Janet Nguyen

Digital Reporter

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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.

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Lawmakers want to suspend the federal gas tax. Is that a good idea?

Mar 9, 2022
If several Democratic lawmakers have their way, consumers could soon get a break from a tax of 18.3 cents per gallon.
The national average for a gallon of regular gas was $4.252 on March 9, AAA reported, breaking the 2008 record of $4.10.
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The Fed's instant processing service promises paychecks "within seconds"

Mar 7, 2022
Members of Congress have been pushing for the Federal Reserve to create a system like FedNow for years.
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What exactly is the SWIFT banking system?

Mar 3, 2022
It allows financial institutions around the world to communicate quickly and efficiently. Seven Russian banks are being banned from the system.
A view of Bank Rossiya's headquarters in St. Petersburg, Russia. Bank Rossiya is one of seven banks that have been barred from the SWIFT messaging system.
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What obligations do public companies like Spotify have to correct false information?

Feb 28, 2022
Reports of the amount Spotify paid for controversial host Joe Rogan's show has varied in the press from $100 million to over $200 million.
Joe Rogan announces fighters during a ceremonial weigh in at the Ultimate Fighting Championship on July 9, 2021.
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Who picks the businesses on highway exit signs?

Feb 24, 2022
These signs allow businesses to advertise their products, while guiding drivers on the highway.
A sample of a blue highway exit sign, which are used throughout the U.S.
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How lucrative is ice skating?

Feb 18, 2022
For top skaters, endorsement deals can be worth millions.
Nathan Chen earned at least $1 million from his sponsors in the year leading up to the Beijing Games, according to Forbes.
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What does it take to earn the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance?

Feb 17, 2022
A product has to go through a rigorous review, with companies proving that their facilities meet FDA standards. There's a fee involved too.
Boxes of Crest toothpaste boast the ADA seal. The product has to prove that it's legit.
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How much did cryptocurrency companies shell out for Sunday's Super Bowl ads?

Feb 14, 2022
The most expensive 30-second spots went for $7 million, NBC says. Coinbase, FTX and Crypto.com were some of the advertisers.
Cryptocurrency companies have spent millions on advertising, including spots airing during the Super Bowl.
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