Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Appeals Court Backs Key Part Of The Structure Of Consumer Watchdog Agency

Appeals Court Backs Key Part Of The Structure Of Consumer Watchdog Agency
The ruling is the latest development in the legal fight over the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau supporters say combats predatory lending and other abuses. Critics say the agency is too powerful.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Infrastructure Experts Wondering Where Funding Would Come From For Trump's Plan

Infrastructure Experts Wondering Where Funding Would Come From For Trump's Plan
President Trump's plan to invest billions into fixing the nation's crumbling infrastructure may burden state and local governments and lead to a greater reliance on tolls.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : With Focus On Unemployment, Yellen Led Fed Through Tough Balancing Act

With Focus On Unemployment, Yellen Led Fed Through Tough Balancing Act
As she leaves the Fed's top job, Janet Yellen gets high marks for the way she resisted calls to raise interest rates as the economy began recovering. Instead, she was determined to boost job growth.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : After Acquiring A Satellite, 'Planet Money' Had To Find The Fuel To Get It In Space

After Acquiring A Satellite, 'Planet Money' Had To Find The Fuel To Get It In Space
Once you get a satellite, you need to find a large tube filled with explosive fuel to take your satellite to space. Luckily, there is fierce competition among rocket makers to give you a lift. In the second of three-part series, Planet Money travels from California to New Zealand to see which rocket with blast their satellite to the stars.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Janet Yellen's Mystery Story

Janet Yellen's Mystery Story
It's Janet Yellen's last week running the Federal Reserve. A speech she gave last year illuminates an economic mystery — and the boldness she brought to the Fed.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fujifilm To Acquire Photocopying Pioneer Xerox In A $6.1 Billion Deal

Fujifilm To Acquire Photocopying Pioneer Xerox In A $6.1 Billion Deal
The deal signals the end of independence for a once-iconic U.S. company. Tokyo-based Fujifilm said it will cut 10,000 jobs as part of the restructuring of its 56-year-old joint venture with Xerox.

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Eric Litvin shares: Going to Mexico? Guillermo del Toro Has Some Recommendations by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

The director of “The Shape of Water” wants visitors to explore Guadalajara, his hometown. He also recommends Merida and a Baja beach called Barriles.

Published: January 30, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: The Woven Art of Laos by JANE PERLEZ


By JANE PERLEZ

For nearly three decades, the American master weaver Carol Cassidy has been working with Laotian silk weavers on the grounds of a grand old colonial mansion in Vientiane.

Published: January 30, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What Do Amazon, JPMorgan Chase And Berkshire Hathway Have Planned For Health Care?

What Do Amazon, JPMorgan Chase And Berkshire Hathway Have Planned For Health Care?
Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase announced a joint company that will use technology to lower health care costs. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Kevin Schulman of Duke University.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fact-Checking Trump's Claims On Jobs, Wages, Infrastructure

Fact-Checking Trump's Claims On Jobs, Wages, Infrastructure
We look at President Trump's claims about jobs and wages and his infrastructure proposal from his first State of the Union address.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : As Yellen Exits As Fed Chair, Interest Rates Are Expected To Remain Steady

As Yellen Exits As Fed Chair, Interest Rates Are Expected To Remain Steady
Federal Reserve chief Janet Yellen presides over her last policy meeting on Wednesday. After a two-day meeting the Fed is expected to announce at 2 p.m. ET where interest rates stand.

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Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump's State Of The Union Address, Annotated

Trump's State Of The Union Address, Annotated
President Trump is expected to make a bipartisan pitch in Tuesday night's address. Follow the speech live, with context and analysis from NPR journalists.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Texas Governor Asks Rangers To Investigate Karolyi Ranch For Sexual Abuse

Texas Governor Asks Rangers To Investigate Karolyi Ranch For Sexual Abuse
The Walker County Sheriff's Office has already been investigating the allegations by multiple athletes of molestation that happened when they were training at the ranch.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Teenagers Are Still Eating Tide Pods, But Don't Expect A Product Redesign

Teenagers Are Still Eating Tide Pods, But Don't Expect A Product Redesign
The pace of poisonings in the so-called Tide Pods Challenge continues to grow. The candy-like appearance of the packets draws easy criticism. Procter & Gamble says it's not planning a new design.

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Eric Litvin shares: They Told the Women in Bahia They Couldn’t Drum. Try Telling That to Banda Didá. by SHANNON SIMS


By SHANNON SIMS

Meet the all-female Brazilian drum group who are challenging gender norms.

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fraud Officials Are Investigating Sales That Caused Nutella Riots in France

Fraud Officials Are Investigating Sales That Caused Nutella Riots in France
Drastic discounts on Nutella caused fights to break out in France last week. Investigators are now trying to determine if the sales broke trade laws.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : How Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Berkshire Hathaway Could Reshape Health Care Industry

How Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Berkshire Hathaway Could Reshape Health Care Industry
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Steven Halper, managing director at Cantor Fitzgerald about Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase's announcement that they are creating a new health care company.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What Happened When 'Planet Money' Went On A Mission To Adopt A Spacecraft

What Happened When 'Planet Money' Went On A Mission To Adopt A Spacecraft
Getting to space is easier and cheaper than ever in a new age of tiny satellites one can hold in their hand. With that ease, NPR's Planet Money podcast wanted in, so in this first episode of three, they went on a mission to adopt a satellite. Along the way, they meet the man behind the revolution of tiny satellites and meet their new spacecraft.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Health Stocks Drop After Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Chase Announcement

Health Stocks Drop After Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Chase Announcement
Amazon, JPMorgan Chase and Berkshire Hathaway are launching an effort to make health care simpler and cheaper for their own workers. The announcement sent health company stock prices lower.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Weed GDP

Weed GDP
When Canada decided to legalize marijuana, James Tebrake decided to learn everything he could about Canada's marijuana economy.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amazon, JPMorgan Chase and Berkshire Hathaway Pursue The Health Care 'Unicorn'

Amazon, JPMorgan Chase and Berkshire Hathaway Pursue The Health Care 'Unicorn'
Details are scarce, but the companies said they want to help their employees get high-quality health care at a reasonable cost. Will this consortium have better luck than those that have preceded it?

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Learning To Love Sake: Japan Ramps Up Efforts To Entice Foreign Markets

Learning To Love Sake: Japan Ramps Up Efforts To Entice Foreign Markets
Faced with a shrinking market and workforce, Japanese sake brewers are relying more on exports for growth. So, the government and sake industry are investing in education to help demystify the drink.

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Eric Litvin shares: Jon Bon Jovi Loves France and Wine (and Now Has His Own Label) by SHIVANI VORA


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The singer and his son collaborated with a French winemaker on a rosé. Its name is a salute to the Hamptons, another favorite place. He’s a fan of the Caribbean too.

