Understanding The Productivity Paradox
Economists are worried about a crucial measure of innovation in the economy. That measure is productivity growth. It was surging for decades, but it's been slowing down.
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Crude Oil Begins To Flow Through Controversial Dakota Access Pipeline
"Just because the oil is flowing now doesn't mean that it can't be stopped," said Standing Rock Sioux Chairman Dave Archambault II. Tribes and environmental groups have fought against the pipeline.
Trump Announces U.S. Withdrawal From Paris Climate Accord
President Trump followed through on his campaign trail vow to exit the historic international agreement. But he said the U.S. would begin negotiations to possibly re-enter the pact or a similar deal.
Mars Incorporated Criticizes Trump's Decision To Leave Paris Climate Accord
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Andy Pharoah, vice president for corporate affairs at Mars Incorporated, about why the company is such an avid backer of the Paris Climate Agreement.
Montana Town Exemplifies Coal Country's Uncertain Future
The Trump administration has declared an end to the "war on coal," but Colstrip, Mont., is still feeling besieged. The town is a good example of how complicated the future is for coal country.
Maduro Opponents Denounce Goldman Sachs' Purchase Of Venezuelan Bonds
Opponents of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro are accusing Goldman Sachs of propping up the Maduro government with its recent purchase of Venezuelan bonds. Goldman bought the bonds at a steep discount and stands to make a lot of money if the country stabilizes. But it's not clear the money Venezuela received will ease food and medicine shortages.
In $43 Million Settlement, Spotify Forced To Confront A Persistent Problem
The streaming service settled a class action lawsuit filed by songwriters who accused Spotify of using their work without a license.
Will Trump Pull Out Of The Climate Deal? He Promised His Base He Would
An announcement will be made Thursday afternoon. White House sources have said he will pull out of the deal — joining Nicaragua and Syria as the world's only countries not involved.
A Venture Capitalist On The Paris Climate Deal
Rachel Martin talks with Alan Salzman, the CEO and co-founder of VantagePoint Capital Partners, about President Trump and the Paris climate agreement. Salzman's firm has invested in renewable energy.
How New Roots Are Driving An Apple Renaissance
The apple renaissance of recent years has given us new varieties of fruit. But that's only half of the story, and half of the tree. Another revolution is happening below ground, in the tree roots.