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The origins — and moral conundrums — of modern reality TV
by
David Brancaccio
and Ariana Rosas
Jun 25, 2024
Critic Emily Nussbaum explores the costs and radio roots of reality TV in her latest book, "Cue the Sun!"
How the Inflation Reduction Act could change the future of one Native American reservation
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Jun 24, 2024
Bob Blake, member of the Red Lake Band of Chippewa and owner of a solar development company, explains how the IRA could lead to more solar power on the reservation.
Will we ever go back to zero interest rates?
by
Janet Nguyen
Jun 24, 2024
From 2020-2022, interest rates were near zero.
Amid shortage, nurses abroad wait longer for visas
Jun 24, 2024
Qualified and experienced nurses are in high demand. And the Health Resources & Services Administration projects a shortfall of tens of thousands of registered nurses annually.
The case for wage insurance to offset future job disruption
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
, Chris Farrell
and Alex Schroeder
Jun 24, 2024
There's already unemployment insurance. But new research makes the case for wage insurance as further protection for workers.
What role should household wealth play in determining a student’s financial aid package?
Jun 24, 2024
The FAFSA does not ask about two key measures of wealth – the family home and retirement accounts.
A global map of the ocean floor could buoy the economy
Jun 21, 2024
Researchers have mapped a quarter of it so far. Communications, shipping, mining and climate modeling could benefit.
For public good, not for profit.
Here’s why running shoes frequently come in bold and flashy colors
by
Janet Nguyen
Jun 21, 2024
Can hyper violet shoes help you run hyper fast? Some consumers think so.
As more Floridians turn to state's insurer of last resort, it seeks to raise rates
Jun 21, 2024
Citizens Property Insurance has a huge risk load as private insurers avoid the state. Many residents say coverage is already costly.
Why Trump wants to make tips tax-free
by
Ellen Rolfes
Jun 21, 2024
Plus, we get smarter on "AI slop" and do the numbers on workplace protections for pregnant workers.