Janet Nguyen
Digital Reporter
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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.
Episodes by Janet (4)
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Why do websites still use CAPTCHA?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
They’re annoying to humans, but they can stop the bots.
How do athletes in niche sports like breaking, table tennis and artistic swimming make money?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
These athletes can find work coaching others, doing corporate events and getting gigs in the entertainment industry.
How do Treasury bonds work?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 16, 2024
We looked at where you can buy Treasury securities and when they’re up for auction.
The Olympic Village offers free health care. Here’s how much it would cost in the U.S.
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
U.S. rugby star Ariana Ramsey received medical services at no charge, then lamented the expenses faced by Americans back home.
How did the Red Hot Chili Peppers go from the concert stage to the T-shirt you're wearing?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Companies working on behalf of bands approach big-box retailers to see if they want to carry any merch.
Can you live in the Olympic Village after the games are over?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Some countries are able to convert the Olympic Village into residential housing, but the price is out of reach for many.
Here’s why an emergency rate cut would be a bad idea
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 5, 2024
While some investors think it would help the economy and the markets, economists caution against one.
Boar’s Head recall leaves some delis without alternatives
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 2, 2024
Boar’s Head recalled an additional 7 million pounds of ready-to-eat products this week, which has hurt revenue for small businesses.
Why do paper bags have a zig-zag cut at the top?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 2, 2024
Safety, efficiency and looks play a role in the design.
Does the Fed actually set interest rates?
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Janet Nguyen
Jul 26, 2024
The Fed has a series of tools in its arsenal to influence interest rates, including the all-important federal funds rate.