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: This Week’s Quiz: How Smart a Traveler Are You? by JUSTIN SABLICH


By JUSTIN SABLICH

How savvy a traveler are you? Here are a few questions, culled from recent articles in our Travel Tips collection, to test your travel smarts.

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Tackle Health Care Costs

Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Tackle Health Care Costs
Some of the biggest names in business are aligning to launch a new health care venture. Scott Hensley, editor of NPR's Shots health blog, has an overview.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Chase Launch New Health Care Company

Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway And JPMorgan Chase Launch New Health Care Company
The new company will be "free from profit-making incentives and constraints" as it tries to find ways to cut costs and improve health care satisfaction for employees

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : German Automakers Tested Emissions On Live Subjects

German Automakers Tested Emissions On Live Subjects
The automakers acknowledged they used a research institute whose tests exposed monkeys and people to toxic diesel fumes. This follows various emissions cheating scandals, most notably involving VW.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Will State Of The Union Speech Answer Where Trump's Trade Policies Stand?

Will State Of The Union Speech Answer Where Trump's Trade Policies Stand?
Business owners and workers will listen to the State of the Union for clues about the policy. Trump has suggested the U.S. might rejoin the Trans-Pacific Partnership and delay a NAFTA decision.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : White House Decides Not To Impose New Sanctions On Russia

White House Decides Not To Impose New Sanctions On Russia
The Trump administration has told Congress a law passed last year meant to punish Moscow for interfering in U.S. elections is having an effect, even without new sanctions.

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Eric Litvin shares: What It’s Like to Visit San Juan Now by PAOLA SINGER


By PAOLA SINGER

After Hurricane Maria, parts of the Puerto Rican capital are back in business, including many hotels and restaurants. Tourism is down but the scene can be lively.

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: Travel Tips From Comedians: Tom Segura by JUSTIN SABLICH


By JUSTIN SABLICH

Comedians know a thing or two about travel, since their job is to make people laugh in cities all across the world. Here are a few pointers from Tom Segura, whose new special “Disgraceful” is now streaming on Netflix.

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Eric Litvin shares: Meet the New Travel Agents (a.k.a. Travel Networks) by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

How do these networks stack up against each other, and what does it cost to take advantage of their perks?

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: How to Travel to (and Around) China, From VPNs to T.P. by LUCAS PETERSON


By LUCAS PETERSON

A handful of practical tips to help make sure your next trip to the world’s most populous country is smooth sailing from start to finish.

Published: January 29, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Blue And Red States Concerned About New Tax Law

Blue And Red States Concerned About New Tax Law
Contrary to expectations, the new federal tax law may bring a windfall to coastal, liberal Maryland and a budgetary hit to rural, conservative Montana.

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Monday, January 29, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : All The Rules, None Of The Voting Rights: EU Lays Out Plan For Brexit Transition

All The Rules, None Of The Voting Rights: EU Lays Out Plan For Brexit Transition
Instead of immediate U.K. independence in March 2019, European powers have agreed to a "transition period" until the end of 2020 — in which Britain would be bound by EU rules without an EU vote.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : German Carmakers Test Emissions On Humans And Monkeys

German Carmakers Test Emissions On Humans And Monkeys
Twenty-five "healthy young persons" were exposed to different concentrations of nitrogen dioxide for hours as part of a study for the car manufacturers. The gas can cause respiratory problems.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Why The Federal Workforce Moral Is At An All-Time Low

Why The Federal Workforce Moral Is At An All-Time Low
The federal work force morale is at an all-time low, according to some accounts. That might be because the number of workers is roughly the same as it was 30 years ago, while there are 100 million more people in the country.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : In California, Stockton Experiments With Guaranteed Basic Income

In California, Stockton Experiments With Guaranteed Basic Income
The city of Stockton, Calif., plans to give its poorest residents $500 a month, no strings attached. It's the first U.S. city to guarantee a basic income. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs about the plan.

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Eric Litvin shares: Jamaica Has Never Had Olympic Synchronized Swimmers. These Girls Want to Change That. by MALIN FEZEHAI


By MALIN FEZEHAI

Meet Ajoni, Katana, Joydayne, Laila, and Nyouka: the girl squad that makes up the Island Aquatics Synchro Club.

Published: January 28, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Black Car Fund

The Black Car Fund
There's lots of talk about the problems of the gig economy. On today's show, we talk about a solution.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Panera Bread Recalls Cream Cheese Across U.S. Over Listeria Fears

Panera Bread Recalls Cream Cheese Across U.S. Over Listeria Fears
Citing "an abundance of caution," the fast-casual chain announced Sunday it is recalling its cream cheese products after one variety tested positive for the bacteria.

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Eric Litvin shares: The Next Time You Order Room Service, It May Come by Robot by NORA WALSH


By NORA WALSH

Hotels around the country are introducing robots to handle repetitive tasks like room service deliveries, entertaining guests, and even giving directions.

Published: January 28, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: Jamaica Has Never Had Olympic Synchronized Swimmers. These Girls Want to Change That. by MALIN FEZEHAI


By MALIN FEZEHAI

Meet Ajoni, Katana, Joydayne, Laila, and Nyouka: the girl squad that makes up the Island Aquatics Synchro Club.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Federal Crackdown On States' Legal Marijuana Drives Private Investors Away

Federal Crackdown On States' Legal Marijuana Drives Private Investors Away
After U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions told prosecutors they are free to go after marijuana businesses, investors started getting worried. And that's having a ripple effect on the industry.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Future Of Benefits: A New York Program Might Provide A Model

The Future Of Benefits: A New York Program Might Provide A Model
The Black Car Fund provides workers' compensation and other benefits for 125,000 taxi, Lyft and other drivers. It may offer a template for establishing benefits for the growing freelance workforce.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Top 'LA Times' Editor Pushed Out Amid Newsroom Unrest

Top 'LA Times' Editor Pushed Out Amid Newsroom Unrest
In a major shakeup, Lewis D'Vorkin steps down as editor in chief of the newspaper. He will be replaced by veteran Chicago journalist Jim Kirk.

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Sunday, January 28, 2018

Eric Litvin shares: A Journey Into Iraqi Kurdistan by TIM NEVILLE


By TIM NEVILLE

Ancient fortresses, crisp mountain streams, curious people and healing cities: Travelers are discovering the Kurdish Region of Iraq, a place of great beauty, haunted by war.

