Janet Nguyen

Digital Reporter

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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.

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More of your trade war questions, answered

Jan 14, 2020
The U.S. and China are set to complete phase one of a trade agreement. Here are some of your questions, answered.
President Donald Trump shakes hands with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He in the Oval Office at the White House in October.
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What it means for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to be financially independent

Jan 9, 2020
Quitting your family is one thing, but what about paying for your jetsetting life?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, wave as they leave Windsor Castle after their wedding to attend an evening reception at Frogmore House.
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The rising demand for Santas of color

Dec 23, 2019
Some events and businesses are trying to move away from typical portrayals of Santa.
Santa Larry Jefferson poses with a family.
Courtesy of Landon Luther, co-owner of The Santa Experience

These are the states benefiting the most from the $28 billion farm bailout

Dec 12, 2019
A government program has given billions in subsidies to farmers affected by the U.S.-China trade war.
A view of a combine being used to harvest soybeans in a field at a farm in Iowa.
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Here's what happens to your unclaimed money — and how you can get it back

Oct 15, 2019
Uncashed checks, unused gift cards, and unredeemed insurance help make up the billions of dollars in unclaimed property overseen by all 50 states.

Michelle Williams’ Emmy speech highlights gender pay gap

Sep 23, 2019
The "Fosse/Verdon" actress pointed out that women of color can end up making half of what their white male counterparts make.
Michelle Williams accepts the Emmy award Sunday for outstanding lead actress in a limited TV series or movie.
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What economic powers does Trump have at his disposal?

Sep 9, 2019
Trump has already invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Presidential powers don’t stop there.
President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.

Which industries are recession-proof?

Sep 6, 2019
Marketplace listeners share their thoughts on how a recession would affect them.
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