More Cities Are Handing People Cash With No Strings Attached. Here's Why
Nearly two dozen American cities have signed on to pilot programs that offer basic incomes to low-income residents.
Economy
FCC Program Offers Discounts On Broadband Service, Computers
A new Federal Communications Commission program is offering consumers discounts on broadband connection and computers.
The Skinny Jean's Fall From Grace
Skinny jeans dominated the jeans market for nearly two decades. Now they make up about 33% of jeans sales. The Indicator from Planet Money investigates the possible demise of the skinny jean.
Consumer Prices Jump 4.2% In April, Biggest Increase Since Financial Crisis In 2008
Inflation accelerated in April. Companies have been forced into raising prices for everything from cars to cereals amid a shortage of critical materials like lumber.
No, You Are Not Imagining It. Prices For A Lot Of Things Did Jump In April
Prices for a range of goods from used cars to bacon surged last month, pushing consumer inflation to 4.2% in April, the highest since September 2008.
It Appears Inflation Is Making A Comeback
The latest data will likely show prices for everything from cereals to cars have risen as shortages of critical materials like lumber force companies to raise prices.
News Brief: Israeli-Palestinian Violence, Vote On Liz Cheney, Inflation Data
Violence between Israelis and Palestinians stoke fears of war. House Republicans will vote on whether to remove Liz Cheney from her leadership post. Economists monitor data for signs of inflation.
Company After Company Reporting Record Profits As U.S. Economy Reopens
Many companies have been racking up record sales and profits so far this year. Their earnings are shattering expectations.
Pennies From (Almost) Heaven: Get Paid To Move To West Virginia
A program called Ascend West Virginia hopes to draw remote workers to the Mountain State, even to the point of paying $12,000 to selected applicants.
Uber And Lyft Will Give Free Rides To COVID-19 Vaccination Spots, White House Says
Lyft will offer up to $15 for trips to or from a vaccination site. The deal covers daytime rides on bikes and scooters, as well as in cars.