They made a material that doesn't exist on Earth. That's only the start of the story.
A scientific discovery could forever change China and the U.S. industrial balance.
Economy
Feeling lucky? The Powerball jackpot is now up to a record $1.9 billion
After 40 drawings without a winner, the jackpot has reached the staggering sum of nearly $2 billion. But the odds of winning are long — 1 in 292.2 million.
The economy is down. Now might be the best time to start saving and investing
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to financial therapist, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin about how people can save and invest during the economic downturn.
A village for Salt Lakers experiencing homelessness is designed for self-sufficiency
Salt Lake City's city council voted in favor of a project to build a small community known as the Other Side Village for people experiencing chronic homelessness.
The big reveal: New laws require companies to disclose pay ranges on job postings.
On Nov. 1, New York joined a handful of places across the country that require companies to disclose salary ranges when they post jobs. But transparency isn't easy.
U.S. employers added 261 thousand jobs last month, but job growth has slowed
U.S. employers added 261 thousand jobs last month — more than forecasters expected. But job growth has slowed from earlier in the year, and that slowdown could help ease upward pressure on inflation.
It's not just buying a car — owning one is getting pricier, too
Mechanics' bills are rising faster than inflation, and people are holding on to their vehicles for longer than ever. That means even those staying out of the car market are feeling inflation's pinch.
U.S. hiring cooled slightly in October. That could help to ease inflation
Hiring slowed modestly in October, as employers added 261,000 jobs. That might take some of the upward pressure off inflation.
How rising interest rates affect your day to day
The fed raised interest rates again this week by 3/4 of a percent, and mortgage rates have seen their biggest jump in 40 years. Borrowing on credit cards, and car loans is also going up.
How have travel prices affected your Thanksgiving plans? We want to hear from you
Traveling home for Thanksgiving is looking extra pricey this year, but experts say roads and flights will be packed. Are you traveling over the holiday weekend, despite the cost? Let us know.