To tip or not to tip? 3 reasons why tipping has gotten so out of control
The pandemic, technology and the economy have combined to create the perfect storm for "tip-flation" — but we might be at a tipping point.
Business
Women are returning to the job market in droves, just when the U.S. needs them most
The pandemic was hard on working women, but they've come roaring back into the labor force. The share of working-age women who have jobs or want one hit an all-time high in May.
Judge blocks government agencies from most communication with tech companies
NPR's Michel Martin talks to Washington Post reporter Cat Zakrezewski about the judge's decision which was in response to a lawsuit that claims right-wing viewpoints are being suppressed online.
Some staff are disenchanted after REI did not voluntarily recognize new union
Despite its reputation as a progressive employer, REI has balked at recognizing its newly unionized workers.
China imposes export controls on 2 metals used in semiconductors and solar panels
As trade tensions between the U.S. and China continue, Beijing is now requiring buyers of germanium and gallium to ask for approval from the Chinese government.
The Explosive Growth Of The Fireworks Market
Over the last few decades, states and counties across America have liberalized the use of fireworks. It's just one reason why sales of fireworks have exploded.
Here are the 5 things to know about the state of the economy this Independence Day
As the U.S. celebrates its birthday with hot dogs and fireworks, the economy continues to grow, the job market is strong, but inflation and rising interest rates are keeping recession fears alive.
Hotel workers' strike disrupts July 4th holiday in Southern California
Hotel workers in Los Angeles, Santa Monica and Orange County are striking for better wages and working conditions, affecting scores of hotels over the July 4th holiday.
The marketing whiz behind chia pets and their iconic commercials has died
Joseph Pedott was ahead of the wave on ch-ch-ch-chia seeds, TV advertising, and plants as the new pets.
The factors behind the huge resurgence of women in the workforce
The pandemic was hard on working women, but they've come roaring back into the labor force. The share of working-age women who have jobs or want one hit an all-time high in May.