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Who will take reins of the Fed after Bernanke?
Vice-chair Janet Yellen is the front runner, but there are plenty of very good choices.
by Sabri Ben-Achour
Treasury Secretary Jack Lew's signature revealed
New Treasury Secretary Jack Lew's signature will begin to appear on new dollar bills this year. President Obama nominated Lew to the post earlier this year.
by Ethan Lindsey
Protests flare in Brazil over dissatisfaction with government services
Up until last year, Brazil's economy was surging. But growth has slowed, just as the government is preparing to host soccer’s World Cup next year.
Interview with Bruno Garcez
Can co-ops remake America's economy from the ground up?
In a country where wages adjusted for inflation have been stuck in place for almost a decade, some scholars think the economy needs a more complete renovation.
Interview by David Brancaccio
American Airlines legroom: How much is an inch worth?
American Airlines plans to make coach seats thinner and adjust the amount of legroom in some seats.
by Mark Garrison
Netflix gets into the blockbuster babysitter business
Netflix is teaming up with DreamWorks Animation to create original content. But their partnership isn't for grown-ups, it's for kids.
Interview by Ben Johnson

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MTV focuses on millennials for success
Interview by
Kai Ryssdal Jun 18, 2013
CEO of MTV Stephen Friedman says its success depends on their ability to connect with Millennials

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In Brazil, small protests turn quickly to big demonstrations
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Gary Duffy Jun 18, 2013
What began as small protests against bus price hikes has now escalated into nationwide wide protests...

Consumed

Can we afford the consumer economy? Marketplace explores how we consume, what we get from it, what it costs, and whether we can keep it up.

The Whiteboard

Financial mysteries explained! Watch the latest video explaining opportunity cost in Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch's Whiteboard series. Plus, a chance to get a signed copy of Paddy's new book, "Man vs. Markets."

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Three life rules from Donald Rumsfeld

The former U.S. defense secretary shares lessons on politics and business.
Posted In: Donald Rumsfeld

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The worst charities: Get information before you make a donation

A new investigative report reveals that many popular charities Americans...
Posted In: Charity, giving, philanthropy

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A part-time career alters life's expectations

Our economy creates a growing number of part-time and temporary jobs. That...
Posted In: part-time jobs, adjunct professor, temporary staffing

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Unilever CEO: For sustainable business, go against 'mindless consumption'

Many companies focus on short-term results. The CEO of consumer-products...
Posted In: unilever, ceo, sustainability

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Graduates take the stage at Oyler School

As our year-long series on Oyler School concludes, the neighborhood of...
Posted In: Oyler School

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Where were your clothes made? (Map)

A map of where our Twitter followers said their clothes were made.
Posted In: clothing, Bangladesh, Fair trade

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The rise of WorldStarHipHop, a popular and controversial website

The founder says WorldStar entertains, informs and tells it like it is....
Posted In: hip hop, Internet, African American

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Old Economy Steve: A meme for frustrated Millennials

The meme that voices the economic frustrations of Millennials.
Posted In: baby boomers, memes, millennials

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Dollar store deals: The do's and don'ts

Are you a dollar store deal hunter? Turns out, even though the products...
Posted In: dollar store, dollar, Deals

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