Published: January 28, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Words You'll Hear: NAFTA Negotiations

Words You'll Hear: NAFTA Negotiations
Candidate Donald Trump promised to renegotiate NAFTA. Now, those talks are happening. Michel Martin talks with Chad Bown of the Peterson Institute for International Economics about Trump's proposals.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : IKEA Founder, Ingvar Kamprad, Dies At 91

IKEA Founder, Ingvar Kamprad, Dies At 91
The Swedish entrepreneur, whose company brought affordable, Scandinavian design to living rooms around the world, died Saturday in his home in Smaland, Sweden.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : U.S. Travel Industry Worries As International Visits Decline

U.S. Travel Industry Worries As International Visits Decline
Data suggest that the U.S. share of global travel has been declining since 2015. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to David DuBois, part of the recently launched Visit U.S. Coalition.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : 'There Isn't A Just Housing Choice': How We've Enabled The Pains Of Gentrification

'There Isn't A Just Housing Choice': How We've Enabled The Pains Of Gentrification
Decades of unjust policies have led to the devaluing of lower-income neighborhoods. But urban sociologist John Schlichtman says closing the gap between revaluing and devaluing can minimize inequities.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : As Trump Prepares For Big Speech, State Of The Economy Is Strong

As Trump Prepares For Big Speech, State Of The Economy Is Strong
The U.S. economy is humming as President Trump prepares to speak on the state of the union. The stock market is up, and unemployment is down. Some of these gains began before Trump took office.

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Saturday, January 27, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Montana Pushes Back On FCC Ruling To Enforce Net Neutrality

Montana Pushes Back On FCC Ruling To Enforce Net Neutrality
NPR's Michel Martin talks with Montana Gov. Steve Bullock, who signed an executive order requiring Internet service providers to follow net neutrality principles if they do business with the state.

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Eric Litvin shares: A Minneapolis Hotel With Northwoods Style (and Flavor) by ELAINE GLUSAC


By ELAINE GLUSAC

The Hewing Hotel has the spirit of the state, from the loons in the wallpaper to the cedar sauna on the roof.

Published: January 26, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Friday, January 26, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Alexander Wang Discusses Why He's Leaving NYFW And His New Business Model

Alexander Wang Discusses Why He's Leaving NYFW And His New Business Model
Fashion designer Alexander Wang recently announced the removal of his collection from New York Fashion Week starting this summer. He's not the first designer to make this departure; he shares plans for how he'll sell and show haute couture going forward.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : After The Vinyl Revival, The Vinyl-Playing Jukebox Is Back

After The Vinyl Revival, The Vinyl-Playing Jukebox Is Back
Retro turntables anticipated the resurgence of vinyl records. Now, jukeboxes that play vinyl are returning to the market for the first time in more than two decades.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : $400 Million Missing In Hack Of Japanese Digital Currency Exchange

$400 Million Missing In Hack Of Japanese Digital Currency Exchange
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck shut down trading Friday, after hackers stole hundreds of millions of dollars in digital currency. Financial regulators said they were looking into the loss.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amazon, IPOs, and the Queen of the Demonweb Pits

Amazon, IPOs, and the Queen of the Demonweb Pits
We play overrated/underrated with Glenn Kelman, CEO of Redfin. Topics include home ownership, taking a company public, and twin telepathy.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : As 2017 Wound Down, U.S. Growth Was Good, But Not As Strong As Expected

As 2017 Wound Down, U.S. Growth Was Good, But Not As Strong As Expected
The U.S. economy grew at a decent pace — 2.6 percent — in the fourth quarter. But most economists had been expecting better. This dashed hopes for three straight quarters of growth above 3 percent.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : In London, The American Food Aisle Is Filled With Nostalgia And Preservatives

In London, The American Food Aisle Is Filled With Nostalgia And Preservatives
To Americans abroad, comfort food so often looks like junk food. Shops in London are filled with items from Hershey's, Aunt Jemima and Betty Crocker. But Kellogg's Pop-Tarts seem to rule them all.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : After Revelations Of Gender Pay Gap At BBC, Four Male Hosts Agree To Salary Cut

After Revelations Of Gender Pay Gap At BBC, Four Male Hosts Agree To Salary Cut
The prominent male presenters agreed to pay cuts after the network's China editor, Carrie Gracie, abruptly resigned as head of the Beijing bureau, accusing the BBC of promulgating gender pay inequity.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump To Davos: 'America Is Open For Business'

Trump To Davos: 'America Is Open For Business'
President Trump is speaking at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. He is expected to encourage movers and shakers to invest in the U.S., touting his economic agenda of tax cuts and deregulation.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Walmart To Launch Online Grocery Delivery In Japan

Walmart To Launch Online Grocery Delivery In Japan
The U.S. retailing giant partners with Japan's biggest e-commerce company with the aim of advancing in a competitive international market. Walmart has also announced layoffs at its headquarters.

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Eric Litvin shares: Celebrating the Creativity of Cities by ELAINE GLUSAC


By ELAINE GLUSAC

Unesco’s Creative Cities Network initiative is going strong, with or without funding from the United States.

Published: January 25, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: What Rachel Bloom Can’t Travel Without by NELL McSHANE WULFHART


By NELL McSHANE WULFHART

The star of “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” loves loungewear, her portable humidifier and her dog Wiley.

Published: January 25, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: Sailing Into Today on a Boat From Our Past by KAREN SCHWARTZ


By KAREN SCHWARTZ

After my mother died, my father bought back the beloved boat they had sailed on together years before. A trip with him was full of memories and moonrises.

Published: January 25, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What's New At The Detroit Auto Show

What's New At The Detroit Auto Show
New cars on display at the Detroit auto show are full of fancy new technology. But it doesn't have anything to do with automation or self-driving.

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Thursday, January 25, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares: It Just Got Easier, and May Soon Be Cheaper, for Americans to Travel to Brazil by ERNESTO LONDOÑO


By ERNESTO LONDOÑO

Brazil is hoping to attract more tourists by allowing Americans, Canadians, Japanese and Australian citizens to obtain visas online. Here’s what to see when you get there.

Published: January 24, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Supplies Of Valuable Ginseng Root Dwindling

Supplies Of Valuable Ginseng Root Dwindling
Ginseng is a prized root in demand for it's wide use in traditional Chinese medicine. Some of the most valuable ginseng grows wild in Appalachia, but supplies are dwindling.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump Meets With British And Israeli Prime Ministers At World Economic Forum

Trump Meets With British And Israeli Prime Ministers At World Economic Forum
President Trump is attending the annual gathering of global business elite in Davos, Switzerland. He met with the British and Israeli prime ministers on Thursday ahead of a major speech on Friday.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : A Mafia Story With a Twist

A Mafia Story With a Twist
Today on the show: citrus, globalization, and the birth of the mafia.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : FDA Panel Gives Qualified Support To Claims For 'Safer' Smoking Device

FDA Panel Gives Qualified Support To Claims For 'Safer' Smoking Device
An advisory panel to the Food and Drug Administration recommends the agency accept Philip Morris' claims that its iQOS device, a cigarette alternative, reduces exposure to harmful chemicals.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amid Bitcoin Frenzy, SEC Warns Against Risky Cryptocurrency Products

Amid Bitcoin Frenzy, SEC Warns Against Risky Cryptocurrency Products
The Securities and Exchange Commission is worried about the rise of new ways to invest in digital currencies like bitcoin. Regulators warn of potential "fraud and manipulation" in proposed funds.

