Economy Update From NPR: 41% of adults in the U.S. have medical debt. Here are some ways to try to avoid it

41% of adults in the U.S. have medical debt. Here are some ways to try to avoid it High deductibles, copays and health care costs are fueling a massive debt crisis in the U.S. In our ongoing investigation into medical debt, we look at ways to stay out of the health care debt trap. Read…

Economy Update From NPR: What’s causing inflation? One expert walks through some of the factors

What’s causing inflation? One expert walks through some of the factors As many Americans continue to struggle financially because of inflation, we set out to clear the air on some common claims about what’s going on. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: The pain of rising mortgage rates when you’re waiting for your home to be built

The pain of rising mortgage rates when you’re waiting for your home to be built Many Americans put down deposits of $20,000 or more with builders to put up new homes. But with mortgage rates rising, some can no longer afford the homes. And they could lose their deposits. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: News brief: Jan. 6 hearing, NATO summit, recession fears lead to layoffs

News brief: Jan. 6 hearing, NATO summit, recession fears lead to layoffs A recap of the explosive testimony before the House Jan. 6 panel. Turkey agrees to support Norway and Sweden joining NATO. As fears of a recession build, companies are laying off workers. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: The strange underground economy of tree poaching

The strange underground economy of tree poaching A new book dives deep into the fascinating criminal world of tree theft and efforts to combat it. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Also hit by inflation? Your local taco truck

Also hit by inflation? Your local taco truck Higher prices for gasoline, meat and vegetables and even cooking oil have put pressure on food trucks as they struggle to balance menu prices with customers’ expectations of a low-cost meal. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Some cities cancel Fourth of July fireworks because of shortages and fire concerns

Some cities cancel Fourth of July fireworks because of shortages and fire concerns Some major fireworks displays are canceled again this year — some over wildfire concerns amid dry weather and others because of enduring pandemic-related staffing and supply chain issues. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: What’s causing inflation

What’s causing inflation NPR’s Ailsa Chang talks to Josh Bivens from the Economic Policy Institute about what’s really behind high prices and supply issues contributing to inflation. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: What’s happening with Russia’s 1st default on foreign debt in a century

What’s happening with Russia’s 1st default on foreign debt in a century The clock ran out on Russia’s payments. But there’s a twist: Russia does not consider itself in default because the country has the money, just its payments have been blocked by Western sanctions. Read more on NPR

Economy Update From NPR: Biden announced a $600 billion global infrastructure program to counter China’s clout

Biden announced a $600 billion global infrastructure program to counter China’s clout A decade after China’s global infrastructure program started, the U.S., G7 countries and private capital will invest in clean energy, technology and other projects in developing countries. Read more on NPR