At the G20, a billionaire tax is being proposed. But is it feasible? NPR's Scott Detrow talks with economist Gabriel Zucman, who created a blueprint for a global wealth tax that the Brazilian government recently introduced at a G20 meeting.
Trump posts about a new debate plan, and Harris pushes back Former President Trump posted on his Truth Social about shifting the next televised presidential debate a week earlier, with Fox News hosting instead of ABC News. Amy Morgan
Amtrak is set to carry more passengers than ever before this year Amtrak is on its way to carrying more passengers this fiscal year than ever before. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Reuters reporter David Shepardson about why that is. Scott Simon
Opinion: Remembering our colleague and friend, Ina Jaffe NPR's Scott Simon remembers Ina Jaffe, who first edited this program and later reported on seniors for NPR. Jaffe died this week at the age of 75. Scott Simon
The cost of putting on the Olympics is making it harder to find host cities The Olympic Games almost always comes with a substantial financial burden for a host city. But are cost-benefit analysts too simplistic for how we evaluate their impact? Wailin Wong
Why a weaker jobs market is sparking recession fears U.S. employers added just 114,000 jobs in July as the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%. The weaker-than-expected report is adding to fears of an economic slowdown. Scott Horsley
Former UK Prime Minister says Bezos should reconsider 'Washington Post' publisher Former U.K. Prime Minister Gordon Brown says Washington Post CEO Will Lewis told police a "clearly fabricated" account in 2011 to justify destroying emails amid a scandal. Lewis denies wrongdoing. David Folkenflik
Inflation math is changing America's dinner plans For the first time in years, people are buying more groceries, including pricier brands, to replace restaurant outings. From McDonald's to Starbucks, fast food and cafes are feeling it. Alina Selyukh
5 tips to save money on back-to-school shopping — this weekend and beyond Families are expected to spend $875 on average for school supplies, clothing and backpacks this year. Here are a few ways to help lower the bill. Lola Murti
Five takeaways by a longtime NABJ member from Trump’s appearance before Black journalists Former president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump appeared at the convention for the National Association of Black Journalists on Wednesday, creating tension within the organization. Eric Deggans
