(U.S. edition) Arkansas and Missouri passed minimum wage hikes on Tuesday, but when it comes to a federal minimum wage hike, some experts told us not to hold our breath. And eight years after some elected officials railed against Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act, those same people are embracing the program. Plus, how ATM makers are adapting as payments go digital. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex, The Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Paypal.

(Markets edition) When you’re listing a house or shopping for one, there are a few key figures to know: The square footage, number of bathrooms… but what about “Instagramable moments”? In hot real estate markets, marketing professionals are commanding big fees for making properties stand out on social media. We’ll talk with one. Then: The Fed’s efforts and opening up, and what you need to know about a new Trump administration rule letting some employers opt out of covering birth control. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex, The Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Paypal.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service… Electric car maker Tesla has named an Australian businesswoman as its new chair, replacing Elon Musk. We’ll find out who she is and why she’s been chosen for the role. In Britain, the push for cleaner energy has taken a knock as Japanese conglomerate, Toshiba, pulls out of plans to build a nuclear plant in the country. And how do we know how much oil Iran is exporting under sanctions? We speak to the founder of a company that tracks oil tankers. This show is sponsored by Forex. Correction (Nov. 8, 2018): A previous audio version of this newscast incorrectly described sexual orientation and gender identity. We apologize for the error.  The audio has been corrected.  

(Markets edition) With the Democrats gaining control of the House of Representatives, the next two years promise to be even more contentious than usual. What does the prospect of further political gridlock mean for U.S. economic policy? We’ll also talk about the future of the Affordable Care Act under a split Congress and how businesses might fare with these big changes. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex, Navy Federal Credit Union and Paypal.

(U.S. edition) Yesterday’s midterm elections saw a record turnout, but the healthy economy and ongoing trade war largely took a backseat. We’ll talk about what drove voters to the polls, then look ahead to fiscal policy in the short term under a divided congress (hint: gridlock, lots of gridlock). Plus: World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee’s new project. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex and Navy Federal Credit Union.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service… With the book closed on US midterm elections, we’ll run through the latest numbers and take you to Madagascar where voters are heading to the polls today in one of the world’s most expensive presidential elections per voter.  Then, to India where the Hindu festival of Diwali starts today. But celebrations are dampened somewhat after the country’s supreme court passed its first ever national restriction on fireworks that have caused air pollution levels to spike. We’ll take you there and hear how revellers and business owners are dealing with the changes. (11/07/2018)

(U.S. edition) Farmers in the southeast were riding out tough times even before hurricane season: Prices are down, labor costs are up. That’s making some family farms in North Carolina wonder if the whole industry is worth the trouble. Plus, we’re expecting the latest numbers on job openings and hiring this morning, and they’re expected to show the same momentum as last month’s stellar employment data. But not all job postings are what they seem. Then: How Verizon is reconfiguring itself for the race to 5G. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex.

(Markets edition) The company hasn’t said anything official, but the Wall Street Journal is reporting that Amazon will split its much-hyped HQ2 between the greater New York and DC areas. So what was the point of that whole competition again? We’ll talk about it. Plus: Why America’s airports are adding more local flavor. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex and PayPal.

(Global Edition) We’ve now heard from two top Chinese leaders in as many days about the country’s interest in ending the trade war. So what’s the path forward for the U.S.? Then, Tencent’s new approach to curbing addictive online gaming. Plus: The view from the ground in the Philippines, where food prices are up by double digits. Today’s show is sponsored by Forex.