They Lost Sons To Drug Overdoses: How The Pandemic May Be Fueling Deaths Of Despair
As drug overdose deaths rise during the pandemic, a former White House economist says social isolation could be partly to blame.
Economy
Is Your 401(k) Colluding To Make Cereal More Expensive?
A new study investigates whether common ownership of cereal makers by institutional investors is leading them to become a kind of stealth monopoly.
Janet Yellen Confirmed By Senate, Making History As First Female Treasury Secretary
Janet Yellen was confirmed by the Senate to serve as Treasury secretary. She'll be the first woman to hold that post and will lead the Biden administration's efforts to address the pandemic recession.
Biden Aims To Close Loopholes In Federal 'Buy American' Provisions
The measure is part of President Biden's promised push to boost U.S. manufacturing and continues his efforts to sign a slew of executive actions during his first days in office.
Biden Administration Will 'Speed Up' Efforts To Put Harriet Tubman On $20 Bill
Press secretary Jen Psaki said it's important that "our money ... reflect the history and diversity of our country." The effort to redesign the $20 bill foundered during the Trump administration.
Some Seniors Face Shrinking Nest Eggs As They Care For Loved Ones During Pandemic
Many senior citizens entered their golden years with more debt than previous generations, and now they're struggling financially as they try to provide care for an ailing relative during the pandemic.
The Economy Aboard The International Space Station
For astronauts living at the International Space Station, money is practically useless. There's nowhere to spend it. Instead astronauts developed a functioning barter economy.
How Biden's Pandemic Plan Could Affect The Economy
President Biden has outlined an aggressive plan to gain control over the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to weigh heavily on the U.S. economy.
News Brief: Vaccine Rollout, State Of The Economy, Biden's Education Plan
The U.S.' coronavirus vaccine rollout continues to be difficult. A look at the state of the economy as Biden begins his presidency. And, Biden wants to open schools as soon as possible.
Unemployment Claims Stay Stubbornly High As Biden Takes Office
New claims for state unemployment benefits dipped last week but remained high, showcasing the economic challenges facing President Biden.