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Eric Litvin shares: A Beginner’s Travel Guide to Haiti, El Salvador and Africa by JUSTIN SABLICH


By JUSTIN SABLICH

With recent reported inflammatory comments, President Trump put the spotlight on places many Americans have never visited. Here are some travel recommendations on a few of those countries.

Published: January 24, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Arriving In Davos, Trump Meeting With World Leaders

Arriving In Davos, Trump Meeting With World Leaders
The president offered words of support to British Prime Minister Theresa May. On Friday, he's scheduled to speak to the World Economic Forum, the annual gathering of global business leaders.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Grumpy Cat Awarded $710,000 In Copyright Infringement Suit

Grumpy Cat Awarded $710,000 In Copyright Infringement Suit
A jury said that Grenade Beverages illegally used the social media star's likeness on a line of coffee grounds and T-shirts promoting its "Grumppuccino" brand iced coffee.

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Eric Litvin shares: 36 Hours in Calgary, Alberta by ELAINE GLUSAC


By ELAINE GLUSAC

A new generation of chefs is championing locally sourced menus, and a relaxation of liquor production laws has led to a boom in microbreweries.

Published: January 24, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: How to Have a Luxury Vacation in Norway for Less by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Norway is an affordable destination for budget travelers eager to score luxurious digs and once-in-a-lifetime experiences without breaking the bank.

Published: January 24, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : 'Don't Think A Robot Could Do This': Warehouse Workers Aren't Worried For Their Jobs

'Don't Think A Robot Could Do This': Warehouse Workers Aren't Worried For Their Jobs
A new NPR/Marist poll found that 94 percent of American workers think it's unlikely they would lose jobs to automation. At a New Jersey warehouse, many workers say they're confident in their future.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Spotify's Unusual IPO Model Will Test The Company's Strength

Spotify's Unusual IPO Model Will Test The Company's Strength
Spotify's IPO, slated for this spring, gives investment banks a smaller role in the company's trading. It's been seen as a sign of Spotify's strength, but there are many unanswered questions.

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Wednesday, January 24, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Bank Of America Ends Free Checking Option, A Bastion For Low-Income Customers

Bank Of America Ends Free Checking Option, A Bastion For Low-Income Customers
The bank is finishing a yearslong phaseout of eBanking, its last option for avoiding fees without keeping a monthly minimum. The move has drawn concerns it will hit low-income customers the hardest.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Episode 819: Tax Me If You Can

Episode 819: Tax Me If You Can
Douglas Bruce had a bold vision for Colorado.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Official Who Allowed Tree Cutting By Redskins Owner Named National Parks Director

Official Who Allowed Tree Cutting By Redskins Owner Named National Parks Director
Interior Department Sec. Ryan Zinke announced the promotion of Paul Daniel Smith, who was reprimanded in 2006 for inappropriately using his position on behalf of Dan Snyder, who wanted a better view.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Takata Expands Largest Automotive Recall In U.S. History With Additional 3.3 Million Airbags

Takata Expands Largest Automotive Recall In U.S. History With Additional 3.3 Million Airbags
Takata recalled an additional 3.3 million airbags this month, expanding what is already the largest automotive recall in U.S. history. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says additional airbags are scheduled to be recalled through 2020. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with David Friedman of Consumers Union about why this recall is taking so long.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : A Long-Term Bet Gone Bust

A Long-Term Bet Gone Bust
Long-term-care insurance seemed like the next big thing. Then insurance companies started losing billions of dollars. What went wrong?

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : In Davos, Merkel Warns Against 'Poison' Of Right-Wing Populism

In Davos, Merkel Warns Against 'Poison' Of Right-Wing Populism
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's speech at the World Economic Forum warned against isolationism and nationalism. She never mentioned President Trump by name but the speech was seen as a swipe at him.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : For One Family, Contract Work Means 'Feast Or Famine' As Income Varies

For One Family, Contract Work Means 'Feast Or Famine' As Income Varies
An NPR/Marist survey found that one in five workers is a contractor, not a steady payroll employee. For about half of them, income can vary greatly from month to month, making budgeting difficult.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : 50 Cent: 'I Forgot' Taking 700 Bitcoins For 2014 Album; Stake Is Now Worth Millions

50 Cent: 'I Forgot' Taking 700 Bitcoins For 2014 Album; Stake Is Now Worth Millions
50 Cent agreed to accept bitcoin from people buying his Animal Ambition album. The value of those sales has now skyrocketed: The rapper's holding is worth more than $7.5 million.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Under Trump Appointee, Consumer Protection Agency Seen Helping Payday Lenders

Under Trump Appointee, Consumer Protection Agency Seen Helping Payday Lenders
Former Rep. Mick Mulvaney accepted campaign money from payday lenders. Now he's in control of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the agency has delayed implementing payday lending rules.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Google's Space Race To The Moon Ends, And Nobody Wins Lunar X Prize

Google's Space Race To The Moon Ends, And Nobody Wins Lunar X Prize
When it was announced in 2007, the prize's organizers said they expected it to be claimed before the original deadline of Dec. 31, 2014. One team raised more than $90 million.

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Eric Litvin shares: Taking a Private Jet Could Be More Affordable Than You Think by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Flights from companies like JetSuite, Blade and JetSmarter can turn out to be reasonably priced, especially for groups. Here’s how it works.

Published: January 23, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: In Lake Placid, Olympic Sports and Spirit by BILL PENNINGTON


By BILL PENNINGTON

From skating to bobsledding, the Olympic village in the Adirondacks offers visitors a chance to participate in a variety of winter games. The food is good, too.

Published: January 23, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: In Affordable Nashville, Grain Bowls, Hot Chicken and Blistering Guitars by LUCAS PETERSON


By LUCAS PETERSON

There’s always the music, of course, from the Opry to hideaways like Santa’s Pub. The food is memorable, too, including Indian-Southern fusion.

Published: January 23, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma

Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma
The workers had been missing since Monday's fiery blast. Sixteen other workers escaped. Investigators are working to determine how the explosion occurred.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Senate Confirms Jerome Powell As New Federal Reserve Chair

Senate Confirms Jerome Powell As New Federal Reserve Chair
Powell, an uncontroversial pick of President Trump, is widely expected to follow the gradual interest rate increase policy of outgoing chief Janet Yellen.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Motel 6 Sued For Identifying Latino Guests For Immigration Agents

Motel 6 Sued For Identifying Latino Guests For Immigration Agents
The hotel chain already has been sued by the state of Washington for giving guests' personal information to ICE agents without a warrant.

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Tuesday, January 23, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Mystery Of Contract Work: Why So Many Guys?

