Why A Blockbuster Of A Trade Deal With Asia Matters
Congress is giving President Obama new powers to help seal the deal on an ambitious Asia-Pacific free trade agreement, a move that angers many Democrats and unions.
Economy
Greece's Economy Remains Embroiled In Turmoil
David Greene talks to David Wessel about whether Greece will receive more loans in exchange for promises to overhaul its economy. Wessel is director of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution
Bloomberg Terminals Go Dark For Hours, Sending Ripples Through Markets
The financial "screens" went dark for several hours during trading in London and Asia causing, among other disruptions, a delay in a British government debt issue.
When The World Bank Does More Harm Than Good
Large projects funded by the bank have left millions of poor people worse off, an investigation found. The bank says the vast majority of its projects don't fall into this category.
New Asian Development Bank Seen As Sign Of China's Growing Influence
China says 57 countries have signed on as members of the new Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, but the U.S. is not among them. Some analysts say the bank is a sign of diminished U.S. power.
HondaJet Promises Growth For Emerging Aviation Industry
Charlotte has banking. Raleigh has state government, but for generations, the Triad has distinguished itself as the place where people make things. Honda Aircraft Company will deliver its long awaited corporate jet to its first client this year. And in doing so, it signifies a new emerging industry in the Triad.
High Point Market Weathers Las Vegas Threat
The semi-annual High Point Furniture Market returns Saturday. This year marks a decade since High Point's market first faced competition from another market in Las Vegas.
U.S. Predicted To Be Net Energy Exporter In Next Decade; First Time Since 1950s
Citing a boom in natural gas and shifts in demand, the Energy Information Administration says the U.S. could stop being a net energy importer "sometime between 2020 and 2030."
Big Bills A Hidden Side Effect Of Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatment is increasingly expensive, even for patients who have insurance. Some doctors advocate discussing the costs of cancer treatment as they would hair loss, pain or other side effects.
Is That Corporate Wellness Program Doing Your Heart Any Good?
Most employers have a wellness program, but who knows if it's actually improving your health. The American Heart Association is proposing its own standards for improving cardiovascular health at work.