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A trader claps on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange at the close of the day after trading was paused for nearly four hours due to a "technical glitch" on Wednesday.

A Day Filled With Market Jitters, But Not Panic

5:24pm July 08, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

If you were thinking about stuffing your money into your mattress, Wednesday gave you plenty of reasons to do so. But if you're an optimistic investor, the day gave you new reasons to be confident.

New Rules Could Create A New Class Of Overtime Workers

7:22pm July 02, 2015

by Yuki Noguchi

The president's proposal would make 5 million more Americans eligible for overtime pay. But the changes don't mean that employers will pay more.

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So Far, So Good For The Economy. But What About The Second Half?

5:36pm July 02, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

The Labor Department's June report showed decent job growth, with unemployment dipping to 5.3 percent. In fact, 2015's first half was fairly good. But economists see dangers lurking in the back half.

Debate Begins: New OT Rules Will Raise Wages — Or Kill Jobs

5:20pm June 30, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

The Labor Department plans to change a rule so that 5 million more Americans will be able to collect overtime pay. Business groups say the change will hurt hiring, but labor groups are applauding.

The EU and national flags fly in the foreground of the Parthenon, as Greek voters prepare to decide whether to continue negotiating for more international loans.

If The Mess In Greece Is All Greek To You, Then Read This

10:59am June 30, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

This week, Greek will miss a $1.73 billion payment to the International Monetary Fund. The debt crisis has the potential to create financial, economic and geopolitical trouble for Americans.

Adonal Foyle (center) plays for the Orlando Magic against the Milwaukee Bucks in 2007.

How To Win The Money Game: A Former NBA Star Shares Financial Advice

7:38pm June 27, 2015

by NPR Staff

Adonal Foyle has financial advice for professional athletes. "You really have to put money in its proper place," he says. "If we do that, we will respect it — but not give it too much power over us."

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Total U.S. student loan debt increase, in trillions of dollars, as of the end of the first quarter in 2015. (Data: Federal Reserve Bank of the United States.)

5 Ideas To Ease The Burden Of Student Loans

9:14am June 26, 2015

by Anya Kamenetz

Presidential candidates are writing their plans now. We talk with the experts about some of the policy options on the table.

Many national parks, including Yellowstone, are raising visitor fees.

Just In Time For Summer: National Parks Hiking Entrance Fees

8:23pm June 23, 2015

by Brian Naylor

The fees will be used for park enhancements to make up for federal budget cuts.

A plane takes off from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on May 25. Airports want Congress to raise passenger fees to pay for improvements.

Airlines Vs. Airports: A Dogfight Over Fees Imposed On Fliers

2:35pm June 23, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

Airports want Congress to raise passenger fees to pay for improvements, but airlines say the move would hit passengers in the pocketbook and might discourage people from flying.

Alexander Hamilton is currently on the $10 bill.

Woman To Share Marquee On $10 Bill With Alexander Hamilton

2:47pm June 18, 2015

by Lucy Perkins

A redesign of the denomination will add the portrait of an as-yet-undetermined famous American woman beginning in 2020.