The Mystery Of Contract Work: Why So Many Guys?
An NPR/Marist poll shows 65 percent of contract workers are men and 62 percent are under 45. Contract workers gain flexibility, but when business goes down, they're often the first to be fired.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Do You Work A Side Gig On Top Of Your Full-Time Job?

Do You Work A Side Gig On Top Of Your Full-Time Job?
NPR is interested in hearing from people who work side jobs on top of their full-time positions.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : British Regulators Reject Murdoch's Bid For Sky

British Regulators Reject Murdoch's Bid For Sky
In a setback for Rupert Murdoch family, British regulators said the planned $15 billion takeover of Sky was not in the public interest and would be blocked unless there is a way to prevent the tycoon from influencing the network's news output.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Google Selfies

Google Selfies
Today's Indicator: Your face. It's worth money. It's the next big thing. And, if you're like most of us, you're giving it away.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Facing Slumping Sales, Coke Hopes To Catch A Wave Of Fans With New Flavors

Facing Slumping Sales, Coke Hopes To Catch A Wave Of Fans With New Flavors
The beverage company hopes to entice young people and former soda drinkers with four new fruity versions of Diet Coke. The decline in sales reflects a shift toward bottled water and flavored seltzer.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Kimberly-Clark Announces Layoffs, Along With $3.3 Billion In Operating Profit

Kimberly-Clark Announces Layoffs, Along With $3.3 Billion In Operating Profit
Kimberly-Clark plans to cut up to 5,500 jobs — about 13 percent of its workforce — and get rid of 10 manufacturing plants, as its CEO cites "a challenging environment."

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Eric Litvin shares: In a Swiss Ski Town, Private Chalets Have Become the Place to Stay by JANE A. PETERSON


By JANE A. PETERSON

Wengen, a popular winter sports destination, has seen visitors turning toward attractively priced rental properties; hotels are working to stay competitive.

Published: January 22, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Tax Credit Aims To Boost Availability Of Paid Family Leave, But Will It Work?

Tax Credit Aims To Boost Availability Of Paid Family Leave, But Will It Work?
Many specialists in family leave policy say the tax credits included in the new federal law are too small to persuade most employers to offer such benefits.

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Eric Litvin shares: Our Favorite Photos of 2017 by Unknown Author


By Unknown Author

You can’t visit every destination. But our photographers often offer the next-best thing to being there.

Published: January 22, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Who's Trading Bitcoin? South Korea Wants To Know

Who's Trading Bitcoin? South Korea Wants To Know
Seoul announced that beginning next week, all trading in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether must be traceable. Authorities also say digital currency exchanges in South Korea will be taxed.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Rights Abuses Still 'Widespread' In Thailand's Fishing Industry, Report Says

Rights Abuses Still 'Widespread' In Thailand's Fishing Industry, Report Says
Migrant workers from Myanmar and Cambodia are often paid below the minimum wage, are not paid on time, and are held in debt, says a new Human Rights Watch report.

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Eric Litvin shares: Five Motorcycle Sidecar Tours With Views You’ll Never Get on a Bus by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Sightseeing tours in stylish motorcycle sidecars are catching on as a unique, fun and intimate way to explore cities around the globe. Here’s how to try one yourself.

Published: January 22, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : World's Most Influential People Gather For World Economic Forum

World's Most Influential People Gather For World Economic Forum
From Davos, Switzerland, Washington Post foreign affairs writer Ishaan Tharoor talks to Rachel Martin about what entrepreneurs, politicians, artists and thinkers are talking about this year.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Will Work For No Benefits: The Challenges Of Being In The New Contract Workforce

Will Work For No Benefits: The Challenges Of Being In The New Contract Workforce
A new NPR/Marist poll shows that more than half of contract workers don't get employee benefits. "We really don't have much of a social safety net, and that's terrifying," freelancer Matt Nelson says.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : 5 Workers Are Missing After An Explosion At Oklahoma Drilling Rig

5 Workers Are Missing After An Explosion At Oklahoma Drilling Rig
One worker was taken to a hospital and 16 others made it out of the area safely. The fire was put out Monday night but rescue workers can't search for the missing until the site cools down.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Puerto Rico's Governor Announces Plan To Privatize Island's Troubled Electric Utility

Puerto Rico's Governor Announces Plan To Privatize Island's Troubled Electric Utility
Gov. Ricardo Rosselló says it may take 18 months to sell off the beleaguered Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, or PREPA, which has failed to fully restore electricity months after Hurricane Maria.

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Monday, January 22, 2018

Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump Slaps Tariffs On Imported Solar Panels And Washing Machines

Trump Slaps Tariffs On Imported Solar Panels And Washing Machines
The move has met with both praise and criticism from the solar energy industry. Manufacturers lobbied for the tariffs, while solar installers warned that American jobs will be lost.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : New York Daily News Exec Investigated After Harassment Complaint

New York Daily News Exec Investigated After Harassment Complaint
Parent company Tronc opened the inquiry after a request for comment by NPR. Daily News Managing Editor Robert Moore is accused of pressuring women for attention and punishing those who object.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : No Carts, No Cashiers: Amazon Opens Brick-And-Mortar Convenience Store

No Carts, No Cashiers: Amazon Opens Brick-And-Mortar Convenience Store
Amazon opened its new brick-and-mortar convenience store to the public on Monday in Seattle. There are no carts or cashiers, and it's BYOB situation, meaning customers have to provide their own bags.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Tech Companies Working On Fixes For Fake News As Midterms Approach

Tech Companies Working On Fixes For Fake News As Midterms Approach
Fake news, hate speech and foreign interference are the notable examples of what went wrong online during the 2016 campaign. Facebook, Google and Twitter want to avoid a repeat in the 2018 midterms. They're working on fixes, but the solutions won't be easy.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : I Can't Believe It's Not Budget

I Can't Believe It's Not Budget
The government shutdown was a symptom of a bigger problem: Congress seems incapable of passing a proper budget.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Is The Partial Government Shutdown Painful? It Depends Who You Ask

Is The Partial Government Shutdown Painful? It Depends Who You Ask
The federal shutdown could affect millions of Americans, including hundreds of thousands of U.S. employees who will stop getting paid from the Defense Department to the Internal Revenue Service.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Amazon's Cashier-Less Seattle Grocery Opens To The Public

Amazon's Cashier-Less Seattle Grocery Opens To The Public
The store, which had been open only to Amazon employees for the past year, uses a smartphone app and a network of cameras to track a customer's purchases.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : A Close Up Look At Contract Workers

A Close Up Look At Contract Workers
An NPR-Marist poll sheds light on a fast-growing workforce sector: contract workers. One out of every five jobs is held by a contract worker. While many enjoy the flexibility, the jobs are unsteady.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Voices Of America's Contract Workers: It's 'Feast Or Famine'

Voices Of America's Contract Workers: It's 'Feast Or Famine'
One in five American workers identifies as a contract worker, according to a new NPR/Marist poll. The titles, salaries and locations vary, but the joys — and fears — are similar.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Rise Of The Contract Workers: Work Is Different Now

Rise Of The Contract Workers: Work Is Different Now
One in five workers is a contract worker, according to a new NPR/Marist poll. Within a decade, contractors and freelancers could make up half of the workforce, a shift with far-reaching implications.

