Janet Yellen Says U.S. Could Run Out Of Cash To Pay Its Bills In Less Than 3 Weeks
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned lawmakers the government could run out of money by Oct. 18 unless Congress raises the debt ceiling.
Economy
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo Calls For The U.S. To Counter China's Economic Power
The Chinese government is blocking its airlines from buying Boeing airplanes, Raimondo said. She criticized Beijing for its trade barriers and is pushing for more investment in U.S. manufacturing.
5 Lessons Evergrande Taught Us About The Chinese Economy
Here's what a troubled property developer tells us about the Chinese economy.
A Conundrum Years In The Making, China Is Struggling To Find Workers For Factories
For decades, China exported better and cheaper stuff. But now China is experiencing a factory worker crunch that could lead to higher prices on exports. It's been a long time coming.
A High-Stakes Political Game Of Chicken Is Playing Out In Washington This Week
Senate Republicans are expected to block a vote to extend government funding and the raise the federal debt ceiling, increasing the odds of a government shutdown and a debt default in mid-October.
The Cost Of Forced Psychiatric Care Like Britney Spears Got Can Be Ruinous
The pop star was forced into psychiatric care — and compelled to pay for it. That could happen to anyone during an episode of serious mental illness, adding a financial threat to the health woes.
Retail Jobs Are Treated As A Temporary Bridge To Something Better. But Why?
At any moment, some 15 million Americans work in retail. Many stay for years. Now companies face a labor crunch, and workers wish these jobs were designed as durable careers.
A Crypto-Trading Hamster Performs Better Than Warren Buffett And The S&P 500
A hamster named Mr. Goxx enters one of two tunnels in the his cage, which determines whether he will buy or sell. As of Friday, his portfolio is up nearly 20%, according to his Twitter account.
Global Natural Gas Prices Are Soaring
Natural gas prices are at seven-year highs in the U.S. and record highs in Europe and Asia with cold winter weather yet to arrive.
The Battle Over Biden's Infrastructure Bill Continues
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Rep. Josh Gottheimer D-N.J., about why he wants the vote for the infrastructure bill to take place on Monday even as his own party stands divided on several provisions.