Costly Care In America
Americans spend more on healthcare than people in other high-income countries, and it's not because we use more of it.
Economy
Are Tariffs The Best Way To Force China To Change Its Ways?
President Trump says the U.S. will levy $60 billion worth of trade tariffs against China. The move is seen as way to curb China's predatory trade practices, but it also risks a trade war.
Why To Care If There Are Tariffs
Where is the collateral damage in a trade war?
Dow Gains 669 Points Amid Reported Trade Talks With China
U.S. stock indexes surged about 3 percent Monday after fears eased of a trade war with China. The two major trading partners reportedly are negotiating to improve U.S. access to Chinese markets.
Dollars for Data
From Google Maps to Yelp to Instagram, the internet gives us access to all sorts of services without having to pay a cent. But are they really free?
Will Back And Forth Over Tariffs Turn Into A U.S.-China Trade War?
President Trump ordered tariffs on China to address complaints that the country forces U.S. businesses to give up industry secrets. Scott Simon talks with Washington Post correspondent David J. Lynch.
U.S.-China Trade War Fears Send Global Stock Markets Tumbling
The Dow lost a total of more than 1,100 points in the past two days amid rising trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Japan's Nikkei dived 4.5 percent, and indexes also fell in Europe.
Trade War Could Damage U.S. Consumers More Than China
Historically, both sides usually lose in trade wars. But, one side often loses more than the other. While China could be hurt by the Trump administration tariffs, U.S. consumers, companies and our allies could end up being damaged more.
President Trump Signs $1.3 Trillion Spending Bill, But Is 'Unhappy' About It
Congress passed a $1.3 trillion spending bill overnight, that President Trump sharply criticized as he signed it on Friday following a veto threat.
Spending Bill Protects Tipped Workers From Sharing With The Boss
The president signed a spending bill Friday that, among other things, safeguards workers' tips. It blocks an earlier Trump administration move that may have allowed restaurant owners to pocket them.