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Sunday, January 21, 2018

Eric Litvin shares: Marfa Road Trip: Big Sky and Prada and Cowboys — Oh My! by HAYLEY KRISCHER


By HAYLEY KRISCHER

When you escape your life at 45, as in a Thelma and Louise-level escape, you go on a road trip. The writer and her best friends of 25 years picked Marfa, the artist hub in the middle of the West Texas desert, as their destination.

Published: January 21, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : For Federal Employees On Furlough During Shutdown, An Uncertain Future

For Federal Employees On Furlough During Shutdown, An Uncertain Future
When the government shut down, furloughed workers began preparing for an uncertain future. NPR's Michel Martin talks with Pam Gilbertz, a furloughed employee at the CDC, about her plans.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Economic Impact Of A Government Shutdown

The Economic Impact Of A Government Shutdown
The federal government has been in a partial shutdown for two days. NPR's Michel Martin talks to David Wessel of the Brookings Institution about the economic impact of shutdown.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : After A Year In Office, Trump Still Facing Constitutional Challenges Over Businesses

After A Year In Office, Trump Still Facing Constitutional Challenges Over Businesses
Over the past year, three lawsuits have alleged that President Trump is failing to obey the Constitution's anti-corruption clauses. One suit has been dismissed. Now another is about to get a hearing.

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Eric Litvin shares: In Tel Aviv, a Futuristic Hotel With a Past by DEBRA KAMIN


By DEBRA KAMIN

Poli House, a Bauhaus landmark, is a journey through geometry: a circular bar, a curving staircase, slanting shelves, oblong mirrors.

Published: January 20, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Saturday, January 20, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : How America Has Changed During Trump's First Year In Office, By The Numbers

How America Has Changed During Trump's First Year In Office, By The Numbers
The economy has improved, health insurance prices continued to climb and far fewer people have been stopped at the southwestern border. However, not all of it is Trump's doing.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump Has Revealed Assumptions About Handling Presidential Wealth, Businesses

Trump Has Revealed Assumptions About Handling Presidential Wealth, Businesses
Trump has continued to own a business empire while serving as president. That has revealed that expectations about handling presidential wealth, businesses and brands was about norms not laws.

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Eric Litvin shares: A Detroit Restaurant With Deep Local Roots by REBECCA FLINT MARX


By REBECCA FLINT MARX

The food at Lady of the House, in the Corktown neighborhood, could be described as seasonal-voluptuous.

Published: January 19, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: A Few Questions for Our 52 Places Traveler by Unknown Author


By Unknown Author

How does Jada Yuan, who beat out 13,000 other applicants for the job, feel about spending the year traveling the globe? “Elated and terrified.”

Published: January 19, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Friday, January 19, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Facebook Moves To Decide What Is Real News

Facebook Moves To Decide What Is Real News
It will combat fake news by pushing up news articles that come from "high quality" sources, and pushing down the others. It's asking users which news organizations they trust.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Jury Acquits Railroad Employees In Lac Megantic Fire Disaster

Jury Acquits Railroad Employees In Lac Megantic Fire Disaster
The Canadian panel found three men not guilty of criminal negligence in the derailment and explosion of a train carrying crude oil. The resulting firestorm killed 47 people.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : TheRise and Fall and Rise of Oil Prices

TheRise and Fall and Rise of Oil Prices
Last summer, the price of oil was $44 a barrel. This week, it briefly hit $70. What happened? And what does it mean for the future of oil prices?

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : U.S. Set To Decide In Trade Dispute Threatening Booming Solar Industry

U.S. Set To Decide In Trade Dispute Threatening Booming Solar Industry
President Trump is facing a Jan. 26 deadline to decide whether to impose tariffs on solar imports. While tariffs could help level the playing field for U.S. manfacturers, they could also raise prices.

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Eric Litvin shares: How to Make Sure You Travel with Medication Legally by TANYA MOHN


By TANYA MOHN

Traveling with medication — even prescription drugs — isn’t as simple as packing it. Here’s how to stay on the right side of the law, anywhere you go.

Published: January 18, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : A Peas Offering For The Dairy Aisle: Can This Milk Alternative Rival The Real Deal?

A Peas Offering For The Dairy Aisle: Can This Milk Alternative Rival The Real Deal?
Yellow-pea milk might sound odd, but the founders of Ripple Foods think their protein-rich dairy alternatives could give cow's milk a run for its money and open the door to more plant-based products.

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Eric Litvin shares: New Country Rankings Aim to Help Travelers Choose Safe Destinations by STEPHANIE ROSENBLOOM


By STEPHANIE ROSENBLOOM

The State Department has classified every country from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe on a scale of 1 to 4. What does that mean for you? A primer.

Published: January 18, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Thursday, January 18, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What's The Best Way To Help Refugees Land A Job?

What's The Best Way To Help Refugees Land A Job?
Stanford University's Immigration Policy Lab has created an algorithm to predict where a refugee has the best chance of finding employment.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Cryptocurrency Investors Worry, Wait After Bitcoin Price Drop

Cryptocurrency Investors Worry, Wait After Bitcoin Price Drop
There are hundreds of digital currencies worldwide. The price of the largest, best known one just plummeted by 50 percent. Now, investors are watching for a boom — or a bust.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : What's Really The Biggest Threat To The Coal Industry

What's Really The Biggest Threat To The Coal Industry
President Trump has talked about a war on coal. He also talks about job killing regulations on coal. He's right that the coal industry is in decline, but the biggest threat isn't regulation, it's the free market.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Beigies

The Beigies
Welcome to the Beigies, the only awards show honoring the best economic stories in the Fed's Beige Book.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Accusations of 'Frat House' Behavior Trail 'LA Times' Publisher's Career

Accusations of 'Frat House' Behavior Trail 'LA Times' Publisher's Career
Los Angeles Times CEO and publisher Ross Levinsohn has been a defendant in two sexual harassment lawsuits; female colleagues have repeatedly challenged his conduct in the workplace at various firms.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The World's Most Popular Liquor Becomes Scarce On Many Shelves

The World's Most Popular Liquor Becomes Scarce On Many Shelves
At 106 proof, China's famous Moutai baijiu liquor is getting hard to find, as bottles are being snatched up by speculators. Its brand parent recently became the world's most valuable distiller.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The World's Most Popular Liquor Becomes Scarce On Many Shelves

The World's Most Popular Liquor Becomes Scarce On Many Shelves
At 106 proof, China's famous Moutai baijiu liquor is getting hard to find, as bottles are being snatched up by speculators. Its brand parent recently became the world's most valuable distiller.

