Listen to the original Marketplace broadcast from September 11, 2001, and read an essay from David Brancaccio about his memories hosting the program on that historic day.
The online daily deal industry is booming. And consumers just can't get enough — even when those deals end up not being used. So why do we keep buying?
After serving their country, many military veterans struggle to find jobs in the civilian world. Reporter Jeff Tyler looks at the unique challenges they face when they come back the U.S.
Tess Vigeland drops by a job fair in South Los Angeles to listen to the struggles and hopes of job seekers — many who have been unemployed for over a year.
The news that didn't quite make the headlines. This week: water gets its own menu, Twinings introduces The Earl Grey and doctors need signs to remind them to wash their hands.
Today's employment report sent stocks into deep declines, but this is not a story about the markets, it's about Americans desperate to pay their bills and employers stalling on new hiring.
Gene Sperling, director of the White House National Economic Council, discusses news in the August jobs report that is cause for optimism and what President Obama will say in his upcoming speech on jobs.
The U.S. added no new jobs in August and the unemployment rate didn't change. CBS/MoneyWatch's Jill Schlesinger discusses what President Obama can do to create some spark.
New York Times reporter Nelson Schwartz discusses a story he wrote about the government suing big banks over the quality of mortgages they sold during the housing boom, and whether the housing market will benefit from a lawsuit win.
Thaddeus Matula, director of the ESPN documentary "Pony Excess," discusses the economic damage a school can experience when a sports program is shut down — in light of the NCAA investigating the Miami Hurricanes over players getting illegal benefits.
Professor Eliot Spoon discusses whether the government can win its lawsuits against the nation's banks over the quality of mortgages they sold during the housing boom, and unintended consequences that could occur.
Reports say the federal government is set to sue banks over bad mortgages they sold during the housing boom — accusing them of misrepresenting the quality of the mortgages.
It may feel like a bad idea to pursue your dream job in these uncertain times. But Laura Dodd, author of "Dig this Gig" thinks now is the time to pursue or create the job you want.
Sterile cubicles may not scream drama, but author Daniel Orozco saw plot and characters in the workplace. His short stories about the nine-to-five are compiled in a new collection, "Orientation."
Gasoline prices are near the highest they've ever been this time of year. Americans have been using less gas thanks to greener cars and the poor economy.
Facebook is expected to roll out a new music service later this month that connects to lots of other Internet music services. No one's going to take away your CDs, but it's time to think about the future. Also, George Lucas is messing with "Star Wars" movies again.
Weeks ago, Standard & Poor's downgraded the U.S. from its long-standing AAA credit rating. And now, they are holding up their AAA rating on some high-risk securities that are backed by subprime mortgage loans.
Today's jobs numbers show a slight improvement over last month, but the news isn't all good. According to Diane Swonk, the problem is not easily, or quickly, solved.
Libya's frozen assets are slowly being released by other countries in recognition of the interim government. Countries that have supported the rebels have much to gain — in the form of lucrative oil contracts.
Big mergers have been an ongoing trend in American business, especially in the telecom world. So why has the Justice Department singled out AT&T and T-Mobile?
When vacant store-fronts became an epidemic across the country in recent years, many retailers opted for temporary, pop-up versions of their stores. Now, that pop-up bubble may have burst.
Bit by bit, frozen assets are being released to Libya as the international community begins to recognize the end of the Gaddafi regime. But why are some still holding back?
Big banks have been facing big trouble in recent months when it comes to foreclosing on homes. The culprit? Robo-signing. Now, New York regulators have reached a deal with Goldman Sachs to put an end to the practice, according to the Wall Street Journal.
As President Obama looks to infrastructure projects, there's no shortage of highways, bridges and other transportation systems that need to be built or repaired. It's work that will have to be done sometime.
During the boom, Spain's regions, much like states in the U.S., went on a spending spree, building "ghost" trains and airports. But unlike the U.S., the central government is on the hook for all of it.
The Crystal River nuclear plant in Florida had to close down in 2009 when construction there caused cracks in the concrete. It's now looking to reopen, but the costs have been piling up.
Battle lines are being drawn over AT&T's proposed acquisition of T-Mobile. We travel to the future (well, two different futures, really) to see what happened. And a look at the numbers related to pilots getting iPads.
East African countries continue to suffer from serious famine, and the problems are more complex than just a lack of food. Thomas Keneally explains more in his new book.
There were hopes that the green energy sector might be one of the stronger parts of the U.S. economy. But now Solyndra, a company the government invested in heavily, has folded.
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The Justice Department sues to scuttle the proposed $39 billion deal, saying AT&T's acquisition of T-Mobile merger would reduce competition for cell phone service.
