lehrer: then, we update the case against i.m.f. chief dominique strauss-kahn and explore the differences between u.s. and french laws and reactions. ifill: congressional correspondent kwame holman reports on two bills aimed at big oil and bringing down high gas prices. lehrer: paul solman explores the connection between new technologies and new jobs. ifill: reporting from bahrain, margaret warner interviews the foreign minister about the government crackdown on protesters. lehrer: and spencer michels reports on a california artist, who finds inspiration in everyday places and things. that s all ahead on tonight s newshour. major funding for the pbs newshour has been provided by: and by the alfred p. sloan foundation. supporting science, technology, and improved economic performance and financial literacy in the 21st century. and with the ongoing support of these institutions and foundations. and. this program was made possible by the corporation for public broadca