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Eric Litvin shares: Is Your ID Approved for Travel? These Are the Latest Rules by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

The Real ID Act requires that driver’s licenses meet standards set by the Department of Homeland Security by October 2020. Many states are already compliant and others have been given extensions.

Published: January 17, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Here Are The 20 Cities Still In The Running For Amazon's Second HQ

Here Are The 20 Cities Still In The Running For Amazon's Second HQ
Amazon says it reviewed 238 proposals in the U.S., Mexico and Canada. It says it will invest $5 billion in building the new headquarters, which could create up to 50,000 high-paying jobs.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : China Reports Its Fastest Economic Growth In 7 Years

China Reports Its Fastest Economic Growth In 7 Years
China's economy, the second-largest in the world, grew by 6.9 percent in 2017. It's the first time since 2010 that the speed of China's economic growth went up rather than edging down.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Apple Plans To Create 20,000 Jobs, And Build New Campus

Apple Plans To Create 20,000 Jobs, And Build New Campus
Apple says it's bringing billions of dollars back to the U.S. and using it to build a new campus and create 20,000 jobs. Analysts say the announcement is a mix of politics and economics.

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Eric Litvin shares: 36 Hours in Washington, D.C. by ROBERT DRAPER


By ROBERT DRAPER

No longer does the city dubbed “the swamp” by its Inhabitant-In-Chief have the starchy, insular appearance of a white male fiefdom. There’s a dynamism that, along with its fabled history, qualifies it as a great American city.

Published: January 17, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: On Top of Mount Etna, a Lesson in Lava (and Luck) by STEPHEN S. HALL


By STEPHEN S. HALL

A visit to the volcano during an eruption was unforgettable: Heat, flying slag and a fortunate escape.

Published: January 17, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Apple Says It Will Create 20,000 Jobs In The U.S.

Apple Says It Will Create 20,000 Jobs In The U.S.
Apple says that it's bringing billions of dollars back to the U.S. and using it to create a new campus and create 20,000 jobs. Analysts say the announcement is a mix of politics and economics.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : News Brief: HHS To Protect Religious Objectors, Trump's First Year Poll, Apple Jobs

News Brief: HHS To Protect Religious Objectors, Trump's First Year Poll, Apple Jobs
The Department of Health and Human Services is expected to announce the creation of a new division to protect health workers who object to procedures for religious reasons.

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Eric Litvin shares: Five Places to Go in Los Angeles by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Once a quiet and relatively unknown neighborhood, Highland Park is now seeing an influx of younger residents. Cool bars, restaurants and shops have followed.

Published: January 17, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Wednesday, January 17, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : U.K. Lawmakers Want To Battle Waste With A 'Latte Levy' On Disposable Cups

U.K. Lawmakers Want To Battle Waste With A 'Latte Levy' On Disposable Cups
The British Parliament is considering a 34-cent tax on to-go cups to encourage diners to bring their own reusable containers. The goal is to replicate the success of Britain's tax on plastic bags.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Apple Says It Will Create 20,000 Jobs With New Campus

Apple Says It Will Create 20,000 Jobs With New Campus
Apple says it will build a new campus and create 20,000 new jobs as part of a sweeping investment plan for the U.S.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Saudi Arabia After Oil: An IPO, Tech Jobs, and Yanni

Saudi Arabia After Oil: An IPO, Tech Jobs, and Yanni
The young crown prince is trying to figure out how to save his country before the money runs out.

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Eric Litvin shares: Want to Relax in a Nice Hotel for 15 Minutes? An App Can Make That Happen by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Recharge lets you rent a room by the minute at luxury properties. We put it to the test.

Published: January 16, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: Savannah, a City With Charms Both Historical and Culinary by LUCAS PETERSON


By LUCAS PETERSON

There is no shortage of history, sultry beauty and architectural delights. And a visit needn’t cost you much.

Published: January 16, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Like Florida, Maryland Wants To Be Exempt From Offshore Drilling

Like Florida, Maryland Wants To Be Exempt From Offshore Drilling
Now that the Trump administration has excluded Florida from its offshore drilling proposal, other places want the same. They're making their case as the public comment period gets underway.

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Eric Litvin shares: In Dubai, Flying With the Falcons by JOSHUA HAMMER


By JOSHUA HAMMER

Away from the skyscraper-dominated megalopolis of urban Dubai, an outing aboard a hot-air balloon offers participants a bird’s-eye view of a falcon’s realm.

Published: January 16, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: How to Plan a Last Minute Trip to the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang by ANN BABE


By ANN BABE

It’s not too late to plan a trip to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. Here’s how to score a cheap flight, find a place to stay, and catch the games.

Published: January 16, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: Your PyeongChang 2018 Travel Guide by SHIVANI VORA and JUSTIN SABLICH


By SHIVANI VORA and JUSTIN SABLICH

The 2018 Winter Olympics start on Feb. 9 in Gangwon Province, a resort region in the Taebak Mountains northeast of Seoul. Here’s what to see and how to see it.

Published: January 16, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Tuesday, January 16, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Turning Soybeans Into Diesel Fuel Is Costing Us Billions

Turning Soybeans Into Diesel Fuel Is Costing Us Billions
The law that requires America to turn some of its soybeans into diesel fuel for trucks has created a new industry. But it's costing American consumers about $5 billion each year.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : How The Convenience Economy Has Led To Clutter In Urban China

How The Convenience Economy Has Led To Clutter In Urban China
The advent of shared bikes and food delivery service apps have led to an unprecedented amount of clutter on the sidewalks of China's largest city. Where pedestrians once walked freely, they now have to compete with speeding electric scooters belonging to armies of food delivery men along limited sidewalk space due to heaps of shared bicycles strewn about.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : BlackRock CEO Says Companies Need To Do More Than Deliver Profits

BlackRock CEO Says Companies Need To Do More Than Deliver Profits
Laurence Fink, CEO of the investment firm BlackRock, is telling other CEOs they need to do more than just deliver profits. In a letter published by The New York Times, Fink says companies must show how they are making positive contributions to society.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Toyota Announces Makeover Of Its Flagship Car

Toyota Announces Makeover Of Its Flagship Car
Toyota is investing in a major makeover of its Avalon sedan. It's an interesting choice because Americans are bypassing sedans in favor of SUVs. And while the Avalon is reliable, its styling is considered stodgy, at best.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Case For Earmarks

The Case For Earmarks
Congressional earmarks have a bad reputation. But, our guest argues, they're just what America needs.

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Eric Litvin shares: What Obama’s Photographer Learned About Travel by SHIVANI VORA


By SHIVANI VORA

Pete Souza traveled to more than 60 countries as the official White House photographer. He has some great memories — and tips for taking terrific pictures.

