U.S. Economy Could Be Poised For Stronger Growth
From retail sales to manufacturing and housing, several key indicators are picking up. An accelerating economy would be a big deal in this election year.
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When It Comes To Economic Election Prediction Models, It's A Mixed Bag
Under a Moody's model, Hillary Clinton beats Donald Trump. The oldest model picks the GOP nominee to win, though it may be proved wrong, its creator says, because Trump is so outside the mainstream.
This Is Your Brain On Uber
This week we feature Keith Chen, a behavioral economist at UCLA and the head of economic research at Uber. Keith explains why surge pricing makes us nuts and discusses our weird economic choices.
In The Midst Of Libya's Turmoil, New Cafes Spring Up To 'Change The Mood'
Logically, it's not the right time to open up shop in Tripoli. But entrepreneurs aren't only investing in their businesses, they're buying into a new way of life.
South Carolina Farmers Struggle After Back-To-Back Seasons Of Bad Weather
Agriculture always has its ups and downs, good years and bad. In South Carolina, it's been particularly difficult recently and made worse by massive flooding last year.
Crowdfunding For Small Businesses Gets Kick-Start
Small companies now can raise up to $1 million from ordinary investors through what are called "crowdfunding portals."
Adult Beverage: Fermented Whey
Liquor makers are turning to cow's milk to make spirits — specifically whey, the byproduct of cheese. Whey is highly fermentable. Distillers call the trend, "grass to glass."
Which TV Shows Will Be Back Next Year?
It's that time of year when TV networks decide which shows to cancel and which to renew for the 2016-2017 season. NPR TV critic Eric Deggans gives an update on the new and canceled shows.
Assessing Social Media's Growing Clout In The News Landscape
NPR Media Correspondent David Folkenflik, Wired's Issie Lapowsky and Ethan Zuckerman of MIT discuss allegations of bias against Facebook and social media's role in the news business.
An All-Volunteer Squad Of Farmers Is Turning Florida Lawns Into Food
Perfectly manicured lawns are a bit of an obsession in Florida. But one Florida man is working on a project that's turning his neighbors' lawns into working farms.