When will the U.S. run out of money to pay its bills? Moody's Analytics say Aug. 18
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Cris deRitis, deputy chief economist at Moody's Analytics, about the impact of a potential U.S. debt default.
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Southern California startup bets on 3D printing to drive down rocket-building costs
A 3D-printed rocket is set to take its maiden flight Wednesday. If successful, it would be the first to reach orbit. The company behind it hopes to cash in on a booming satellite industry.
Moderna's COVID vaccine gambit: Hike the price, offer free doses for uninsured
Once U.S. stockpiles of COVID-19 vaccine run out, Moderna says it might charge as much as $130 per dose, but give people who lack health insurance a break. Critics say that's not enough help.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns inflation fight will be long and bumpy
Speaking before the Senate Banking Committee, Powell warned the central bank may have to raise interest rates even more, sending stock markets sharply lower.
DOJ sues to block JetBlue-Spirit merger, saying it will curb competition
The Biden administration sued on Tuesday to block the $3.8 billion purchase, saying the deal would reduce competition and drive up air fares for consumers.
California will cut ties with Walgreens over the company's plan to drop abortion pills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that the state would halt business with Walgreens after the pharmacy giant agreed to stop distributing mifepristone in some red states amid legal pressure.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is telling stores to have customers remove their face masks
"We are putting out a clear call to all of our shops: Do not allow people to enter the store without taking off their face mask," the mayor said. A flurry of questions ensued.
How Barnes & Noble turned a page, expanding for the first time in years
After years on the brink, the bookseller is going for a plot twist: Sales are growing and the chain plans to open some 30 new stores. Here's what's changed.
China is restructuring key government agencies to outcompete rivals in tech
China is proposing to overhaul its science, technology and finance regulators as part of a stiff competition with rivals while also tamping down risk at home.
Lina Khan is taking swings at Big Tech as FTC chair, and changing how it does business
Khan hasn't won every round, but she may still be winning the match. Silicon Valley appears to be changing to head off threats from the newly assertive commission.