Published: January 15, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: What to See and Do in Spain by LUISITA LOPEZ TORREGROSA


By LUISITA LOPEZ TORREGROSA

A guide to restaurants, hotels and sites in Barcelona, Seville, Granada and Malaga.

Published: January 15, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares: In Spain, Searching for Ancestors, Dry Wine and Calm Seas by LUISITA LOPEZ TORREGROSA


By LUISITA LOPEZ TORREGROSA

For years I had wanted to visit my family’s homeland. There at last, I found a memorable tapas bar, soulful culture and a town with my name.

Published: January 15, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Monday, January 15, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : LinkedIn Co-Founder On What Resolutions Silicon Valley Should Make For 2018

LinkedIn Co-Founder On What Resolutions Silicon Valley Should Make For 2018
Between sexual harassment scandals, fake ads and stronger calls for regulation, Big Tech had a rocky year in 2017. LinkedIn Co-founder and venture capitalist Reid Hoffman talks with NPR's Kelly McEvers about resolutions Silicon Valley should make in 2018.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Wave Of Capitalist Optimism Sweeps Across Paris

Wave Of Capitalist Optimism Sweeps Across Paris
The French president hopes his changes to labor laws and other initiatives will change the anti-business climate. Paris has launched a business hub for startups.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Jakarta Stock Exchange Tower Evacuated After Floor Collapses

Jakarta Stock Exchange Tower Evacuated After Floor Collapses
A mezzanine floor inside the Jakarta Stock Exchange tower collapsed on Monday, according to Indonesian authorities. A police spokesman says nearly 80 people were injured. Terrorism has been ruled out.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Wave Of Capitalist Optimism Sweeps Across France

Wave Of Capitalist Optimism Sweeps Across France
The French president hopes his changes to labor laws and other initiatives will change the anti-business climate. Paris has launched a business hub for start-ups.

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Eric Litvin shares: Five Luxurious Winter Getaways that Offer More than Downhill Skiing by SARAH AMANDOLARE


By SARAH AMANDOLARE

Whether you love to ski or not, these hotels and resorts offer plenty of activities to help you enjoy the season in comfort and style.

Published: January 14, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : For 1 Attorney, A Lonely Legal Fight To Make Trump Comply With Rules

For 1 Attorney, A Lonely Legal Fight To Make Trump Comply With Rules
Attorney Jeffrey Lovitky took it upon himself last year to sue Trump. "It is intimidating," he says. Still, he's suing again, saying he has a duty to push for compliance with various ethics rules.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : After A Year In Office, Questions About Trump's Foreign Deals Go On. And On

After A Year In Office, Questions About Trump's Foreign Deals Go On. And On
When preparing to take the oath of office, President Trump promised to make no new foreign business deals. But a year later, ethics experts say the problems have not been solved in any meaningful way.

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Saturday, January 13, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : How Trump's Corporate Tax Cut Is Playing Out For Wal-Mart

How Trump's Corporate Tax Cut Is Playing Out For Wal-Mart
Companies like Wal-Mart say tax cuts are making it possible for them to boost wages. But other economic factors could also be contributing to pay increases.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Shopify And Your Instagram Feed

Shopify And Your Instagram Feed
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Alexis Madrigal of The Atlantic about how e-commerce tools are making it easier for entrepreneurs to make money without ever touching the products they advertise.

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Eric Litvin shares: A Berlin Restaurant That Cooks Without Compromise by GISELA WILLIAMS


By GISELA WILLIAMS

Mrs Robinson’s manages to match the German capital’s cheeky, creative spirit in its vibe and food.

Published: January 12, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Friday, January 12, 2018

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fitness Superstar Shaun T: Keys To Workout Motivation Include Fun — And Selfishness

Fitness Superstar Shaun T: Keys To Workout Motivation Include Fun — And Selfishness
After a rough childhood and later dealing with his own weight problem, Shaun T eventually found success as a workout video guru. He says it's important to have fun and focus on yourself for a change.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : GM Says Car With No Steering Wheel Or Pedals Ready For Streets In 2019

GM Says Car With No Steering Wheel Or Pedals Ready For Streets In 2019
The car company said Friday that it has filed a petition with the Department of Transportation to deploy its fourth-generation Cruise AV. GM says the vehicle has no manual controls.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : New Rules May Make Getting And Staying On Medicaid More Difficult

New Rules May Make Getting And Staying On Medicaid More Difficult
Indiana is one of the states poised to get permission to require Medicaid recipients to work. Advocates say work requirements may be good politics but they're bad policy.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Wal-Mart Closes 63 Sam's Club Stores, Leaving 11,000 Employees Without Work

Wal-Mart Closes 63 Sam's Club Stores, Leaving 11,000 Employees Without Work
Without notice 63 Sam's Club stores closed Thursday, leaving up to 11,000 employees without work. Sam's Club is owned by Wal-Mart, which announced yesterday a raise in employee wages. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Business Insider reporter Hayley Peterson, who broke the Sam's Club closure story yesterday.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Trump's Budget Proposal Inducing Anxiety For Idaho's Timber Industry

Trump's Budget Proposal Inducing Anxiety For Idaho's Timber Industry
President Trump kicked off the new year by renewing promises to be a champion for rural America. But his budget proposal to cut rural economic development grants and loans and other programs is causing anxiety in at least one remote corner of Idaho's timber country that's been struggling to diversify its economy.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : The Recession Predictor

The Recession Predictor
There's a warning sign for the economy with an amazing track record. It's not flashing now, but it's close enough to make us nervous.

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Eric Litvin shares: How Do We Cover Subculture? Here’s How by JOANNA NIKAS


By JOANNA NIKAS

Meet Malin Fezehai, who had the first iPhone picture to ever get a World Press Photo Award; Walter Thompson-Hernández, who created the very popular “Blaxicans of L.A.” Instagram account and Stephen Hiltner, who reported a story from his motorcycle.

Published: January 11, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Fearing Deportation, Food Vendors Are Leaving New York City's Streets

Fearing Deportation, Food Vendors Are Leaving New York City's Streets
Many of the city's street vendors are undocumented immigrants. Some vendors say they've lost a significant portion of their income – and customers – in the wake of stepped-up immigration enforcement.

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Eric Litvin shares the latest NPR Business News : Tesla Faces Complaints Over Harassment And Racial Tensions

Tesla Faces Complaints Over Harassment And Racial Tensions
Tesla has created a cutting-edge image with its bold approach to building electric cars. But it has faced criticism over how it handles complaints about workplace harassment and discrimination.

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Eric Litvin shares: 36 Hours in Kigali, Rwanda by DEBRA KAMIN


By DEBRA KAMIN

More than 20 years after the horrific genocide in Rwanda, Kigali is emerging as a proud city, known for its great coffee and dining, progressive start-ups and energetic art scene.

Published: January 11, 2018 at 07:00PM

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