Ethane And The Plastics Boom
America's natural gas boom has also made it the world's biggest exporter of ethane. It's a building block for plastics, and U.S. gas is helping fuel the global plastics industry.
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McDonald's Is Sued Over 'Systemic Sexual Harassment' Of Female Workers
A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against McDonald's and one Michigan franchise, alleging a "culture of sexual harassment."
Trump Makes No Promises On China Trade Deal
President Trump says a mini trade agreement with China could happen "soon," but he offered no guarantees. In a speech to the Economic Club of New York, Trump downplayed the cost of his trade war.
How Some Online Lenders Dodge State Laws To Charge Triple Digit Interest Rates
Online lenders charging triple digit interest rates are dodging state laws banning such loans. The money is routed through banks that aren't regulated at the state level to get around the rules.
My Journey Into The World Of Men's Beauty
Makeup was once thought to be the exclusive realm of women, but more and more men are experimenting with cosmetics — and the industry is taking notice. A reporter gives it a try.
Supreme Court Allows Sandy Hook Families' Case Against Remington Arms To Proceed
The gun-maker had appealed to the highest federal court after the Connecticut Supreme Court allowed the lawsuit over the 2012 school massacre in Newtown, Conn., to go forward in March.
Charitable Giving Is Down. It Might Be Time To Reform The Charitable Deduction.
It's distortionary. It's regressive. And right now it only benefits a sliver of taxpayers and nonprofits. It's time to talk about the charitable deduction.
Brexit Among Reasons For Rising Real Estate Prices In France
Paris is becoming unaffordable as prices are pushed up partly by Brexit, as wealthy people and companies relocate from London.
#MeToo Hits High-End Wine Industry
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Bon Appetit wine editor Marissa Ross about sexual harassment in the high-end wine industry.
Farm Bankruptcies Surge
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Dale Moore, executive vice president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, about its recent report that shows farm bankruptcies are up 24% from last year.