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Libraries are essential for internet access, even as national broadband projects ramp up
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sarah Leeson
Aug 23, 2024
The federal government wants to bring fiber connections to every home. In the meantime, some areas will still rely on the library.
This is what it means to "make it"
by
Reema Khrais
, Zoë Saunders
and Tony Wagner
Aug 23, 2024
Reema Khrais gives a preview of season 10, and Hanif Abdurraqib shares his flower budget.
Catch up on all the news you missed from the DNC
by
Ellen Rolfes
, Katie Reuther
and Tony Wagner
Aug 23, 2024
Plus, The Onion is back in print and Burning Man is losing some heat.
Why some car companies expected a faster switch to EVs
by
Henry Epp
Aug 23, 2024
An unsustainable burst of early-adopter enthusiasm stoked investment. But that was followed by a changing economy.
How do athletes in niche sports like breaking, table tennis and artistic swimming make money?
by
Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
These athletes can find work coaching others, doing corporate events and getting gigs in the entertainment industry.
Arbitration agreements are hiding in those terms and conditions you don't read
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Nic Perez
Aug 23, 2024
We're all signing arbitration agreements all the time, without even knowing it — just by signing up for a streaming service or joining a gym.
Kamala Harris outlines economic priorities on the last night of the DNC
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
, Nova Safo
and Meredith Garretson
Aug 23, 2024
Among economic themes, Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the need to protect Social Security and Medicare, and a tax cut for middle-income households.
For public good, not for profit.
Crypto firms emerge as top spenders this election
Aug 23, 2024
Crypto companies have spent more than $119 million so far, almost half of corporate money given during elections this year.
The history behind the "shotgun" houses of New Orleans
Aug 22, 2024
Despite their association with New Orleans, researchers say the shotgun style originated farther afield.
When interest rate cuts come, where will you feel them first?
Aug 22, 2024
Mortgages, savings accounts and credit card debt are a few places. Some rates have already edged down.