How one H-1B visa recipient navigated layoffs in big tech
When Nilanjan was laid off from his job in tech, his H-1B visa meant he had to find new work in 60 days, or risk having to leave the United States.
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Boom Supersonic announces new milestones at Paris Air Show
Boom Supersonic is on track to complete its Overture Superfactory at Piedmont Triad International Airport by next summer.
Federal Reserve latest: Powell testifies and governing board nominees are reviewed
Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell testified before a House committee Wednesday. Meanwhile, a Senate panel reviewed several nominations to the Fed's board of governors, including the first Latina.
Evictions are increasing dramatically since the lifting of pandemic-era protections
NPR's A Martinez talks to research specialist Danny Grubbs-Donovan of Princeton University's Eviction Lab about soaring eviction rates after COVID protections were lifted.
The reason for Sweden's higher inflation in May? Some experts point to Beyoncé
When Beyoncé kicked off her world tour in Sweden last month, fans from all over the world flocked to Stockholm for the two sold out shows.
Missing your credit card payment is getting a lot more expensive
Americans hold almost a trillion dollars in credit card debt. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Ted Rossman, a senior analyst for Bankrate, about how interest rates could make missed payments pricier.
The Federal Reserve finally hits pause on raising interest rates
Why the Federal Reserve is pressing pause - for now - on interest rate hikes, and what might be in store for the economy next.
Chicago Fed President shares his outlook on inflation and rising interest
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Austan Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve of Chicago, about the pause in interest rates and his economic outlook.
The impact of last year's historic flooding on Yellowstone River's fishing industry
A year ago, the Yellowstone River had its biggest flood in 500 years. Now, fishing guides have to learn a whole new river. Fishing sends more than $1 billion to Montana's economy.
Has inflation changed how you shop and spend? We want to hear from you
NPR wants to know whether rising prices have led you to shop differently for groceries, travel or entertainment; use "buy now pay later" services; or dip into savings to cover your debts.