Trump Administration Eyes Capital Gains Tax Cut
The Trump administration is weighing a cut in the capital gains tax. It would save wealthy Americans up to $20 billion a year, but add to the federal government's red ink.
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What's In Your Paycheck?
The pace of wage growth is one of the best indicators of economic health. But it can be measured with different methods. Each method tells a slightly different story about how the economy is doing.
Uber Parks Its Self-Driving Truck Project, Saying It Will Push For Autonomous Cars
The move comes after Uber has spent roughly $925 million in recent years to jump-start its effort to create a viable line of self-driving freight trucks.
San Francisco Is Poised To Ban Plastic Straws. That's Got Bubble Tea Shops Worried
Over 200 city shops sell the drink, also known as boba tea, which features large tapioca balls meant to be sucked through a straw. Boba shops say paper straws are much pricier and don't work as well.
Putin Vs. Russia's Economy
Russia has had a huge presence in the news lately. But its economy... not so huge. It's smaller than the economy of Texas. Today on the show, we look at what's been holding it back.
As Ban On Plastic Straws Spreads, Demand For Paper Alternatives Increases
Orders for paper straws are skyrocketing as bans for the plastic ones multiply. David Rhodes of Aardvark Straws tells NPR's Ailsa Chang his paper straw business is booming.
Some Amazon Reviews Are Too Good To Be Believed. They're Paid For
In shadow marketplaces, positive reviews for Amazon products are bought and sold. The company says it's cracking down and that it estimates that less than 1 percent of reviews are fake.
CBS Board Of Directors To Meet Amid Allegations Against Moonves
CBS officials meet Monday and will likely decide how to move forward following accusations against Chairman and CEO Les Moonves. The New Yorker published accusations of sexual misconduct against him.
Les Moonves Accuser: 'It's About Stopping This Behavior'
Six women are accusing the chairman and CEO of CBS Corp. of sexual harassment, including Emmy-winning writer Dinah Kirgo. The allegations were published in a report in The New Yorker.
The Myth Of The Self-Made Millennial
A couple news stories about millennials and money have gone viral in recent weeks. NPR's Michel Martin talks with Jia Tolentino of The New Yorker about "millennial financial resentment."