Tapping Into Minnesota’s Craft Beer Boom
You can find cake-, lavender- and dill pickle-flavored beers in the North Star State.
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Like The Empire Itself, The British Pound Is Not What It Used To Be
The pound was long the symbol of Britain's economic might. The chaos surrounding Brexit, the country's 2016 decision to leave the European Union, has sent the currency falling sharply.
Lord & Taylor Sold To Online Clothing Rental Startup For $100 Million
Lord & Taylor, considered to be the oldest U.S. department store, is being sold to an online clothing-rental startup called Le Tote for $100 million.
Several Big Drug Companies Considering Massive Settlements To Resolve Opioid Suits
Purdue Pharma, Johnson & Johnson and other health care giants are discussing potential deals with authorities that could resolve thousands of lawsuits they're facing over the U.S. opioid epidemic.
Cummins CEO Discusses How U.S.-China Trade War Is Affecting The Engine Manufacturer
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Tom Linebarger, CEO of American engine-maker Cummins, about the cumulative impacts of the ever-escalating U.S.-China trade war.
Costco Opens In Shanghai, Shuts Early Owing To Massive Crowds
Costco said it is now limiting the number of customers in its warehouse to 2,000. Local police were helping to manage the crowds, and photos from the store showed long lines.
American Farmers Are Paying A Price For Trump’s Tariffs
Could this dispute hasten the end of the family farm?
Purdue Pharma Is In Talks To Settle Multiple Opioid Lawsuits
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, faces billions of dollars in potential liability for its role in the nation's opioid crisis.
North Carolina To File Suit Against Firms That Sell Vaping Products
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein about his lawsuit against eight e-cigarette and vape manufacturers.
New Generation Of Mortuary Students Represent Industry Changes
First-generation mortuary students represent a major change in an industry long dominated by local family businesses. Those students also face their own set of challenges.