Dancing On The Debt Ceiling
Tomorrow is the day the U.S. hits its debt limit. What happens if Congress doesn't raise the debt ceiling?
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Oregon Set To Pass The First Statewide Rent Control Bill
The measure would limit rent increases to 7 percent annually, plus inflation, and offer renters more protection from eviction. Supporters celebrate as critics fear it will diminish housing options.
Storing Health Records On Your Phone: Can Apple Live Up To Its Privacy Values?
As its iPhone sales growth slows, Apple has been expanding its presence in health care, where privacy matters. Apple's privacy values could give it an edge, if the company lives up to them.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Lifts Restrictions On Payday Loans
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced it will roll back Obama-era restrictions on payday loans, which can trap consumers in a debt cycle.
What North Korea's Economy Looks Like
NPR'S Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Travis Jeppesen, author of See you Again in Pyongyang about his article in The New York Times Magazine describing North Korea's economy.
More Debt, Less Problems
Americans have more consumer debt, and they're also in better financial health. How can that be?
Support Pours In For Walmart Workers With Disabilities After Company Announcement
News of Walmart's decision to get rid of door greeters continues to rock communities that advocate for workers with disabilities.
Lawmakers In Congress To Be Briefed On China Trade Talks
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer testifies on Capitol Hill Wednesday. Steve Inskeep previews the hearing with former China trade negotiator and business consultant Amy Celico.
'Not In Compliance': Wilbur Ross, The Trump Official Who Keeps Watchdogs Up At Night
In an extremely rare rebuke, a government ethics watchdog refused to certify Ross' recent financial disclosure. But he's still in office even as other Trump officials have resigned for ethical lapses.
TV Vs. Video Games: Who's Winning?
Both video games and television have radically improved in the past two decades. Have they also changed the way Americans spend their time?