print.

On social media late Wednesday, the musician wrote: "I wish to say that I will not perform on any stage where there is a discriminated audience present."

In Los Angeles, Koreatown merchants are closing their businesses and factories so thousands of workers can take part in the national immigrant boycott and march. Korean merchants employ between 30,000 and 50,000 mostly Latino workers.

Reading is a thrill sport for Cobi Jones, a midfielder for Major League Soccer's L.A. Galaxy and the latest participant in the summer reading series on Weekend Edition Sunday. Jones favors military history, mysteries and fantasy series.

After his 22-year-old son Lucas died during a whitewater kayaking trip, Gil Turner took a closer look at one important piece of gear: the helmet. Turner partnered with engineering students to build a better helmet -- and change industry standards in the process.

The Transportation Security Administration announces changes to the way airline passengers are searched, including more random searches. Also, it updates the list of prohibited items aboard planes, allowing more sharp objects, such as small scissors and screwdrivers. The changes are effective Dec. 22.

Williams' announcement marks her return to professional competition since sustaining an injury at the tournament last year. It's also another chance for her to win her 24th Grand Slam singles title.

A close friend of Princess Diana, Patrick Demarchelier was one of the leading fashion photographers of his era.

Australian officials said the restrictions, which include a ban on bauxite, is designed to curtail Russia's ability to produce aluminum — a vital ingredient in arms and munition manufacturing.