Economists warn Trump’s research cuts could have dire consequences for GDP
President Trump has proposed slashing federal scientific funding. Economists say the long-term consequences could be dire.
Aid group closes soup kitchens across Gaza due to dwindling supplies
A U.S.-based aid group says that Israel’s ongoing blockade of humanitarian assistance for Gaza has forced the closure of its community soup kitchens.
Hollywood industry employees leaving jobs to become independent content creators
Writers, producers and other creatives are leaving their Hollywood jobs to become content creators. NPR's A Martinez speaks with Amy Suto, who quit Hollywood to create content independently.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as Trump’s tariffs spark uncertainty
Policymakers at the Federal Reserve voted on Wednesday to hold interest rates steady for now, while they wait to see how President Trump's trade war plays out in the U.S.…
Why Warren Buffett has so many fans outside of Wall Street
Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old billionaire investor known as the "Oracle of Omaha," is retiring as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO. What made him so powerful, and why does he have so many…
Nintendo promises stronger results with Switch 2 console going on sale in June
Japanese video-game maker Nintendo has reported a 43% decline in profit for the fiscal year through March, but promised a turnaround as its Switch console upgrade goes on sale in…
X restricts access to jailed Istanbul mayor’s account under court order but challenges decision
The X social media platform has blocked access to jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s X social media account in Turkey, complying with a Turkish court order.
Yes, New Zealand still has more sheep than people. But humans are catching up
New Zealand is still one of a few countries in the world where sheep outnumber people. But the human population is catching up, according to official figures.
It’s hard out there for a Fed chair
President Trump has flirted with firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell since returning to office, but can he legally do that? Not without good cause. Today on the show, the…
Bank of England cuts interest rates and welcomes word of US-UK trade deal
The Bank of England is cutting its main interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.25% amid concerns over the potential shock to global growth emanating from…